Oncology & Cancer
AI helps identify cancer risk factors
A novel study from the University of South Australia has identified a range of metabolic biomarkers that could help predict the risk of cancer.
Aug 31, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Delayed umbilical cord clamping benefits babies. Cord blood donation could help others
While blood from a newborn's umbilical cord was once considered a waste product, it's now known that it contains stem cells. These cells can be used for cord blood transplants, including for specific genetic and hematologic ...
Jul 26, 2022
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Medical research
Researchers describe characteristic behaviors of erythropoietin-producing kidney cells
A research team at Kyoto University has revealed characteristic behaviors of erythropoietin (Epo)-producing cells. Epo is a hormone produced by the kidney that stimulates red blood cell production. The discovery provides ...
Jun 15, 2022
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Health
Action needed on vitamin B12 deficiency in people following plant-based diets
Plant-based diets (vegetarian or vegan) are becoming significantly more popular as people look to adopt a diet that is seen to be better for the environment, animal welfare, and/or personal health. Sales of plant-based foods ...
Jan 6, 2022
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Health
Changing diets mean more Americans are anemic now
(HealthDay)—Growing numbers of Americans aren't getting enough iron in their diets most likely due to changes in farming practices and a shift away from red meat, researchers report.
Aug 4, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New study may help explain low oxygen levels in COVID-19 patients
A new study published in the journal Stem Cell Reports by University of Alberta researchers is shedding light on why many COVID-19 patients, even those not in hospital, are suffering from hypoxia—a potentially dangerous ...
Jun 2, 2021
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Health
Protein and vitamins key to healthy vegan, vegetarian diets
f you're becoming vegetarian or vegan, know that you'll have to beef up your diet in other ways, says a University of Alberta dietitian.
Feb 5, 2018
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Cardiology
New research suggests not all trans fatty acids are bad for you
New evidence suggests that low levels of trans fatty acids (TFAs) may not be as harmful to human health as previously thought, even if industrially produced, and may even be beneficial if they occur naturally in foods such ...
Sep 22, 2015
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Health
Nutritional needs during pregnancy and breastfeeding
March is National Nutrition Month, which makes this a good time to learn about your nutritional needs during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Mar 17, 2023
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