News Releases | National Institutes of Health (NIH)

News Releases | National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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  Manufactured stem cells to advance clinical research

  June 24, 2016 — Clinical-grade cell line will enable development of new therapies and accelerate early-stage clinical research.
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  Rates of nonmedical prescription opioid use and opioid use disorder double in 10 years

  June 22, 2016 — Almost 10 million U.S. adults report misusing prescription opioids in 2012-2013.
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  NIH welcomes 52 young scientists to year-long medical research scholars program

  June 22, 2016 — A year-long residential program, the MRSP introduces medical, dental and veterinary students to cutting-edge research.
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  Americans spent $30.2 billion out-of-pocket on complementary health approaches

  June 22, 2016 — Federal analysis includes first-ever data on spending for children.
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  NIH launches large study of pregnant women in areas affected by Zika virus

  June 21, 2016 — International effort to enroll approximately 10,000 women.

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  New imaging method may predict risk of post-treatment brain bleeding after stroke

  June 17, 2016 — NIH scientists develop technique that provides new insight into stroke.
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  Study reveals central role of endocannabinoids in habit formation

  June 17, 2016 — Mouse study advances knowledge of habitual behavior pathophysiology.
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  Proper maternal folate level may reduce child obesity risk

  June 13, 2016 — NIH-funded study suggests an optimal level for pregnant women, particularly those who are obese.

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  Eye study underscores the long-lasting benefits of controlling diabetes

  June 13, 2016 — NIH-funded study shows less diabetic retinopathy progression among those who underwent intensive glycemic control.
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  Diabetes portal adds data, more powerful search tools

  June 10, 2016 — Detailed content now available to everyone.