A large-scale screen of tuberculosis proteins has revealed several possible antigens that could be developed as a new vaccine for TB, the world’s deadliest infectious disease.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Weight gain, especially at the waist, is common during the perimenopause and postmenopause period. Such gain, along with declining estrogen levels that are common after menopause, are linked with decreases in insulin sensitivity and increases […]
Intensive treatment of severe gum disease can help prevent arteries from becoming clogged, supporting heart health and reducing the long-term risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease and stroke, according to a […]
A new study has confirmed that the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine provides strong and sustained protection against cervical disease that can develop into cancer.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases are the two most common neurodegenerative disorders, affecting millions of people worldwide. Published in the Journal of Neuroscience, new research from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) suggests a […]
In Alzheimer’s disease—the leading cause of dementia—microglia, the brain’s immune defenders, can act as both protectors and aggressors, shaping how the disease progresses.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Scientists have known for decades that opioids relieve pain by binding to molecular switches in the brain called mu-opioid receptors. What they didn’t know—until now—was exactly what happens next.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Whooping cough cases are on the rise in Wyandotte County, Kansas, and local health officials are advising residents to keep an eye out for symptoms of the illness and stay up to date with their […]
Research led by Korea University Ansan Hospital reports finding an association between moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea and increased risk of cerebral microbleeds.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Researchers from the University of Liverpool have found that making front-of-pack nutrition labeling mandatory could significantly reduce obesity rates and save thousands of lives across England.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
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