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Study finds marked benefits for cancer prevention with a higher intake of fatty fish
Nov 14, 2014
While several other studies have recently challenged the long-held belief of the benefits of a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids, this new study led by Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute... Read More
Secondhand smoke in vehicles exposes nonsmokers to toxic compounds
Nov 14, 2014
Secondhand smoke in the confined space of a motor vehicle resulted in exposure to several tobacco smoke toxins, and may ultimately increase risk for cancer and for respiratory and cardiovascular... Read More
UCLA researchers identify unique protein key to the development of blood stem cells
Nov 14, 2014
Led by Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research member Dr. Read More
Electronic 'tongue' to ensure food quality
Nov 14, 2014
An electronic "tongue" could one day sample food and drinks as a quality check before they hit store shelves. Or it could someday monitor water for pollutants or test blood for signs of disease. Read More
Lab tests promising for next-gen melanoma drug, TAK-733
Nov 14, 2014
A University of Colorado Cancer Center study published online this week in the journal Molecular Cancer Therapeutics reports anti-cancer activity in 10 out of 11 patient tumor samples grown in mice... Read More
Speedier treatment decisions for bowel-cancer patients using tumour-analysis technology
Nov 14, 2014
Technology developed at the University of Sussex helps hospitals make earlier and more accurate treatment decisions and survival assessments for patients with bowel cancer. Read More
Cannabis extract can have dramatic effect on brain cancer, says new research
Nov 14, 2014
Experts have shown that when certain parts of cannabis are used to treat cancer tumours alongside radio therapy treatment the growths can virtually disappear. Read More
Cell of origin identified for large, disfiguring nerve tumors
Nov 14, 2014
UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have determined the specific type of cell that gives rise to large, disfiguring tumors called plexiform neurofibromas, a finding that could lead to new... Read More
Signaling pathway leading to obesity
Nov 14, 2014
As scientists probe the molecular underpinnings of why some people are prone to obesity and some to leanness, they are discovering that weight maintenance is more complicated than the old "calories... Read More
Successful treatments are helping HIV-infected persons achieve similar longevity as those without HIV
Nov 14, 2014
New research from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health suggests that HIV-infected adults are at a higher risk for developing heart attacks, kidney failure and cancer. Read More
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