Plasma exchange improves recovery in rare inflammatory nerve disease
Plasma exchange can help treat people with a rare inflammatory disease that can cause blindness, according to a…
Wistar scientists develop new bispecific T cell engager to target ovarian cancer
Wistar scientists have developed a new type of bispecific T cell engager, or BTE, that is effective against…
Scientists link genetic spelling mistakes to sudden cardiac death
Scientists have found that the ‘sudden’ cardiac death condition related to high profile deaths or major medical episodes…
Beetroot juice shows its clearest aerobic benefits in recreational exercisers
A review of 38 trials examines who may benefit most from beetroot juice, and why elite athletes should…
Protein craze can lead to better health if done right
It’s a question that Dr. Travis Wilkes gets asked every day by patients. It is something that Dr.…
The Surprising Chocolate Trick That Could Boost Your Gym Performance
A familiar food aroma may do more than stimulate appetite—it could also influence physical performance. Credit: Shutterstock Researchers…
Body of Evidence: Creatine for women – what are the benefits and risks? – The Journal
Body of Evidence: Creatine for women – what are the benefits and risks? The JournalFAQ: Creatine and the Female…
Study reveals distinct roles of oxygen-sensing proteins in skeletal muscles
Skeletal muscles-responsible for movement, joint stabilization, and postural support-are highly metabolically active and heavily reliant on oxygen during…
New genetic reference map accelerates human stem cell research
A team led by bioengineers at the University of California San Diego has developed a genome-scale reference map…
Smart travel habits reduce discomfort from chronic back pain
As the travel season hits its peak, millions are preparing to spend hours on planes, trains, and in…
New molecular mechanism identified in common inherited heart disease
A study led by the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares Carlos III (CNIC), working in collaboration with an…
McMaster researchers uncover why statins cause painful muscle side effects
Millions of people rely on statins – a medication used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of…