MNT daily newsletter - 5 December 2017

Dear S.C.T.C Customer, Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, containing the most recent headlines from your chosen news categories. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ANNOUNCEMENT Following reader feedback, we will be testing multiple email formats over the coming weeks. Thank you for your continued support. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Allergy News Peanut allergy: Six genes found that drive allergic reaction New study identifies key genes, biological mechanisms, and cell types that are active in a peanut allergy response and might offer targets for treatment. Cancer / Oncology News Endometrial cancer: Drug-loaded nanoparticles destroy tumor cells Researchers reveal how nanoparticles filled with two anti-cancer drugs targeted and killed tumor cells in mice with aggressive endometrial cancer. Could targeting this gene stop melanoma from spreading? New research identifies a gene that helps melanoma to spread in both an animal model and human cells. Blocking its activity may stop metastasis. Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine News Lemon, honey, and alcohol: Which is best for sore throat? What is your drink of choice when you have a sore throat? The editorial office staff voted, but what does the scientific evidence say about their choices? What you should know about rose water A look at rose water, a liquid made using water and rose petals. Included is detail on the types of rose water and the side effects of using it. Ear, Nose and Throat News Globus sensation: Causes of a lump in the throat Globus sensation is an overwhelming feeling of a lump lodged in a person's throat, even when nothing is there. Learn about the causes. Flu / Cold / SARS News Lemon, honey, and alcohol: Which is best for sore throat? What is your drink of choice when you have a sore throat? The editorial office staff voted, but what does the scientific evidence say about their choices? Headache / Migraine News What is a vestibular migraine? We take a look at vestibular migraines, a type of migraine that involves dizziness and vertigo. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Melanoma / Skin Cancer News Could targeting this gene stop melanoma from spreading? New research identifies a gene that helps melanoma to spread in both an animal model and human cells. Blocking its activity may stop metastasis. Public Health News What should you know about hyperthermia? A look at hyperthermia, a condition resulting in abnormally high body temperature. Included is detail on risk factors and the activities that can cause it. Sports Medicine / Fitness News Exercise alone alters our gut microbiota It's not just what we eat that changes the composition of our gut microbiota. Exercise can, too, according to the results to two new studies. Battle of the sexes: Are women fitter than men? A new study investigates how women's bodies respond to aerobic fitness in comparison with men's, and it suggests that women are naturally more athletic. What should you know about hyperthermia? A look at hyperthermia, a condition resulting in abnormally high body temperature. Included is detail on risk factors and the activities that can cause it. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed through your MNT account on Medical News Today. If you wish to alter any of your subscription details (name, email address etc) or chosen news categories, please log into your newsletter preferences page. To unsubscribe from these newsletters immediately, please click here.

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