Archive: 08/12/2013
Gene CUX1 discovered to play part in one per cent of all cancers
Researchers have identified a gene that drives the development of tumours in over one per cent of all cancer patients. This is the first time that the gene CUX1 has been broadly linked to cancer development.
Dec 8, 2013
New insights into pathophysiology of sickle cell disease and thalassemia may help improve care
New research presented today during the 55th American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition in New Orleans uncovers several important insights into the pathophysiology of sickle cell disease and thalassemia ...
Dec 8, 2013
Novel drug regimen can improve stem cell transplantation outcomes
Adding bortezomib (Velcade) to standard preventive therapy for graft-versus-host-disease (GVHD) results in improved outcomes for patients receiving stem-cell transplants from mismatched and unrelated donors, according to ...
Dec 8, 2013
Targeted treatment can significantly reduce relapse in children with AML leukemia
The addition of a monoclonal antibody called gemtuzumab combined with standard chemotherapy has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of relapse and increase rates of disease-free survival in pediatric patients with ...
Dec 8, 2013
Majority of epilepsy surgery patients enjoy improvement in their physical and social well-being
The majority of epilepsy patients who have brain surgery to treat their disorder are satisfied with the results in reducing epilepsy-related seizures and improving their psychological and social well-being.
Dec 8, 2013
Calif. health exchange shares data without consent
The California health exchange is giving the names of tens of thousands of consumers to insurance agents without their knowledge.
Dec 8, 2013