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Lab-grown stem cells could replace blood donations
Posted in Science on 21st May, 2017
by Alex Muller
Cancer patients could someday sidestep waiting for bone marrow transplants.
Limitless blood supplies are 'tantalisingly close' to becoming reality, reveal scientists
Posted in Medicine on 18th May, 2017
by Alex Muller
Researchers turn adult cells into stem cells that can then create any kind of blood cell, including immune system ones.
Stanford system keeps drug levels in the Goldilocks zone
Posted in Medicine on 16th May, 2017
by Alex Muller
A biosensor forms part of a new system that can monitor the amount of a given drug in a patient's bloodstream in real time, and adjust the dosage as required.
Non-O blood group 'linked to higher heart attack risk'
Posted in Medicine on 30th Apr, 2017
by Alex Muller
People with a non-O blood group have a slightly increased risk of heart attack and stroke, research suggests.
A new blood test unlocks new frontier in treating depression
Posted in Medicine on 3rd Apr, 2017
by Alex Muller
Doctors for the first time can determine which medication is more likely to help a patient overcome depression.