Targeting ghrelin to prevent post-traumatic stress disorder
A study led by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and published in Molecular Psychiatry, shows that ghrelin, known as the 'hunger hormone' could...
New therapeutic target for B-cell lymphoma
A study led by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Medical School shows that a particular type of lymphoma ( diffuse large B-cell lymphoma,...
Psychological support improve the outcome of heart disease patients
According to a meta-analysis presented at the Acute Cardiac Care Congress 2013, heart disease patients are less likely to suffer from another heart attack...
Vitamin D supplements administration in healthy adults is unjustified, according to meta-analysis
A meta-analysis published in The Lancet shows that vitamin D supplements do not provide any benefit in preventing osteoporosis. Conducted on a sample of...
Stem cells help damaged nerve regeneration
Researchers at Johns Hopkins have made a remarkable discovery that could change the future of plastic and reconstructive surgery. In their experiments on rodents,...
Medical alert devices for seniors
Most seniors would like to keep their independence throughout their lives. With that independence comes some isolation. Many seniors have lived in their homes...
Researchers find link between aircraft noise and heart disease
According to an article published in the British Medical Journal, people who are exposed to high levels of aircraft noise have an increased risk...
Rett syndrome gene dysfunction redefined
Whitehead Institute researchers have redefined the function of a gene whose mutation causes Rett syndrome, a neuro developmental autism spectrum disorder. This new research...
New discovery about platelets could help save lives
Researchers at the University of Reading have made a remarkable discovery about how of blood clots are formed that could lead to the development...
The impact of maternal distress during pregnancy and air pollutants on the child
According to a study led by researchers at the Columbia Center for Children's Environmental Health at the Mailman School of Public Health, maternal exposure to...
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