The advent of immune checkpoint inhibitors — which “release the brakes” of the body’s immune system to launch an efficient
Day: April 2, 2019
Hands spread flame retardants, plasticizers throughout homes
Hundreds of everyday items, from furniture to cell phones to floor wax, contain organophosphate ester (OPE) flame retardants and plasticizers.
Movement Toward a Poop Test for Liver Cirrhosis
For the estimated 100 million U.S. adults and children living with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), whether or not they
Breakthrough study of cell signaling holds promise for immune research and beyond
For the first time ever, scientists have imaged the process by which an individual immune system molecule is switched on
London cyclists warned evening commute has the dirtiest air, so pick a clean route home
Cyclists in London should take a different route back home during evening peak-time hours to avoid breathing in harmful black
Medical News Today: Is sugar the key to treating lung problems?
Research in mouse models has revealed a surprising link between the activity of immune cells in the lungs and their
Scientists designed a robot to reduce pain for premature babies
Skin to skin contact is very important for newborns, but is it not always available, especially for premature babies. That
The inflammation connection
Scientists at the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG), part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST), in Barcelona,
Drug takes aim at cancer metastasis
Many cancers are relatively harmless at their site of origin, and it is only when they metastasize to sites like
Medical News Today: Are air fryers healthy?
Air fryers use hot air to fry foods. Sources claim that they are a healthful alternative to other cooking methods,