Discovery of differences in heart's precursor cells may advance treatment options
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Scientists have long thought that the cells that ultimately give rise to the heart all respond to the same cue before turning into the muscle tissue of this vital organ.
Study sheds light on deadly lung disease
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Systemic sclerosis (SSc), also known as scleroderma, is characterized by the formation of fibrosis, or scar tissue, on internal organs as well as the skin. Beyond its disfiguring symptoms, SSc is associated with a high rate ...
Korean cosmonaut shares culture in space
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South Korean President Lee Myung-bak talked to his country's first astronaut Saturday as she orbited the Earth in the International Space Station.
Deafness may be struck from embryo bill
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Deafness may soon not fall into the category of serious medical conditions when it comes to embryo-screening procedures in Britain.
Salmonella causes illnesses in 14 states
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said at least 23 people in 14 states were diagnosed with salmonella poisoning caused by the same contaminated cereals.
Sleeping sickness finding could lead to earlier diagnosis
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Sleeping sickness creates a metabolic 'fingerprint' in the blood and urine, which could enable a new test to be developed to diagnose the disease, according to new research published today in the journal Proceedings of th ...
Sunitinib may slow growth and spread of liver cancer
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Treatment with sunitinib slows tumor growth and reduces the risk of metastasis in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma, an aggressive cancer of the liver, researchers report.
In lab study, researchers find molecule that disrupts Ewing's sarcoma oncogene
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Researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center have found a small molecule they say can block the action of the oncogene that causes Ewing's sarcoma, a rare cancer found in children and young adults. If further studies ...
Girls in sports at record high, yet many not active enough, report says
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A report released to be released on April 14 by the University of Minnesota’s Tucker Center for Research on Girls & Women in Sport shows that girls are participating in sports in record numbers, but their participation in ...
Molecular basis for neurodegeneration in Ataxia telangiectasia
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An upcoming paper from Dr. David Wassarman (University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health) in the May 1 issue of G&D lends new insight into the pathogenesis of neurodegeneration in Ataxia telangiectasia.
Private Selection-brand ice cream recalled
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall of Private Selection-brand light churned mint chocolate chip ice cream due to a labeling error.
Study shows decline in work disability due to rheumatoid arthritis
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the joints and, in severe cases, vital organs. Marked by pain, fatigue, and loss of dexterity and mobility, RA has been strongly associated with work ...
