Stem cells probed as diabetes treatment

Article Abstract:

Scientists are working on cell replacement therapies that could provide long-term insulin production and regulation in individuals with type 1 diabetes, who lack insulin-secreting beta cells. Research is on to direct embryonic stem cells to form insulin-secreting beta cells and harness them to treat type 1 diabetes.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Type 1 diabetes, Insulin, Clinical report

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Farmed, wild salmon pollutants probed

Article Abstract:

Farmed salmon have significantly higher concentration of environmental contaminations such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) than their wild counterparts. However, human consumption of farmed salmon might pose risks that detract from the beneficial effects of fish consumption.

Finfish, Salmon, Finfish Fishing

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Down syndrome protein deters cancer

Article Abstract:

Down syndrome helps patients with decreased incidences of diabetic retinopathies, atheromas, and some cancers. The study conducted suggests that a protein encoded by a gene found on chromosome 21 blocks the formation of new blood vessels and reduces tumor growth.

Causes of, Cancer, Diabetic retinopathy, Protein deficiency

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