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Researchers are studying the potential of gold nanoparticles (yellow dots) to deliver drugs into the body. Image credit:Veronika Sapozhnikova, Konstantin Sokolov, Rebecca Richards-Kortum/M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and Rice University via NIH/FlickrWhen the first cells appeared on Earth approximately 3.8 billion years ago, viruses were already here to greet them.1 Ever since, viruses have been devising ways to infect cells, and cells have been responding by evolving ways to stop these infections. This evolutionary dance eventually led to the development of your immune system.A key aspect of your immune system is to distinguish “self” from “nonself” so it can destroy and remove…
According to the research, body composition (i.e., as measured by weight, body fat percentage, BMI, and waist circumference) plays a massive role in how much vitamin D1 your body actively circulates—and, subsequently, impacts the cancer research previously determined.
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NHS physiotherapist Lindsey Burrow—wife of rugby player Rob Burrow who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019 and died last year—speaks to The BMJ about the importance of the NHS supporting staff members who care for loved ones“The support we had from the NHS staff that cared for Rob, especially Dr Agam Jung, who was Rob’s neurologist and the palliative care consultant, was just incredible. I can genuinely say, hand on heart, that the care we received was first class. We just can’t thank the staff enough for their support and for …
Credit: sefa ozel/Getty images Researchers at the nonprofit research organization, the Allen Institute, in Seattle, Washington, together with scientists of the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine in Aurora, Colorado, the University of San Diego in California, and the Benaroya Research Institute in Seattle, have discovered that people who are at risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, undergo severe immune system changes long before symptoms occur. Rheumatoid arthritis is a debilitating, systemic autoimmune disease in which the body’s own immune system begins to attack healthy cells. It is mainly caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, and, once…
Looking ahead, Piller remains cautiously optimistic. Despite the setbacks and missteps, he sees a field ready for change, driven by scientists determined to explore new avenues. Whether it’s research into infections, tau proteins, or GLP-1 inhibitors, fresh perspectives offer renewed hope.
Autism research funded by a new US initiative includes study of environmental exposures during pregnancy. Credit: Diana Bagnoli/GettyScientists moved a step closer to understanding the complex causes of autism this week. Although all of the headlines went to US President Donald Trump’s poorly evidenced statements that the painkiller acetaminophen is linked to the neurodevelopmental condition, his White House autism event brought welcome — and largely overlooked — news to scientists: the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) is investing US$50 million in an unusual autism-research effort.Trump and Jayanta Bhattacharya, director of the NIH, announced on 22 September that 13 research…
Dietitians say you don’t have to avoid starchy veggies if you’re trying to lose weight. Many starchy veggies, like corn, butternut squash and potatoes, provide filling fiber. Peas are rich in slowly digested protein, which also promotes satiety. When it comes to weight loss, some foods unfairly get the cold shoulder. And starchy veggies are a prime example. While starchy vegetables do contain more carbohydrates than their nonstarchy counterparts, that doesn’t mean they’re off-limits for weight loss. In fact, dietitians say there are some starchy vegetables that can even be helpful. So, if you’ve sworn off of peas, potatoes, corn and other…
The number of people diagnosed with lung cancer has decreased steadily over the past 20 years. But still, 1 in every 16 people will get a lung cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, and many don’t understand their risk.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e597629222f723e-42d8-4bc8-a884-effb0ef4e143e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e597629ade31d2a-9e21-49e2-b68d-5d012669a366 “Lung cancer, though common and serious, still has many misconceptions,” says Ian Bostock, MD , a thoracic surgeon at Miami Cancer Institute in Florida. “Clearing these myths helps patients and families make informed decisions about prevention, screening, and treatment,” says Dr. Bostock. Here are seven common lung cancer myths and the truth behind them. 1. Myth: If You Don’t Smoke, You Won’t…
Need a fiber boost? Each bite-size snack in this collection delivers at least 5 grams of fiber per serving—topping the 4 grams you get from a basic bowl of oatmeal. Not only will these bites help fight off hunger throughout the day, fiber helps keep your digestion system moving. Our Ranch Roasted Chickpeas are the perfect savory snack to pack for work or school, and our Crunchy High-Protein Quinoa Bites are the healthy answer to your sweet tooth! Love any of these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save, search and organize your EatingWell recipes all in one place. It’s free! Ranch…