Synthetic hydrogels were shown to provide an effective scaffold for neuronal tissue growth in areas of brain damage, providing a
Month: February 2023
Researchers discover the mechanism by which tumor cells become resistant to chemotherapy in colorectal cancer
Platinum-based chemotherapy, which is used to treat advanced colorectal cancer, accumulates in the healthy cells surrounding the cancer cells and,
Psyllium fiber protects against colitis by activating bile acid sensor, researchers find
Psyllium fiber protects against ulcerative colitis and suppresses inflammation by activating the bile acid nuclear receptor, a mechanism that was
The benefits of olive oil for health and well-being
Oleic acid, the principal component of olive oil, has properties that help to prevent cancer and Alzheimer’s disease and to
Long-acting recycling antibody targets endometriosis
Injections of an engineered antibody known as AMY109, given every month, were found to reduce lesion volume and lessen scar
Peru declares health emergency over dengue outbreak
Peru on Thursday declared a “health emergency” in 13 departments in the country’s north, center and southeast due to an
Study finds air pollution exposure linked to Parkinson’s risk, identifies US hot spot
Living in areas of the United States with higher levels of air pollution is associated with an increased risk of
A single session of hypnosis and mindfulness meditation may be useful for managing acute pain
Researchers compared the immediate effects of hypnosis, mindfulness meditation, and Christian prayer on pain intensity and tolerance. The results suggested
New promising targeted drug for a rare leukemia
Targeted drugs have been developed to supplement chemotherapy in the treatment of cancer. These drugs only affect cancer cells, leaving
Phase 3 trial finds oral empagliflozin provides safe glycemic control in children with type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body does not produce enough of the hormone insulin, which