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Researchers develop insulin pills for diabetics
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara are developing insulin pills as a sugar management option for diabetics. “With diabetes, there’s a tremendous need for oral delivery,” said Samir Mitragotri, a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering who specializes in targeted […]
Traditional Chinese medicine improves life of cancer patients
A new study shows that traditional Chinese medicine helps alleviate depression, fatigue, pain, anxiety, insomnia and gastrointestinal problems in cancer patients. Specific methods used include acupuncture and therapeutic massage, reduced gastrointestinal disruptions after surgery, and acupuncture also lessened fatigue in […]
Yoga improves lives of prostate cancer patients
Prostate cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy can benefit from yoga, says researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. The study led by Dr. Neha Vapiwala, found that side effects of prostate cancer–including fatigue, sexual health, […]
Blood cancer drug trial is a success
Researchers from the University of Leicester and Leicester’s Hospitals announced a breakthrough in the world-first clinical trial of a new drug to treat particular blood cancers. Results of an international clinical trial led by Dr Harriet Walter and Professor Martin […]
Kitchen utensils can spread bacteria
Bacteria from produce can latch onto kitchen knives and spread them around, according to a study by the University of Georgia. Unfortunately, many consumers are unaware that utensils and other surfaces at home can contribute to the spread of bacteria, […]
Biodegradable implant may help heal broken bones
A plastic derived from cornstarch combined with a volcanic ash compound, could help heal the bones of patients with bone replacement after tumor removal, spinal fusion surgery or fracture repair. Traditional bone graft procedures require surgeons to remove bone from […]
A wireless device stops snoring
A wireless device called Nora is developed to end snoring once and for all. Nora is the first smart and non-invasive snoring solution that’s designed specifically to stop snoring before it wakes your sleeping partner. Nora doesn’t require masks, dentures, […]
Lab-in-a-briefcase can diagnose cancer
Researchers from the Loughborough University developed a lab-in-a-briefcase that can diagnose cancer. Believed to be the first kit of its kind dedicated to the portable measurement of cancer biomarkers, the concept is the brainchild of Dr Nuno Reis, a Lecturer […]
Medical marijuana to be used to treat epilepsy
The New South Wales (NSW) government is starting clinical trials to use medical marijuana to treat epilepsy. The government partnered with GW Pharmaceuticals to test the drug Epidiolex (cannabidiol or CBD) and cannabidivarin (CBDV in children with severe, drug resistant […]
Study suggests new strategy to treat cancer
A new study by Stony Brook University researchers suggests that instead of targeting invasive cells instead of dividing cells is a more effective strategy to treat cancer. Researchers found that cells in a roundworm nematode can’t divide and invade at […]
