CBS NEWS – A mouth bacteria known as P. gingivalis could signal an increased risk for pancreatic cancer. Researchers at New York University found men and women who have the bacteria showed a 59 percent higher risk of developing pancreatic cancer. Doctors say the finding could lead to earlier detection tools. SOURCE – New York University Langone Medical Center/MedDay/CBS
Researchers in Cincinnati are developing a new drug to treat life threatening lung damage and breathing problems. Researchers say the treatment could help people after severe pneumonia, those undergoing cancer treatments and premature infants with underdeveloped lungs. SOURCE – Cincinnati Childrens HospitaL/MedDay/CBS
And scientists can now pinpoint the part of the brain that recognizes facial expressions. Researchers at Ohio State University say the discovery will provide new insight into how the brain works and may help with autism research. SOURCE – Ohio State University/MedDay/CBS