Posts by University of Virginia Health System
Discovery of new role for the brain’s immune cells could have implications for Alzheimer’s
New findings reveal that brain immune cells, known as microglia, help regulate blood flow and maintain critical blood vessels. …
Read Full ArticleToxic DNA buildup in eyes may drive blinding macular degeneration
Damaging DNA builds up in the eyes of patients with geographic atrophy, an untreatable form of age-related macular degeneration that causes blindness. …
Read Full ArticleStem cell transplants prevent relapses of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Children and young adults who receive CAR T-cell therapy for acute lymphoblastic leukemia suffer remarkably fewer relapses when the treatment is paired with a subsequent stem cell transplant. …
Read Full ArticleDiscovery reveals how stress, illness and even sunburn trigger cold sore flareups
New findings reveal what causes herpes simplex virus flareups, explaining how stress, illness and even sunburn trigger unwanted outbreaks. …
Read Full ArticleFocused ultrasound shows promise for Parkinson’s disease
A scalpel-free alternative to brain surgery that uses a technology called focused ultrasound could offer a new option for Parkinson’s disease patients …
Read Full ArticleBaby’s first breath triggers life-saving changes in the brain
New research sheds light on a signaling system in the brainstem that activates almost immediately at birth to support early breathing. …
Read Full ArticleThis online calculator can predict your stroke risk
An online calculator can predict the risk for ischemic stroke based on metabolic syndrome severity. …
Read Full ArticleScientists ID gene responsible for deadly glioblastoma
Scientists have identified a cancer-causing gene responsible for glioblastoma, the deadliest brain tumor. …
Read Full ArticleLack of lockdown increased COVID-19 deaths in Sweden
Sweden’s controversial decision not to lock down during COVID-19 produced more deaths and greater healthcare demand than seen in countries with earlier, more stringent interventions, …
Read Full ArticleDiet, gut microbes affect host response to a chemotherapy drug
New research using a model organism suggests diet can cause gut microbes to trigger changes in the host’s response to a chemotherapy drug. …
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