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ALS: Cellular Process First Prevents, Then Accelerates Disease

September 18, 2017

A cellular defense against protein aggregates suppresses ALS in early stages but later hastens spread of the disease, a study in mice suggests.

Topic

Neurology
The Atlantic: A New Understanding of Inflammation in the Spine

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The Atlantic

September 15, 2017
The Conversation: How affirmative action could cure cancer and heart disease

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The Conversation

September 15, 2017
Skin Patch Dissolves “Love Handles” in Mice

September 15, 2017

Researchers have developed a skin patch that can turn white fat into energy-burning brown fat locally while raising the body’s metabolism.

Topic

Obesity
Los Angeles Times: Experts at suicide awareness conference highlight the brain’s role in depression

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The Los Angeles Times

September 13, 2017
New York Times: Get Up, Stand Up!

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The New York Times

September 13, 2017
Celiac Awareness Day: A Chat with Dr. Benjamin Lebwohl

September 13, 2017

On Celiac Awareness Day, gastroenterologist Benjamin Lebwohl, MD, of Columbia's Celiac Disease Center answered questions about the disease on Twitter.

Topic

Gastroenterology
CNN: Yes, sitting too long can kill you, even if you exercise

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CNN

September 12, 2017
CBS Philly: Sitting More Than 12 Hours In A Day Increases Risk Of Death

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CBS Philly

September 12, 2017
Long Sitting Periods May Be Just as Harmful as Daily Total

September 11, 2017

Sitting around for one to two hours at a time without moving increases the risk of death, finds a new study.

Topic

Heart Health