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When coming off prescription or recreational opiate or opioid drugs, people may experience withdrawal symptoms. Learn about the symptoms, timeline,…
Chronic cocaine use modifies gene expression
Chronic cocaine use changes gene expression in the hippocampus, according to new research in mice.
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Lipitor is a cholesterol lowering statin that has a low risk of side effects. Learn about its side effects, warnings,…
Medical News Today: New immunotherapy shows promise against brain tumors in mice
Scientists have demonstrated a new immunotherapy that can deliver checkpoint inhibitors across the blood-brain barrier to fight glioblastoma in mice.
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Congestion causes the mass of tubes and motors that form chromosome-dividing spindles to move at full speed instead of slowing…
A comprehensive catalog of human digestive tract bacteria
The human digestive tract is home to thousands of different strains of bacteria. Many of these are beneficial, while others…
Antithrombotic Therapy for Atrial Fibrillation with Stable Coronary Disease
The use of dual antiplatelet therapy (a P2Y12 inhibitor plus aspirin) after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) reduces the risk of…
Medical News Today: Flu shot may lower death risk in people with hypertension
New research finds an association between flu vaccination and a lower death risk during flu season among people with high…
Medical News Today: Exercise may help people with cardiovascular disease the most
Researchers uncover evidence suggesting that people with cardiovascular disease reap even greater benefits from exercise than healthy individuals.