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New analogues effective in inhibiting NOS activity in Parkinson models

This enzyme is also involved in other conditions as inflammatory bowel disease or rheumatoid arthritis, as well as in neurodegenerative conditions as Huntington’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. University of Granada researchers have tested melatonin analogues in rats as it inhibits the enzyme nitric oxide synthase (NOS), which is involved in the development of conditions… Seguir Leyendo New analogues effective in inhibiting NOS activity in Parkinson models

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New analogues effective in inhibiting NOS activity in Parkinson models

This enzyme is also involved in other conditions as inflammatory bowel disease or rheumatoid arthritis, as well as in neurodegenerative conditions as Huntington’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. University of Granada researchers have tested melatonin analogues in rats as it inhibits the enzyme nitric oxide synthase (NOS), which is involved in the development of conditions… Seguir Leyendo New analogues effective in inhibiting NOS activity in Parkinson models

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Most immigrant pregnant women in Spain suffer severe stress

A study conducted at the University of Granada has concluded that most immigrant women who give birth in Spain suffer «severe stress» and should receive psychological treatment after giving birth to help them overcome disorders such as obsessive compulsive disorder, phobic anxiety, depression or psychoticism. These disorders are caused by «the stress of labor itself… Seguir Leyendo Most immigrant pregnant women in Spain suffer severe stress

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Most immigrant pregnant women in Spain suffer severe stress

A study conducted at the University of Granada has concluded that most immigrant women who give birth in Spain suffer «severe stress» and should receive psychological treatment after giving birth to help them overcome disorders such as obsessive compulsive disorder, phobic anxiety, depression or psychoticism. These disorders are caused by «the stress of labor itself… Seguir Leyendo Most immigrant pregnant women in Spain suffer severe stress

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Study reveals influence of family environment on individual’s health status

The study -conducted at the University of Granada- has also demonstrated that having a high level of education and a job are also protective against diseases. The per capita income and per capita welfare of the region of residence are protective factors against diseases. People with a high socioeconomic level have been demonstrated to have… Seguir Leyendo Study reveals influence of family environment on individual’s health status

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Eating salmon benefits pregnant women and their babies

University of Granada researchers have proven that eating two servings of salmon reared at a fish farm (enriched with omega-3 fatty acids and only slightly contaminated) a week during pregnancy is beneficial both for the mother and child. This research study -conducted within the framework of a Project funded by the VI EU Framework Program… Seguir Leyendo Eating salmon benefits pregnant women and their babies

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Software tool accurately estimates risk of heart disease

University of Granada researchers have developed a software tool that makes an accurate estimation of the risk that a person has to suffer a heart disease. In addition, this software tool allows the performance of massive risk estimations, i.e. it helps estimating the risk that a specific population group has of suffering a heart condition.… Seguir Leyendo Software tool accurately estimates risk of heart disease

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Home-food intake may reduce risk of obesity in children

University of Granada researchers have confirmed that there is a significant direct relationship between the nutritional status of children and the person who prepares their meal. The study revealed that the children who have lunch at home with their mother present a better nutritional status and are at a lower risk of suffering obesity than… Seguir Leyendo Home-food intake may reduce risk of obesity in children

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New, less toxic radiotherapy technique specifically targets cancerous tissue

Researchers at the University of Granada and the university hospital Virgen de las Nieves in Granada have developed a new radiotherapy technique that is much less toxic than that traditionally used and only targets cancerous tissue.   This new protocol provides a less invasive but equally efficient cancer postoperative treatment for cases of cancer of… Seguir Leyendo New, less toxic radiotherapy technique specifically targets cancerous tissue

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Surgery causes musculoskeletal alterations in breast cancer patients

A research study conducted at the University of Granada -and published in the prestigious American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation-has revealed that the surgery performed on breast cancer patients causes musculoskeletal alterations. This a pioneer study, as this is the first time that breast cancer survivors are demonstrated to suffer a greater activation of neck and shoulder… Seguir Leyendo Surgery causes musculoskeletal alterations in breast cancer patients