Archive: 12/08/2007
Pathogens use previously undescribed mechanism to sabotage host immune system
New research identifies a previously unknown enzymatic mechanism that subverts the early host immune response and promotes pathogenicity by manipulating a common signaling pathway in host cells.
Biology /
Dec 08, 2007 |
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Study points to possibility of blood test to detect lung cancer
A test for four blood proteins may provide a less-invasive follow-up for patients who have suspicious lesions on chest radiographs or computerized tomography (CT) scans, according to a new study led by Duke University Medical ...
Dec 08, 2007 |
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Antibacterial chemical disrupts hormone activities
A new UC Davis study shows that a common antibacterial chemical added to bath soaps can alter hormonal activity in rats and in human cells in the laboratory—and does so by a previously unreported mechanism.
Dec 08, 2007 |
4.8 / 5 (45) |
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Hospital to put codes on surgical sponges
Loyola Medical Center in Chicago is putting bar codes on surgical sponges to make sure they aren't left inside a patient after an operation is over.
Dec 08, 2007 |
4.5 / 5 (2) |
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Britain warns of homeopathic risks
A top British health official says people who use homeopathic medicines could be causing themselves more harm than good.
Medicine & Health / Medications
Dec 08, 2007 |
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