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Research Sheds Light on Causes of Parkinson's
Mon Nov 16, 2009, 06:40
Gene mutations linked to both common and rarer hereditary forms of disease.
News Topics : Parkinson's, Neurology, Nerve Disorders, Genetic Disorders, Brain


Families Could Benefit From Gene Tests in Sudden Cardiac Death Victims
Mon Nov 16, 2009, 06:37
Identifying mutation in deceased cuts costs for evaluating risk in relatives, study shows.
News Topics : Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc, Health Costs, Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Death & Dying: Misc


Gene Therapy for Fatal Brain Disorder 'Just the Beginning'
Thu Nov 05, 2009, 14:00
Pioneering work may offer hope for patients with adrenoleukodystrophy.
News Topics : Kids: Misc, Genetic Disorders, Gene Therapy, Diseases & Conditions: Misc, Death & Dying: Misc, Brain


Gene Therapy Offers Hope for Severe Hereditary Eye Disease
Sat Oct 24, 2009, 14:00
Youngest patients have best chance at some visual recovery, research suggests.
News Topics : Therapy & Procedures: Misc, Research & Development, Genetic Disorders, Gene Therapy, Eye / Vision Problems: Misc, Diseases & Conditions: Misc


Anesthesia, Exertional Heat Deaths May Be Linked
Fri Oct 23, 2009, 16:00
Malignant hyperthermia occurs with extreme exercise, not just surgery, researchers find.
News Topics : Surgery: Misc, Heat- / Sunstroke, Genetic Disorders, Exercise: Misc, Death & Dying: Misc


Transplant May Treat Metabolic Disorders in Womb
Fri Oct 16, 2009, 16:00
Cord-blood stem cells given early in pregnancy might save infants most at risk, researchers say.
News Topics : Surgery: Misc, Stem Cells, Pregnancy, Organ Transplants, Infant / Child Care, Genetic Disorders, Birth


Breast Cancer Gene Tied to Diagnosis at Younger Age
Fri Oct 16, 2009, 14:00
Researchers concerned that disease may be developing earlier.
News Topics : Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Cancer: Misc, Cancer: Breast, Age


Are Commercial Genetic Tests Worth Taking?
Wed Oct 14, 2009, 09:00
Experts cautious about validity, usefulness of some on the market.
News Topics : Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Diseases & Conditions: Misc


Gene Mutation May Speed Learning
Mon Oct 12, 2009, 16:00
Finding might yield insights into diseases like Parkinson's, experts say.
News Topics : Research & Development, Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Brain


Potential Pieces of Autism Puzzle Revealed
Wed Oct 07, 2009, 14:00
Researchers identify possible genetic links, but urge further study.
News Topics : Research & Development, Genetics, Genetic Disorders, DNA, Autism


Gene Mutation Linked to Fever-Induced Seizures
Fri Sep 18, 2009, 14:00
Finding could lead to better treatment options, study suggests.
News Topics : Seizures, Kids: Misc, Kids' Ailments, Infant / Child Care, Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Epilepsy


Alzheimer's Gene Affects Brains of Young Adults
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 17:00
Finding might help predict who's susceptible to the disease, study says.
News Topics : Memory Problems, Imaging Devices, Genetic Disorders, Brain, Alzheimer's


New Technique Offers Hope for Kids With Immune Deficiency
Wed Sep 02, 2009, 09:00
Stem-cell transplant without chemo can help avoid treatment toxicity, research shows.
News Topics : Stem Cells, Radiation, Kids' Ailments, Immune Disorders, Genetic Disorders, Chemotherapy, Birth Defects: Misc


Genetic Clues May Lead to New Skin Cancer Therapies
Mon Aug 31, 2009, 09:00
Mutant genes linked to melanoma could be targets for treatment, researchers say.
News Topics : Therapy & Procedures: Misc, Research & Development, National Institues of Health, Genetic Disorders, Cancer: Skin, Cancer: Misc


Benji, Marley or Bo: Three Genes Dictate Dog's Coat
Thu Aug 27, 2009, 17:00
Findings could have implications for study of human genetics and disease.
News Topics : Pets And Health, Genetic Disorders, Gene Therapy


Gene Linked to Inherited Kidney Disease Found
Fri Aug 21, 2009, 14:00
Researchers already testing potential treatment.
News Topics : Kidney Problems: Misc, Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Clinical Trials


New Drug Approved for Gaucher Disease
Tue Aug 18, 2009, 11:45
An inherited metabolic disorder
News Topics : Genetic Disorders, Food & Drug Administration, Drug Approvals


Genetic Discovery May Improve Hepatitis C Treatment
Mon Aug 17, 2009, 09:00
Finding will help predict patient response to therapy, researchers say.
News Topics : Research & Development, Infections: Misc, Hepatitis, Genetics, Genetic Disorders, DNA


Gene Therapy Offers Hope Against Inherited Blindness
Wed Aug 12, 2009, 17:00
Injection under retina may allow increased light sensitivity, research suggests.
News Topics : Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Gene Therapy, Eye / Vision Problems: Misc, Blindness


Genome Sequencing Gets More Affordable
Tue Aug 11, 2009, 06:00
Stanford researcher says he completed the task for $50,000
News Topics : Genetics, Genetic Disorders, DNA

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Stifled Anger at Work Doubles Men's Risk for Heart Attack - Nov 23, 2009, 19:00
More open on-the-job interaction might ease the problem, researchers say.

Women Should Ignore New Mammogram Guideline, Ex-NIH Chief Says - Nov 23, 2009, 16:00
Dr. Bernadine Healy, first woman to head the agency, said lives could be at risk.

Vioxx Problems Known Years Before Recall - Nov 23, 2009, 16:00
Study points up weaknesses of drug approval process in United States, researcher says.

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One in Four Teen Girls Have STDs - Nov 23, 2009, 12:00
Almost 20 percent get infected within one year of starting to have sex, CDC report says.







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