A study conducted by a team of researchers at LSU Health New Orleans has shown for the first time that chronic exposure to inhaled nicotine alone increases blood pressure (hypertension), in both the body’s general circulation and in the lungs that can lead to pulmonary hypertension.
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Emergence Of Deadly Honey Bee Disease Revealed
Honey bee colonies from across the UK are increasingly suffering from a viral disease, a new study has shown.
New Self-Forming Membrane to Protect Our Environment
A new class of self-forming membrane to separate carbon dioxide from a mixture of gases has been developed by Newcastle University researchers.
Anxiety Impairs Judgment In Social Situations, Study Finds
A new study suggests that people are remarkably adept at avoiding exploitation at the hands of others — unless they suffer from anxiety.
CO2 Emissions From Dry Inland Waters Globally Underestimated
Inland waters such as rivers, lakes and reservoirs play an important role in the global carbon cycle.
Molecular Basis of Rare Neurological Disorder Reveals Potential Treatment
Like people, neurons need to talk to one another. But instead of turning thoughts into words, these cells convert electrical signals into chemical ones.