Skin :: Anti-wrinkle compound causes pathological reaction in skin cells
Researchers from Universit? Laval?s Faculty of Medicine have discovered that a compound commonly used in many antiwrinkle products causes a pathological reaction in skin cells.
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Liver :: Liver regeneration may be simpler than previously thought
The way the liver renews itself may be simpler than what scientists had been assuming. A new study, appearing in the April 13 issue of the Journal of Biological Chemistry, provides new information on the inner workings of cells from regenerating livers that could significantly affect the way physicians make livers regrow in patients with liver diseases such as cirrhosis, hepatitis or cancer.
Patient Safety :: Patient safety training taking flight at UCSD medical center
The surgical team cares for patients in the 2nd floor operating rooms. The flight crew cares for passengers high above the ground.
Bird Flu :: Cambodia confirmed 7th bird flu death
The Ministry of Health in Cambodia has confirmed the country?s seventh case of human infection with the H5N1 avian influenza virus. It is the first case to be confirmed in humans in Cambodia in 2007.
Cancer :: Genetic makeup predicts recurrence of cancer
Recently, there have been several advances in treatment and therapy for breast cancer. However, the rate of recurrence is still unpredictable. Researchers at West Virginia University have discovered a gene pattern for identifying a patient?s odds of breast cancer recurrence.
Down Syndrome :: Fragile X, Down syndromes linked to faulty brain communication
The two most prevalent forms of genetic mental retardation, Fragile X and Down syndromes, may share a common cause, according to researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Nanoparticles improve delivery of medicines and diagnostics
Tiny, biodegradable particles filled with medicine may also contain answers to some of the biggest human health problems, including cancer and tuberculosis. The secret is the size of the package.
Depression :: Internet questionnaire can accurately identify depression
The Internet offers a valuable opportunity for the public to screen themselves for depression. This is the conclusion of a study published today in BMC Psychiatry, which demonstrates that a Chinese online tool for assessing depression is both accurate and reproducible, and may offer a way to identify the growing number of people suffering from depression.
Fitness :: Kent University gives cricket stars a fitness test
Kent County Cricket Club?s first team players were put to the test by University of Kent at Medway staff and students in a pre-season fitness session.
Cervical Cancer :: Spotting cervical cancer quicker in developing countries
A clearer, faster way to pick out potentially cancerous cells in cervical smear tests could benefit women who live in the developing world.