Previously published solar exposure guidelines for optimal vitamin D synthesis based on a study of skin samples may need to be revised, according to new research published today in PNAS. A study by researchers from King's College London, with support…
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Molecular underpinning of chronic bone infection in patients with mycobacterial disease revealed
About a quarter of the world's population is infected with tuberculosis bacteria, according to the World Health Organization, but only about 5 to 10% of those infected will develop symptoms. These pathogens are mycobacteria, which are everywhere, including in chlorine-treated…
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Researchers identify inflammatory mechanism related to bone damage in rheumatoid arthritis
In a study aimed at investigating the mechanism responsible for exacerbating rheumatoid arthritis in smokers, researchers at the Center for Research on Inflammatory Diseases (CRID), linked to the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil, discovered a novel path in…
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A ‘skeletal age’ calculator to predict bone fracture risk
Researchers at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have developed a computational model to calculate ‘skeletal age’, a personalized estimate of an individual’s risk of bone fracture and premature death. The skeletal age calculator, which will be accessible to doctors…
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Novel hybrid device to boost research on metastatic process of breast cancer cells
European researchers are working on a novel hybrid device to better understand the metastatic process of cancer cells traveling from breast to bone and fast screen new drugs against it. The spread of cancer cells to other parts of the…
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What are Osteoclasts?
Osteoclasts are specialized, multinucleated cells that play a vital role in bone development and regeneration. Credit: vetpathologist/Shutterstock.com The skeleton is an essential part of the vertebrate body. It provides support for organs and the overall integrity of the entire organic…
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APO-Zoledronic Acid
NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia. APO-ZOLEDRONIC ACID SOLUTION FOR INFUSION Zoledronic acid monohydrate Consumer Medicine Information What is in this leaflet This leaflet answers some common questions about zoledronic acid 4mg/5mL. It…
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How Do Skeletal Stem Cells Form Bones?
Skeletal stem cells give rise to bone and cartilage both prenatally and postnatally. As a fundamental part of development, the study of skeletal stem cells and their role in skeletal physiology makes them an important area of study for human…
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APOTEX-Pantoprazole
NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia. APOTEX- PANTOPRAZOLE TABLETS Contains the active ingredient, pantoprazole (as sodium sesquihydrate) Consumer Medicine Information What is in this leaflet This leaflet answers some common questions about pantoprazole….
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Ralovera
NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia. RALOVERA® Medroxyprogesterone acetate Consumer Medicine Information What is in this leaflet This leaflet answers some common questions about RALOVERA.It does not contain all the available information.It does…
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