Extinction of Alpine plants may remain undetectable for a long time

How do alpine plants react to warmer climatic conditions? Due to their longevity, the plants may…

MRSA blood infections are less fatal in kids, but cause significant complications

Children with bloodstream infections caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a common antibiotic-resistant bacteria, are less…

Some lung cancer patients benefit from immunotherapy even after disease progression

Some advanced lung cancer patients benefit from immunotherapy even after the disease has progressed as evaluated…

White blood cell count predicts response to lung cancer immunotherapy

White blood cell counts can predict whether or not lung cancer patients will benefit from immunotherapy,…

Study examines ‘watch-and-wait’ approach for people with rectal cancer

New study suggests a select group of patients with rectal cancer who undergo chemotherapy and radiation…

New microscopic technique could help detect, diagnose metastatic melanomas

The fight against skin cancer just got a new weapon. Researchers have devised a new tool…

Prolonged military-style training causes changes to intestinal bacteria, increases inflammation

A new study finds that long periods of physiological stress can change the composition of microorganisms…

For people with Down Syndrome, varying test results can make it harder to get the right vision prescription

Even objective, automated vision testing—using a device called an autorefractor—gives variable results in patients with Down…

Wood filter removes toxic dye from water

Engineers have developed a new use for wood: to filter water. Scientists added nanoparticles to wood,…

New research shows illegal levels of arsenic found in baby foods

Almost half of baby rice food products contain illegal levels of inorganic arsenic despite new regulations…