Protein target may hold the key to longevity, research showsWhile developing an investigational drug, researchers created TRAP-1-knockout mice, which had reduced susceptibility to age-related pathologies.…
Anticholinergic drugs impair cognitive and physical function in the elderly Analysis from a systematic review of 46 studies indicates that drugs with anticholinergic properties have a significant adverse effect on cognitive and physical function.…
In-utero exposure to gestational diabetes linked to glucose intolerance in later life Research strengthens the theory that gestational diabetes may lead to altered glucose metabolism in the offspring.…
Caerulein induces β-cells to regenerate within pancreas Injecting caerulein into the pancreas stimulates β-cell transdifferentiation from existing α-cells pointing to new treatment strategy for diabetes.…
Facial expressions can help emergency diagnosis Study shows patients with serious cardiopulmonary disorders have a narrower range of facial expressions.…
Protein identified that increases resistance to chemotherapy Researchers from Barts Cancer Institute have identified a role for endothelial Focal Adhesion Kinase (FAK) in regulating tumour chemosensitivity.…
Scientists engineer ‘α-sheet’ to neutralise amyloid proteins Researchers have confirmed the existence of a toxic intermediary in the development of amyloid proteins and have designed a protein to neutralise it.…
Community pharmacists identify people at risk of diabetesPharmacists can identify patients who have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, research by the University of East Anglia and Boots UK confirms.…
Personal contact from pharmacist enhances patients’ adherence to medicinesInterventions that include counselling by a pharmacist help patients with cardiovascular diseases adhere to their medicines, UK research shows.…
Pharmacy-led asthma service helps patients Service provided by pharmacists in Australia help patients manage conditions.…
