A novel PET imaging technique can noninvasively detect active inflammation in the body before clinical symptoms arise, according to research
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Newly discovered genetic malfunction causes rare lung disease
The macrophage is one of the body’s most important inhabitants. Meaning “big eater” in Greek, this immune cell consumes and
Nanofiber bandages fight infection, speed healing
Cornell University researchers have identified a new way to harness the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of a botanical compound to
Researchers uncover genetic factors for severe Lassa fever
While combing through the human genome in 2007, computational geneticist Pardis Sabeti made a discovery that would transform her research
How emotions affect word retrieval in people with aphasia
People with aphasia have more trouble coming up with words they want to use when they’re prompted by images and
Scientists debunk role of ‘junk cells’ in fight against malaria
Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have discovered a previously unknown ability of a group of immune system cells,
This common medication could save half a million children’s lives each year. So why is it underprescribed?
Health care providers in developing countries know that oral rehydration salts (ORS) are a lifesaving and inexpensive treatment for diarrheal
How one type of lung cancer can transform into another
Lung tumors called adenocarcinomas sometimes respond to initially effective treatments by transforming into a much more aggressive small cell lung
Physical activity is insufficient to counter cardiovascular risk associated with sugar-sweetened beverage consumption
Contrary to popular belief, the benefits of physical activity do not outweigh the risks of cardiovascular disease associated with drinking
Ketamine’s promise for severe depression grows, but major questions remain
Using an old anesthesia drug to pull people out of the depths of severe depression has gone from fringe idea