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Friday, March 29, 2019

Smoking and pre-eclampsia may cause fertility problems for offspring

Low levels of oxygen in the womb -- which can be caused by smoking or conditions such as preeclampsia -- may cause problems with fertility later in life, a study carried out in rats suggests.

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Smoking and pre-eclampsia may cause fertility problems for offspring

Low levels of oxygen in the womb -- which can be caused by smoking or conditions such as preeclampsia -- may cause problems with fertility later in life, a study carried out in rats suggests.

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Thursday, March 28, 2019

Breast cancer: The promises of old recipes

Of the three major subtypes of breast cancer, the triple negative is the most lethal and unlike other breast cancers, it is resistant to most existing therapies. By studying the properties of clofazimine, a 70-year-old antibiotic, scientists demonstrate its effectiveness in stopping the progression of the disease in in vivo tests. These results highlight the need to re-examine with a fresh eye the drugs already on the market.

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Fewer reproductive years in women linked to an increased risk of dementia

Women who start their period later, go through menopause earlier or have a hysterectomy may have a greater risk of developing dementia, according to a new study. The study found a link between increased risk of dementia and fewer total reproductive years when women are exposed to higher levels of estrogen hormones.

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Fewer reproductive years in women linked to an increased risk of dementia

Women who start their period later, go through menopause earlier or have a hysterectomy may have a greater risk of developing dementia, according to a new study. The study found a link between increased risk of dementia and fewer total reproductive years when women are exposed to higher levels of estrogen hormones.

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Like racecars and geese, cancer cells draft their way to new tumor sites

A new finding on how cells penetrate tissue gives a boost to the field of metabolomics, which can complement immunotherapies -- using the body's natural defenses to kill cancer cells.

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Sexual satisfaction among older people about more than just health

Communication and being in a happy relationship, along with health, are important for sexual satisfaction among older people, according to new research.

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Scientists tie walnuts to gene expressions related to breast cancer

New research links walnut consumption as a contributing factor that could suppress growth and survival of breast cancers.

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Scientists tie walnuts to gene expressions related to breast cancer

New research links walnut consumption as a contributing factor that could suppress growth and survival of breast cancers.

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Scientists tie walnuts to gene expressions related to breast cancer

New research links walnut consumption as a contributing factor that could suppress growth and survival of breast cancers.

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