The body has an intricate system to defend against infections where each type of immune cell plays a distinct role. Now, a ...

Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the U.S. for 100 years, according to the American Heart Association's ...

One of the most common treatments after a heart attack is beta-blockers, a class of drugs that reduce strain on the heart. These pills work by slowing the heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and ...

New research shows that beta-blockers, long prescribed after heart attacks, may increase hospitalization and mortality risk ...

In research led by a University at Buffalo pediatric endocrinologist, a drug called golimumab showed that it preserved beta-cell function in children and young adults with newly diagnosed Type 1 ...

Early role of mitochondria in Alzheimer's Disease may help explain limitations to current beta amyloid hypothesis Date: October 13, 2010 Source: Columbia University Medical Center Summary: A new ...

In a new study the researchers are trying to explain on the rowth and function of the insulin producing beta calls.