Study identifies four previously unknown genetic risk locations for primary sclerosing cholangitis

A study of unprecedented scale has led researchers to identify four previously unknown genetic risk locations for primary sclerosing cholangitis, a liver disease that lacks effective medical therapy. A Dec. 19 article in Nature Genetics highlights the undertaking, which is the largest genome-wide association study of primary sclerosing cholangitis to date and a step toward providing breakthrough treatments for the unmet needs of primary sclerosing cholangitis patients.

Fischer Laser Eye Center Opens New Office in Benson, Minnesota

The doctors of Fischer Laser Eye Center will begin seeing patients at their new office in Benson, Minnesota, starting January 2017. In January of 2017, the family eye doctors of Fischer Laser Eye Center will begin seeing patients at their new Benson, Minnesota, office located inside the recently constructed DoMats grocery store on 1705 Minnesota Avenue .

Blog: Where is the TV camera?

With Christmas fast approaching, the inflation of charitable events has been taking over Slovakia. Yes, it’s that time of the year when I wish people noticed that children’s hospitals have more wards than the “oncology” one.

SP Scientific webinar shows improvements in lyophilization through ControLyoa Technology

SP Scientific announces the on-demand availability of a popular webinar** by Jake Luoma of Genentech Inc. that discusses how controlled nucleation has emerged as a technology which promises improvements in lyophilization process throughput and consistency. In this presentation, Mr. Luoma examines the benefits of the technology for high fill-volume configurations and presents new data regarding the mechanism of the ControLyo Technology.

New graphene system can detect activity levels of interfaced normal and cancer cells

By interfacing brain cells onto graphene, researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have shown they can differentiate a single hyperactive cancerous cell from a normal cell, pointing the way to developing a simple, noninvasive tool for early cancer diagnosis. “This graphene system is able to detect the level of activity of an interfaced cell,” says Vikas Berry, associate professor and head of chemical engineering at UIC, who led the research along with Ankit Mehta, assistant professor of clinical neurosurgery in the UIC College of Medicine.

Cholesteryl Ester Transfer Protein Inhibition With Anacetrapib…

Cholesteryl Ester Transfer Protein Inhibition With Anacetrapib Decreases Fractional Clearance Rates of High-Density Lipoprotein Apolipoprotein A-I and Plasma Cholesteryl Ester Transfer Protein. Anacetrapib , an inhibitor of cholesteryl ester transfer protein activity, increases plasma concentrations of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol , apolipoprotein A-I -I, apoA-II, and CETP.

Lasers a transforma prostate treatment

The approach, tested across Europe, uses lasers and a drug made from deep sea bacteria to eliminate tumours, but without causing severe side effects. Trials on 413 men published in The Lancet Oncology showed nearly half of them had no remaining trace of cancer.

Increased monitoring for popular swim spots

Horizons Regional Council has increased their annual swim spot monitoring programme from 17 sites to over 80, to run alongside a complementary summer swim spot campaign that will help inform the public about potential health risks and highlight the Region’s fantastic recreational sites enjoyed by the public every summer. Horizons Chairman Bruce Gordon says from Ruapehu, Whanganui and the Manawatu, to Horowhenua and Tararua, the Region’s numerous swim spots offer some of the country’s most stunning scenery and excellent picnicking, camping and bush walking opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Combination therapy holds great promise to clear precancerous skin lesions

A combination of two FDA-approved drugs – a topical chemotherapy and an immune-system-activating compound – was able to rapidly clear actinic keratosis lesions from patients participating in a clinical trial. Standard treatment for this common skin condition, which can lead to the development of squamous cell carcinoma, takes up to a month and can elicit several unpleasant side effects.

Chiropractor returns to Stawell

WELCOME: Ararat and Stawell Chiropractic receptionists Shelly Wadge and Carmen MacDonald welcome Dr Tyler Humphris back to Stawell. PICTURE: Anthony Piovesan Doctor Tyler Humphris has returned to Stawell after five years of study at the world renowned New Zealand College of Chiropractic in Auckland.

Chiropractor returns to Stawell

WELCOME: Ararat and Stawell Chiropractic receptionists Shelly Wadge and Carmen MacDonald welcome Dr Tyler Humphris back to Stawell. PICTURE: Anthony Piovesan Doctor Tyler Humphris has returned to Stawell after five years of study at the world renowned New Zealand College of Chiropractic in Auckland.

Amy Schumer buys family’s farm back

The ‘Trainwreck’ star was thrilled to present her father Gordon with the gift after the family lost their farm when Amy’s dad went bankrupt after he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Sharing a home video on Instagram, she wrote: “Video from the farm when I was running away in the cornfield and my dad was taunting me because I wanted him to come with me.

Amy Schumer buys family’s farm back

The ‘Trainwreck’ star was thrilled to present her father Gordon with the gift after the family lost their farm when Amy’s dad went bankrupt after he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Sharing a home video on Instagram, she wrote: “Video from the farm when I was running away in the cornfield and my dad was taunting me because I wanted him to come with me.

Fluorescence In situ Hybridization: Cell-Based Genetic Diagnostic and Research Applications.

Fluorescence in situ hybridization is a macromolecule recognition technology based on the complementary nature of DNA or DNA/RNA double strands. Selected DNA strands incorporated with fluorophore-coupled nucleotides can be used as probes to hybridize onto the complementary sequences in tested cells and tissues and then visualized through a fluorescence microscope or an imaging system.

City of Concord to Host Workshop for Retirement Planning

The Concord Senior Center is hosting a workshop for people who want to learn about the role of social security, Medicare, pensions and plans such as 401Ks and IRAs in retirement. The workshop will take place for an hour a week over three weeks on Tuesdays, Jan. 10, 17 and 24, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. The sessions will be held at the Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle.

California push to cover illegals under Obamacare may fail

Time is running out for the administration to approve California’s push to allow illegal immigrants to use its Obamacare exchange, likely dooming the effort as President Obama prepares to hand the reins over to President-elect Donald Trump. The 2010 health law specifically banned illegal immigrants from signing up for Obamacare, with Capitol Hill Democrats fearing at the time that it was too politically charged.

California push to cover illegals under Obamacare may fail

Time is running out for the administration to approve California’s push to allow illegal immigrants to use its Obamacare exchange, likely dooming the effort as President Obama prepares to hand the reins over to President-elect Donald Trump. The 2010 health law specifically banned illegal immigrants from signing up for Obamacare, with Capitol Hill Democrats fearing at the time that it was too politically charged.

10 cancer symptoms you could be missing

If something appears unusual and doesn’t go away in a couple of weeks, get it checked out. Photo / Getty Most of us think we know the telltale signs of cancer: a lump in the breast, unexplainable tiredness, sudden weight loss… but experts are pointing to lesser known symptoms to watch out for that may lead to earlier detection of the disease.

Dentists not smiling 5 years after fluoride removed from Moncton water

With the exception of dental fluorosis — which can cause white specks on an individual’s teeth — scientific studies have not found any credible links between adding fluoride to drinking water and adverse health effects. Dentists in Moncton, N.B., want city councilors to acknowledge a marked increase in tooth decay since they voted to stop adding fluoride to the municipal drinking water supply five years ago.

Dentists not smiling 5 years after fluoride removed from Moncton water

With the exception of dental fluorosis — which can cause white specks on an individual’s teeth — scientific studies have not found any credible links between adding fluoride to drinking water and adverse health effects. Dentists in Moncton, N.B., want city councilors to acknowledge a marked increase in tooth decay since they voted to stop adding fluoride to the municipal drinking water supply five years ago.

Expert says finding links Alzheimer’s to aluminium

The link has been the subject of speculation for many years, with some scientists stating there is not enough evidence to blame the metal, used by thousands for everyday purposes to cook and store food. But Exley, who wrote about his research in a blog post for The Hippocratic Post , said “We already know that the aluminium content of brain tissue in late-onset or sporadic Alzheimer’s disease is significantly higher than is found in age-matched controls.”