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Study finds two genes affect anxiety, behavior in mice with too much MeCP2

The anxiety and behavioral issues associated with excess MeCP2 protein result from overexpression of two genes (Crh [corticotropin-releasing hormone] and Oprm 1 [mu-opioid receptor MOR 1]), which may point the way to treating ...

Genetics Jan 08, 2012 | 4.5 / 5 (2) | 0 |

Report highlights child deaths from post-surgery codeine use

(HealthDay) -- Researchers have identified three previously unreported instances of severe opioid-induced toxicity in children following adenotonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, according to ...

Sleep apnea Apr 09, 2012 | not rated yet | 0