Key gene behind hallmark of Lou Gehrig’s disease identified

Blocking protein curbs memory loss in old mice

Biomarker for chronic fatigue syndrome identified

E-cigarette use, flavorings may increase heart disease risk, study finds

The flavoring liquid for electronic cigarettes may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease when inhaled

Researchers develop synthetic proteins that rewire cancer cells by co-opting critical disease-associated pathways while also sparing healthy tissue

Brain response to mom’s voice differs in kids with autism

Common opioids less effective for patients on SSRI antidepressants - Patients taking the most common form of antidepressants, including Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft and Celexa, experience less pain relief on opioids like codeine and hydrocodone…

Lax state gun laws linked to more child, teen gun deaths

Babies born to fathers of an “advanced paternal age,” which roughly equates to older than 35, were at a higher risk for adverse birth outcomes, such as low birth weight, seizures and need for ventilation immediately after birth, finds a new Stanford study in the BMJ (n = 40,529,905).