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An experimental study led by Pompeu Fabra University describes the mechanism whereby insulinomas, a rare type of neuroendocrine tumour that affects pancreatic beta cells. According to the study, insulinomas are the result of the accumulation of rare mutations that lead to a homogeneous change in the epigenetic profile of pancreatic beta cells. This profile change causes beta cells to express unusually high levels of oncogenes, growth and transcription factors, and genes related to insulin production.

A study led by UPF describes how insulinomas, a rare type of pancreatic beta cell tumor, form

How would you summarize your study for a lay audience?. We set out to identify genes that are commonly expressed in CD8+ T cells, killer immune cells that can drive anti-tumor immunity, across many types of human cancers. Our goal was to uncover new therapeutic targets, which could inform novel treatment strategies that could benefit many patients. To do this, we developed a novel mathematical method that can be applied to data from many types of cancers.

Research spotlight: Identifying genes to prolong an anti-tumor immune response

Some weird signs of iron deficiency include developing a craving for ice or clay, an overwhelming urge to move the legs, and hair loss. However, iron deficiency can cause a range of symptoms. Iron deficiency describes when a person does not have enough iron in their body. When iron levels...

5 weird signs of iron deficiency

Smoking and vaping have become prevalent habits, globally impacting millions of people. While both activities are often seen as means to relax or socialize, their effects on lung health are significant and potentially devastating. Understanding how smoking and vaping impact your lungs is crucial for making informed decisions about your health. In this article, we will explore the various ways these habits affect lung function, increase the risk of diseases, and what you can do to protect your respiratory health.

How vaping affects the lungs

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The 5 Biggest Early Warning Signs Of Liver Damage

New techniques improve accuracy — and patients’ lives. Radiation therapy has been around since the beginning of the 20th century, when Marie and Pierre Curie began experiments on the impacts of radium on human cells. But if you’re familiar with Marie Curie, you may also know that she died from a condition caused by long-term exposure to radiation. And if you find that confusing, you’re not alone: Radiation damages and destroys cells… but that includes cancer cells.

Getting Radiation Therapy? Here’s What You Should Know

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NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

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Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful, if you were watching earlier this week when Tom Star (Clint Howard died), you know that Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) did not honor her Hippocratic Oath as a physician to "do no harm".

The Bold and the Beautiful shocker: Dr. Li Finnegan broke her Hippocratic Oath by watching Tom die

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Lung cancer is often associated with cigarette smoking, but various other factors can contribute to the development of this disease. Understanding these factors is crucial for prevention and early detection. This article explores several causes of lung cancer beyond cigarette smoking, providing insights into how each factor plays a role in increasing the risk.

What causes lung cancer other than cigarettes?

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Donna Bointon, 46, started experiencing symptoms of an infected toe nail five years before being diagnosed with a rare type of skin cancer called acral melanoma. Now, the mom of two from Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, is sharing her story to help others understand skin cancer warning signs as the melanoma she was diagnosed with "changed her life."

Mom, 46, Has Infected Toenail Turn Out To Be Melanoma: ‘It Has Changed My Life, But I Can Cope’

Anemia can damage tissue in the eye, causing a range of symptoms. These might include discoloration, pale eyelids, hemorrhages, and eye test findings called cotton wool spots and Roth spots. Anemia occurs when the body cannot produce enough healthy red blood cells (RBCs). This typically occurs due to a shortage...

How might anemia affect the eyes?

Blood cells are tiny superheroes in your body, working tirelessly to keep you alive and healthy. Ever wondered what makes these microscopic warriors so special? Red blood cells carry oxygen from your lungs to every part of your body, while white blood cells fight off infections and keep you safe from harmful invaders. Then there are platelets, the unsung heroes that help your blood clot when you get a cut. These cells are fascinating, and their roles are crucial for your survival. Ready to learn some amazing facts about these tiny but mighty components of your blood? Let's dive in!

13 Best Facts About Blood Cells

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NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Women — but not men — who often smoke weed face a significantly higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to women who don’t use cannabis, a new study out of France finds.

Nearly 122,000 Brits were asked to fill out a questionnaire about their lifetime marijuana habits. The participants were divided into three groups — low users (they had smoked 10 times or less); moderate users (11-100 times); and heavy users (daily or near-daily use for at least a few months).

“Heavy cannabis users were more likely to be younger, report tobacco use, and show lower levels of alcohol...

Women who frequently smoke pot face higher risk of death from heart disease: study

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Compulsive eating and obesity may be triggered by a specific gut bacteria, suggests a new study—and the breakthrough may lead to new treatments to address the problem of food addiction. The bacteria identified by an international research team is associated with both humans and mice developing an addiction to...

Specific Gut Bacteria That Triggers Compulsive Eating Identified by Scientists Who Also Found Bacteria to Prevent it

Pernicious anemia is an autoimmune condition in which the body cannot absorb vitamin B12 properly. A person with pernicious anemia requires lifelong vitamin B12 supplementation. Vitamin B12 is essential for various bodily processes, including the ability to think, produce energy, and keep the nervous system functioning. Pernicious anemia can lead...

What vitamin do people with pernicious anemia need?

Clifton, NJ

Newark, NJ – Evangelos Megariotis, a 72-year-old orthopedic surgeon from Clifton, admitted to multiple counts of unlawfully prescribing pain medications to his patients. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the guilty plea today.

Surgeon Guilty of Illegal Narcotic Prescriptions, Faces 20 Years

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Centenarians have become the fastest-growing demographic group in the world, with numbers approximately doubling every 10 years since the 1970s.Many researchers have sought out the factors and contributors that determine a long and healthy life. The dissolution isn't new either, with Plato and Aristotle writing about the ageing process over 2,300 years ago.Understanding what is behind living a longer life involves unravelling the complex interplay of genetic predisposition and lifestyle factors and how they interact.In a recent study published in GeroScience, researches have unveiled common biomarkers, including levels of cholesterol and glucose, in people who live past 90.The study is...

Scientists discover that people who live past 90 have key differences in their blood

A common infection-causing bacteria was much less likely to evolve antibiotic resistance when treated with a mixture of antimicrobial peptides rather than a single peptide, making these mixtures a viable strategy for developing new antibiotic treatments. Jens Rolff of the Freie Universitat Berlin, Germany, and colleagues report these findings in a new study publishing July 2nd in the open-access journal PLOS Biology.

Treatment with a mixture of antimicrobial peptides can impede antibiotic resistance

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UV radiation damage leads to ribosome roadblocks, causing early skin cell death

In a recent study, researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine suggest the cell’s messenger RNA (mRNA) — the major translator and regulator of genetic material — along...

UV radiation damage leads to ribosome roadblocks, causing early skin cell death

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