Blood platelets have one main job: Stop bleeding by forming clots. Sometimes, however, these tiny cell fragments fail when they
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Nanoparticles for lung cancer pass next test
The most common type of lung cancer, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), continues to be difficult to treat, with five
Read moreHow chronic early-life stress raises PTSD vulnerability: Persistent stress in adolescence appears to increase vulnerability through elevated ghrelin levels in rat model and in humans
A collaboration between investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital and Khyber Medical University in Pakistan may have discovered how chronic stress
Read moreOptimized perception in the twilight zone: The brain processes weak visual stimuli better in the morning and evening than at noon
In the pre-industrial age, twilight was a dangerous time for humans since they were at risk of encountering nocturnal predators.
Read moreFuture-proofing enterprise imaging: AI, cloud, consolidated viewers are on the way
Enterprise imaging is a fundamental component of a modern health system. Its importance cannot be underestimated, and its need to
Read morePeptide-based biogenic dental product may cure cavities
Researchers at the University of Washington have designed a convenient and natural product that uses proteins to rebuild tooth enamel
Read moreWhy alcohol, sugar lead to thirst
Why does drinking alcohol or consuming sugar make us thirsty? An international study of mice in Texas and humans in
Read moreHIMSS Healthcare Security Forum's hottest topics: AI, bug bounty programs, medical device hacks
At this point, the healthcare sector is well aware that hackers are targeting providers in droves. For one, it’s often
Read moreModern Botany Looks to Simplify Personal Care, Aims to Educate Customers on Natural Products
LONDON — Pharmacognosist Dr. Simon Jackson and managing director John Murray are looking to fill in the gap within personal care
Read moreWorkplace noise exposure affects cardiovascular risk factors
(HealthDay)—Hypertension, elevated cholesterol, and hearing difficulty are more prevalent among noise-exposed workers, according to a study published online March 14
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