Cord blood cells proven to differentiate into heart muscle and brain cells
...eart cells needed to halt further damage. Clinical proof of this principle has existed for a decade, as Duke physicians have used cord blood to correct heart, brain and liver defects in children with rare metabolic diseases. But until now they lacked the molecular evidence to prove that cord blood stem cel...Scientists identify a human antibody that blocks SARS virus infection
...r the SARS virus was discovered. "This is really a proof of principle for responding to emerging infectious diseases," says Marasco, the paper's senior author. "If the international community works together, it can make a serious dent in the time it takes to develop protective treatments against these thre...Novel 'metal-chelation' therapy may be helpful in patients with Alzheimer disease
...s of cognitive ability. "The findings support a proof of concept in humans that a drug targeting metal-beta-amyloid interactions can have a significant effect on beta-amyloid metabolism, and through this, a beneficial modification on the progression of AD," write the authors. "The safety profile and ...Jefferson scientists use gene therapy to restore function of damaged heart cells in laboratory
...argets for heart failure. "This study is the last proof of concept," he adds, noting that years of previous work in various animal models enabled the research team to reach this point. "Now we are dealing with human cells from failing human hearts." Further animal studies are planned, which, he notes, sh...Non-human molecule is absorbed by eating red meat according to study by UCSD researchers
...e adult subjects, the UCSD team provided the first proof that people who ingest Neu5Gc absorb some of it into their tissues. In addition, they demonstrated that many humans generate an immune response against the molecule, which the body sees as a foreign invader. The study's senior author, Ajit Varki, M....High blood pressure is a factor in some 'senior moments'
... certain tasks, Jennings' team decided to look for proof that high blood pressure did impair memory. High blood pressure is defined as a systolic pressure (the top number in a blood pressure reading) of 140 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) or higher and/or a diastolic pressure (bottom number) of 90 mmHg or h...New blood test could detect lung cancer in its earliest stages
...ue of the journal Proteomics. The Duke studies are proof of principle that MALDI-TOF MS can, in fact, pinpoint and identify proteins in blood that are elevated in cancer and other diseases, said Patz. Moreover, the Duke approach to MALDI-TOF is more sensitive than other diagnostic techniques, he said. It g...UCSD team finds that ethics consultations reduce futile end-of-life treatments
...man said. "This study is the first evidence-based proof of this intervention's efficacy." Noting that 60 percent of Americans die in an acute care hospital, Schneiderman said that physicians and nurses strongly influence the manner of dying. "Very often, treatment decisions have to be made that are fraug...Family mealtime is more than just sitting at the table
...ADA Spokesperson Susan Moores. This study is great proof that family meals can result in healthier dietary intakes for this group. The researchers also found that boys consumed more family meals than girls, as did middle school children compared with high school students. In addition, study results sho...Scripps Research Institute group designs DNA vaccine that inhibits growth of cancerous tumors
...lay it. "We hope that these studies established a proof of concept that may eventually contribute to the development of novel cancer therapies," says Niethammer. The article, "A DNA vaccine against VEGF receptor 2 prevents effective angiogenesis and inhibits tumor growth" was authored by Andreas G. Nietha...Tired medical professionals working long hours may put patients at risk
...dical professionals. Although there is no clinical proof that tired doctors and nurses are dangerous for pa...fatigue causes errors that harm patients, absolute proof is hardly needed to act. "It is obvious that residents and other medical professionals are regularl...Carcinogen in cigarettes causes mutation linked to lung cancer
...With this new study, we are now providing concrete proof that smoking causes lung cancer," says Dr. Tang. ...ang says that the study's findings provide further proof that smoking does cause lung cancer because the carcinogen bound most strongly to the precise site i...Moderately high homocysteine tied to stroke, Alzheimers risk
...amat-Aviv, Israel, notes that there is no ultimate proof that homocysteine causes stroke or dementia. He says that elevated homocysteine could theoretically be the result of stroke or dementia. Additionally, he notes that poor diet which is common in old age, particularly among people with dementia may...Mayo Clinic researchers document safer treatment for atrial fibrillation
...ioversion, (the researchers) have provided further proof of the efficacy of three to four weeks of warfarin anticoagulation before cardioversion," the editorialists write about the current approach to treatment....'Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day' -- Really?
...gues that, in view of this evidence, the burden of proof that everyone needs 8 x 8 should fall on those who... in moderation. "Thus, I have found no scientific proof that absolutely every person must 'drink at least eight glasses of water a day'," says Valtin. While...Eficiency, feasibility of antiretroviral therapy in Africa demonstrated in IRD-coordinated surveys
... Recherche pour le Dveloppement (IRD) are bringing proof that such treatments are both effective and feasible in several African countries. Two main types of argument are often voiced which hold back development and adoption of antiretroviral therapies in developing countries: uncertainty surrounding th...Physical activity may improve survival and quality of life
...at have received bone marrow transplants give some proof that physical activity prevents weight gain after diagnosis. Two studies from Edmonton, Canada, show that the patients did not change weight, but that skin fold thickness was reduced, indicating a loss of fat. Survival As for the survival rate, ver...New method of turning off viruses may help control HIV infection, says Jefferson scientist
...n understanding the process. "This [MIT work] is a proof of concept," he says. "The MIT team showed RNAi could work for HIV. "Now, we need to figure out how it works and how long it lasts," he says. "Does it spread between cells? How robust is it in inhibiting HIV? Can we use it against virtually any RNA v...Mad hatters, seafood jubilees, & Pfiesteria Files
...ion. This includes a passport, birth certificate, proof of citizenship, proof of naturalization, driver's license, or letter of permission if children are not traveling with a pa...Fibromyalgia pain isn't all in patients' heads, new brain study finds
...he American College of Rheumatology, may offer the proof of fibromyalgias physical roots that many doubtful physicians have sought. It may also open doors for further research on the still-unknown causes of the disease, which affects more than 2 percent of Americans, mainly women. Lead authors Richard Grac...