Women who pushed earlier during labor were as likely to have a vaginal birth as those who delayed, and had fewer complications. The finding may change recommendations made to many women.
Researchers identified how Bacillus bacteria, which are used in many probiotic formulations, can prevent the growth of harmful Staphylococcus aureus, or “staph,” bacteria.
Researchers identified a gene that’s needed for gentle touch to turn painful after an injury. The study uncovers a possible target for treatments to relieve pain caused by skin injuries.
October 16, 2018 —
Using fecal transplants, researchers restored beneficial bacteria in cancer patients who received antibiotics for stem cell transplant procedures.
October 2, 2018 —
Researchers discovered a self-renewing human skeletal stem cell. This study may one day lead to ways to restore bone, cartilage, and supportive tissues for organs.
October 2, 2018 —
The discovery of direct neural connections between the gut and the brain in mice could lead to a better understanding of appetite and gut health.
October 2, 2018 —
Eliminating old or damaged cells that have stopped dividing reduced signs of brain disease in mice—an important clue for developing treatments for neurodegenerative brain diseases.
September 25, 2018 —
A large clinical trial found that a daily low-dose aspirin doesn’t have the same benefits for healthy older adults as it does for those who’ve had a heart attack or stroke.
September 25, 2018 —
Primary and metastatic tumors within an individual all likely rely on the same mutations to grow and spread, suggesting that precision treatments could be chosen based on a single sample.
September 25, 2018 —
In a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease, access to exercise stimulated the growth of new nerve cells in the brain and reduced memory problems. The findings pave the way for studies in people.
