MNT daily newsletter - September 12, 2018

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Biology / Biochemistry
Blocking this protein may keep obesity, diabetes at bay
Deleting the RNA-silencing protein Ago2 in mice's livers changed the animals' energy metabolism and prevented obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease.
Breast cancer: Discovery of new factor may improve therapy
Researchers have found a previously unknown mechanism in the development of breast cancer, involving an enzyme that plays a key role in lactation.
What allows C. difficile to survive so well in the gut?
Clostridium difficile causes infections that are hard to treat and that may have negative outcomes for health. What lends this bacterium its resilience?


Breast Cancer
Breast cancer: Discovery of new factor may improve therapy
Researchers have found a previously unknown mechanism in the development of breast cancer, involving an enzyme that plays a key role in lactation.


Cancer / Oncology
Breast cancer: Discovery of new factor may improve therapy
Researchers have found a previously unknown mechanism in the development of breast cancer, involving an enzyme that plays a key role in lactation.


Compliance
mHealth: What is it, and how can it help us?
The uptake of mobile health has been slow, but why? This Spotlight investigates its pros and cons, as well as what the future might hold for mHealth.


Crohn's / IBD
Skin cancer: Common IBD, arthritis drug may raise risk
A new study finds a link between a drug used widely to treat inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and vasculitis and a common form of skin cancer.


Diabetes
Blocking this protein may keep obesity, diabetes at bay
Deleting the RNA-silencing protein Ago2 in mice's livers changed the animals' energy metabolism and prevented obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease.


Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness
Blocking this protein may keep obesity, diabetes at bay
Deleting the RNA-silencing protein Ago2 in mice's livers changed the animals' energy metabolism and prevented obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease.


GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology
What allows C. difficile to survive so well in the gut?
Clostridium difficile causes infections that are hard to treat and that may have negative outcomes for health. What lends this bacterium its resilience?


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
What to know about infectious (septic) arthritis
Infectious arthritis, also called septic arthritis, is a severe type of joint inflammation caused by a bacteria or virus. Despite its name, it is not contagious. People may need treatment in the hospital to avoid permanent damage. We look at the symptoms, causes, treatment, and complications of infectious arthritis.
What allows C. difficile to survive so well in the gut?
Clostridium difficile causes infections that are hard to treat and that may have negative outcomes for health. What lends this bacterium its resilience?


IT / Internet / E-mail
mHealth: What is it, and how can it help us?
The uptake of mobile health has been slow, but why? This Spotlight investigates its pros and cons, as well as what the future might hold for mHealth.


Liver Disease / Hepatitis
Blocking this protein may keep obesity, diabetes at bay
Deleting the RNA-silencing protein Ago2 in mice's livers changed the animals' energy metabolism and prevented obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease.


Medical Innovation
mHealth: What is it, and how can it help us?
The uptake of mobile health has been slow, but why? This Spotlight investigates its pros and cons, as well as what the future might hold for mHealth.


Melanoma / Skin Cancer
Skin cancer: Common IBD, arthritis drug may raise risk
A new study finds a link between a drug used widely to treat inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and vasculitis and a common form of skin cancer.


Pediatrics / Children's Health
Can you take NyQuil while breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may worry about the effects that taking NyQuil to relieve cold and flu symptoms might have on the baby. Some products are safe to use but others may require caution depending on their ingredients, such as those containing alcohol. Learn more about the impact of using NyQuil while breastfeeding.


Pharmacy / Pharmacist
Can you take NyQuil while breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may worry about the effects that taking NyQuil to relieve cold and flu symptoms might have on the baby. Some products are safe to use but others may require caution depending on their ingredients, such as those containing alcohol. Learn more about the impact of using NyQuil while breastfeeding.


Pregnancy / Obstetrics
Can you take NyQuil while breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may worry about the effects that taking NyQuil to relieve cold and flu symptoms might have on the baby. Some products are safe to use but others may require caution depending on their ingredients, such as those containing alcohol. Learn more about the impact of using NyQuil while breastfeeding.


Public Health
mHealth: What is it, and how can it help us?
The uptake of mobile health has been slow, but why? This Spotlight investigates its pros and cons, as well as what the future might hold for mHealth.
Skin cancer: Common IBD, arthritis drug may raise risk
A new study finds a link between a drug used widely to treat inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and vasculitis and a common form of skin cancer.


Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms in women
Rheumatoid arthritis causes many symptoms, including joint pain and stiffness. In women, symptoms often start to appear between the ages of 30 and 50. Hormonal factors and other conditions, such as endometriosis, can increase the risk of the disease. Learn more about the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in women here.
Skin cancer: Common IBD, arthritis drug may raise risk
A new study finds a link between a drug used widely to treat inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and vasculitis and a common form of skin cancer.


Rheumatology
Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms in women
Rheumatoid arthritis causes many symptoms, including joint pain and stiffness. In women, symptoms often start to appear between the ages of 30 and 50. Hormonal factors and other conditions, such as endometriosis, can increase the risk of the disease. Learn more about the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in women here.


Seniors / Aging
Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms in women
Rheumatoid arthritis causes many symptoms, including joint pain and stiffness. In women, symptoms often start to appear between the ages of 30 and 50. Hormonal factors and other conditions, such as endometriosis, can increase the risk of the disease. Learn more about the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in women here.


Women's Health / Gynecology
Breast cancer: Discovery of new factor may improve therapy
Researchers have found a previously unknown mechanism in the development of breast cancer, involving an enzyme that plays a key role in lactation.
Can you take NyQuil while breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may worry about the effects that taking NyQuil to relieve cold and flu symptoms might have on the baby. Some products are safe to use but others may require caution depending on their ingredients, such as those containing alcohol. Learn more about the impact of using NyQuil while breastfeeding.
Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms in women
Rheumatoid arthritis causes many symptoms, including joint pain and stiffness. In women, symptoms often start to appear between the ages of 30 and 50. Hormonal factors and other conditions, such as endometriosis, can increase the risk of the disease. Learn more about the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in women here.


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