Three specific biomarkers provide accurate indication of severity of Chikungunya fever, emerging as threat in…
Month: March 2009
Misplaced Metamorphosis
Researchers have pinpointed the source of immature cells that spur misplaced bone growth. Unexpectedly, the…
Brain Tumors: New Therapy Surprisingly Successful
The combination of two drugs produces a critical improvement in the treatment of certain brain…
AIDS Vaccine Gets Closer: Targeting Virus’ Achilles Heel
AIDS researchers may have turned a corner in their search for a HIV vaccine, taking…
The Wii Gets a Little More Evil (NewsFactor)
NewsFactor – North American Wii owners got an early holiday present today: Confirmation from global…
Doctor-patient Conversations At End Of Life Associated With Lower Medical Expenses
Few physicians are eager to discuss end-of-life care with their patients. Yet such conversations may…
Simple Upgrades In Rural Sanitation Could Save 1.2 Million Lives Annually
Improving rural sanitation by 65 percent could save as many as 1.2 million lives a…
Obesity Linked To Hormone Imbalance That Impacts Sexual Quality Of Life
Hormonal changes and diminished sexual quality of life among obese men are related to the…
Surviving Lung Cancer
A growing trend in the field of radiation oncology doubles a person’s chances of surviving…
Why Anesthesia Is Associated With Cognitive Impairment And Risk Of Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists report that anesthesia induces phosphorylation of tau. Tau is a key neuronal protein involved…