Archive: 30/09/2020

Statins' unique effectiveness in preventing heart disease

Statins, a class of drugs that lowers the level of cholesterol in the blood by reducing the production of cholesterol by the liver, are the first line of defense in preventing and treating cardiovascular disease. Statins ...

Sep 30, 2020

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First man cured of HIV dies of cancer: charity

The first person to be cured of HIV, Timothy Ray Brown—known as the "Berlin Patient"—has died after a battle with cancer, the International Aids Society (IAS) announced Wednesday.

Sep 30, 2020

At home: Making the most of lighting can keep moods lifted

Sunset is arriving noticeably earlier, meaning less mood-lifting daylight for everyone. The weather is turning colder, so we'll soon spend even more time cooped up inside the homes where we've huddled, and sometimes completely ...

Sep 30, 2020

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Study: Neanderthal genes are a liability for COVID patients

Scientists say genes that some people have inherited from their Neanderthal ancestors may increase their likelihood of suffering severe forms of COVID-19.

Sep 30, 2020

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New tricks? When COVID forces a bridge club online, what becomes of their community?

Physical distancing measures during the first COVID-19 outbreak led to the closure of libraries, theaters, gyms, cafes and community centers across Australia. Venues like these are known as "third places".

Sep 30, 2020

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A first in-depth look at the latent virus reservoir of individuals living with HIV

The latent reservoir is the last bastion of HIV's resistance to a cure. But it is difficult to destroy because it is invisible: the cells in the reservoir harbor virus that is dormant, so they don't have any viral proteins ...

Sep 30, 2020

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How to reduce COVID-19 risk at the beach or the pool

Australians are emerging from winter and, where possible, enjoying trips to beaches and public pools. Beach-side picnics, barbecues and get-togethers are back on the cards for many of us.

Sep 30, 2020

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Assisted dying referendum: People at the end of their lives say it offers a 'good death'

According to the latest 1 News Colmar Brunton poll, almost two-thirds of New Zealanders are planning to vote yes in the upcoming referendum on assisted dying.

Sep 30, 2020

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New research sheds light on why tumor cells become resistant to chemotherapy

A team of University of Alberta researchers has identified a new mechanism through which tumor cells become resistant to chemotherapy—a discovery that could lead to better treatments for women with breast cancer.

Sep 30, 2020

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Concealed cardiomyopathies revealed in cardiac arrest survivors

Centenary Institute researchers have discovered that genetic testing can identify "concealed cardiomyopathies" in nearly a quarter of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) survivors who seem to have a normal heart.

Sep 30, 2020

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