Researchers studied 93 gay men with HIV who showed no symptoms when they entered the trial. Stress levels were found to be significantly associated with disease progression, with higher severe life stress increasing the odds nearly fourfold over two years.
Researchers have discovered cellular and biochemical mechanisms that could lead to the development of new drugs to prevent or treat Huntington's disease. The study identifies neuronal intranuclear inclusions as aggregates of huntingtin protein, which interacts with brain cells.
A study of 44 siblings of children who survived bone marrow transplantation found that sibling bone marrow donors showed more adaptive skills in school, while those who were not donors had more school problems. Both groups experienced post-traumatic stress after the transplant.
Research suggests that mothers of children with cancer often struggle with emotional distress and may benefit from problem-solving skill training. The study found that these mothers reported lower general well-being and physical health compared to mothers without children with cancer.
Researchers have identified the TSC2 gene as the second gene responsible for tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC), a genetic disorder affecting 1 million people worldwide. The discovery of this gene brings hope for diagnostic testing, therapies, and improved understanding of autism and seizure disorders.