Researchers identified three antibodies that protect against multiple strains of influenza virus by targeting the surface protein neuraminidase. The findings could help researchers develop better flu vaccines and...
September 10, 2019 —
Common air pollutants were associated with increases in emphysema over a decade of follow-up. The results may help explain why some people who never smoked develop emphysema.
September 10, 2019 —
Researchers gained key insights into brown fat’s effects on the body’s metabolism. The findings reveal targets for developing new treatments for obesity and diabetes.
September 10, 2019 —
Gene mutations related to human stuttering also caused vocalization defects and a loss of brain cells called astrocytes in mice. The findings reveal insight into the neurological mechanisms.
August 27, 2019 —
Evidence of infection with an enterovirus was found in about 80% of people with the rare but serious condition called acute flaccid myelitis.
August 27, 2019 —
Researchers found that dark rimmed spots on the brain may be a hallmark of more aggressive and disabling forms of multiple sclerosis. The findings suggest an avenue to explore for new disease treatments.
August 27, 2019 —
In mouse models of autoimmune disorders, drinking sugary water worsened disease by activating inflammatory immune cells. The findings suggest a low-sugar diet may help prevent or treat autoimmune diseases.
August 13, 2019 —
A study suggests that millions of U.S. adults may take a daily aspirin for cardiovascular disease prevention without any clear benefit.
August 13, 2019 —
Researchers identified a compound that can reduce itch in mice by blocking a receptor in the spinal cord. Future studies could lead to a drug for testing in people.
August 13, 2019 —
Exposure to air pollution just before birth appeared to increase the odds that an infant would spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit.
