New Surgical Method for Inoperable Pancreatic Cancer?
In some cases, surgeons will not operate on patients with pancreatic cancer that has spread significantly in the local area, due to the many risks. A new surgical technique that uses many small pulses of electricity may change that.
What Role do Genes Play in PTSD?
A young couple driving home from a night out suddenly is hit from oncoming traffic by a drunk driver. Their car is totaled, but they luckily escape serious injury.
Detecting Breast Cancer Recurrence Earlier
A woman who has had breast cancer lives with the fear of its return. Detecting a recurrence can be tricky, involving imaging studies and biopsies. A new blood test appears to simplify and speed the process.
Are Cancer and Cholesterol Risks Related?
The relation between low density lipoprotein ( LDL ) - also known as bad cholesterol - and heart disease has been discussed often in the media, especially the many different effects of the statin class of heart drugs.
Green Coffee may aid Weight Loss
While roasted, brewed coffee can pick up your energy levels, there's new evidence that green, unroasted coffee beans can offer a pick-me-up for your weight loss goals.
Allergic Reactions get Regulated
A tiny molecule goes a long way to regulating allergic disease reaction. A new study shows how a particular microRNA could be the target of future allergic disease treatments.
HPV Shot can Protect From Reinfection
HPV is among the most common sexually transmitted diseases and can lay groundwork for developing cervical cancer. But even women who have had HPV disease can benefit from the vaccine.
Bacteria Battle in the Lungs With CF
Antibiotic treatments for cystic fibrosis may be doing more harm than good. A new study finds that current cystic fibrosis treatments may eliminate bacteria that's good for lung development.