Category: Lifestyle
Zooming in on breast cancer reveals how mutations shape the tumour landscape
Scientists have created one of the most detailed maps of breast cancer ever achieved, revealing how genetic changes shape the physical tumour landscape, according to
Disease-causing repeats help human neurons function, study finds
Over half of our genomes are made of repeating elements within DNA. In rare cases, these repeats can become unstable and grow in size. These
Intratumoral heterogeneity may be responsible for chemotherapy resistance in patients with small cell lung cancer
Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) accounts for 14% of all lung cancers and is often rapidly resistant to chemotherapy, resulting in poor clinical outcomes. Treatment
Study examines impact of B cells on stroke recovery
New University of Kentucky research shows that the immune system may target other remote areas of the brain to improve recovery after a stroke. The
New VA/DoD guidelines address sleep-related issues in military personnel, veterans
Recognizing and addressing the widespread problem of sleep disorders in military personnel and veterans, the U.S. Departments of Veterans Affairs and Defense (VA/DoD) jointly have
Cutting off kidney cancer at its roots
Scientists at the MDC have discovered stem cells responsible for the most common form of kidney cancer. The team of Walter Birchmeier has found a
Study investigates rates of adverse events for common rheumatoid arthritis drug
Methotrexate is a common drug with a long history; for the past 40 years, it’s been used to treat a range of diseases. Today it