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Can exposing newborns to more dirt and germs lower allergy, asthma risk?
Date: Jun-06-2014Infants who are exposed to allergens and bacteria during their first year of life are less likely to experience wheezing and allergies, compared with those in cleaner environments.
Synthetic small molecule may help chemo get into brain
Date: Jun-06-2014A synthetic peptide carrier that crosses the blood-brain barrier in lab mice offers potential as a vehicle to deliver chemotherapy and other drugs into the brain.
Mouse study: father's pre-conception alcohol consumption could influence son
Date: Jun-06-2014A recent study carried out on mice finds that the male offspring of fathers exposed to high levels of alcohol are more sensitive to its effects.
Moderate doses of MDMA 'fatal in warm environments'
Date: Jun-06-2014The National Institutes of Health warn that even moderate doses of MDMA can raise the temperature of the brain to fatal levels, based on findings in an animal model.
Enzyme discovery holds promise for SARS, MERS vaccine
Date: Jun-06-2014Researchers from Purdue University identify a way to disable an enzyme that hides the SARS virus from the immune system, which may lead to a vaccine for the disease.
Stem cells show potential for brain damage repair
Date: Jun-05-2014By manipulating a family of proteins found on cell surfaces, study shows it may be possible to get bone marrow stem cells to differentiate into brain cells rather than other types.
Lung cancer breath test looking more promising
Date: Jun-05-2014The feasibility of a non-invasive breath test for lung cancer has already been demonstrated. Now, a new study shows it can distinguish lung cancer from COPD and stage the cancer.
New mouse model 'opens doors to better understanding of endometriosis'
Date: Jun-05-2014Although a common condition, little is known about endometriosis. Now, researchers have created a mouse model that they say will help improve understanding of the condition.
Lung cancer breath test looking more promising
Date: Jun-05-2014The feasibility of a non-invasive breath test for lung cancer has already been demonstrated. Now, a new study shows it can distinguish lung cancer from COPD and stage the cancer.
A single shot of antibiotic 'could be new MRSA treatment'
Date: Jun-05-2014Researchers propose an alternative to vancomycin, the standard treatment for stubborn skin infections, including MRSA. The new treatment involves a single IV dose of antibiotic.
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