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Huntington’s is a progressive neurological condition; there is no cure. Recent advances in gene editing techniques offer new hope. Source link

A new study finds that exposure to chemicals commonly found in disinfectants and personal hygiene products leads to neural tube defects in mice and rats. Source link

Adult-onset Still’s disease is a rare inflammatory disorder that affects the body. Many experts consider it to be the same disease as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, but occurring in adults, often in their 30s. Still’s disease flare-ups happen abruptly, usually beginning with a high fever and a rash. In some cases …

A genetic study that focuses on children born to women who had preeclampsia in pregnancy finds two variants that are tied to raised risk of the condition. Source link

A single blood test could identify how prostate cancer patients will respond to PARP inhibitors in as little as 4 to 8 weeks, say researchers. Source link

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Mouth ulcers are painful areas in the mouth and gums. They are also known as canker sores. While mostly harmless, mouth ulcers can be extremely uncomfortable and make it difficult for some people to eat, drink, and brush their teeth. Mouth ulcers range in size, and the exact symptoms of …

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Kidney cancer is one of the 10 most common cancers in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, kidney cancer will affect nearly 64,000 people in the U.S. in 2017. There is a 1.6 percent chance that a person will be diagnosed with kidney cancer during their lifetime. …

Researchers have found that a compound in apple peel can prevent the growth of prostate cancer cells when combined with turmeric or red grape compounds. Source link