mung bean (Vigna radiata) 02 NOV 2012 MANHASSET, NY – Researchers at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research have discovered that a bean commonly used in Chinese cuisine protects against the life-threatening condition sepsis. These findings are published in the… Read More ›
National Heart Lung and Blood Institute
Adults stop anti-rejection drugs after stem-cell transplant reverses sickle cell disease
Adults stop anti-rejection drugs after stem-cell transplant reverses sickle cell disease – Half of patients in a trial have safely stopped immunosuppressant medication following a modified blood stem-cell transplant for severe sickle cell disease, according to a study in the… Read More ›
Adults stop anti-rejection drugs after stem-cell transplant reverses sickle cell disease
PUBLIC RELEASE DATE: 1-Jul-2014 NIH trial success suggests a new treatment option for older, sicker patients Adults stop anti-rejection drugs after stem-cell transplant reverses sickle cell disease NIH trial success suggests a new treatment option for older, sicker patients Half… Read More ›
Shorter men live longer have lower blood insulin levels and less cancer.
Honolulu-based study reveals Short height and long life have a direct connection in Japanese men, according to new research based on the Kuakini Honolulu Heart Program (HHP) and the Kuakini Honolulu-Asia Aging Study (HAAS). “We split people into two groups… Read More ›
Eating fish associated with lower risk of dying among older adults: Up to 27%
Contact: Marge Dwyer mhdwyer@hsph.harvard.edu 617-432-8416 Harvard School of Public Health Eating fish associated with lower risk of dying among older adults Risk of dying from heart disease significantly lowered Boston, MA – Older adults who have higher levels of blood… Read More ›
Genetically engineered tomatoes decrease plaque build-up in mice
Abstract 11083 – Embargoed until 8 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. ET November 05, 2012 This news release is featured in a news conference at 8 a.m. PT on Monday, Nov. 5. Study Highlights: For the first time, researchers have… Read More ›
New lipid screening guidelines for children overly aggressive, UCSF researchers say
Recommendations fail to weigh benefits against potential harms Recent guidelines recommending cholesterol tests for children fail to weigh health benefits against potential harms and costs, according to a new commentary authored by three physician-researchers at UCSF. Moreover, the recommendations are… Read More ›
Vigorous Exercise May Help Prevent Vision Loss
Public release date: 5-Feb-2009