Researchers use old equations coupled with new methods to help decode the massively complex gut microbiome

by Sonia Fernandez,University of California - Santa BarbaraCredit: Dylan Mueller illustrationFor something that has evolved with us over millions of years, and remains part of our physiology ove

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Researchers use old equations coupled with new methods to help decode the massively complex gut microbiome

by Sonia Fernandez,University of California - Santa BarbaraCredit: Dylan Mueller illustrationFor something that has evolved with us over millions of years, and remains part of our physiology ove

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Researchers harness probiotics to deliver Parkinson's disease treatment

by Experimental BiologyA probiotic was engineered to endogenously produce L-DOPA from tyrosine using recombinant 4-hydrophenylacetate 3-monooxygenase and FAD reductase genes. The L-DOPA live-biotherap

Neurology April 07,2024

Researchers harness probiotics to deliver Parkinson's disease treatment

by Experimental BiologyA probiotic was engineered to endogenously produce L-DOPA from tyrosine using recombinant 4-hydrophenylacetate 3-monooxygenase and FAD reductase genes. The L-DOPA live-biotherap

Neurology April 07,2024

Research scientists evaluate online colorectal cancer risk calculators

by Regenstrief InstituteRisk calculator. Credit: NCIRegenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Medicine research scientists have conducted a study of online colorectal cancer risk cal

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Research scientists evaluate online colorectal cancer risk calculators

by Regenstrief InstituteRisk calculator. Credit: NCIRegenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Medicine research scientists have conducted a study of online colorectal cancer risk cal

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Researchers identify inherited gene mutation linked to esophageal cancer

by Case Western Reserve UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainStudying genes in families with a propensity for certain diseases has led to many critical advances in medicine, including the d

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Researchers identify inherited gene mutation linked to esophageal cancer

by Case Western Reserve UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainStudying genes in families with a propensity for certain diseases has led to many critical advances in medicine, including the d

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Researchers identify new treatment for chronic immune system disease that can prevent people from eating

by Tulane UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study from Tulane University has identified a new treatment for a chronic immune system disease that can prevent children from eating.Eo

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Researchers identify new treatment for chronic immune system disease that can prevent people from eating

by Tulane UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study from Tulane University has identified a new treatment for a chronic immune system disease that can prevent children from eating.Eo

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Investigators uncover small molecule to engineer intestinal cell types

by Brigham and Women's HospitalPaneth cells (red) within a small intestinal organoid treated with Xpo1 inhibitor. Credit: Benjamin Mead and Jeff KarpInvestigators at the Brigham and the Broad

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

Investigators uncover small molecule to engineer intestinal cell types

by Brigham and Women's HospitalPaneth cells (red) within a small intestinal organoid treated with Xpo1 inhibitor. Credit: Benjamin Mead and Jeff KarpInvestigators at the Brigham and the Broad

Gastroenterology April 07,2024

What to Know About High Blood Pressure and Pregnancy

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Cardiovascular Diseases April 07,2024

What to Know About High Blood Pressure and Pregnancy

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Another school sports season: How to lower your child's odds for injury

by Cara MurezPlaying sports can offer a lot of benefits for kids, but it's also important to help protect them from injuries.Parents and coaches can make a big difference in helpingkids&nbsp

Pediatrics April 07,2024

Another school sports season: How to lower your child's odds for injury

by Cara MurezPlaying sports can offer a lot of benefits for kids, but it's also important to help protect them from injuries.Parents and coaches can make a big difference in helpingkids&nbsp

Pediatrics April 07,2024

Blood Pressure Chart With Readings By Age and Sex

Blood Pressure Chart With Readings By Age and SexAverage Ranges Show Normal Pressure On the ArteriesBySheryl Huggins SalomonUpdated on April 21, 2023Medically reviewed byJeffre

Cardiovascular Diseases April 07,2024

Blood Pressure Chart With Readings By Age and Sex

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Cardiovascular Diseases April 07,2024

Setting healthy boundaries with your teen

by University of Utah Health SciencesCredit: CC0 Public DomainAh, the teenage years. A time when your teen is looking to plant their flag of independence—and that's healthy. But there are tim

Pediatrics April 07,2024

Setting healthy boundaries with your teen

by University of Utah Health SciencesCredit: CC0 Public DomainAh, the teenage years. A time when your teen is looking to plant their flag of independence—and that's healthy. But there are tim

Pediatrics April 07,2024