We like to think that others agree with us. It’s called “social projection,” and it…
Month: September 2011
How key genes cooperate to make healthy skin
An essential relationship among leading genes and proteins that control the health of the skin…
Preterm birth associated with higher risk of death in early childhood, young adulthood
In a study that included more than 600,000 individuals born in Sweden between 1973-1979, those…
Prediction models help determine likelihood of erectile function after treatment for prostate cancer
The development of prediction models that included variables such as pretreatment sexual function, patient characteristics…
Adding cognitive behavioral therapy to drug treatment of pediatric OCD appears to improve symptoms
Children and teens with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who were receiving some benefit from treatment with…
Study examines platelet function testing for guiding antithrombotic treatment before PCI procedures
Among patients with acute coronary syndromes undergoing a procedure such as angioplasty, those who received…
Depression associated with increased risk of stroke and stroke-related death
An analysis of nearly 30 studies including more than 300,000 patients finds that depression is…
Scientists turn back the clock on adult stem cells aging
Researchers have shown they can reverse the aging process for human adult stem cells, which…
Possible new blood test to diagnose heart attacks
Researchers are reporting a possible new blood test to help diagnose heart attacks. Researchers report…
Vacuum-like device makes cellular exploration easier
Imagine a microscopic jet vacuum cleaner, the size of a pen nib that hovers over…