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Research on British teeth unlocks potential for new insights into ancient diets
Credit: Camilla Speller, University of York. Goofy, yellow and crooked: British smiles have sometimes had a less-than-flattering international image, but...
Early supper associated with lower risk of breast and prostate cancer
Credit: ISGlobal Having an early supper or leaving an interval of at least two hours before going to bed are...
Breath tests may allow for earlier detection of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer carries a very poor prognosis as most patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage. Now a new BJS...
A safe and effective way to whiten teeth
In the age of Instagram and Snapchat, everyone wants to have perfect pearly whites. To get a brighter smile, consumers...
UM professor studies complexities of biodiversity, disease transmission
Credit: Angela Luis MISSOULA - Biodiversity is disappearing at an alarming rate as infectious diseases increasingly spill over from wildlife...
Study offers strategies to prevent death by suicide in patients with cancer
In addition to focusing on curing or prolonging the life of patients with cancer, it is important to also address...
Research to prevent blindness and American Academy of Ophthalmology Award grants for research
SAN FRANCISCO and NEW YORK- July 18, 2018 - The American Academy of Ophthalmology (the Academy) and Research to Prevent...
New retinal ganglion cell subtypes emerge from single-cell RNA sequencing
Single-cell sequencing technologies are filling in fine details in the catalog of life. Researchers at the University of Connecticut Health...
UA clinical trial to repurpose ketamine for Parkinson’s patients
Credit: Photo by Nadia Whitehead / UA College of Medicine - Tucson. The best-known treatment for Parkinson's disease isn't perfect....
Study results may lead to improved diagnostics for breast cancer
A study in Molecular Oncology indicates that examining the protein and RNA in leftover materials from routine diagnostic tests for...
Link found between bitter-taste sensitivity and cancer risk
High bitter-taste sensitivity is associated with a significantly increased risk of cancer in older British women, according to researchers who...
Fish consumption may prolong life
Consumption of fish and long-chain omega-3 fatty acids was associated with lower risks of early death in a Journal of...
HIV infection doubles risk of heart disease, global study finds
People infected with HIV are twice as likely to suffer from heart disease, research has found. Analysis of global figures...
When should emergency departments order imaging tests for epileptic seizures?
Patients who go to the emergency department (ED) with seizures often undergo neuroimaging, usually CT scans. Such imaging in adults...
Sugar improves memory in over-60s, helping them work smarter
Credit: University of Warwick Sugar improves memory in older adults - and makes them more motivated to perform difficult tasks...
CT scans may increase the risk of brain cancer
A new study in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggests that CT scans, commonly used in medical imaging,...
Dementia could be detected via routinely collected data, new research shows
Improving dementia care through increased and timely diagnosis in the UK is a priority for the National Health Service (NHS),...
Cannabinoids may have a vast array of anti-cancer effects
Previous research has shown that cannabinoids can help lessen side effects of anti-cancer therapies. Now a new British Journal of...
Researchers identify characteristics of over the counter skin lightening users
(Boston)--The desire for unblemished, clear skin permeates all cultures and societies, making the practice of skin lightening to minimize spots...
Mediterranean diet may improve academic performance by affecting sleep
Credit: Dr Moliner-Urdiales A new Acta Paediatrica study indicates that following the Mediterranean diet may improve adolescents' academic performance, and...
