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Glioblastoma multiforme is among the most frequent and lethal brain tumors. Despite the responsiveness to therapies that are advanced, tumors almost become immune and recur. Researchers at Dartmouth's Norris Cotton Cancer Center, headed by Damian A. Almiron Bonnin, MD-Ph. D. candidate of this Mark Israel laboratory, are devising strategies to reduce brain tumors from becoming immune to anti-tumor drug treatment. "During this research, we have identified a pathway that mediates the resistance of the most aggressive brain tumors, glioblastoma multiforme, to targeted anti inflammatory drugs," says Almiron Bonnin. "Significantly, there are drugs currently available that can block this pathway to immunity." The research finds that insulin signaling functions as a "tumor-growth signal" in brain cancer cells which have been treated with a targeted anti-tumor treatment, thus allowing the tumor to grow despite continued treatment. Resistance is prevented by ...

There are many foods to avoid to lose weight. This video will show you the worst offenders. We need not starve for losing our weight. In fact, the best way to shake off excess weight is through a good combination of healthy eating habits and regular exercise. 

We all know someone who loves the magic of caffeine—you might even be that person. True devotees love the soothing buzz that comes with savoring a piping hot latte, or the boost of energy black tea can give you. Unfortunately, caffeine tends to have a bad reputation, so we think of it as an indulgence. As with anything in life, caffeine should be used in moderation, and it isn't right for everyone. But many people will be shocked to find out that their commonly held beliefs are actually untrue. Here are a few of the many caffeine misconceptions that exist and the real story behind the fallacies: 1. Caffeine is highly addictive. Your well-worn Starbucks Gold Card may suggest otherwise, but coffee and other caffeinated drinks aren’t addictive. Aside from the temporary headaches and irritability of abrupt caffeine withdrawal, the effects are mild compared to alcohol and drug dependency, and they last only about a day or two. And while there are plenty of people who ge...