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MicroRNA Acts As Genetic Switch For Breast Cancer Spread
Queensland scientists have identified a genetic “switch” that indicates whether a woman’s breast cancer will spread.
Depression-Linked Death And Disability Lowest In Japan
A study reveals that the rates of death and disability attributable to depression are highest in Afghanistan and lowest in Japan.
Chiropractic Treatments Under Review In Large-Scale Study
Researchers have conducted a large study on the health reasons people visit chiropractors and the care chiropractors provide.
Traditional Japanese Pickle Called Suguki May Protect Against Flu
Bacteria found in a traditional Japanese pickle can prevent infection by the flu virus in mice, according to a new study.
Zinc Starves Deadly Streptococcus Bacteria: Study
A new study shows that zinc can 'starve' one of the world's most deadly bacteria by preventing its uptake of an essential metal.
Bilingualism May Delay Onset Of Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease
People who speak more than one language and develop dementia tend to do so up to five years later than those who are monolingual, according to a study.
Wip1 Phosphatase Target May Help Nip Cancer In The Bud
A*STAR scientists have discovered that the enzyme Wip1 phosphatase may be a potential target to halt the progression of cancer.
A*STAR, AstraZeneca To Develop Gram-Negative Antibacterials
A*STAR has signed an agreement with biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca to develop new drugs to treat gram-negative bacterial infections.
Consumers More Likely To Buy Discounted Items… Regardless Of Final Price
Discounting retail items reduces the tendency to shop around, which leads to less competitive outcomes and potentially higher prices, says a study.
