A Clamp For Emerging Flu Viruses
Medical News Today Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:32 AM PDT
When the human body becomes infected with new influenza viruses, the immune system rapidly activates an inborn protective mechanism to inhibit the intruding pathogen. A protein known as Mx plays an important role in this process, keeping the spread of viruses in check. Exactly how Mx accomplishes this task was previously unknown... |
Study Shows Why Cholesterol Damages Arteries
Medical News Today Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:32 AM PDT
In addition to crystallized cholesterol, atherosclerotic plaques always contain large quantities of immune cells but, surprisingly, no bacteria or viruses. It was previously unclear just how the body's own defence forces are called into action. Even animals that are kept in an absolutely sterile environment can suffer from "clogging" or "furring" of the arteries when their food contains high ... |
Treating allergy with acupuncture may be worth try
Honolulu Advertiser Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:13 AM PDT
Allergy is a disorder of the immune system. The immune system recognizes and defends against a myriad of foreign substances (allergens) that may come in contact with or enter the body. |
6 transplant surgeons perform 16 surgeries over 3 days in landmark domino paired kidney exchange
News-Medical-Net Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:11 AM PDT
Chicago resident Maria Isho had been waiting for over nine years for a kidney transplant. Her body was highly sensitized, meaning that her body had built up antibodies in the blood, which made it difficult for her to find a match. To stay healthy, she endured a grueling dialysis regimen which diminished her quality of life and left her feeling physically drained. |
Easier Option Now Available for Heart Transplant Candidates
FOX 4 Kansas City Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:11 AM PDT
A heart transplant is a miracle of modern medicine. But there is still always the possibility that the recipients body will reject the new heart. FOX 4 Medical Reporter Meryl Lin McKean says that research being done right here in the metro shows that recipients have an easier option to check and see if their new heart will face rejection. |
Victim Stabbed In Palisades Park Fire
FOX 5 New York Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:57 AM PDT
The death of a 69-year-old woman inside her home in Palisades Park, New Jersey is under investigation. The woman's body was reportedly found with multiple stab wounds on Wednesday by firefighters who battled a massive blaze at the house. |
Research initiative to study impact of microbes on human health, disease
News-Medical-Net Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:56 AM PDT
The human species is dependent for its survival on the billions of microorganisms that inhabit multiple environmental niches within and on the human body. While microbes are commonly associated with diseases and infections, they are also vital in essential, beneficial roles such as digestion, where they help synthesize vitamins and ferment complex indigestible carbohydrates. |
New Member Benefit: Save 10% on Premium TrainingPeaks subscription
usacycling.org Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:11 AM PDT
USA Cycling members can now create a TrainingPeaks Basic Personal edition subscription for free and qualify for 10% off Premium Personal Edition subscriptions due to Peaksware upgrading its relationships with the national governing body. TrainingPeaks provides tools for athletes and coaches to monitor, analyze, and plan peak performance. All USA Cycling members can create a basic edition account ... |
Relationship Issues Accompany Fibromyalgia
Psych Central Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:44 AM PDT
Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by a chronic feeling of discomfort or pain in muscles throughout the body. The syndrome affects 5.8 million Americans and does not have a known cause. A new study investigates how the effects of the syndrome extend beyond physical maladies stressing emotions and relationships. Researchers from the University of Missouri specifically examined [...] |
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