New technique may lead to safer stem cell transplants
For hard-to-treat leukemias, lymphomas and other blood cancers, stem cell transplantation is the gold standard of care. The procedure involves replacing a patient’s own blood-forming […]
(HealthDay)—The blood lead reference value (BLRV) in children has been updated to 3.5 µg/dL, according to research published in the Oct. 29 issue of the […] Patients with abnormal variants (mutations) in the DPYD gene are known to be at risk for severe toxicity from treatment with 5-fluorouracil or capecitabine—chemotherapies commonly […] Microscopic fungus may have more to do with oral cancer and aging than first thought, according to new research from Case Western Reserve University. Researchers […] Children experiencing cognitive problems such as low attention, poor memory or lack of inhibition may later suffer mental health issues as teenagers and young adults, […] The DNA health checks that could lead to tailor-made treatments: As a major NHS trial begins, we examine whether they really are a medical holy […] Repeatedly getting angry, hitting, shaking or yelling at children is linked with smaller brain structures in adolescence, according to a new study published in Development […] As online video games increase in popularity—particularly with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing people to stay home—some players are becoming addicted as they seek feelings of […] A new Northwestern Medicine study showed cognitive SuperAgers have resistance to the development of fibrous tangles in a brain region related to memory and which […] Social distancing and working from home help prevent transmission of the novel coronavirus but can be conducive to unhealthy behavior such as binging on fast […]
Blood lead reference value in children updated to 3.5 µg/dL
Rare gene mutations lead to greatly increased risk of fatal chemotherapy toxicity
Microscopic fungus could lead to a breakthrough in oral cancer research
Childhood cognitive problems could lead to mental health issues in later life
The DNA health checks that could lead to tailor-made treatments
Does ‘harsh parenting’ lead to smaller brains?
Achievement and escapism can lead to online video game addiction
SuperAger brains resist protein tangles that lead to Alzheimer’s
Lack of physical exercise during COVID-19 confinement may lead to a rise in mortality