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New University of Kentucky research shows that the immune system may target other remote areas of the brain to improve recovery after a stroke.

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Keywords: Stroke, Neurology, Stroke Recovery, B Cells

A unique procedure, created by a Michigan Medicine pediatric surgeon, is repairing inguinal hernias in children using an ultrasound and a needle, with no incision needed.

Channels: Bone Health, Children's Health, Surgery,

Keywords: Health, Wellness, Hernia, hernia procedure, hernia repair, hernia surgery, Pediactrics, Pediatric Surgery

By: Bill Wellock | Published: February 14, 2020 | 3:35 pm | SHARE: As an outbreak of a new coronavirus makes headlines across the world, another more common infectious disease is spreading across the United States and beyond — the flu.About 8 percent of the U.S. population gets sick from the flu each season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Channels: Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Vaccines, Coronavirus, Influenza,

Keywords: flu

As the government has announced proposals to ban the sale of petrol, diesel and hybrid cars by 2035 the race to electrify the motor industry is on, and motorbikes aren’t to be overlooked.

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Keywords: Electric, bike

New guidelines recommend aspirin use in primary prevention for people ages 40 to 70 years old who are at higher risk of a first cardiovascular event, but not for those over 70. Yet, people over 70 are at higher risks of cardiovascular events than those under 70. As a result, health care providers are understandably confused about whether or not to prescribe aspirin for primary prevention of heart attacks or strokes, and if so, to whom.

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Keywords: Aspirin, Primary prevention, Stroke, Heart Attack, Cardiovascular Disease, Guidelines and Recommendation, Primary Care, Clinicians, health care providers , Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attacks, Aspirin to Prevent Strokes, Benefits and Risks, Metabolic Syndrome, Hypertension, Developed Countries, Developing Countries, Mortality

In experiments with human cells and mice, researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center report evidence that combining the experimental cancer medication TAK228 (also called sapanisertib) with an existing anti-cancer drug called trametinib may be more effective than either drug alone in decreasing the growth of pediatric low-grade gliomas. These cancers are the most common childhood brain cancer, accounting for up to one-third of all cases. Low grade pediatric gliomas arise in brain cells (glia) that support and nourish neurons, and current standard chemotherapies with decades-old drugs, while generally effective in lengthening life, often carry side effects or are not tolerated. Approximately 50% of children treated with traditional therapy have their tumors regrow, underscoring the need for better, targeted treatments.

Channels: All Journal News, Cancer, Children's Health, Neuro, Pharmaceuticals, National Cancer Institute (NCI), Clinical Trials,

Keywords: Eric Raabe, Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, Pediatric Cancer, Brain Tumors, Mtor, TAK228 , Mapk

Unique soils provide many beneficial values to society.

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Keywords: soil, Nature, Agriculture, Geology, History, Sociology, Land Use, Weather, Flooding, Ecosystem

A new study suggests that for women, poor sleep could contribute to unhealthy food choices, increasing the risk of obesity and heart disease.

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Keywords: Obesity, Heart Disease, Poor Sleep Habits, Women's Health