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Nov 30, 2016 03:10 AM EST

Humans Can Regenerate Amputated Body Parts, Study Says

The acorn worm could regenerate most body parts even after being sliced in half. Could this open the doors for human regeneration soon?

Feb 22, 2016 07:37 AM EST

Gum Disease Linked To Increased Mortality Risk From Chronic Kidney Disease

Gum disease may increase the risk of kidney disease, according to a recent study.

Feb 16, 2016 08:31 AM EST

Scientists Have 3D Printed Human Replacements for Injured or Diseased Tissues

Imagine "printing" replacement tissue. That's exactly what researchers are aiming for. Now, scientists have proved that it's possible to print living tissue structures to replace injured or diseased tissue in patients.

Dec 29, 2015 06:13 PM EST

Are Ultrasounds As Effective As Mammograms?

New findings published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute show that mammograms and ultrasonography are equally as effective at detecting breast cancer.

Oct 29, 2015 04:33 PM EDT

3-D Pancreatic Cancer Tumors Grown In Petri Dish Help Toward Cure For Pancreatic Cancer

Researchers are growing three-dimensional organ-buds (organoid cultures) of pancreatic tumors, which could be a potential breakthrough in resolving the effects of pancreatic cancer among patients, at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

Jul 21, 2015 11:45 PM EDT

Missing One Night Of Sleep Can Alter The Genes That Control The Biological Clocks In Our Cells

Statistics show that over 70 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders and wakefulness. Yet even for those of us who sleep relatively well, did you know that losing a single night of sleep can alter the genes that control the biological clocks in our cells?

Jul 03, 2015 08:01 PM EDT

Supercharging Stem Cells Help Transplant Patients

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have discovered promising signs in stem cell therapy that may be effective in preventing and treating inflammation via transplant recipients. The findings are published in the journal Stem Cells, which are expected to eventually lead to new treatments for tr...

Jun 19, 2015 03:14 PM EDT

Cocaine And HIV: Drug Use Increases Risk Of Infection

New findings published in the journal Scientific Reports show a connection between cocaine use and potential HIV infection.

May 19, 2015 04:35 PM EDT

Women With Dense Breast Tissue May Not Have A Higher Risk Of Cancer

Previous studies have shown that women with dense breasts may be at an increased risk of breast cancer. Thus, health officials may advise that they have earlier screenings or extra mammography images. However, latest findings show that all women with dense breasts may not be at an enhanced risk of c...