Cardiology

Artificial blood vessels could improve heart bypass outcomes

Strong, flexible, gel-like tubes—created using a novel 3D printing technology—could improve outcomes for heart bypass patients by replacing the human and synthetic veins currently used in surgery to re-route blood flow, ...

Health

Expert explains warning signs of bad circulation

Cramps, tingling and pain in the extremities can be symptoms of poor blood circulation. Left unchecked, bad circulation can turn into worse health outcomes. An expert with Baylor College of Medicine breaks down some warning ...

Oncology & Cancer

Study identifies two critical genes in pancreatic tumors

University of Toronto researchers have identified two genes that play a critical role in tumor growth in the pancreas—findings that have significant implications for understanding and treating pancreatic cancer.

Arthritis & Rheumatism

Video: Reducing thumb arthritis pain

Thousands of Americans suffer from thumb arthritis. This disorder can greatly affect daily life and can make it a struggle to do simple things like opening doors or holding objects.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Scientists pinpoint new drug target for RSV

Scientists have discovered how the dangerous respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) defuses our immune response and, in doing so, have pinpointed an exciting new target for drug developers.

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