DocCheck News 21.02.2017
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Metastases: The Nutella Receptor
It was previously unclear which tumour cells are able to metastasise. For this to happen, apparently certain fat-sensitive receptors, which the metastasising cells carry in their membrane, are necessary. High-fat foods, palm oil in particular, promote metastasis. more...
Article by Sonja Schmitzer
Organoids: Mini-Intestine And Mini-Brain
They won't replace animal experiments and clinical trials, but organoids derived from stem cells already offer many advantages. Zika virus could be studied in a mini-brain. The bacterium Helicobacter pylori is best able to be studied in a mini-gastric system as well. more...
Article by Erich Lederer
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The Boards Have Exceeded Their Bounds
In the interests of full disclosure, I acknowledge with delight that I have a non-time limited board certificate from the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA), issued before the year 2000. I can just say "no" to recertification. more...
Blog entry by Karen Sibert
"Ain't The Way To Die"
In his latest video, ZDoggMD tackles an unpleasant but crucial topic: death and dying. How do we want our life to end? Who gets to decide whether we receive life-sustaining measures or not when we can't? Don't miss any of ZDoggMDs videos and follow his InSite!
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