Immune pathway may promote the progression of oral precancerous lesions
Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center identified an immune pathway that may promote the…
Supporting healing after head and neck cancer with HBOT
World Head and Neck Cancer Day, which is observed on July 27, is a day dedicated to raising…
Brain’s immune cells play key role in maintaining stability of neuronal networks in Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at Trinity College Dublin have discovered that microglia – the main immune cells of the brain –…
Breast and prostate cancer survival worsens with metabolic syndrome
In a large study of older US adults, metabolic syndrome marked substantially poorer survival after breast or prostate…
Weight loss and anti-inflammatory drugs combine to combat leukemia
Obesity can act as fuel for leukemia, according to a study led by Indiana University School of Medicine…
Peripheral Inflammation May Drive Parkinson’s
A new study suggests that aging or Parkinson’s-triggering mutations create inflammation in peripheral tissues, and then circulating extracellular…
Study reports a counterintuitive new approach to treating mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive cancer, usually caused by exposure to asbestos. Inhaled asbestos fibers become lodged…
Vaping reduces fitness and blood vessel function in young adults
Young people who vape or smoke cigarettes have reduced blood vessel functionality, breathing efficiency and exercise capacity compared…
Gut microbiota may shape eating behavior and guide new obesity treatments
From appetite signals to food reward, researchers reveal how gut microbes may influence disordered eating and obesity, while…
Study links oxalate to systemic inflammation and heart damage
Oxalic acid might do more than just contribute to the formation of kidney stones — it may also be an…
Gut-friendly diet linked to lower mortality risk in coronary heart disease
A national analysis suggests that diets that support a healthier gut microbiota may help identify coronary heart disease…
Sleep apnea and erectile dysfunction share a stronger link than expected
A new meta-analysis suggests that worsening sleep-disordered breathing may track with declining erectile function, highlighting why men with…