Research at the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona, Spain and the Wistar Institute in Philadelphia, USA has revealed a novel mechanism for the control of human genes. The work, published in Cell, present an anticipated mode of regulation of some processes such as differentiation and development or oncogenesis. Thanks to the new technological… Continue reading
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Dirt is good immune stimulation for children?
It’s the basic nature of young children to touch the very things in their environment that their parents find most disgusting. Just try to keep your 1-year old from sticking the dog’s bone in her mouth! After a year of swine flu scares, health authorities imploring regular hand washing, and talk of sanitizer gel like it… Continue reading
Help to someone with cancer
Many people know someone with cancer, a friend, a relative or a colleague at work and want to help, but don’t know how to go about offering it or what kind of support they can give. There are lots of things you can do, but perhaps a good place to start is to recognize that… Continue reading
Foods for fresh breath
Regular brushing and flossing remain your best protection against tooth decay and gum problems. But a tooth-friendly diet can also help keep your smile bright and your gums healthy. A balanced diet that provides adequate nutrition can help promote healthy teeth. Many nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin D, calcium and others, are essential to oral… Continue reading
How our teeth can help us to look younger
Your mouth is more than just a pretty smile. It’s also a gateway to your overall health. Keeping that gateway clean may keep you healthier longer — and looking younger. “Just as white, straight teeth convey youth, a smile with crooked, discolored, worn, or missing teeth is associated with an aged look,” says Edmond Hewlett,… Continue reading
A Drug Combination That Shrinks Prostate Tumors
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and VCU Massey Cancer Center researchers have shown that the impotence drug Viagra, in combination with doxorubicin, a powerful anti-cancer drug, enhances its anti-tumor efficacy in prostate cancer while alleviating the damage to the heart at the same time. For more than four decades the chemotherapeutic agent doxorubicin has… Continue reading
The chances in teeth trough the years
Given all the chewing, crunching, biting, and gnashing they do, our teeth are surprisingly resilient. Still, everyday wear and tear and the natural aging process take a toll. Here’s what happens to teeth as we age — and what you can do to keep your teeth strong and sparkling for a lifetime. Preventing Acid Erosion… Continue reading
If you have an eczema take a dog, but not a cat
Children with eczema may benefit from having a dog, while having a cat may have negative effects, say researchers from the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine. Eczema, which most commonly occurs during childhood, but can sometimes persist into adulthood, is a chronic (long-term) condition that causes the skin to dry and become irritated.… Continue reading