The good news is that scientists found ways to protect Fas Ligand from plasmin. By blocking plasmin or making Fas Ligand stronger, the immune system can once again kill cancer cells. This opens up new ideas for improving cancer treatments by combining them with plasmin-blocking drugs or special antibodies.
Category: Health & Fitness
UN health agency warns every hour, 100 people die of loneliness-related causes
UN health agency warns every hour, 100 people die of loneliness-related causes
HPV behind growing cancer cases in young Indians, experts call for vaccination drive
Unlike other cancers that develop over decades, HPV-related cancers in young people often progress rapidly and silently.
WHO report says tobacco control efforts protect three-quarters of the world’s population
A new WHO report says tobacco control efforts protect three-quarters of the world’s population
Alcohol-related liver disease deaths rising sharply among women and young adults
The study attributes the increase to higher alcohol consumption during the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as a rise in health conditions such as obesity and high blood pressure.
Women on nightshifts face greater risk of moderate to severe asthma: Study
The research, published in ERJ Open Research, found that women who worked only nightshifts were around 50 percent more likely to suffer from moderate or severe asthma than women who worked only during the day.
Daily almonds may boost heart and gut health: Study
The research, conducted by scientists at Oregon State University in the United States, showed that daily almond consumption led to signs of better heart and gut health.
Social, economic barriers are factors leading to global fertility crisis: UN Report
The global fertility slump isn’t down to young people turning their backs on parenthood
Late-life depression may signal early dementia, study finds
The study involved 52 people with late-life mood disorders and 47 healthy individuals. The researchers used advanced brain scans to detect abnormal tau protein and amyloid deposits in the brain.
Study finds link between air pollution and premature birth
A new study found that exposure to the tiny particles in air pollution during pregnancy can disrupt maternal metabolism
