Dec

Gene discovered by UNC researchers tied to pancreatic cancer, study shows

CHAPEL HILL - A gene discovered by researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine has been associated with two forms of pancreatic cancer, according to a study by an international group of researchers.

Drug combination slows progression of treatment-resistant bone marrow cancer

CHAPEL HILL - Combining a newly formulated drug with one that is already a standard treatment slows the progression of multiple myeloma, an advanced cancer of the bone marrow cells, according to a clinical trial led by a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine researcher.

Environment, genetics, social behavior integrated into national health survey

CHAPEL HILL - Is marriage good for your health? How does environment affect obesity? How are personality and genetics linked to heart disease? Do genes influence illegal drug use and risky sexual behaviors?

People briefs: Wright receives achievement award from American Academy of Ophthalmology

Dr. John D. Wright Jr., associate professor of ophthalmology and pediatrics in the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine, has received the Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. The award recognizes Wright's contributions to the academy.

Higher occurrence of Parkinson's linked to low LDL cholesterol

CHAPEL HILL - People with low levels of LDL cholesterol are more likely to have Parkinson's disease than people with high LDL levels, according to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill researchers.

High doses of lithium-like drugs may impair neuronal function

CHAPEL HILL - New laboratory research suggests that lithium and other drugs that inhibit a particular enzyme, GSK-3 beta, should be used with caution in treating Alzheimer's disease because too high a dose can impair, rather than enhance, neuronal function.

Workers' compensation ratings don't accurately predict disabilities

CHAPEL HILL - A study of settlement decisions in workers' compensation claims for low back pain has found almost no relationship between the rating of the disability's severity when the claim was settlement and reported pain and disability 21 months later.