Daily Archives: August 3, 2012

David Lawrence Center Uses Telemedicine to Help More People

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An Immokalee woman is crediting technology for helping her through one of the darkest moments in her life.

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Planarians Offer a Better View of Eye Development

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Planarian flatworms have come under intense study for their renowned ability to regenerate any missing body part, even as adults. But now they may take on a starring role as a model system for studying eye development and eye diseases in vertebrates, including humans.

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‘Unhealthy’ Changes in Gut Microbes Benefit Pregnant Women

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The composition of microbes in the gut changes dramatically during pregnancy, according to a study published by Cell Press in the August 3rd issue of the journal Cell. Although these changes are associated with metabolic disease under most circumstances, they could be beneficial in pregnant women.

“This is the first in-depth characterization of the gut micro biota associated with pregnancy,” says senior study author Continue reading →

Strawberry Extract Protects Against UVA Rays

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An experiment has shown that strawberry extract added to skin cell cultures acts as a protector against ultraviolet radiation as well as increasing its viability and reducing damage to DNA. Developed by a team of Italian and Spanish researchers, the study opens the door to the creation of photo-protective cream made from strawberries.

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How to Improve Your Exercise Endurance

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Exercise is a very popular topic in medical circles. It’s indisputable that exercise contributes to all sorts of important health benefits. Exercise gets your heart working more efficiently, pumps extra blood to your organs and tissues, improves balance and mobility, strengthens your immune system so that it can better fight disease, and triggers protective effects Continue reading →