Past studies have shown that diet affects the risk of colorectal cancer. New research suggests that this may be down to how diet alters the gut microbiome. Source: Medical News Today
Researchers have grown pancreases in rats using mouse stem cells. Transplanting the organs in mice with type 1 diabetes was found to reverse the disease. Source: Medical News Today
The largest genetic study to be performed in children with previously undiagnosed developmental disorders uncovers 14 new mutations. Source: Medical News Today
Scientists discover HIV invades macrophages when a protective protein is temporarily switched off. Treatment with HDAC inhibitors appears to prevent it. Source: Medical News Today
Multiple sclerosis is a disease that currently has no cure. Learn how MS changed the lifestyles of some famous faces and what life is like after diagnosis. Source: Medical News Today
Scientists have found a molecule that restores normal levels of a protein responsible for Alzheimer’s disease; tests were performed on mice and monkeys. Source: Medical News Today
What is Dawson’s finger? Learn about how Dawson’s fingers can help with the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and other brain disorders. Source: Medical News Today
A West Virginia research team have found that using meditation or music listening programs may have benefits for people with preclinical cognitive decline. Source: Medical News Today
New research shows a link between early-life diarrheal infection and the length of telomeres – protective strands of DNA associated with aging and disease. Source: Medical News Today
Current guidelines recommend limiting our intake of red meat, due to the health risks it poses. We take a closer look at what these risks are. Source: Medical News Today
