Charles Darwin is a father of evolution; describing how from simple beginnings “endless forms most beautiful and most wonderful” arise. But while his theory describes the origin of species; it does not just apply to animals and plants. It is also true of cancer. Like creatures adapting to survive in their environment; cancers are dynamic…
Encapsulating human stem-cell-derived beta cells in micro capsules made with a protein that repels key immune cells restored glucose metabolism in diabetic mice and protected the cells from immune system attack, preventing the buildup of inflammatory fibrotic tissue that has plagued previous trials of encapsulated beta cells. A team of Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators…
Researchers have identified a protein critical for the survival of a particular type of tumor cell, according to a study published today in eLife. Because The findings; originally posted on bioRxiv, suggest that targeting a protein called Werner syndrome helicase (WRN) could represent a novel opportunity for treating a subgroup of cancer patients with microsatellite instability-high…
A new study out of Loma Linda University Health suggests that eating red and processed meats even in small amounts may increase the risk of death from all causes, especially cardiovascular disease. Alshahrani, lead author of the study and a doctoral student at Loma Linda University School of Public Health; said the research fills an important gap…
The number of cannabis-associate emergency department (ED) visits has risen sharply since marijuana was legalize in Colorado. New data show that is inhalable cannabis use accounts for most of these visits; edible cannabis is tied to a disproportionate number of visits, and patients present with different symptoms. Although less frequent overall; so edible products lead…
Squid is too important seafood; which is well for its wide varieties, wide spreading distribution, abundance, and fishing production. Meanwhile, it is representative of the increased waste production in the seafood industry. The resulting byproducts largely consist of the head, fin, wings, and viscera; which contain abundant natural proteins, lipids, and minerals. The marine bio-processing…
When treating patients, doctors sometimes overlook how their decisions impact a world they never see: a patient’s home life. In the case of some serious infections in children, oral antimicrobial drugs are just as good at treating these ailments at home as the standard, intravenous medications. But as per new research led by investigators at…
A US high school student who had himself vaccinated despite his parents’ objections; but is set to testify Tuesday before the US Congress about a surge in outbreaks of preventable diseases. Ethan Lindenberger says he grew up in an “anti-vax household,” but decided to go against his parents’ wishes to get vaccinated once he turned…
A front line chemotherapy drug given to patients with pancreatic cancer is made less effective because similar compounds released by tumor-associated immune cells block the drug’s action, research led by the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center found. The chemotherapy drug gemcitabine is an anti-metabolite. Drug in malignant cells It’s similar to normal metabolites taken…
Exercise helps to prevent the degradation of cartilage caused by osteoarthritis; according to a new study from the Queen Mary University of London. The researchers show for the first time how mechanical forces experienced by cells in joints during exercise prevent cartilage degradation by suppressing; the action of inflammatory molecules which cause osteoarthritis. Demonstrates the…
With a lower risk of serious complications and improved feeding and growth outcomes, human milk is strongly preferred as the best diet for infants with congenital heart disease (CHD), according to a research review in Advances in Neonatal Care, official journal of the National Association of Neonatal Nurses. The journal is published in the Lippincott portfolio…
Sedentary behavior such as sitting or lying down for long periods; not only increase the risk for various diseases and premature death; they also cost the NHS at least £700m per year; according to new research from Queen’s University Belfast. Leonie Heron and colleagues say that as well as sedentary behavior; causing thousands of deaths…