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Liquid Biopsy for Brain Cancer, Early-Stage Kidney Cancer

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Liquid Biopsy for Brain Cancer, Early-Stage Kidney Cancer

July 23, 2020, by NCI Staff Researchers are studying liquid biopsies for detecting cancer that identify patterns of chemical tags, called methyl groups, on DNA in blood or other body fluids. Credit: National Human Genome Research Institute A test that analyzes DNA in blood accurately identified two kinds of cancer, according to two new studies. … Read more

3 studies point the way to better treatment for traumatic brain injury | NIH MedlinePlus Magazine

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3 studies point the way to better treatment for traumatic brain injury | NIH MedlinePlus Magazine

The National Institutes of Health supports studies that look for better ways to treat traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients. Here are some recent findings: Mental health issues may appear after a head injury. About one in five people may experience mental health issues up to six months after a mild head injury or concussion. Researchers found … Read more