NIH Researchers Stop Blood Vessel, Tumor Growth in Mice
Scientists at NIH and other institutions have devised a new strategy to stop tumors from developing the new blood vessels they need to grow.
Blood Test Method May Predict AD Protein in Brain
Researchers report an advance in the development of a blood test that could help detect pathological Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in people who are showing signs of dementia.
New Coronavirus Stable for Hours on Surfaces
The virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is stable for several hours to days in aerosols and on surfaces, according to a new study.
NIH Clinical Trial of Vaccine for COVID-19 Begins
A phase 1 clinical trial evaluating an investigational vaccine designed to protect against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has begun at Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute in Seattle.
Extreme Temperatures Could Increase Preterm Birth Risk
Extreme hot or cold temperatures during pregnancy may increase the risk of preterm birth, according to a study published in Environmental Health Perspectives by NIH researchers.
Nondrug Approaches Effective for Treatment of Common Pain Conditions
Data from a review of U.S.-based clinical trials published Sept. 1 in Mayo Clinic Proceedings suggest that yoga, tai chi and other complementary health approaches may help manage common pain conditions.
HPV Vaccine Safely Evokes Immune Response in Women Who Had Stem Cell Transplant
The HPV vaccine provides a safe, robust immune response against HPV in reproductive-aged women who have had a stem cell transplant, according to a recent small, multi-institute study at the Clinical Center.
Irregular Sleep Patterns Double Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Older Adults
Older adults with irregular sleep patterns are nearly twice as likely to develop cardiovascular disease as those with more regular sleep patterns, according to a new study.
NIH-Funded Tissue Chips Push New Boundaries in Space
NIH-supported research teams sent tiny, bioengineered models of human organs hurtling toward the International Space Station ISS National Lab. Through these experiments, researchers hope to learn more about human health back on Earth.