Yaws :: WHO revives efforts to eliminate forgotten disease Yaws
Yaws, a neglected disease with a nearly forgotten name is making a comeback following a global control programme that almost eradicated it more than 40 years ago.
Body
Drug :: Coated nanoparticles solve sticky drug-delivery problem
The layers of mucus that protect sensitive tissue throughout the body have an undesirable side effect: They can also keep helpful medications away. To overcome this hurdle, researchers have found a way to coat nanoparticles with a chemical that helps them slip through this sticky barrier.
Tumor :: New function of protein kinase pathway in tumor suppression
Scientists at the Scripps Research Institute have discovered a surprising new function of a well-known signaling pathway that, when activated, can inhibit tumor development.
Genome :: Canadian researchers first to complete the human metabalome
Researchers at the University of Alberta, in Edmonton, Canada, have announced the completion of the first draft of the human metabolome, the chemical equivalent of the human genome.
Brain :: Neuronal network of 100 billion nerve cells in the brain
The messages passed in a neuronal network can target something like 100 billion nerve cells in the brain alone. These, in turn communicate with millions of other cells and organs in the body.
Prostate Tumors :: Tomatoes and broccoli slow prostate tumors
A new University of Illinois study shows that tomatoes and broccoli are better at shrinking prostate tumors when both are part of the daily diet than when they’re eaten alone.
Alzheimer’s Disease :: Reduced blood flow cause decline in cognitive function in Alzheimer’s disease
A reduction in blood flow precedes the decline in cognitive function in Alzheimer’s patients,” said Berislav Zlokovic, M.D., Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery.
Pregnancy :: Diuretic pills not recommended for preventing pre-eclampsia
Although they were prescribed widely in the 1960s to women looking to avoid dangerously high blood pressure during pregnancy, diuretic drugs should not be recommended as a way to prevent this serious condition, called pre-eclampsia, according to a recent review of studies.
Rheumatoid Arthritis :: Low-dose steroids reduce joint damage from rheumatoid arthritis
Low doses of steroids can inhibit joint damage when used in the early phase of rheumatoid arthritis, according to a new review of evidence.
Heart :: Possible link between oral health and heart health
The billions of bacteria and other microscopic critters that live in the mouth unquestionably influence the health of teeth and gums.