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Neuroblastoma :: Role of caspase-8 gene in suppressing spread of neuroblastoma

The caspase-8 gene plays a critical role in suppressing metastasis (spread) of neuroblastoma, and the expression of this gene is frequently absent in cancer cells that are aggressively metastasizing, according to investigators at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the University of California at San Diego (UCSD). Neuroblastoma is a tumor of the nervous system and is the most common tumor in infants younger than 1 year of age; it accounts for 7-10 percent of childhood cancers.

Asthma :: Fish oil can prevent airway constriction in asthma

Adding fish oil supplements to the diet can prevent the constriction of the airways brought on by exercise in asthmatics, a very common problem in this patient group, new research shows.

Asthma :: At-home changes may help control asthma symptoms

A tailored approach, involving cockroach extermination and using air cleaners to reduce dust, smoke and levels of other indoor allergens may consequently reduce asthma symptoms in inner-city children, new study findings suggest.

Heart Disease :: Whole grains may reduce heart risk in elderly

Older adults who regularly eat whole grains like high-fiber cereals and cooked oatmeal may be less likely to develop a cluster of conditions that raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests.

Hypertension :: Tomato extract may help lower blood pressure

A dietary supplement derived from tomatoes may help treat moderately elevated blood pressure, the results of a small study suggest. Researchers in Israel found that a daily dose of tomato extract helped lower blood pressure among 31 men and women with mild hypertension.

Prostate Cancer :: Obesity Hinders Prostate Cancer Detection

Doctors may have more difficulty in detecting prostate cancer in obese men, which could lead to delayed diagnosis and increased risk of death, researchers say.

Hepatitis C :: New vaccine for Hepatitis C in development

Researchers say a new vaccine being tested on mice may one day help in the fight against hepatitis C.

Prostate Cancer :: Obese Men Face Risks From Prostate Cancer

Obese men face an increased risk of dying from prostate cancer and doctors should be especially thorough when checking these patients for the disease, a new study suggests.

Cerebral Palsy :: Cerebral Palsy Risk Linked to Early Virus Exposure

Exposure to neurotropic viruses like herpes shortly before and after birth can heighten a baby’s risk of developing cerebral palsy , Australian researchers report.

Arthritis :: Exercising could reduce arthritis disability

Exercise may cut the risk of disability from arthritis, a study says. Arthritis is a condition affecting the health of bone joints in the body. People with arthritis are often reluctant to exercise as they fear it will make their condition worse.