Archive: 23/01/2017
Scientists say mom's cervical bacterial may be key to preventing premature birth
A team of researchers that has confirmed the presence of bacteria in a woman's vagina and cervix may either increase the risk of premature birth or have a protective effect against it, has won the March of Dimes Award for ...
Jan 23, 2017
A single episode of high fat intake injures liver metabolism
Diets that are consistently high in saturated fat are linked to the development of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and insulin resistance, but it's not clear how high fat foods initiate the changes that lead to disease.
Jan 23, 2017
New PET imaging technique may help monitor neurological disease progression
Olfactory neurons in the nasal cavity are the primary source of our sense of smell. Unlike many types of neurons, olfactory neurons are continuously generated throughout the adult lifespan. This uniquely high rate of neuronal ...
Jan 23, 2017