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New cell ‘kill switch’ could potentially cure cancer
A new study has found that RNA molecules, originally developed as a means of studying genes, can trigger a hidden mechanism that prompts cells to commit suicide, potential being used as a new method of cancer treatment. “It’s like committing […]
No blind mice: Retinal transplant successfully restores sight in rats
Scientists have successfully restored vision in blind rats by transplanting fetal retina cells to regenerate neurons in the vision centres of their brains. Researchers at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine found that sheets of fetal cells integrated […]
How dogs could prevent the spread of malaria
Several years ago, British entomologist Steve Lindsay landed at an American airport and was intrigued by the sniffer dogs searching for fruits and vegetables in the baggage claim area. Seeing as studies have shown that malaria releases a signature scent, […]
Medical Industry: Biocompatible materials in medical technology
Also, download this story from the electronic issue here In the field of medicine, a rule of thumb when prescribing medical treatment is that the benefits must outweigh risks. However, when it comes to using medical devices, there are no taking […]
New chemical solution may assist scientists with brain tumour operations
Brain tumours are some of the most complicated tumours to operate on. However, scientists have been testing a drink containing 5-ALA, a substance known to accumulate in fast-growing cancer cells, on people with suspected glioma. The chemical makes brain tumours […]
The appendix may contribute to the development of Parkinson’s
The appendix, once a mystifying organ, may now increase a person’s chances of developing Parkinson’s disease. A study consisting of nearly 1.7 million Swedes found that those who’d had their appendix removed had a lower overall risk of Parkinson’s disease. […]
Australia gets rid of Rubella
Rubella has officially been eradicated in Australia. The WHO confirmed on Wednesday that the contagious disease that can cause pregnant women to miscarry or result in serious birth defects or stillbirth, also known as German measles, no longer exists in […]
New shingles vaccine proves effective at curbing the infection
A new shingles vaccine has proven to be more successful in the prevention of the infection. The Shingrix vaccine was compared to the older vaccine Zostavax, and reviewed by more than 2 million patients above the age 50. Researchers in […]
Medical bracelet can detect and monitor seizures
A new device designed to monitor epilepsy is able to detect 85% of all severe night-time seizures. The bracelet, known as Nightwatch, is a big development in epilepsy wearables, according to its researchers in Netherlands. 28 intellectually disabled epilepsy patients […]
Surgeons perform UK’s first in-utero spinal surgery
Two unborn babies have had their spines repaired by surgeons,weeks before they were born. The operations were carried out by a team of 30 doctors at University College Hospital in London, and are the first of its kind to be […]
