A recent study by Ohio State University found that mild iron deficiency weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures in laboratory rats. The researchers also discovered that even minor iron deficiency can lead to lower bone density, making it more likely for bones to break.
A large study by Ohio State University researchers has found that stress experienced after a breast cancer diagnosis and surgery can weaken the immune response in women. The study, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, used biochemical indicators to measure the impact of stress on immune function.
Researchers suggest schools need stronger partnerships with communities to provide safe spaces for learning. Full-service schools could offer health and counseling services, adult education classes, and parent support groups to address community stressors.
December 1997 was the coldest month on record in the Earth's lower stratosphere, indicating a cooling trend over the past 15 years. This is consistent with ozone depletion in the lower stratosphere.
Researchers at the University of Massachusetts have successfully created two healthy, genetically modified cloned calves using a combination of cloning techniques with genetic engineering. The calves, named Charlie and George, were born last week after four years of research by James Robl and Steven Stice.
Researchers at UPCI have found that a steroid drug improves the effectiveness of a vitamin D analogue in killing cancer cells while reducing a potentially life-threatening side effect. The combination of dexamethasone and 1,25-D3 was more effective than 1,25-D3 alone in preventing tumor growth and reducing blood calcium levels.
Researchers at Ohio State University found that lifting patients by caregivers in hospitals and nursing homes poses a high risk of back injury, with even two-person lifts similar to high-risk jobs. Mechanical devices, such as those suspending patients by straps from mechanical arms, may be necessary to mitigate the risk.
A new study reveals that insulin resistance, a precursor to diabetes, is caused by a cellular 'short circuit' triggered by excessive protein phosphorylation and TNF secretion, potentially explaining the link between obesity and insulin resistance.
A study at Ohio State University shows that selective breeding helps honeybees develop resistance to tracheal mites, reducing the need for insecticides. Beekeepers can maintain healthy hives without relying on chemicals by selecting and breeding mite-resistant bees.