Scientists Identify Genes Behind Leukemia

December 10, 2008 · By: syndicate@legalview.com · Posted in Health · Comment 

Scientists Identify Genes Behind Leukemia

A study conducted at the Washington University in St. Louis by a team of researchers recently discovered eight identifiable genes as playing a significant role in the development of leukemia. According to news reports from New Scientist magazine, the study used “developed sequencing methods to look at the entire genome of cells from an acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) tumor and from the patient’s skin, which helped narrow down and identify 10 varying genes between the tissues.”

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Medical Journal Reports Chantix Better Treatment Than Nicotine Patch But Side Effects Still Exist

September 12, 2008 · By: syndicate@legalview.com · Posted in Health · Comment 

Medical Journal Reports Chantix Better Treatment Than Nicotine Patch But Side Effects Still Exist

Chantix, the smoking cessation drug from manufacturers Pfizer, was recently reported as a preferred Read more

Studies Indicate Exercise Does Not Decrease Depression

September 5, 2008 · By: syndicate@legalview.com · Posted in Health · Comment 

Study Claims Exercise Does Not Decrease Depression

For years, psychologists and physicians have developed studies and conducted research on the affects of depression Read more