Science
The end of biotechnology as we know it
Credit: acib If there were no biotechnology, the world would stand still. "Biotechnologically derived drugs dominate therapy with eight of...
Family ties: Immune response size controlled by cell ‘inheritance’
Credit: Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, Australia Australian and Irish researchers have gained previously unachievable insights into how the size...
Study finds key protein that binds to LDL cholesterol
New Haven, Conn.-- A Yale-led research team identified a protein that plays an important role in the buildup of LDL...
Cancer in children adversely affects parents’ income and employment
Having a child with cancer led to income reductions for parents and job discontinuation among mothers in a recent study,...
Survey: 1 in 4 vacations includes a trip to the ER
Credit: Orlando Health Orlando, Fla. - If you've ever had to seek medical attention for an illness or an injury...
What impact do medication errors have on nursing home residents?
A new analysis points to surprisingly low rates of serious impacts from medication errors affecting nursing home residents, despite the...
Three risk factors suggest a reduction in healthy renal function in patients with diabetes
CHICAGO--Patients with diabetes and suffering from acute kidney injury (AKI), proteinuria and uncontrolled blood sugar experience a sharp reduction in...
High-impact clinical trials yield results that could improve kidney care
Chicago, IL (November 19, 2016) -- The results of numerous high-impact clinical trials that could affect kidney-related medical care will...
APOL1 linked to reduced nephrocyte function, increased cell size, accelerated cell death
Credit: Children's National Health System WASHINGTON, DC - A Children's National Health System research team has uncovered a novel process...
Brazil has improved health care for all, but inequalities persist
Credit: UCLA Brazil, through a combination of public policies and its Unified Health System, has significantly improved access to medical...
For some older Chinese-Americans, caring for grandkids can enhance well-being
This research summary was developed as a public education tool by the Health in Aging Foundation. The Foundation is a...
Staying socially active can slow decline in older adults’ ability to function
Credit: (C) 2016, The Health in Aging Foundation The ability to perform the simple activities of daily living--dressing, bathing, toileting,...
Outreach to cirrhosis patients doubles early screening rates for deadly liver cancer
Credit: UT Southwestern DALLAS - November 18, 2016 - Proactive outreach to cirrhosis patients in a safety net health system...
Palliative care may mean fewer difficult transitions for older adults nearing end of life
Credit: (C) 2016, The Health in Aging Foundation Palliative care is treatment--such as medication, nutritional support, or massage--that helps you...
NYU research: Multiple chronic conditions, hospitalizations w/long-term care recipients
Long-term services and supports are provided to disabled persons who live in nursing homes, in assisted living facilities, and in...
UTMB researchers create powerful new tools to combat Zika
New research from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, in collaboration with Southwest University in Chongqing, China and...
The key to a better mood for young men is a nut
Credit: California Walnut Commission College can be a stressful time for young adults as they figure out how to manage...
Toddlers with autism don’t avoid eye contact, but do miss its significance
A new study conducted by researchers at Marcus Autism Center, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Emory University School of Medicine...
How thinking about behavior differently can lead to happier FASD families
A new study from the University of Rochester sheds light on how parents and caregivers of children with fetal alcohol...
Molecular ‘pillars’ team up to protect liver from toxic fat buildup
PHILADELPHIA-- As obesity rates rise in the United States, so does the incidence of liver diseases. In fact, 80 percent...