'Stem cell clinics are an area of risk': A conversation with Peter Zandstra, recently named ...
The Canadian scientist's latest research is focused on figuring out how stem cells from umbilical cord blood can replace stem cell transplants.
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The Right Chemistry: Moderate wine consumption and your health
While there are conflicting studies about whether moderate wine consumption is good for your coronary health, it's a carcinogen.
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Chronic cannabis smoking associated with central nervous system abnormalities
Findings from the study conducted on mice “may help develop novel treatments for prevention of some neurological abnormalities.”
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Blood tests show signs of brain damage after space flight
Research suggests long spans of time spent in space can cause significant changes to the brain and central nervous system.
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Widely used pain killer linked to risk taking: 'They just don't feel as scared'
Acetaminophen, an over-the-counter medicine sold under brand names Tylenol and Panadol, may have unintended effects on users' psychology
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Smart bras, molecular imaging and genome sequencing: Innovations take on breast cancer
The goal is to refine screening approaches for the general population. Right now, women turn 50 and start having mammograms.
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Obituary: 'Unsung hero' of science laid the ground work for epoch DNA discovery
June Lindsey, who died in Ottawa earlier this month at the age of 99, is considered by some to be one of the unsung heroes of science.
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Are antiviral pills to treat COVID safe and effective?
They are antiviral drugs that theoretically can be used in many different viruses.
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The dangers of antimicrobial drug resistance must not be ignored
For patients, the consequences of antimicrobial resistance can manifest in horrifying ways.
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How Sask.'s COVID-19 modellers stay a step ahead of the virus
"People mistake models as crystal balls. They’re actually tools for more quickly pointing out our mistaken understanding."
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What is sotrovimab? An Alberta physician explains how the new COVID-19 drug approved by Health ...
This should not be considered a substitute for vaccination.
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The Right Chemistry: Reflecting on mirror-image molecules
Some items, like pairs of gloves or shoes, actually exist as non-superimposable mirror images. So do some molecules.
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