Study suggests loss of 2 types of neurons -- not just 1 -- triggers Parkinson's symptoms
... proper dopamine release. "Although there are no cures for Parkinson's disease, some moderately effective treatments are available, but most target the dopamine neurons only and are effective for only a limited amount of time. In light of this study, it's quite possible that simultaneously treating both ...1 of 2 pediatric kidney disease research centers in world established
...slational research as a way of expediting clinical cures in all disciplines. Researchers at the Center are working to delineate the genetic and cellular mechanisms of childhood kidney disease and its progression and develop unique therapies that will limit or even cure genetic or acquired kidney disorders....Green tea holds promise as new treatment for inflammatory skin diseases
...an permeate the skin, Dr. Hsu says. There are no cures for autoimmune diseases. But it is possible that this is a non-toxic way to regulate them. We need further study on humans to determine the full effects. ...To be or not to be a scientist
...ter how small - puts us one step closer to finding cures to deadly diseases. This student symposium and reception marks the culmination of the research institutes renowned summer science internship program. WHY: The Summer Student Research Program is one the few programs in the country to expose young p...MUHC-led international team identifies gene responsible for blindness in infants and children
...coveries like this one show us that treatments and cures are in sight. The Foundation Fighting Blindness in Canada is proud to fund quality vision research at the MUCH that is giving hope to families affected by blindness, says Sharon Colle, National Executive Director of the FFB-C....New biotech company to commercialize novel UD gene-repair technology
...r protein replacements, and eventually may lead to cures for rare diseases, according to Michael Herr, president and chief executive officer of OrphageniX. Herr previously was the director of science and technology at the University City Science Center of Philadelphia. Sickle cell anemia and spinal mus...First step in developing heart hormone-based pill to control high blood pressure
...nct innovation that presents new opportunities for cures that weve made good progress toward exploring," Dr. Burnett says. The researchers were the first to harness the natural properties of the heart hormone BNP, working in partnership with scientists from the biotechnology firm, Biocon, and to formulate ...2007 ARVO Annual Meeting draws spotlight on aging eye
..., their treatment, and the latest research to find cures will take center stage at the 2007 Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) Annual Meeting to be held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., May 6-10, 2007. Over 10,000 registrant...Sick teens in crisis: Organ transplant patients may die when insurance for medicine runs out
...ernational level. Research at the school seeks new cures and treatments in five key areas: cancer, liver disease, heart/lung disease, aging and brain disease, and infectious disease....Antibiotic ear drops favored over popular oral antibiotics for ear infections
... to five days faster and resulted in more clinical cures overall 85 percent for those taking drops, compared to 59 percent for oral administration of medication according to the study. Thats in line with previous research and other findings that support increased use of topical antibiotics over oral a...Should patients undergoing surgery get ASA?
...nd anaesthesia, we have people potentially getting cures of their cancer, or a new hip, with a new lease on life, who either may die around the time of surgery because of heart complications or they may have a non-fatal event which can actually take their life three to six months later," said Dr. P.J. Deve...10 top Australian scientists predict major medical advances
...s of cells, like liver, skin and nerve cells, mean cures for diseases like Parkinson's, Diabetes and Multiple Sclerosis will be entirely possible. With the right prompts these 'stem cells' which everybody has - can develop into organs and tissue to replaced damaged areas. Smart drugs As a result of DN...Rochester launches Cancer Stem Cell Research Program
...ter's top scientists are collaborating to discover cures for cancer by closely examining the "master cells" of this deadly disease. This program is one of only three formal programs in the United States. The two others are at Harvard and Stanford universities. This is a new avenue for scientists to pur...Mice learn tasks that may help treat human psychiatric disorders
...ereal may help researchers find new treatments and cures for human disorders like autism and Parkinson's di...search into new diagnostic methods, treatments and cures is severely hindered," said Joseph Garner, a Purdue assistant professor of animal sciences and the s...Effective alcohol dependence treatments defined
...h, and it investigates the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit http://www.nih.gov ....Awards totaling $6.2 million to create major genetic testing lab at University of Iowa
...ur research into the causes and our pursuit of the cures for blinding eye disease," Stone said. "The Carver...arch that will provide preventions, treatments and cures for people affected by retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, Usher Syndrome and the entire spe...Grants from research to prevent blindness surpass $7.9 million in 2005
... understanding, prevention, treatment and eventual cures of all diseases of the human visual system. Recent breakthroughs in uncovering the genetic origins and molecular mechanisms of vision loss give us all reason to hope that we can more effectively help the increasing number of people suffering from th...Palliative radiation actually a cure for some lung cancer patients
...e with minimal therapy, and may explain occasional cures attributed to unconventional therapies or faith healing. NSCLC is by far the most common type of lung cancer. With an overall five year survival of only 40 percent, it is also one of the deadliest. If caught early, five year survival can reach 60 pe...New method holds promise for better understanding of prion diseases
...he victims within a matter of months. There are no cures or therapies for prion diseases. The most common human prion disease is sporadic Creutzfeld-Jacob Disease, or sCJD. Scientists still understand little about why and how in some cases normal proteins change to prions and destroy the brain. All patie...'Doctor Franklin's Medicine' explores founding father's vast medical legacy
...ormed people about dangerous epidemics, worthy new cures and medical quackery. "Religious dogma, grandiose formulations and the gripping tentacles of the past did not hold him back, and he was anxious to develop and share medical ideas with anyone, anywhere," Finger writes. "Physicians all across Europe we...