Flu season always takes a toll, making millions sick and claiming thousands of lives in the U.S. each year. But this year’s flu outbreak is shaping up to be a particularly bad one, having already spread to at least 46 states with a highly dangerous strain that poses a serious threat to the elderly and […]
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Have you been naughty or nice to your body this year?
As Santa prepares his sleigh for another trip around the world, it’s probably time to look at our own bellies (bowl full of jelly, anyone?) and think about how naughty we’ve been this year. “New Year’s is usually the time for making resolutions, but before I can decide what I’m doing next year, I need […]
Controlling a protein may help prevent cancer from spreading
An OMRF scientist has identified a method for controlling a protein known to help cancer cells spread in the body. The findings could have implications not only for treating cancer but also for diabetes and other conditions in which the protein, known as VEGFR3, may be involved. In a research study published in the journal Science Signaling, OMRF’s […]
