Sunday, July 12, 2015

Medical News Today: New study reveals dangers of opioid abuse for chronic back pain sufferers

Scientists discovered that chronic back patients suffering from high levels of depression or anxiety are more prone to opioids abuse.

Medical News Today: Recovering female stroke victims may benefit from uric acid

The results of a new study published in the journal Stroke suggest that uric acid may be an effective therapy for women recovering from a stroke.

Medical News Today: ESMO GI provides new insights into HCC and metastatic liver cancer

We report new findings on carcinoma and liver cancer from the European Society for Medical Oncology 17th World Congress on Gastrointestinal cancer in Barcelona, Spain.

Saturday, July 11, 2015

Medical News Today: Neutralizing antibodies investigated for HIV vaccine

Two studies published this month explore the importance of neutralizing antibodies for HIV/Aids vaccine. Researchers focus on superinfected and cell-to-cell transmission.

Medical News Today: New chemotherapy light technique discovered

Scientists have discovered a new technique to improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy. By utilizing light, the team was able to target specific cancer cells.

Friday, July 10, 2015

Medical News Today: Type 2 diabetes linked with reduced cognitive function

A new study suggests over a short period, type 2 diabetes is linked to a reduced ability to regulate blood flow leading to impaired cognitive and executive function.

Medical News Today: Does cigarette smoking contribute to schizophrenia?

Previous studies have found that people with psychosis are more likely to smoke. A new meta-analysis suggests that this is not an attempt at self-medication, as previously thought.