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New insights on genetic damage of some chemotherapies could guide future treatments with less harmful side effects

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Researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) and their collaborators analyzed blood cell genomes from 23 patients of all ages who had been treated with a range of chemotherapies. Consider supporting Science Xs mission by getting a premium account.

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Texas invests $50M in psychedelic drug research to treat addiction

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The law directs Texas universities and hospitals to lead the research. "If we had said were going to do this for the homeless or the prison population, the Legislature might not have been as willing to get on board," he added. It also makes sure the state keeps a share in future profits if the drug is approved.

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Preemies receive sucrose for pain relief—new research shows it doesn't stop long-term impacts on development

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As is the case internationally, sucrose is used widely in New Zealand, but there is considerable variation in protocols of use across hospitals. Sucrose may stop preterm babies from showing signs of pain , but physiological and neurological pain responses nevertheless happen. No national guidelines for best practice exist.

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As Federal Health Grants Shrink, Memory Cafes Help Dementia Patients and Their Caregivers

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Losing Memory, and Other Things, Too Kennedy’s diagnosis led him to retire, ending a decades-long career as a software engineer at the University of Scranton. McFadden first heard about memory cafes in 2011, before they were popular in the United States. It’s hospitality.