Researchers have studied which genes are expressed in overactive immune cells in mice with asthma-like inflammation of the airways. Their…
A hidden truth: Hospital faucets are often home to slime and biofilm
Hand hygiene is a critical component of infection prevention in hospitals, but the unintended consequences include water splashing out of…
‘Female leadership trust advantage’ gives women edge in some crisis situations
Researchers find that trust established by female leaders practicing strong interpersonal skills results in better crisis resolution when outcomes are…
Interdisciplinary approach decreases broad spectrum antibiotic usage
An interdisciplinary approach to antimicrobial stewardship involving comprehensive blood culture identification (BCID) testing decreased broad spectrum antibiotic use, according to…
A better way to encapsulate islet cells for diabetes treatment
Researchers have come up with a novel way to prevent fibrosis, which can lead to rejection of implantable medical devices,…
Medical News Today: Rheumatoid arthritis and hair loss: What is the link?
People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may experience hair loss as a symptom of the disease or due to medication that…
Medical News Today: What to know about skin paleness
Paleness can occur in light or dark skin. A range of health issues may underlie it, including anemia, bleeding, and…
Medical News Today: What causes irritability?
Many factors can cause irritability, including life stress, depression, a lack of sleep, and premenstrual syndrome. In this article, we…
Newly defined cancer driver is fast, furious and loud
A new study finds that the gene FOXA1 overrides normal biology in three different ways to drive prostate cancer. They…
Widespread disease diabetes: Why do beta cells refuse to release insulin?
One in 11 adults worldwide suffers from diabetes, and the number of diabetes patients is rising rapidly. Diabetes is worldwide…