Posts by Massachusetts General Hospital
Research reveals why redheads may have different pain thresholds
New research in mice provides insights on why people with red hair exhibit altered sensitivity to certain kinds of pain. …
Read Full ArticleWhy cold induces tooth pain, hypersensitivity, and how to stop it
Odontoblasts, the cells that form the tooth’s dentin layer, are also responsible for sensing cold and can trigger tooth pain. …
Read Full ArticleResearchers urge greater awareness of delayed skin reactions to Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
A small number of participants in the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine phase 3 trial experienced delayed injection-site reactions that have not been fully explained. …
Read Full ArticleNew insights on how inflammatory molecule contributes to skin and pancreatic cancers
An inflammatory molecule, interleukin-33, activates signals in a cell’s nucleus to promote abnormal cell growth. …
Read Full ArticleAntibody response may drive COVID-19 outcomes
The levels of specific antibodies generated against SARS-CoV-2 may influence disease severity in both children and adults. …
Read Full ArticleCosmetic laser may boost effectiveness of certain cancer immunotherapies
Use of a cosmetic laser may improve the effectiveness of certain cancer immunotherapies and extend their use to more diverse forms of cancer. …
Read Full ArticleThe science of siestas: New research reveals the genetic basis for daytime napping
Researchers identified three distinct mechanisms that promote daytime napping and found that many napping-related genes also regulate other aspects of sleep. …
Read Full ArticleStudy reveals how air pollution may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease
New research reveals fine particulate air pollution stimulates production of inflammatory cells in the bone marrow, leading to inflammation of the arteries. …
Read Full ArticleDiet and lifestyle guidelines can greatly reduce gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms
Adhering to specific diet and lifestyle guidelines can reduce more than one-third the incidence of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms in women. …
Read Full ArticleNew insights about age-related macular degeneration could spur better treatments
New research reveals insights into potential drivers of age-related macular degeneration that could be targeted through prevention or treatment strategies. …
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