A study that started in 1985 in Gothenburg, Sweden, followed some 50 people who had become anorexic in their teens.…
Epigenetic study provides new approaches to combination therapies for aggressive cancers
A recent study reveals how the interaction of the epigenetic protein BRD4 with the metabolic enzyme MTHFD1 controls gene expression…
Music helps to build the brains of very premature babies
In Switzerland, 1% of children are born ‘very prematurely.’ These children are at high risk of developing neuropsychological disorders. To…
People born very preterm or with very low birthweight have high risk of lung disease
A global study shows people born very preterm or with very low birthweight have a high risk of lung disease…
What is known — and not known — about heart muscle diseases in children
Cardiomyopathies in children are the focus of a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association that provides insight into…
New compound which kills antibiotic-resistant superbugs discovered
A new compound has killed antibiotic resistant gram-negative bacteria, including E. coli, during tests.
New evidence supports surgery for rare type of brain lymphoma
Researchers have identified a distinct subtype of primary central nervous system (PCNS) lymphoma that should be considered for surgical removal,…
Predicting spread of breast cancer: Researchers advance search for laboratory test
A new laboratory test that induces cancer cells to squeeze through narrow spaces has the potential to accurately predict which…
Unexpected survival mechanism of a subset of cancer cells revealed
Researchers have discovered that a human enzyme named FANCM is required for the survival of ALT tumor cells. Future strategies…
Medical News Today: 10 ways to improve gut health
The gut is home to billions of microorganisms. Many of these are beneficial to overall health. In this article, learn…