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Scientists edit embryo genome but cast doubt on idea of 'designer babies' Scientists for the first time have successfully edited genes in human embryos to repair a common and serious disease-causing mutation, producing apparently healthy embryos, according to a study published on Wednesday.
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Scientists edit disease-causing gene mutation in human embryos (CNN) Scientists are getting one step closer to snipping inherited genetic diseases out of human offspring using a gene-editing technique called CRISPR.
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Suicides in Teen Girls Hit 40-Year High The suicide rate among teenaged girls continues to rise and hit a 40-year high in 2015, according to a new analysis released Thursday.
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CDC report: Suicide rate among teen girls at all-time high A startling report says suicides among teenage girls have spiked to an all-time high. The CDC data shows the suicide rate doubled between 2007 and 2015 for girls between the ages of 15 and 19, and it tripled between girls aged 12 to 14.
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FDA approves Mavyret for Hepatitis C The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Mavyret (glecaprevir and pibrentasvir) to treat adults with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotypes 1-6 without cirrhosis (liver disease) or with mild cirrhosis, including patients with moderate to ...
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Human embryo CRISPR advances science, but let's focus on ethics, not world firsts Just because we can edit genes in human embryos, should we? Credit: Andrii Vodolazhskyi/shutterstock. Following early reports last week that scientists had edited the DNA of human embryos, American researchers have now published their much ...
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With swift action, bystanders can reduce damage from acid attacks Should you be nearby when an acid attack takes place, you can make a real difference by acting fast. Removing contaminated clothing and washing off the acid with copious amounts of water can minimise scarring and need for surgical reconstruction, ...
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Stafford County deputy recovering after suffering accidental overdose during drug arrest STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) - A deputy in Stafford County is recovering from a possible accidental exposure to the dangerous opiate Fentanyl after collecting evidence during a drug arrest.
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FDA OKs new drug to treat all forms of hepatitis C This photo provided by AbbVie shows the drug Mavyret. On Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017, the Food and Drug Administration approved Mavyret to treat all forms of hepatitis C. The drug works in as little as eight weeks and is for patients without significant ...
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Diabetes drug could help those living with Parkinson's disease, research reveals Michael J Fox, whose foundation helped fund the research. The actor was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1991. Photograph: Michael Dwyer/AP.
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Gene editing fixes harmful mutation in human embryos WASHINGTON -- For the first time, researchers in the U.S. have safely repaired a disease-causing gene in human embryos, targeting a heart defect best known for killing young athletes -- a big step toward one day preventing a list of inherited diseases.
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Early help tied to better language skills in kids with hearing loss (Reuters Health) - Children with permanent hearing loss may develop better language skills if they get hearing aids or cochlear implants while they're still babies, an Australian study suggests.
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Letter: Ill baby was exploited for political purposes It is unfortunate that a recent letter used the tragic story of Charlie Gard as a springboard to launch an unwarranted attack on the idea of government-ensured affordable health care insurance in general, and the single-payer concept in particular.
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Mosquito Season Is Spreading Zika and West Nile Across the US When U.S. temperatures rise in the summertime, most states anticipate growth in the mosquito population, and a corresponding increase in transmission of blood-borne viruses that can cause serious illnesses.
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Remembering Charlie Gard: 3 Powerful Lessons Learned One Year After His Birth Supporters of Charlie Gard protested outside the High Court after the verdict was announced July 24, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images).
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Over the Counter Hearing Aid Legislation Passes U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.), Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.
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West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes at two Henrico locations HENRICO, Va. - West Nile virus has been detected in Henrico County, officials confirmed. County officials said they will be inspecting roadside ditches and pipes within the county right of way.
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Men's sexist attitudes 'shaped by first exposure to pornography' The age at which a male first sees pornography is associated with certain sexist attitudes later in life, according to a team of researchers from the University of Nebraska.
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CRISPR skin grafts could replace insulin injections for diabetes Genetically modified skin grafts have protected mice from developing diabetes, suggesting the technique may help people with the condition.
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Survey shows nearly half of people using CBD stopped taking prescriptions, traditional medications New survey results about a well-known compound in cannabis are providing doctors with some exciting information. Conducted by HelloMD, an online community of doctors and cannabis patients, and Brightfield Group, the survey asked 2,400 of HelloMD's ...
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Engineered Skin Cells Control Type 2 Diabetes in Mice: Study THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists have created genetically altered skin cells that may control type 2 diabetes in lab mice.
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Hundreds of mosquitoes being tested in Kalamazoo KALAMAZOO, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) - Right now in Kalamazoo, hundreds of mosquitoes are being tested for the Zika virus. Health department workers haven't found a case anywhere in the county so far, but the state's still worried the virus could make its ...
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Drug used to reverse opioid overdoses now available to the public Paramedics have long reached for a medication in their arsenal to save people from drug overdoses: Narcan, or naloxone. "Narcan is lifesaving medicine used to reverse opioid overdoses, whether it's intentional or accidental," Rick Benson said.
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Acid attack bystanders can make a real difference if they act fast, say experts Educating the public to act quickly after an acid attack can minimise injury and substantially improve outcomes for victims, say experts in The BMJ today.
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Acid attacks lead London emergency doctors to call for public awareness Acid is an appealing alternative to guns and knives for gang violence because it is an unrestricted substance: It is easy to get, and can be carried legally in large quantities without a license.
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Is it time to replace that germy kitchen sponge? If you can't remember the last time you changed your kitchen sponge, new research suggests it's time to toss it. In a finding sure to make you shudder, researchers say kitchen sponges host more germs than anywhere in the entire house, including toilets.
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Hot yoga classes reduce emotional eating and negative thoughts Yoga seems to reduce symptoms of depression, including focusing on negative feelings and emotional eating, suggesting the practice may be a useful complement to talking therapies and antidepressant drugs.
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New Study Says Cleaning Your Kitchen Sponge Isn't Effective If we've learned anything about kitchen sponges, it's that they're usually packed full of mold and bacteria. Unfortunately, it turns out washing them won't help.
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How Cannabis Helped A 72-Year-Old Fibromyalgia Patient Get Off Opiates 72-year-old Oregon resident weans herself off painkillers with the help of CBD-rich cannabis. By: Project CBD. Aug 03, 2017. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit LinkedIn Email.
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Cases of blindness to rise to 115 million by 2050 The number of cases of blindness is predicted to rise to 115 million by 2050, according to new research just published in The Lancet Global Health.
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Big Latch On marks breastfeeding week Local mothers attend the Rotorua Big Latch On event at The Harvest Centre. Photo/Stephen Parker. Georgina Harris. By: Georgina Harris.
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Ohio fails on cancer-control policies, study finds Ohio was highly criticized in the report for not prohibiting minors from using tanning beds. [Adam Cairns/Dispatch file photo]. By JoAnne Viviano The Columbus Dispatch.
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Mississippi officers to carry drug overdose antidote Mississippi State Troopers and other state law enforcement officers will begin carrying an overdose antidote, Gov. Phil Bryant announced Thursday, following the release of a state task force report on how to combat opioid and heroin abuse and overdoses.
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Emerging Treatments for HER2-positive Early-stage Breast Cancer: Focus on Neratinib Abstract: Over the last decades, a better understanding of breast cancer heterogeneity provided tools for a biologically based personalization of anticancer treatments.
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Mouse Model Offers New Insight on Zika Transmission (Scientific Reports A new mouse model may hold clues in how the Zika virus is transmitted both from pregnant mice to their fetuses, as well as sexually from males to females, researchers found.
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Addiction Drug Underused by Primary Care Docs in US THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Many doctors aren't making full use of a medication that can wean people off addiction to heroin and prescription painkillers, according to results of a new survey.
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Why Extended Breastfeeding Is Awesome, Not Weird I was hoping to make it to one year, but that milestone came and went, and my daughter was still nursing like a champ. 08/03/2017 09:34 am ET | Updated 12 hours ago.
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Scientists treat diabetes and obesity with genetically altered skin grafts A group of scientists have used CRISPR-gene editing methods to create a skin graft capable of reducing the symptoms of diabetes and obesity in mice.
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Greitens' plan to equip troopers with opioid overdose drug raises funding questions In his push against the opioid epidemic, Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens last month signed an executive order that would equip Missouri state troopers with an anti-overdose drug.
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Yoga May Help Ease Depression THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- If you've ever taken a yoga class, you probably know that it can help relax your body and your mind.
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Acid victim left with no eyelids describes the 'tortuous' aftermath of his attack and calls for 20-year sentences Victims of acid attacks in Britain are calling on the government to enforce longer prison sentences and tighten controls on the sale of corrosive substances after a jump in the number of cases last year and in 2017.
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Blowing out birthday candles increases bacteria on cake — by a lot Those colorful candles burning brightly atop a birthday cake may look lovely, but apparently blowing them out has some pretty disgusting side effects, researchers say.
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The right amount of alcohol can fend off dementia A study by American researchers found moderate to heavy drinkers are more likely to live to the age of 85 without suffering dementia or cognitive impairments compared to other non-drinkers.
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US launches opioid fraud and detection unit (Reuters) - U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions unveiled on Wednesday a plan to go after doctors and pharmacies suspected of healthcare fraud by over-prescribing and unbridled distribution of addictive pain medications known as opioids.
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Breast cancer patients could be spared debilitating side effects with targeted treatment, five year study shows Breast cancer patients could be spared debilitating side effects by only targeting the tumour site with radiation, a major study has found.
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