How the heart sends an SOS signal to bone marrow cells after a heart attack
In the SOS response, the bone marrow releases reparative progenitor cells to try to heal the heart.Credit: UAB BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ...
Tag: Medicine/Health
SPIE journal reports advances in use of 3D models in assessing coronary artery disease
The paper, published in SPIE's Journal of Medical Imaging, offers an initial evaluation of 3D-printed coronary phantoms as a viable, ...
Cardiovascular disease in China
Bottom Line: This study analyzed data from the Global Burden of Disease Study to look at the rate of cardiovascular ...
Discovery of how organs form helps researchers to develop future diabetes treatments
Discovery of how organs form helps stem cell researchers in their quest to develop future treatments of diabetes and cancer ...
Mobilizing the lymphatic system may help combat obesity-induced metabolic syndrome
New mouse model shows enhancing lymph vessel formation via VEGF-D stimulation in obese adipose tissue has beneficial anti-inflammatory and metabolic ...
Understanding global trauma systems — OTA International looks at current status, future needs
March 13, 2019 - National trauma systems play a critical role in improving survival and reducing disability from musculoskeletal and ...
Researchers explore link between metal exposure and Parkinson’s symptoms
Credit: Iowa State University News Service AMES, Iowa - A new study from Iowa State University biomedical researchers illuminates the ...
Inside a tumor: Purple bacteria visualize ‘big eaters’
Credit: ©Helmholtz Zentrum München Cancer presents an ongoing challenge for physicians, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. ...
Study examines use of video-assisted surgery for known, suspected lung cancer in VA
Bottom Line: A video-assisted thoracoscopic lung resection is a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove part of a lung in patients ...
Blunting pain’s emotional component
Blocking a type of opioid receptor restores motivationCredit: Washington University School of Medicine Chronic pain involves more than just hurting. ...
Research finds simple urine test allows for rapid diagnosis of preeclampsia
Credit: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Researchers with The Ohio State University College of Medicine, The Ohio State ...
Easier nicotine vaping product access likely to improve health and reduce health costs
Easier access to e-cigarettes containing nicotine is highly likely to lead to health gains and cost savings in the health ...
Spine evaluation is critical to reduce dislocations in revision total hip arthroplasty
Hip replacement surgery is highly successful in restoring mobility, relieving pain and improving quality of life. Each year in the ...
El Camino Hospital first in California to offer new treatment for severe COPD/emphysema
Revolutionary lung valve is first FDA-approved device to help emphysema patients breathe easier without major surgeryCredit: Pulmonx Corporation - www.MyLungsMyLife.com ...
‘Virtual focus groups’ uncover clues to rural and urban HPV vaccination disparities
Credit: VCU Massey Cancer Center Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center and Dartmouth College have harnessed the power ...
Parkinson’s trial aims to detect disease at much earlier stage
A large study jointly led by Queen Mary University of London and UCL aims to identify people at risk of ...
Hepatitis B vaccination in preadolescents lowered the disease incidence rate in Catalonia
An efficient programCredit: UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA Introducing Hepatitis B vaccine in preadolescents meant a decline in the disease incidence rate ...
Avocado seed extract shows promise as anti-inflammatory compound
Credit: Penn State An extract from the seeds of avocados exhibited anti-inflammatory properties in a laboratory study, according to Penn ...
Cleveland Clinic Nevada joins international clinical trial investigating RRMS treatment
Global, multi-center study led by Cleveland Clinic compare the benefits and risks of two common treatment approaches for relapsing-remitting multiple ...
ASTRO releases updated radiation oncology safety guide
'Safety is No Accident: A Framework for Quality Radiation Oncology and Care' provides guidance for patient safety and quality improvement ...
