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Genes Linked To Lupus In Women Identified
January 20, 2008 — Scientists have identified multiple genes that are linked to systemic lupus erythematosus, a devastating autoimmune disease that affects between 1 million and 2 million Americans. The scientists also ... > full story -
New Genetic Mutation That Halts The Development Of Lupus Discovered
January 17, 2008 — Scientists have uncovered a specific genetic mutation that suppresses the development of systemic lupus, an incurable autoimmune disease that causes the body to attack itself. The research suggests ... > full story -
Wearing Too Much Perfume May Indicate Depression
January 3, 2008 — New research links depression to loss of the sense of smell, suggesting that the blues may have biological roots. "Our scientific findings suggest that women who are depressed are also losing their ... > full story -
Two Genes Are Important Key To Regulating Immune Response
December 28, 2007 — Scientists have identified two genes that may be crucial to the production of an immune system cytokine. The discovery fills in an important "missing link" in a biochemical pathway that's long been ... > full story -
New Approach For Attacking Lupus Identified
December 16, 2007 — Investigators have identified two new targets for drugs aimed at controlling lupus. If companies are able to develop drugs that hone in on these targets, patients may be able to control their disease ... > full story -
Molecular 'Trip Switch' Shuts Down Inflammatory Response: Important Implications For Lupus
December 13, 2007 — Like a circuit breaker that prevents electrical wiring from overheating and bringing down the house, a tiny family of three molecules stops the immune system from mounting an out-of-control, ... > full story -
Lupus Gene Finding Prompts Call For More DNA Samples
December 2, 2007 — Wellcome Trust researchers have identified a key gene involved in the disease lupus, which affects around 50,000 people in the UK, mostly women. The lead researcher behind the study has called for ... > full story -
New Way To Detect Lupus-Associated Kidney Disease
November 13, 2007 — High urinary levels of certain molecules might have the potential to serve as biomarkers for a potentially life-shortening kidney ailment caused by the autoimmune disease lupus researchers have ... > full story -
Targeted Treatment Strategies For Lupus Suggested By Research
November 11, 2007 — New research provides clues about the causes of lupus symptoms and suggests specific new targeted treatment strategies, according to a new article. The studies looked at premature atherosclerosis in ... > full story -
Fish Oil May Be Good Supplemental Treatment For Lupus, Study Suggests
November 9, 2007 — Omega-3 fish oils may benefit lupus activity as well as cardiovascular effects for patients with lupus, according to new research. Systemic lupus erythematosus (also called SLE or lupus) is a chronic ... > full story
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