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Aspirin slashes risk of gastrointestinal cancer

Aspirin slashes risk of gastrointestinal cancer

A large-scale study finds that the long-term use of aspirin cuts the chances of developing digestive cancers almost in half. Aspirin could prevent digestive cancers, especially in the elderly, suggests new research. Gastrointestinal cancers include colorectal cancer, stomach (or gastric) cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, esophageal cancer, and small intestine cancers, among others. Of these, […]

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‘Synthetic gene circuit’ may improve effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy

‘Synthetic gene circuit’ may improve effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy

Synthetic gene circuits that only trigger powerful, tumor-specific immune responses when they detect certain disease markers may help immunotherapies to fight cancer more effectively, according to a new study. A synthetic gene circuit has been developed that can improve the efficacy of cancer immunotherapy. Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge suggest […]

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The 10 best autism blogs

The 10 best autism blogs

People with autism, as well as their families and caregivers, are impacted uniquely by the disorder. We have chosen the best autism blogs that help to support families affected by autism, educate and inspire their readers, and provide high-quality information about the condition. Autism blogs feature information from autism experts and individuals with autism, as well […]

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Under 2 hours of walking per week may considerably prolong life

Under 2 hours of walking per week may considerably prolong life

A new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine suggests that even a little walking can significantly reduce mortality risk, compared with inactivity. Regular walking may significantly increase longevity and healthspan. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity, or 75 minutes of intense physical […]

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What is stimming?

What is stimming?

Repetitive body movements or repetitive movement of objects is referred to as self-stimulatory behavior, abbreviated to stimming. Stimming can occur in people with autism and other developmental disabilities. Some people will stim when nervous, employing behaviors such as pacing, biting their nails, hair twirling, or tapping their feet or fingers. In this article, we will […]

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Pseudophakia (IOL): Signs you need them and complications

Pseudophakia (IOL): Signs you need them and complications

Pseudophakia translates from the Latin to mean false lens. The term refers to the implanting of an intraocular lens to replace a natural lens, the lens being the clear part of the eye that focuses light and images, enabling a person to see. Pseudophakia often occurs during cataract surgery. A cataract causes clouding or blurring […]

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Food addiction: What to know

Food addiction: What to know

Food addiction refers to when the need to eat becomes compulsive or uncontrollable. This compulsive behavior may be in response to an emotion, such as stress, sadness, or anger. The human body needs food to function, but food addiction is when a person becomes dependent on certain types of foods. Foods that contribute to a […]

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‘Super tumor suppressor’ found to prevent pancreatic cancer

‘Super tumor suppressor’ found to prevent pancreatic cancer

A new study affirms that not all gene mutations are bad, after uncovering a mutation that appears to give a known tumor suppressor gene a boost against pancreatic cancer. Researchers have discovered a p53 gene mutation that prevented pancreatic cancer in mice. Researchers found that mice that possessed a specific mutation in the p53 gene were […]

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Could multivitamin use in pregnancy protect children from autism?

Could multivitamin use in pregnancy protect children from autism?

The risk of autism may be reduced for children whose mothers use multivitamins during pregnancy. This is the finding of new research published in The BMJ. Researchers have linked multivitamin use in pregnancy with a lower risk of autism in offspring. Study co-author Brian K. Lee, of the Dornsife School of Public Health at Drexel […]

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How does oxytocin control the brain’s social reward circuit?

How does oxytocin control the brain’s social reward circuit?

Although several studies have pointed to oxytocin, or the “love hormone,” as an important factor in promoting sociability, the mechanisms behind this remain unknown. Researchers from Stanford University have now looked into how oxytocin regulates the social reward mechanism in the brain. Oxytocin, the “love hormone,” is a key factor of our social abilities, but not much is […]