A University of Florida study found that in two-thirds of the 44 children treated, T cell numbers increased to normal levels. Children under 6 showed the most pronounced improvement, with their immune systems recovering dramatically.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University found a new combination therapy, called chemoradiation, that increases survival rates by 50% for cervical cancer patients. The treatment combines radiation with platinum-based chemotherapy agents, leading to more effective cancer cell killing and lower side effects.
Researchers discovered oscillations in individual heart cells causing beat-to-beat alternations, leading to fibrillation and death. A new test highlights this pattern for easier detection, potentially saving thousands of lives annually from sudden cardiac arrest.
The Navajo Faith Healing Project examines traditional religious healing practices among the Navajo people, combining ceremonies, chants, and peyote rituals to treat physical and mental ailments. The study reveals a holistic approach to healthcare, integrating faith healing with Western medicine in some cases.
Clathrin-coated vesicles are responsible for transporting proteins from the outside of the cell inside. The new insights into their formation help build a picture of the overall process and suggest possible targets for future therapeutic intervention.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University are developing a new neural prosthesis technology that uses microstimulation to directly stimulate the spinal cord. This approach aims to improve the health and independence of individuals with quadriplegia and paraplegia, who currently lack control over vital functions.
A Brown University research team has identified primary signals that initiate liver formation in embryonic cells. Understanding these signals could lead to new treatments for diseases such as viral hepatitis and cancer by enabling tissue regeneration and reprogramming of diseased cells.
A team of researchers from Case Western Reserve University has discovered a new species of human ancestor, Australopithecus garhi, in the Afar Desert of Ethiopia. The fossils, dated to 2.5 million years ago, exhibit a unique combination of traits that were unexpected and fill a major gap in our understanding of human evolution.
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that comprehensive discharge planning and home follow-up by advanced practice nurses can significantly reduce hospital readmission rates and Medicare costs. The study involved 363 elderly patients at high risk for poor outcomes after hospital discharge, who rece...
A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that green tea polyphenols may help prevent and reduce the severity of rheumatoid arthritis. The study found that mice given green tea polyphenols were significantly less likely to develop arthritis, with only 44% developing the condition compared ...
The discovery of Complex II's structure is crucial for understanding the energy production system in cells and may lead to therapies correcting defects. This breakthrough increases scientists' knowledge of fundamental processes and their role in diseases like diabetes and Alzheimer's.
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered a key component of the proteasome that plays a crucial role in DNA repair and sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation. Deleting a part of this protein complex increases UV sensitivity, highlighting its involvement in repair mechanisms.
A new study by Case Western Reserve University researchers found that relaxation and music can significantly reduce post-operative pain in surgery patients. The study, which tested 500 patients over a 29-month period, showed that these self-care methods reduced pain more than medication alone.