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New kidney research sheds light on harms of certain drugs

Scientists have identified an enzyme that is a “master regulator” of kidney function that if excessively suppressed, can trigger renal failure. Their findings have implications for the use of existing drugs and the development of new pharmaceuticals. As reported in Nature Communications, a global research team led by the University of Bristol studied how the activity… Read More: New kidney research sheds light on harms of certain drugs »

Teabag-like device lets women incubate IVF embryos in their uteruses

The success rate of IVF is less than 30 per cent per cycleJochen Tack / Alamy Stock Photo By Clare Wilson A woman’s own uterus could be used as an incubator for her IVF embryos before they are removed and chosen for pregnancy. There are early signs that the method could give higher pregnancy rates… Read More: Teabag-like device lets women incubate IVF embryos in their uteruses »

Buyer beware: How bargains being offered by supermarkets are often bad for your health

Stock image Buyer beware: How bargains being offered by supermarkets are often bad for your health Independent.ie More than a third of products on special offer in Irish supermarkets are high in fat, sugar or salt, according to new research. https://www.independent.ie/business/personal-finance/buyer-beware-how-bargains-being-offered-by-supermarkets-are-often-bad-for-your-health-37735574.html https://www.independent.ie/business/irish/article37735076.ece/06691/AUTOCROP/h342/2019-01-15_bus_47191972_I1.JPG Email More than a third of products on special offer in Irish supermarkets… Read More: Buyer beware: How bargains being offered by supermarkets are often… »