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on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

University of Manchester scientists investigating a possible treatment for foetal growth restriction (FGR), a condition in which babies grow poorly in the womb, have urged further caution on the use of Viagra.The drug, commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction, as it enhances blood flow - has been undergoing trials as a potential treatment for FGR. However, in a recent study in mice, Viagra showed no improvement in foetal growth but did result in high blood pressure in the pups as they reached maturity. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Hard plant foods may have made up a larger part of early human ancestors' diet than currently presumed, according to a new experimental study of modern tooth enamel from Washington University in St. Louis. The results have implications for reconstructing diet, and for our interpretation of the fossil record of human evolution, researchers said. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Pet dogs are highly receptive to commands from their owners. But is this due to their training or do dogs have an innate ability to understand human signals? A new study finds that 80% of untrained stray dogs successfully followed pointing directions from people to a specific location. The results suggest that dogs can understand and respond to complex gestures without any training, meaning that dogs may have an innate connection to human behaviors. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A study tracing acoustic communication across the tree of life of land-living vertebrates reveals that the ability to vocalize goes back hundreds of millions of years, is associated with a nocturnal lifestyle and has remained stable. Surprisingly, acoustic communication does not seem to drive the formation of new species across vertebrates. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A common and inexpensive drug may be used to counteract treatment resistance in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), one of the most common forms of blood cancer. This is the conclusion of a study in mice and human blood cells performed at Karolinska Institutet and SciLifeLab and published in the medical journal EMBO Molecular Medicine. The researchers will now launch a clinical study to test the new combination treatment in patients. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers report on a randomized clinical trial that compared two strategies (proton pump inhibitors vs. histamine-2 receptor blockers) to prevent stress ulcers among adult patients in intensive care units who needed mechanical ventilation. The trial was conducted at 50 ICUs in five countries to compare in-hospital death rates using the two strategies. The study is being released to coincide with presentation at the Critical Care Reviews Meeting 2020 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A positive psychology program created by researchers at Queen Mary University of London focuses on promoting wellbeing in refugee children. It is unusual in that it focuses on promoting positive outcomes, rather than addressing war trauma exposure. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Sanitary care in ants to fight disease is known to improve the wellbeing of the colony, yet it has been unclear how social disease defense interferes with pathogen competition inside the individual host body. In their recent study published in Ecology Letters, Sylvia Cremer and her research group at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (IST Austria) revealed that collective care-giving has the power to bias the outcome of coinfections in fungus-exposed colony members. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Measuring the energy of quantum states requires detecting energy changes so exceptionally small they are hard to pick out from background fluctuations, like using only a thermometer to try and work out if someone has blown out a candle in the room you're in. New research in Nature Communications from a team in Finland presents sensitive quantum thermometry hitting the bounds that nature allows. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Engineers at Duke University have devised a model that can predict the early mechanical behaviors and origins of an earthquake in multiple types of rock. The model provides new insights into unobservable phenomena that take place miles beneath the Earth's surface under incredible pressures and temperatures, and could help researchers better predict earthquakes -- or even, at least theoretically, attempt to stop them. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

While deaths steadily declined over a decade in intensive care units at hospitals with few minority patients, in ICUs with large numbers of minority patients, there was less improvement, according to new research published online in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 5:00 am

New UC Riverside research shows soybean oil not only leads to obesity and diabetes, but could also affect neurological conditions like autism, Alzheimer's disease, anxiety, and depression. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 1:12 am

Two independent studies published by Cell Press on January 16, 2020, report that the mechanism by which Zika virus enters brain cells has been identified and even more, exploited to prevent Zika infection and to kill cancer cells instead. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 12:57 am

A new study published in the journal PLOS Pathogens in January 2020 reports the development of mosquitoes that have been genetically modified to resist infection by several types of the dengue virus. This is the first time ever that all types of the virus have been targeted by the engineering of the mosquito DNA. Covering all virus types is essential to achieve proper disease control. […]

on 17/01/2020 at 12:06 am

According to a new study published in the latest issue of The Lancet, this week, more people across the globe are dying of sepsis than earlier believed. A team from the University of Pittsburgh and University of Washington schools of medicine led the research along with their colleagues from different disciplines. […]

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on 16/01/2020 at 11:53 pm

Females are born with a finite supply of eggs and with age the genetic quality of the eggs decline say researchers from Carnegie Institute. The study from researchers Marla Tharp, Safia Malki, and Alex Bortvin was published in the latest issue of Nature Communications. The study was titled, “Maximizing the ovarian reserve in mice by evading LINE-1 genotoxicity.&rdquo […]

on 16/01/2020 at 11:38 pm

Cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, are among the top killers worldwide. Ischemic heart disease and stroke are the world’s major killers, accounting for 15.2 million deaths in 2016. A high triglyceride level, combined with high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, is linked to atherosclerosis, which increases the risk for heart attack and stroke. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 11:07 pm

A team of researchers from the University College London as found that attaining a net household worth of about $636,791, when you reach 50 years old can add about nine disability-free years to your life, compared to the poorest people with $36,000 or less. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 10:56 pm

Medical researchers have identified a possible way to treat tumors while sparing nearby healthy tissue. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 10:52 pm

The white blood cells are potent fighters that protect the body against foreign invaders, including pathogens and cancer cells. Scientists have found that the presence of B cells, which are powerhouses, in tumor cells, combat the disease from within. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 10:34 pm

Pathophysiological underpinnings of the development of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) are still poorly understood, according to Leonard A. Jason, a DePaul University psychology professor who has studied chronic fatigue syndrome primarily in adults for the past 30 years. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 10:29 pm

An inexpensive program to help surgery patients get physically and mentally ready for their upcoming operation may help reduce overall costs and get them home faster, according to new research involving hundreds of patients in 21 hospitals across Michigan. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 10:29 pm

The popular weight loss drug, called Belviq, also called Belviq XR (lorcaserin), has been found to increase the risk of developing cancer, warns the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:54 pm

Researchers are aiming to stump drug counterfeiters with an edible 'security tag' embedded into medicine. To imitate the drug, a counterfeiter would have to uncrack a complicated puzzle of patterns not fully visible to the naked eye. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:54 pm

Children with elevated exposure to early life stress in the home and elevated prenatal exposure to air pollution exhibited heightened symptoms of attention and thought problems, according to researchers. Early life stress is common in youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who also often live in areas with greater exposure to air pollution. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:54 pm

An inexpensive program to help surgery patients get physically and mentally ready for their upcoming operation may help reduce overall costs and get them home faster, according to new research involving hundreds of patients in 21 hospitals. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:36 pm

Slightly more than five years ago, one of the most popular operating systems in history was retired, and this major end-of-life event still has a major impact on IT and information security. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:20 pm

The European Union is considering new legally binding requirements for developers of artificial intelligence in an effort to ensure modern technology is developed and used in an ethical way. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:11 pm

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City is partnering with Cedar Gate Technologies, provider of analytics and bundled payment systems, in an effort to boost Blue KC’s value-based care initiatives. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:00 pm

Eating certain nutrients as part of a healthful diet may help keep the vagina healthy, prevent infections, or improve vaginal conditions. Learn more here. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:17 pm

Senescent cells undergo an irreversible and permanent arrest of cell division and are hallmarks of both the aging process and multiple chronic diseases. Senescent cells -- and more importantly the factors they secrete, known collectively as the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP) -- are widely accepted as drivers of aging and multiple age-related diseases. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:17 pm

Taenia solium -- also called pork tapeworm -- is a parasite which causes disease around the world, particularly in very poor communities with deficient sanitation and where pigs roam free. Researchers have now analyzed the efficacy and adverse effects of three chemotherapeutics against T. solium. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:17 pm

Researchers are studying a valuable target in regulating the immune response in cancer and autoimmunity. VISTA is a tempering molecule that hinders T cells in the immune system from activating against self-antigens such as cancer cells. Their new publication describes how VISTA controls T-cell responses. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:11 pm

A biomedical research team is reporting an improvement on a microfluidic brain cancer chip. The new chip allows quick assessment of the effectiveness of cancer drugs on brain tumors. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- More than 15 percent of American adults are physically inactive, according to a new U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study. Today, the agency unveiled new estimates of physical inactivity across states and... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- From 2003 to 2017, there was a decrease in infant mortality attributable to birth defects (IMBD) overall, although considerable differences were seen in the decreases by maternal and infant characteristics, according to... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- There is near consensus across 30 years of economic analysis of single-payer plans that a single-payer system would reduce health expenditures in the United States, according to a review published online Jan. 15 in PLOS... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- From 1990 to 2017, there was a decrease in sepsis incidence and mortality, although considerable regional variation exists, according to a study published online Jan. 16 in The Lancet. Kristina E. Rudd, M.D., from the... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Japan has reported its first case of a new coronavirus that has caused an outbreak in China. A Chinese man in his 30s tested positive for the pneumonia-like coronavirus, Japan's Health Ministry said Thursday, The New York... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- If you want to slow down the aging process, it might not hurt to replace whole milk with skim, new research suggests. The study of over 5,800 U.S. adults found that those who regularly indulged in higher-fat milk had... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

There are many different types of skin blemish, many of which are harmless. Learn about some blemishes, including their appearance, causes, and treatment, here. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 6:00 pm

Some people take dietary supplements to help reduce high blood pressure. Do these supplements work, and are they safe? Learn what the research says. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:19 pm

The new study explores alpha-synuclein's basic properties, with a focus on a section of the protein known as the non-amyloidal component (NAC). The research was done on fruit fly larvae that were genetically engineered to produce both normal and mutated forms of human alpha-synuclein. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:18 pm

Twice as many people as previously believed are dying of sepsis worldwide, according to a new analysis. Among them are a disproportionately high number of children in poor areas. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:18 pm

A new study shows that cancer-causing MLL gene may also push pluripotent stem cells to make hematopoietic stem cells, a strong step in the decades-long effort to make personalizable, durable blood stem cells. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:18 pm

Researchers were able to track the activity of each neuron in the entire brain of zebrafish larvae and reconstruct the unfolding of neuronal events as the animals repeatedly made 'left or right' choices in a behavioral experiment. The resulting frame-by-frame view of a decision in the making was so detailed that, 10 seconds before the fish responded, the researchers could predict what their next move will be and when they would execute it. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:18 pm

A newly developed method can detect even low-dose human exposure to microcystins and nodularin in human urine. During harmful algal blooms (HABs), species of cyanobacteria release toxic peptides, including microcystins and nodularin into waterways, impacting wildlife and humans living in these marine environments. These findings are the first to report microcystin concentrations directly from exposed residents impacted by cyanobacteria in Florida, and is a critical step in developing and interpreting clinical diagnostic tests for HABs exposure worldwide. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:18 pm

Researchers have found a very high prevalence of Bartonella bacteria in tumors and tissues - but not blood samples - taken from dogs with hemangiosarcoma, a cancer of the blood vessels. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:16 pm

Interoception is the awareness of our physiological states. But precisely how the brain calculates and reacts to this information remains unclear. Neuroscientists now demonstrate how the insular cortex orchestrates the process. The work represents the first steps toward understanding the neural basis of interoception, which could allow researchers to address key questions in eating disorders, obesity, drug addiction, and a host of other diseases. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 pm

Does the constant cycle of negative world news make you anxious? Here, learn more about news-related anxiety and how you can fight back. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:26 pm

New research has discovered that Down's syndrome, Fragile X syndrome and Williams syndrome are all linked to sleep disruption in very young children, and that sleep plays a crucial role in the development of these children's language skills. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:25 pm

The International Parkinson Disease Genomics Consortium (IPDGC) has now been in existence for ten years. The consortium now reviews the progress made over the past decade in the genomics of Parkinson's disease (PD) and related disorders including Lewy body diseases, progressive supranuclear palsy, and multiple system atrophy and looks ahead at its future direction and research priorities. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:25 pm

Infections are a dreaded threat that can have fatal consequences after an operation, in the treatment of wounds, and during tissue engineering. Biomimetic hydrogels with 'built-in' antimicrobial properties can significantly decrease this danger. Scientists have now introduced a gel that is activated by red light to produce reactive oxygen compounds that effectively kill bacteria and fungi. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:25 pm

A team of physicists from McMaster University has developed a process to modify red blood cells so they can be used to distribute drugs throughout the body, which could specifically target infections or treat catastrophic diseases such as cancer or Alzheimer's. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:25 pm

For the first time, research shows that the contacts between cells, known as cell adhesion, are essential for cells to survive stress. The findings also suggest that impaired cell adhesion may sensitize cancer cells to drugs that damage cell proteins and cause stress. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:25 pm

Researchers found that eating walnuts daily as part of a healthy diet was associated with increases in certain bacteria that can help promote health. Additionally, those changes in gut bacteria were associated with improvements in some risk factors for heart disease. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:25 pm

Whooping cough bacteria are becoming smarter at colonizing and feeding off unwitting hosts -- whether they have been vaccinated or not -- strengthening calls for a new vaccine. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:01 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Providing palliative care in hospitals led to a 10% reduction in intensive care unit use by dying patients, a new study finds. Palliative care aims to provide relief from symptoms and stress of a serious... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 3:38 pm

A new study shows that there is a huge disproportion in the level of funding for social science research into the greatest challenge in combating global warming -- how to get individuals and societies to overcome ingrained human habits to make the changes necessary to mitigate climate change. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 3:11 pm

UK scientists have identified a new way to kill pancreatic cancer cells by 'pulling the plug' on the energy generator that fuels calcium pumps on their cell surface. The study reports how switching off the cancer's energy supply causes the pancreatic cancer cells to become 'poisoned' by an irreversible build-up of calcium. […]

by Samantha Liss on 16/01/2020 at 3:00 pm

The agency said the proposal was in conflict with existing federal law and failed to advance the core objective for the program. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 3:00 pm

According to new research, placing too much emphasis on happiness can actually give rise to depressive symptoms, especially in the Western world. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 2:38 pm

Researchers have revealed changes to the 3D arrangement of DNA linked to treatment resistance in ER+ breast cancer. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 2:38 pm

A new study sheds fresh light on how melanoma cells interact with other cells via extracellular vesicles they secrete. The researchers found that extracellular vesicles secreted by melanoma cells use the so-called hedgehog signalling pathway to intensify the malignant properties of the cells they are targeting. The discovery can help in the development of better treatment and diagnostics for melanoma. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 2:01 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Mosquitoes that can't be infected by or spread dengue virus have been created by scientists. The researchers genetically engineered the mosquitoes to be resistant to all four types of dengue, a mosquito-borne virus that's... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 2:01 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- While the frequency at which Americans binge drink has declined slightly over the past decade, the number of drinks they imbibe during a binge is rising to dangerous levels, new research shows. In the new study, binge... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 1:50 pm

All countries across the WHO European Region face a challenge in ensuring that high-value but expensive medicines are available in a sustainable way to people who could benefit from them. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 1:04 pm

Mathematics and science Braille textbooks are expensive and require an enormous effort to produce -- until now. A team of researchers has developed a method for easily creating textbooks in Braille, with an initial focus on math textbooks. The new process is made possible by a new authoring system which serves as a 'universal translator' for textbook formats. Based on this new method, the production of Braille textbooks will become easy, inexpensive, and widespread. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 1:04 pm

A woman's supply of eggs is finite, so it is crucial that the quality of their genetic material is ensured. New work elucidates a mechanism by which, even before birth, the body tries to eliminate egg cells of the poorest quality. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 1:04 pm

In a new study conducted in mice, researchers found that tobacco smoke from a hookah caused blood to function abnormally and be more likely to clot and quickly form blood clots. The findings provide new evidence that hookah smoking may not be a safe alternative to cigarettes. […]

by Linda Wilson on 16/01/2020 at 12:31 pm

Previous progress in lowering the uninsured rate stalled after 2016. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:10 pm

 Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) is a serious and often fatal disease caused by viruses known as hantaviruses. These anthropozoonotic diseases... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:09 pm

 Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) is a serious and often fatal disease caused by viruses known as hantaviruses. These anthropozoonotic diseases... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:06 pm

 Massive parallel sequencing or massively parallel sequencing is any of several high-throughput approaches to DNA sequencing using the concept of... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:04 pm

 Massive parallel sequencing or massively parallel sequencing is any of several high-throughput approaches to DNA sequencing using the concept of... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 (American Heart Association News) -- Britt Spivey knew something was wrong when his pregnant wife showed up at his work following what was supposed to be a routine doctor visit. Autumn started to cry and told him their unborn... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

 Circular cell-free DNA of both maternal and fetal origin can be identified in the plasma of pregnant women, pointing to... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Millennials are less likely to have had a flu shot this season and are more likely than other American adults to agree with some false anti-vaccination information, according to a new nationwide survey. The results also... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Uncle Sam has a message for sluggish Americans: Get moving now. More than 15% of American adults are physically inactive, a new U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study reports. And all that time on the couch... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Wildfires like the ones that have ravaged Australia in recent months are likely to become more common as climate change continues to wreak havoc on the planet, a new study suggests. The Australian wildfires prompted... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- A behavioral intervention that increases vegetable consumption does not reduce the risk for progression of early-stage prostate cancer, according to a study published in the Jan. 14 issue of the Journal of the American... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Ageism predicts significantly worse health outcomes, according to a review published online Jan. 15 in PLOS ONE. E-Shien Chang, from Yale School of Public Health in New Haven, Connecticut, and colleagues conducted a... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- In women with prepregnancy type 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus (PDM), induction of labor (IOL) is not associated with increased cesarean section rates compared with expectant management beyond 39 weeks, but it is associated... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Men adhering to low-fat diets have lower serum testosterone levels even when adjusting for comorbidities, age, body mass index, and activity levels, according to a study published in the February issue of The Journal of... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- The Affordable Care Act has reduced disparities in access to health care among black, Hispanic, and white adults, according to a January data brief released by the Commonwealth Fund. Jesse C. Baumgartner, from the... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Patients are very satisfied with Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) for melanoma in situ, according to a research letter recently published in Dermatologic Surgery. Daniel Condie, M.D., from the UT Southwestern Medical Center... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- For extremely preterm infants, high-dose erythropoietin treatment from 24 hours after birth does not result in a reduced risk for severe neurodevelopmental impairment or death at age 2 years, according to a study published... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- There has been a decrease in the risk for coronary artery disease among adult survivors of childhood cancer, according to a study published online Jan. 15 in The BMJ. Daniel A. Mulrooney, M.D., from St. Jude Children's... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Insurance status and access to care play an important role in racial disparities in stage of breast cancer at diagnosis, according to a study published online Jan. 9 in JAMA Oncology. Naomi Y. Ko, M.D., from the Boston... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- A history of falls, especially injurious falls, predicts subsequent fractures in postmenopausal women, according to a study recently published in Osteoporosis International. Nadia Afrin, M.P.H., from the University of... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 11:55 am

 A novel sweat-based skin test enables on-site testing for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive component found in marijuana plants (Cannabis). […]

on 16/01/2020 at 11:00 am

The largest study of its kind analyzed genetic information from 3,444 families and found one single gene whose mutations may help explain the condition. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 9:01 am

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- Many of the donor kidneys that are discarded each year in the United States could instead be effectively transplanted, a large new study suggests. At issue are kidneys from deceased donors that are acutely injured. Right... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 9:01 am

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- In another step toward using artificial intelligence in medicine, a new study shows that computers can be trained to match human experts in judging the severity of prostate tumors. Researchers found that their artificial... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 9:01 am

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- For people with the mysterious chronic pain condition fibromyalgia, researchers say nerve stimulation may offer some relief. In a recent study, use of TENS -- transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation -- during movement... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 9:01 am

THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2020 -- From carpal tunnel to a stiff neck, too much time on the computer can cause a slew of health problems. But what if you ditch the keyboard and mouse for virtual reality? New research from Oregon State University in... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:01 am

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: Japan Reports First Case of New Coronavirus Japan has reported its first case of new coronavirus that's caused an outbreak in China. A Chinese... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 8:00 am

A recent study in mice finds that salt nanoparticles can kill cancer cells. The results also show that the dead cells act as a cancer vaccine. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:01 am

-- Compression stockings gently squeeze the legs to help improve blood flow, says MedlinePlus. This can prevent leg swelling, aching and, possibly, blood clots. If compression stockings are difficult to put on, MedlinePlus suggests: Apply lotion... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:01 am

-- Athlete's foot is a fungal infection that often occurs in people who wear damp socks or tight shoes, says Mayo Clinic. The infection is contagious and is spread by contact with an infected person or contaminated surfaces. To help prevent... […]

on 16/01/2020 at 7:00 am

There are three main types of eye care doctor. In this article, find out about their different roles, as well as the differences in training and levels of expertise. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:07 am

Edward-Elmhurst Health is adopting technology to ensure staff consistency in hand-washing, a simple yet crucial component of a strategy to prevent hospital-acquired infections. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

MDC researchers established a new model to study neuromuscular development and disorders. For the first time two distinct human tissues co-developed in the lab from one progenitor cell type and self-organized into a complex, functional neuromuscular organoid. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Whether a sick cell dies, divides, or travels through the body is regulated by a sophisticat-ed interplay of signal molecules and receptors on the cell membrane. One of the most im-portant molecular cues in the immune system is Tumour Necrosis Factor α (TNFα). Now, for the first time, researchers from Goethe University have visualised the molecular organ-isation of individual TNFα receptor molecules and the binding of TNFα to the cell mem-brane in cells using optical microscopy. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The Akay Lab biomedical research team at the University of Houston is reporting an improvement on a microfluidic brain cancer chip previously developed in their lab. The new chip allows quick assessment of the effectiveness of cancer drugs on brain tumors. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A new study by researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a centre supported by 'la Caixa,' has identified a key biological mechanism that puts men at higher risk of cancer: loss of function in certain genes of the sex-determining Y chromosome, which is present only in men. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

AI Therapeutics has made significant recent progress with its four clinical assets and proprietary Guardian Angel™ algorithm. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A woman's supply of eggs is finite, so it is crucial that the quality of their genetic material is ensured. New work from Carnegie's Marla Tharp, Safia Malki, and Alex Bortvin elucidates a mechanism by which, even before birth, the body tries to eliminate egg cells of the poorest quality. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

For the first time, research shows that the contacts between cells, known as cell adhesion, are essential for cells to survive stress. The findings also suggest that impaired cell adhesion may sensitize cancer cells to drugs that damage cell proteins and cause stress. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The research, published in The Lancet Digital Health journal, demonstrates the potential of data from wearable devices to improve surveillance of infectious disease. Resting heart rate tends to spike during infectious episodes and this is captured by wearable devices such as smartwatches and fitness trackers, that track heart rate. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Illinois hospital visits associated with homelessness have tripled since 2011 and conservative estimates of homelessness using hospital-based data exceeded similar estimates from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists have made a significant discovery about the genetic origins of how plants evolved from living in water to land 470 million years ago. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A highly sensitive, wearable gas sensor for environmental and human health monitoring may soon become commercially available, according to researchers at Penn State and Northeastern University. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Interoception is the awareness of our physiological states. But precisely how the brain calculates and reacts to this information remains unclear. In a paper published in the journal Neuron, neuroscientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) demonstrate how the insular cortex orchestrates the process. The work represents the first steps toward understanding the neural basis of interoception, which could allow researchers to address key questions in eating disorders, obesity, drug addiction, and a host of other diseases. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Nanoscience can arrange minute molecular entities into nanometric patterns in an orderly manner using self-assembly protocols. Scientists at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have functionalized a simple rod-like building block with hydroxamic acids at both ends. They form molecular networks that not only display the complexity and beauty of mono-component self-assembly on surfaces; they also exhibit exceptional properties. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Genetically engineered mosquitoes are resistant to multiple types of dengue virus (DENV), according to a study published Jan. 16 in the open-access journal PLOS Pathogens by Prasad Paradkar of the Australian Animal Health Laboratory, and Omar Akbari of the University of California, San Diego, and colleagues. As noted by the authors, this is the first engineered approach that targets all types of DENV, which is crucial for effective disease suppression. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers found that eating walnuts daily as part of a healthy diet was associated with increases in certain bacteria that can help promote health. Additionally, those changes in gut bacteria were associated with improvements in some risk factors for heart disease. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

To solve a problem, you must first see the problem. More than that, whatever fallout the problem is causing must be controlled while you solve it. That's the approach an international team of researchers has taken for combatting network attacks. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Aicardi syndrome is a rare genetic condition that causes seizures, vision problems, and other symptoms. Here, learn about treatments and more. […]

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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common and costly medical Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) found that the medical costs are substantially higher among older adults who go untreated for obstructive sleep apnea. […]

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A major experiment introducing proactive policing to Underground platforms finds that short bursts of patrolling create a "phantom effect": 97% of the resulting crime reduction was during periods when police weren't actually present. […]

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A newly developed method can detect even low-dose human exposure to microcystins and nodularin in human urine. During harmful algal blooms (HABs), species of cyanobacteria release toxic peptides, including microcystins and nodularin into waterways, impacting wildlife and humans living in these marine environments. These findings are the first to report microcystin concentrations directly from exposed residents impacted by cyanobacteria in Florida, and is a critical step in developing and interpreting clinical diagnostic tests for HABs exposure worldwide. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Garvan researchers have revealed changes to the 3D arrangement of DNA linked to treatment resistance in ER+ breast cancer. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

US and Austrian physicists have observed quantum entanglement among 'billions of billions' of flowing electrons in a quantum critical material. The research appears this week in Science and provides the strongest direct evidence to date of entanglement's role in bringing about quantum criticality. […]

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Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute have shown that cells from children with NGLY1 deficiency--a rare disorder first described in 2012--lack sufficient water channel proteins called aquaporins. The discovery was published in Cell Reports and may help explain the disorder's wide-ranging symptoms--including the inability to produce tears, seizures and developmental delays--and opens new avenues to find therapies to treat the disorder. […]

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Researchers from North Carolina State University have found a very high prevalence of Bartonella bacteria in tumors and tissues - but not blood samples - taken from dogs with hemangiosarcoma, a cancer of the blood vessels. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

In the first global review, researchers have examined the health of detained adolescents from 245 peer-reviewed journal articles and review publications. Researchers found that detained adolescents have a significantly higher prevalence of mental health disorders and suicidal behaviors than their peers in the community, along with substance use disorders, neurodevelopment disabilities, and sexually transmitted infections. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Less physical activity for infants below one year of age may lead to more fat accumulation which in turn may predispose them to obesity later in life, suggests a study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A study led by NTU Singapore suggests that Asian parents with terminally ill children found tend to defer discussing their psychological pain with their spouses to protect them from emotional distress. Instead, they prefer to revealed the parents' preference to support each other in pragmatic and solution-oriented ways such as discussing treatment options, arranging care plans and sharing caregiving responsibilities. […]

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Researchers for this observational study examined the association between the expansion of Medicaid coverage in some states after the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was passed and the diagnosis and treatment of patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). The analysis included nearly 91,000 adults with newly diagnosed HNSCC who were identified from the National Cancer Database. […]

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While studies of the microbiomes (which comprises all the microorganisms, mainly bacteria and fungi) of the phyllosphere and the rhizosphere of plants are important, scientists at INRA believe more attention should be given to the microbiomes of crop residues. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

An ICFO study published in Nanoletters reports on the development of a colloidal quantum dot photodetector capable of detecting light in the far infrared. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

University of Colorado Cancer Center study shows that cancer-causing MLL gene may also push pluripotent stem cells to make hematopoietic stem cells, a strong step in the decades-long effort to make personalizable, durable blood stem cells. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists studying fossils collected 35 years ago have identified them as the oldest-known scorpion species, a prehistoric animal from about 437 million years ago. The researchers found that the animal likely had the capacity to breathe in both ancient oceans and on land. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The criminologist Professor Klaus Boers (University of Münster) and the sociologist Professor Jost Reinecke (University of Bielefeld) have presented the results of their long-term study 'Crime in the modern city.' The scientists have observed and analyzed the delinquency behavior of around 3,000 young people in German cities for almost 20 years. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers have developed a nondestructive and noninvasive optical technique that can determine the setting times for various types of cement paste, which is used to bind new and old concrete surfaces. The new method could aid in the development of optimized types of cement with less impact on the environment. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Common medical imaging procedures use low doses of radiation that are believed to be safe. A new study, however, finds that in human cell cultures, these doses create breaks that allow extra bits of DNA to integrate into the chromosome. Roland Kanaar and Alex Zelensky of Erasmus University Medical Center and Oncode Institute and colleagues report these new findings in a study published 16th January in PLOS Genetics. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Tropical Cyclone Claudia was dissipating in the Southern Indian Ocean when NASA's Terra satellite captured a visible image of storm as it flew overhead in its orbit around the Earth. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists from Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, and the University of California San Diego have engineered the first breed of genetically modified mosquitoes resistant to spreading all four types of the dengue virus. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

UK scientists have identified a new way to kill pancreatic cancer cells by 'pulling the plug' on the energy generator that fuels calcium pumps on their cell surface. The study, published in the British Journal of Cancer, reports how switching off the cancer's energy supply causes the pancreatic cancer cells to become 'poisoned' by an irreversible build-up of calcium. […]

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Power in the workplace does not stop women's exposure to sexual harassment. On the contrary, women with supervisory positions are harassed more than women employees. These are the results from a new study from the Swedish Institute for Social Research at Stockholm University, which examined the conditions in Sweden, USA and Japan. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Solar-to-fuel conversion offers a promising technology to solve energy problems, yet device performance could be limited by undesired sunlight absorption. Researchers show copper thiocyanate can assist hole transport in oxide photoelectrodes and enable a 4.55% solar-to-hydrogen efficiency in tandem devices. […]

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A team from Nara Institute of Science and Technology, composed of Ph.D. Student Arnaud Delmotte, Professor Yasuhiro Mukaigawa, Associate Professor Takuya Funatomi, Assistant Professor Hiroyuki Kubo, and Assistant Professor Kenichiro Tanaka, has developed a new method to embed information in a 3D printed object and retrieve it using a consumer document scanner. Information such as a serial ID can be embedded without modifying the shape of the object, and be simply extracted from a single image of a commercially available document scanner. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists at EPFL have published two papers showing how genetics affects the ability of different individuals to fight off gut infections. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Contrary to the findings of a 2019 study that associated the release of the Netflix series '13 Reasons Why' with an increase in monthly suicide rates among adolescent boys, a reanalysis of the data by the Annenberg Public Policy Center finds no evidence of contagion. The reanalysis, published today in PLOS ONE, found that after controlling for the dramatic increase in adolescent suicide in recent years, the show's release had no clear effect. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Qing Zhang, Ph.D., and his colleagues identified a possible way to treat tumors while sparing nearby healthy tissue. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The use of antipsychotics is associated with increased risks of head and brain injuries among persons with Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study from the University of Eastern Finland. The risk increase was highest at the initiation of antipsychotic use. The results were published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (JAGS). […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Senescent cells undergo an irreversible and permanent arrest of cell division and are hallmarks of both the aging process and multiple chronic diseases. Senescent cells -- and more importantly the factors they secrete, known collectively as the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP) -- are widely accepted as drivers of aging and multiple age-related diseases. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Older adults from ethnic minority groups report having fewer close friends and fewer friends who live locally than older white people, according a new UCL study. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Fish sticks may be a tasty option for dinner, but are they good for the planet? A new study of the climate impacts of seafood products reveals that the processing of Alaskan pollock into fish sticks, imitation crab, and fish fillets generates significant greenhouse gas emissions. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

New research has discovered that Down's syndrome, Fragile X syndrome and Williams syndrome are all linked to sleep disruption in very young children, and that sleep plays a crucial role in the development of these children's language skills. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Urban growth boundaries are created by governments in an effort to concentrate urban development -- buildings, roads and the utilities that support them -- within a defined area. These boundaries are intended to decrease negative impacts on people and the environment. However, according to a Penn State researcher, policies that aim to reduce urban sprawl may be increasing water pollution. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

'Strange metals' could be the key to finally understanding high-temperature superconductors. After years of research, scientists have now found a way to analyze these materials, answering important questions in materials science. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

When it comes to certain parts of the brain, bigger doesn't necessarily equate to better memory. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Current policies that include restrictions on the sale of menthol flavored tobacco and nicotine products are less likely to reach those that would benefit from them the most, according to new research from the University of Kentucky's College of Medicine. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Research from Michigan State University is one of the first to identify common attributes of cybercrime networks, revealing how these groups function and work together to cause an estimated $445-600 billion of harm globally per year. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The ISSCR is updating its Guidelines to respond to recent scientific advances that include the use of pluripotent stem cell (PSC) to create models of early human embryo development (see Stem Cell Reports 14:1-6). As the science continues to advance, it raises important scientific, clinical, ethical, and societal issues for researchers, regulators, and funding agencies. The ISSCR believes the scientific community must address these challenges to establish parameters for research in this area. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Experimental physicists have combined several measurements of quantum materials into one in their ongoing quest to learn more about manipulating and controlling the behavior of them for possible applications. They even coined a term for it -- magneto-elastoresistance, or MER. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The International Parkinson Disease Genomics Consortium (IPDGC) has now been in existence for ten years. In an article published in the Journal of Parkinson's Disease the consortium reviews the progress made over the past decade in the genomics of Parkinson's disease (PD) and related disorders including Lewy body diseases, progressive supranuclear palsy, and multiple system atrophy and looks ahead at its future direction and research priorities. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The new study explores alpha-synuclein's basic properties, with a focus on a section of the protein known as the non-amyloidal component (NAC). The research was done on fruit fly larvae that were genetically engineered to produce both normal and mutated forms of human alpha-synuclein. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A study led by Dr. Pnina Brodt shows that the liver immune microenvironment reacts to metastatic cells differently in male and that in female mice and estrogen can indirectly contribute to the growth of metastases. These findings provide a rationale for further exploration of the role of sex hormones in female cancer patients and the potential benefits of anti-estrogen drugs such as tamoxifen in the treatment of hormone-independent cancers that metastasize to the liver. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers from Cologne, Heidelberg, Strasbourg and California have observed important characteristics of complex systems in a lab experiment. Their discovery could facilitate the development of quantum technologies. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Cancer patients responded better to immunotherapy and had a better prognosis if their melanoma tumors contained specific clusters of B cells, according to new research from Lund University in Sweden. The study is published in Nature. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A new study from Finland sheds fresh light on how melanoma cells interact with other cells via extracellular vesicles they secrete. The researchers found that extracellular vesicles secreted by melanoma cells use the so-called hedgehog signalling pathway to intensify the malignant properties of the cells they are targeting. The discovery can help in the development of better treatment and diagnostics for melanoma. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

An inexpensive program to help surgery patients get physically and mentally ready for their upcoming operation may help reduce overall costs and get them home faster, according to new research involving hundreds of patients in 21 hospitals. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers were able to track the activity of each neuron in the entire brain of zebrafish larvae and reconstruct the unfolding of neuronal events as the animals repeatedly made 'left or right' choices in a behavioral experiment. The resulting frame-by-frame view of a decision in the making was so detailed that, 10 seconds before the fish responded, the researchers could predict what their next move will be and when they would execute it. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Larotrectinib in tumours with NTRK gene fusion: Data are not yet sufficient for derivation of an added benefitThe small studies on the histology-independent use of the inhibitor have no controls. The amount of other data is also still too small to assess an added benefit. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Activation of the BMP4 signalling pathway presents a new therapeutic strategy to combat metastatic breast cancer, a disease that has shown no reduction in patient mortality over the past 20 years. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Children with elevated exposure to early life stress in the home and elevated prenatal exposure to air pollution exhibited heightened symptoms of attention and thought problems, according to researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and Columbia Psychiatry. Early life stress is common in youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who also often live in areas with greater exposure to air pollution. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A study of more than 4 million Medicaid claims records during a recent seven-year period concludes that less than a third of the nearly 3,800 US adolescents and young adults who experienced a nonfatal opioid overdose got timely (within 30 days) follow-up addiction treatment to curb or prevent future misuse and reduce the risk of a second overdose. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

According to received wisdom, local activism against the establishment of industrial plants follows a cycle, with its highest intensity a short time after mobilization. If a firm stands, activism fades. New research by Fabrizio Perretti and Alessandro Piazza in Strategic Management Journal analyzes the American anti-nuclear movement and finds that the strategic decisions made by a firm affect both the evolution of activism in its own sector and the emergence of mobilization in other industries. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A virtual system for in-home physical therapy (PT) provides good outcomes for patients undergoing rehabilitation following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) -- with lower costs than traditional in-person PT, reports a study in the Jan. 15, 2020, issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery. The journal is published in the Lippincott portfolio in partnership with Wolters Kluwer. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Purdue University researchers are aiming to stump drug counterfeiters with an edible 'security tag' embedded into medicine. To imitate the drug, a counterfeiter would have to uncrack a complicated puzzle of patterns not fully visible to the naked eye. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A team of physicists from McMaster University has developed a process to modify red blood cells so they can be used to distribute drugs throughout the body, which could specifically target infections or treat catastrophic diseases such as cancer or Alzheimer's. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The chess world was amazed when the computer algorithm AlphaZero learned, after just four hours on its own, to beat the best chess programs built on human expertise. Now a research group at Aarhus University in Denmark has used the very same algorithm to control a quantum computer. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, are among the most common organisms on Earth. A research team led by the Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries and Heidelberg University has now shown for the first time that Cyanobacteria produce relevant amounts of methane in oceans, inland waters and on land. Due to climate change, "Cyanobacteria blooms" increase in frequency and extent, amplifying the release of methane from inland waters and oceans to the atmosphere. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Brain imaging may one day be used to help diagnose mental health disorders--including depression and anxiety--with greater accuracy, according to a new study conducted in a large sample of youth at the University of Pennsylvania and led by Antonia Kaczkurkin, PhD and Theodore Satterthwaite, MD. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Diagnosing EVALI--the e-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury illness that's recently garnered national attention--can be challenging. Initial symptoms may resemble pneumonia or go unrecognized, according to case analysis in the Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians (JACEP) Open, a new open access journal. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The giant squid is an elusive giant, but its secrets are about to be revealed. A new study led by the University of Copenhagen has sequenced the creature's entire genome, offering an opportunity to throw some light on its life in the depths of the sea. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Infections are a dreaded threat that can have fatal consequences after an operation, in the treatment of wounds, and during tissue engineering. Biomimetic hydrogels with 'built-in' antimicrobial properties can significantly decrease this danger. In the journal Angewandte Chemie, scientists have now introduced a gel that is activated by red light to produce reactive oxygen compounds that effectively kill bacteria and fungi. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

The study has identified a strategy that may support the regeneration of nerves affected by the injury. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A novel micromotors with obvious structural color was proposed by Professor Yuanjin Zhao, et al. By using functional hydrogel to replicate the structure of photonic colloid clusters which was fabricated through rapid solvent extracting of the droplet templets, structural color barcode micromotors were obtained. And it's indicated that the novel micromotors could not only realize multiplex biosensing but also improve the detection limit, exhibiting great potential in biomedical applications. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Recently, the research teams from Tongji University and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University demonstrate that a compact broadband acoustic absorber can be achieved with coherently coupled 'weak resonances' (resonant sound absorbing systems with low absorption peaks). […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A new study shows that there is a huge disproportion in the level of funding for social science research into the greatest challenge in combating global warming -- how to get individuals and societies to overcome ingrained human habits to make the changes necessary to mitigate climate change. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Older adults with undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea seek more health care, according to a study published in the January issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. The study examined the impact of untreated sleep apnea on health care utilization and costs among Medicare beneficiaries. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers from China for the first time utilized the nanopore sequencing technology to obtain the whole genome from a clinical sample of African swine fever virus. After that they evaluated the quality and feasibility of different approaches for African swine fever virus full genome sequencing. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A specialized Lung Rescue Team established to evaluate and treat patients with obesity receiving mechanical ventilation due to acute respiratory failure has significantly reduced the risk of mortality […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A new study, published in PeerJ, shows how University of Liverpool researchers have used a newly developed eye movement test to improve the understanding of how parts of the brain work. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

A UC San Francisco-led research team has discovered the first conclusive evidence that selection may also occur at the level of the epigenome -- a term that refers to an assortment of chemical "annotations" to the genome that determine whether, when and to what extent genes are activated -- and has done so for tens of millions of years. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers at the University of Malta have discovered a link between diverse genes whose mutation causes the debilitating and fatal human disease known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Convergence in the molecular pathways underlying different ALS-causing genes points to potential new targets for drug development. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 5:00 am

Phase 3 drug trial results on improving sleep for persons living with Alzheimer's disease. The US Hispanic/Latino population is predicted to have the largest increase in Alzheimer's and all dementia by mid-century. Artificial intelligence may help with early detection of dementia. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:49 am

The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology on Wednesday released a draft 2020-2025 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan for public comment. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 4:42 am

The Department of Health and Human Services is urging all healthcare entities to use patches to address several new critical vulnerabilities impacting Microsoft Windows operating systems. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 3:00 am

Typhus is a rare bacterial infection that people can acquire from insect bites. Discover its symptoms, risk factors, and the treatment options available. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 1:00 am

A doctor may recommend a full liquid diet for a short time for people with certain medical conditions. Learn more about what to eat and avoid on the full liquid diet here. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:15 am

Many medical experts have long believed that women simply 'catch up' to men in terms of their cardiovascular risk, but new research shows for the first time that women's blood vessels age at a faster rate than men's. The findings could help to explain why women tend to develop different types of cardiovascular disease and with different timing than men. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:15 am

A stroke appears to create a sticky situation inside the blood vessels of the brain that can worsen damage days, even months later, scientists report. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:15 am

A new study suggests that extremely rare, harmful genetic mutations present in healthy donors' stem cells -- though not causing health problems in the donors -- may be passed on to cancer patients receiving stem cell transplants, potentially creating health problems for the recipients. Among the concerns are heart damage, graft-versus-host disease and possible new leukemias. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:15 am

One in five young people have fatty liver disease (steatosis), with one in 40 having already developed liver scarring (fibrosis), new research has found. The study is the first to attempt to determine the prevalence of fatty liver disease and fibrosis in young healthy adults in the UK. […]

on 16/01/2020 at 12:15 am

There has been a measurable decline in serious heart conditions among adult survivors of childhood cancer since the 1970s, finds a new study. […]

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People who identify as demisexual only experience sexual attraction to another person if they feel a strong emotional bond or connection with them first. Learn more here. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 9:40 pm

Researchers have for the first time demonstrated what happens at the molecular level when two compounds known to inhibit crystal growth were combined, yielding new insights into malaria treatments and, more broadly, improving the process of drug development. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 9:40 pm

Daily exposure to blue wavelength light each morning helps to re-entrain the circadian rhythm so that people get better, more regular sleep which was translated into improvements in cognitive function, reduced daytime sleepiness and actual brain repair. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 9:40 pm

The same neurons responsible for encoding reward also form new memories to suppress fearful ones, according to new research. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 9:40 pm

The cost of prescriptions for multiple sclerosis (MS) drugs nearly tripled over seven years, and the introduction of a generic version of one of the most common drugs had little overall effect on prices, according to a new study. […]

by Samantha Liss on 15/01/2020 at 9:14 pm

The hospital operator expects to pare down its hospital portfolio and allocate at least $175 million each year to buy ambulatory surgery centers throughout the country. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 9:00 pm

A Baker’s cyst is a sac of fluid that forms behind the knee. Here, learn about exercises and remedies that can help with prevention and treatment. […]

by Rebecca Pifer and Shannon Muchmore on 15/01/2020 at 8:59 pm

The payer officials took to the stage at the annual investor conference in San Francisco, speaking on the future of M&A and reflecting on what's sure to be a year focused on policy and politics. […]

by Samantha Liss on 15/01/2020 at 8:21 pm

Lobbying groups said the case could take years to play out without the high court stepping in to hear arguments now. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 8:00 pm

Knee stiffness can limit mobility and prevent a person from carrying out regular tasks and activities. Learn about the causes of knee stiffness and their treatments here. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:46 pm

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is launching a new Division of Digital Healthcare Research and offering funding opportunities, starting with supporting care transitions. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:34 pm

New Jersey, like several other states, is one step closer to shedding its reliance on Healthcare.gov, the federal health insurance exchange platform, and setting up its own state-based health insurance exchange. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:25 pm

Arcadia finished 2019 with an infusion of capital, closing a fully subscribed equity investment of $29.5 million, led by Cigna Ventures. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:05 pm

Researchers say a gene known to be a biomarker of age plays a key role in age-associated functional and anatomical aging in mouse retinas, a finding that has direct relevance to age-related eye diseases. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:05 pm

Although they have no way of identifying their biological fathers, male chimpanzees form intimate bonds with them, a finding that questions the idea of fatherhood in some of humanity's closest relatives, according to a study of wild chimpanzees in Uganda. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- From 2011 to 2017, there was an increase in gross annual expenditures on multiple sclerosis (MS) disease-modifying therapies (DMTs), with increased spending mainly driven by increases in per-prescription costs, according... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- For patients with advanced heart failure, the HeartMate 3 (HM3) left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is superior to the HeartMate II (HMII), regardless of whether the device is a bridge to transplant (BTT) or a... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- The prescription weight control medicine lorcaserin (Belviq, Belviq XR) may increase the risk for cancer, according to the results of a clinical trial assessing the safety of the drug, the U.S. Food and Drug... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Human-to-human transmission of a virus causing an outbreak in central China may be possible, but the risk appears to be low, health officials said Wednesday. In the city of Wuhan, 41 people have received a preliminary... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- It is safe again to buy and eat romaine lettuce grown on farms around Salinas, California, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday. The CDC first issued a warning on Nov. 22, 2019, that... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

There are five stages of having a cold sore: tingling, fluid-filled blisters, burst blisters, dried out sores, and healing. Learn more here. […]

by Rebecca Pifer on 15/01/2020 at 6:33 pm

The report will not impact long-awaited rules promoting interoperability in healthcare, which HHS plans to release early this year. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 6:26 pm

Multiple studies out indicate that a patient's response to immune checkpoint blockade may depend on B cells located in special structures within the tumor. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 6:23 pm

Researchers have discovered gender-based differences in response to therapeutic oxytocin treatment in cocaine-addicted individuals with a history of childhood trauma. Oxytocin has been shown previously to function as a potential therapeutic in cases of addiction by reducing cravings. This study found that only men with past trauma had a reduction in cravings after oxytocin. Surprisingly, women with past trauma had a greater response to visual drug cues following oxytocin. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 6:04 pm

Microtubules, filamentous structures within the cell, are required for many important processes, including cell division and intracellular transport. A research team recently discovered how the spiral-shaped, modular microtubules are formed and how their formation is controlled. These processes were visualized using state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM). […]

on 15/01/2020 at 6:04 pm

The brain is equipped with barriers designed to keep out dangerous pathogens. Researchers have now found a novel way to circumvent the brain's natural defenses when they're counterproductive. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 6:04 pm

'When is my baby going home?' is one of the first questions asked by families of infants admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Now clinicians have a data-based answer. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 6:04 pm

The first animal study of a pig virus' potential to jump to another species shows that the virus, once introduced to a select group of birds, is easily transmitted to healthy chickens and turkeys. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 6:00 pm

Depression is a common symptom before and during a period. Find out why hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle can contribute to depression and learn what to do. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 5:06 pm

A new study shows drinking low-fat milk -- both nonfat and 1% milk -- is significantly associated with less aging in adults. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 5:06 pm

Some plastic food and beverage containers still contain bisphenol A (BPA), which can mimic the hormone estrogen. Although experts say that small amounts of BPA detected in foods are unlikely to cause problems, some people worry that constant low-level exposures could have health effects, especially for developing fetuses, infants and children. Now, researchers report that in mice, BPA activates an immune response that persists for at least three generations. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 5:06 pm

Timely prediction may help prevent the condition using nutritional and lifestyle changes. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 5:06 pm

Biologists have explained for the first time why having a good night's sleep really could prepare us for the rigors of the day ahead. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 5:06 pm

By applying a novel method, biologists have successfully analyzed the metabolism of intact tissues of the fruit fly using a label-free microscopy technique. They used the natural fluorescence of certain metabolic molecules and found that sperm, compared to other tissues, are highly glycolytic. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 5:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Mom and dad may be key in curbing the epidemic of drowsy teens, a new study suggests. American teens aren't getting enough sleep, which can lead to anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts. Sleepy teens also are more... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 4:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- It's safe again to buy and eat romaine lettuce grown on farms around Salinas, California, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday. Back in November, the CDC first issued a warning on Nov. 22... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 4:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- The cost of essential medications for multiple sclerosis have nearly tripled this decade, despite the release of the first generic MS drug, a new study shows. The 2015 release of glatiramer acetate -- the generic version... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 4:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- The effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy (ART) in newborns with HIV is similar whether it begins within days or within weeks, a new study finds. It included 73 infants in South Africa who were born with HIV infection.... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 4:00 pm

Newly published research sets a different standard for hypertension and what constitutes optimal systolic blood pressure for people aged 80 or older. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 4:00 pm

Several conditions can cause a person's hand or hands to feel numb. In this article, learn more about the causes and how to treat them. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 3:00 pm

Stanford University researchers have identified four different biological pathways for aging. This finding may help people slow down aspects of old age. […]

by Hailey Mensik on 15/01/2020 at 2:35 pm

Among all generations, bureaucratic tasks including charts and paperwork were cited most frequently as a factor for professional dissatisfaction and burnout, followed by long hours. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 2:34 pm

A new study predicts millions of additional violent crimes in coming decades. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 2:34 pm

A byproduct of glucose called lactate, used by every cell in the body, may also prompt a mutated cell to become cancerous, according to new research. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 2:09 pm

A new approach to studying the effects of two common chemicals used in cosmetics and sunscreens found they can cause DNA damage in breast cells at surprisingly low concentrations, while the same dose did not harm cells without estrogen receptors. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 2:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) isn't confined to soldiers on the battlefield; it can happen to anyone after a traumatic event -- including pregnancy loss. After a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, 1 in 6 women can... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 2:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Drugs may kill twice as many Americans as government records suggest, a new study claims. In 2016, the reported rate of drug-related deaths among 15- to 64-year-olds was 9% -- compared with about 4% several years earlier... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 2:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Many people turn to the internet with health questions, but how reliable is the information you find? When it comes to probiotics, a new study urges caution. The research found that of 150 websites that came up with a... […]

by Ned Pagliarulo on 15/01/2020 at 2:00 pm

Andelyn Biosciences, named after two children treated with gene therapy at Nationwide, will operate as a for-profit subsidiary of the Ohio-based hospital. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 1:55 pm

New research uncovers the importance of teams and coworkers in shaping productivity, earning potential, and stays of employment. The research analyzed data from Sweden. It found that to earn high wages and returns on education, workers must find coworkers who complement their own skills rather than duplicate them. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:56 pm

People who live in more built up areas and spend less free-time in nature are also less likely to take actions that benefit the environment, such as recycling, buying eco-friendly products, and environmental volunteering. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:56 pm

The future potential of early stage startups can be assessed by their existing professional relationships, research suggests. […]

by Rebecca Pifer on 15/01/2020 at 12:56 pm

The company beat forecasts on Q4 earnings, though revenues of $60.9 billion were slightly lower than Wall Street expectations. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- People considering obesity surgery have a lot to think about, including the specific procedure they want. Now a large study finds that one surgery is tied to a higher rates of hospitalization in the years... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Popular media often portrays heart disease as a man's problem, but new research suggests that women's blood vessels actually age faster than men's do. The new study found that blood pressure started increasing in women... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 20, 2020 -- Surgical removal of the entire tumor may extend the lives of patients with a rare and deadly type of brain cancer called brainstem high-grade gliomas, a new study suggests. Researchers analyzed data from 103 patients in... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- For women, a humdrum sex life might also mean an earlier onset of menopause, a new study suggests. British researchers who tracked the sex lives and menopausal status of nearly 3,000 American women for a decade found... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 (American Heart Association News) -- When Luz Arango was thinking of ways to refresh Lupita's Corner Market, the shop her mother opened in 1993, the plans involved mostly painting, tidying up and rearranging. "Most of our... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Among adults undergoing bariatric surgery, interventions, operations, and hospitalizations are more likely after Roux en Y gastric bypass (RYGB) than after sleeve gastrectomy (SG), according to a study published online... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- In an observational cohort study recently published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, details are presented for an outbreak of enterovirus A71 (EV-A71) neurological disease in children who presented to a Colorado... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Among patients with very high use of health care services, readmission rates were not lower for those assigned to a care-transition program compared with usual care, according to a study published in the Jan. 9 issue of... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Blood pressure (BP) measures progress more rapidly in women than in men, starting in the third decade and continuing through the life course, according to a study published online Jan. 15 in JAMA Cardiology. Hongwei Ji,... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Probiotics information available online is often from commercial sources, and most webpages do not refer to scientific literature, according to a study published online Jan. 15 in Frontiers in Medicine. Marie Neunez, from... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Many women meet the criteria for posttraumatic stress and have moderate/severe anxiety and moderate/severe depression one month after early pregnancy loss, according to a study recently published in the American Journal... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- An artificial intelligence (AI) system can be used to detect and grade prostate cancer in prostate needle biopsy samples, according to a study published online Jan. 8 in The Lancet Oncology. Peter Ström, from the... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- The U.S. approval and regulation processes for pharmaceutical agents have evolved during the last four decades, according to a study published in the Jan. 14 issue of the Journal of the American Medical... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Anomalously warm temperatures may be associated with an increase in injury deaths, according to a research letter published online Jan. 13 in Nature Medicine. Robbie M. Parks, Ph.D., from Imperial College London, and... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- Psychological distress, including stress, anxiety, and depression, is prevalent among women carrying fetuses with congenital heart disease (CHD), and this distress can affect fetal neurological development, according to a... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:18 am

 Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is the most common type of leukemia in adults. It is characterized by the pathological expansion... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:17 am

 Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is the most common type of leukemia in adults. It is characterized by the pathological expansion... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:13 am

 Mannan-binding lectin (MBL) is a main component of the lectin pathway of the complement system. Lower MBL levels are associated... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:12 am

 Mannan-binding lectin (MBL) is a main component of the lectin pathway of the complement system. Lower MBL levels are associated... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:12 am

 Mannan-binding lectin (MBL) is a main component of the lectin pathway of the complement system. Lower MBL levels are associated... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:09 am

 Most colorectal cancers are due to old age and lifestyle factors, with only a small number of cases due to... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:08 am

 Most colorectal cancers are due to old age and lifestyle factors, with only a small number of cases due to... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 11:00 am

New research in mice and cell cultures shows for the first time that a key circular RNA can block the spread of aggressive skin cancer. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 9:01 am

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- If you can't quite bring yourself to declutter your home and toss out unneeded possessions, one reason why might surprise you. Researchers say the emotional tug you feel might be loneliness. "When consumers make... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 9:01 am

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 15, 2020 -- An experimental flu vaccine gave mice long-lasting protection against six different flu virus strains, researchers report. The nanoparticle vaccine contains two major influenza proteins -- matrix protein 2 ectodomain... […]

by Nick Paul Taylor on 15/01/2020 at 9:01 am

"It’s still a very fragmented marketplace. There’s plenty of opportunity for us to consolidate it," Quest CEO Steve Rusckowski said. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 8:01 am

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: Americans Drinking More Than Before Prohibition Alcohol consumption by Americans has been on the rise for two decades and is now greater than... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:01 am

-- If you cannot stop picking at scabs or bumps, you may have a condition called skin picking disorder (SPD). The urge to pick at the skin affects at least 5 million Americans, says Harvard Medical School. To tackle the issue, the school... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 7:01 am

-- It is important to remember that apple cider vinegar is not a magic cure-all. But it does have some health benefits, says the University of Chicago Medicine. The school says the product may: Help control blood sugar. Decrease levels of... […]

on 15/01/2020 at 4:42 am

The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s venture capital and commercialization arm will invest $1 billion over the next five years to advance promising new therapeutics, diagnostics and devices. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 3:44 am

Women who engage in sexual activity weekly or monthly have a lower risk of entering menopause early relative to those who report having some form of sex less than monthly, according to a new study. […]

on 15/01/2020 at 3:44 am

One in six women experience long-term post-traumatic stress following miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. […]

on 14/01/2020 at 10:36 pm

Protein editorial assistants are clearing the way for cut-and-paste DNA editors, like CRISPR, to access previously inaccessible genes of interest. Opening up these areas of the genetic code is critical to improving CRISPR efficiency and moving toward futuristic, genetic-based assaults on disease. […]

on 14/01/2020 at 7:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Even when they're not high on marijuana, recreational users of the drug display signs of impaired driving, a new study finds. The findings may come as a surprise to many, said senior study author Staci Gruber, director of... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Ill and injured children and their families have unique needs that should be considered in emergency medical services (EMS) protocols and operations, according to a new joint policy statement published in the January issue... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is expected to pose a significant clinical and economic burden during the next 20 years for U.S. patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), according to a study published online Jan.... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- State dense-breast notification (DBN) laws are not associated with increased understanding of the clinical implications of breast density, according to a study published online Jan. 8 in the Journal of General Internal... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- A bill that would ban the sale of flavored vaping products was passed Monday by New Jersey lawmakers. The bill -- which forbids the sale and distribution of vaping products with a "distinguishable flavor, taste, or aroma"... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 7:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- For hemodialysis patients, use of an online portal is associated with an increased likelihood of receiving a kidney transplant at four or five years, according to a study published online Jan. 8 in the Journal of the... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 5:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Air pollution from brake pads may pose a significant respiratory health risk, British researchers say. "At this time, the focus on diesel exhaust emissions is completely justified by the scientific literature, but we... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 4:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- U.S. cancer survivors have surprisingly high rates of alcohol use, researchers say. "This study highlights the prevalence of current alcohol use among cancer survivors, including an increase in alcohol intake over time and... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 2:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Severe deprivation in childhood can lead to a smaller-than-normal brain, lower IQ and attention deficits in early adulthood, a new study suggests. Researchers analyzed MRI brain scans of 67 young adults, ages 23 to 28, who... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 2:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- New drugs are being approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for patients based on less and less solid evidence, thanks to incentive programs that have been created to promote drug development, a new study... […]

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on 14/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 (American Heart Association News) -- Researchers who went into one of the nation's poorest regions to educate people about their health ended up getting a few lessons themselves – and together, they made some striking... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Researchers report they have developed a machine that can repair injured livers and keep them alive outside the body for up to a week. They said the machine could one day increase the number of livers available for... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:01 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Far too many U.S. children with autism are waiting too long for a diagnosis, new research shows, and those delays can greatly affect their quality of life. About one in every four 8-year-olds assessed in the new study was... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Vital exhaustion is associated with an increased risk for incident atrial fibrillation, according to a study published online Jan. 13 in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. Parveen K. Garg, M.D., from the... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- From 2009 to 2016, more physicians entering the Medicare program worked at large group or hospital-owned practices than small group or independent practices, according to a research letter published online Jan. 14 in the... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- From 2001 to 2016, there was a decrease or stagnation in IQ losses from exposure to polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), methylmercury, and lead, according to a study published online Jan. 14 in Molecular and Cellular... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- More than one-third of cancer patients report exceeding moderate drinking levels, according to a study published in the January issue of the Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Nina N. Sanford, M.D., from... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

TUESDAY, Jan. 14, 2020 -- Many patients who are eligible for total knee replacement do not have the procedure within two years, according to research published online Jan. 13 in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery. Hassan M.K. Ghomrawi, Ph.D.,... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Patient, Health Professional, Pharmacy ISSUE: The FDA is alerting the public that results from a clinical trial assessing safety show a possible increased risk of cancer with the weight management medicine Belviq, Belviq XR... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 11:17 am

 Autoantibodies directed against platelet glycoproteins have long been accepted as a major pathophysiologic mechanism in immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), but platelet... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 11:15 am

 Autoantibodies directed against platelet glycoproteins have long been accepted as a major pathophysiologic mechanism in immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), but platelet... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 11:07 am

 Liver cancer is composed mostly of primary liver cancers and secondary liver cancers. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), as the major type... […]

on 14/01/2020 at 11:05 am

 Liver cancer is composed mostly of primary liver cancers and secondary liver cancers. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), as the major type... […]

by Guest Author on 14/01/2020 at 11:00 am

When faced with a capital project, hospital executives must decide if an existing software will do the job or if they need to customize one for their needs. In this guest post, Josh Nathan, a consultant for a California-based healthcare management consulting firm, offers five key factors to consider when developing a customized tool for […] [MORE […]

on 13/01/2020 at 4:28 pm

At least 55 million children in the WHO/European Region experience some form of violence during their childhood, including physical, sexual, emotional and psychological violence. Despite the magnitude, it is well established that the incidence of interpersonal violence is widely underreported. […]

on 13/01/2020 at 10:46 am

Each year, at least 55 million children experience some form of violence in the WHO European Region, including physical, sexual, emotional and psychological violence. Despite the magnitude of this figure, it is well established that incidents of interpersonal violence are widely underreported. […]

on 13/01/2020 at 9:58 am

 Infections are the leading cause of perinatal mortality in low- and middle-income countries, which have a higher prevalence of infections,... […]

on 13/01/2020 at 9:52 am

 Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is the most prevalent adult acute leukemia, which is characterized by abnormal proliferation and the accumulation... […]

on 10/01/2020 at 12:47 pm

The international medical journal, The Lancet, has published an article demonstrating the benefits of integrated and people-centred services in responding to the rise of HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and viral hepatitis in eastern European and central Asian countries of the WHO European Region. […]

on 10/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy January 10, 2020 -- Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. (“Taro” or the “Company”) is voluntarily recalling one (1) lot of Lamotrigine 100 mg Tablets, Lot # 331771 (expiration... […]

on 10/01/2020 at 9:11 am

On 31 December 2019, the WHO China Country Office was informed of cases of pneumonia of unknown cause detected in the city of Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Chinese authorities have made a preliminary determination of a new coronavirus, identified in a hospitalized person with pneumonia in Wuhan. […]

on 10/01/2020 at 9:06 am

Ana Sajovic is a community nurse in a health care centre in Kranj, Slovenia. “I usually visit 7 to 10 patients a day,” explains Ana. “The curative visits are on the request of doctors, and I provide preventive care when I see the need. I may visit a newborn and find that the baby’s grandmother is present. I would then carry out a preventive health check on the grandmother,” she says. […]

on 09/01/2020 at 1:15 pm

 Infections are common, yet life-threatening complications that affect immuno-compromised cancer patients and bloodstream infection (BSI) is a common, life-threatening complication... […]

on 09/01/2020 at 1:09 pm

 The tumor microenvironment includes surrounding blood vessels, immune cells, fibroblasts, signaling molecules, and the extracellular matrix that encapsulate the cancerous... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 1:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy January 8, 2020 -- Denton Pharma, Inc. dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals, an affiliate of Northwind Pharmaceuticals, LLC (“Northwind”) today announced the voluntary recall of all unexpired... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy January 8, 2020 -- Mylan N.V. today announced that its U.S. based Mylan Pharmaceuticals business is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall, to the consumer level, of three lots of Nizatidine... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 7:53 am

 Chagas disease, caused by infection with the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, is the neglected tropical disease exerting a highest burden... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 7:52 am

 Chagas disease, caused by infection with the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, is the neglected tropical disease exerting a highest burden... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 7:48 am

 Most bladder cancers start in the innermost lining of the bladder, which is called the urothelium or transitional epithelium. As... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 7:43 am

 Globally, of the 200 million adults who undergo major surgery, 18% will experience serious cardiac and vascular complications including death... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 7:43 am

 Globally, of the 200 million adults who undergo major surgery, 18% will experience serious cardiac and vascular complications including death... […]

on 08/01/2020 at 7:43 am

 Globally, of the 200 million adults who undergo major surgery, 18% will experience serious cardiac and vascular complications including death... […]

on 07/01/2020 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy January 07, 2020 -- Appco Pharma LLC (Appco) is voluntarily recalling all quantities and lots, within expiry, of Ranitidine Hydrochloride Capsules to the Consumer level. Ranitidine Hydrochloride... […]

by Guest Author on 07/01/2020 at 11:00 am

Keeping patients safe while making them better is every hospital’s goal. But things happen, right? Maybe, but in this guest post, Rosemary Baczewski, RN, MA, LSSMBB, chief clinical officer at Greater Hudson Valley Health System, details how GHVHS is working toward its goal of zero harms. ________________________________________________________ Most adult Americans are familiar with the healthcare dictum, […] [MORE […]

on 07/01/2020 at 10:25 am

 Currently, virologists estimate that 1.67 million unknown viruses are in animals, a number of which can be transmitted to humans.... […]

on 07/01/2020 at 10:24 am

 Currently, virologists estimate that 1.67 million unknown viruses are in animals, a number of which can be transmitted to humans.... […]

on 07/01/2020 at 10:20 am

 To reduce the risk of drug-induced hemolysis, all patients should be tested for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency (G6PDd) prior to... […]

on 07/01/2020 at 10:19 am

 To reduce the risk of drug-induced hemolysis, all patients should be tested for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency (G6PDd) prior to... […]

on 07/01/2020 at 10:19 am

 To reduce the risk of drug-induced hemolysis, all patients should be tested for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency (G6PDd) prior to... […]

on 06/01/2020 at 1:46 pm

 Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide health problem and its prevalence is rising, particularly in the elderly, mainly reflecting... […]

on 06/01/2020 at 1:46 pm

 Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide health problem and its prevalence is rising, particularly in the elderly, mainly reflecting... […]

on 03/01/2020 at 10:03 am

WHO Regional Office for Europe’s project on Cultural Contexts of Health and Well-being (CCH) has been awarded the 2019 Global Aesthetic Achievement of the Year for its work on arts and health, notably the publication of the Health Evidence Network (HEN) synthesis report “What is the evidence on the role of the arts in improving health and well-being? A scoping review” (2019). […]

on 03/01/2020 at 7:55 am

 Nova Biomedical (Waltham, MA, USA) has launched the BioProfile FLEX2 On-Line Autosampler (OLS), a modular system that connects as many... […]

on 03/01/2020 at 7:52 am

 The global hematology diagnostic devices and equipment market was valued at about USD 1.9 billion in 2018 and is projected... […]

on 02/01/2020 at 9:10 am

 Circularized DNA falling outside of linear chromosomes may serve as a recurrent source of somatic rearrangements in neuroblastoma, a pediatric... […]

on 02/01/2020 at 9:01 am

 Pediatric or childhood obesity is the most prevalent nutritional disorder among children and adolescents worldwide. Approximately 43 million individuals are... […]

on 02/01/2020 at 9:01 am

 Pediatric or childhood obesity is the most prevalent nutritional disorder among children and adolescents worldwide. Approximately 43 million individuals are... […]

on 01/01/2020 at 9:10 am

 Caused by the tick-borne spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi, Lyme disease (LD) is the most common vector-borne infectious disease in North America... […]

on 31/12/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy December 31, 2019 -- Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. is voluntarily recalling lot number 03119002A3 of Mirtazapine Tablets to the consumer level. The product is being recalled due to a label error on... […]

by Guest Author on 31/12/2019 at 11:00 am

Prescriptions are just one part of improving patients’ health. In this guest post G. Cameron Deemer, president of a technology company that connects people at patient care touchpoints, shows how patient engagement can reduce prescription abandonment. ________________________________________________________ Medicines can’t help patients if they don’t take them – and not taking needed medications can cause serious […] [MORE […]

on 31/12/2019 at 7:48 am

 Umbilical cord blood transplantation (CBT) has become an accepted alternative treatment of patients with hematologic cancers or other disorders. Many... […]

on 31/12/2019 at 7:22 am

 Researchers from UT Southwestern (Dallas, TX, USA) have developed a software tool that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to recognize cancer... […]

on 26/12/2019 at 8:43 am

 A simple, yet sophisticated biotech-based assay for the detection of fluoride levels was successfully tested in the laboratory and in... […]

by Guest Author on 24/12/2019 at 11:00 am

Mobile messaging offers the healthcare industry a simple and cost-effective way to communicate ePHI, but it also introduces a variety of security risks. In this guest post, Ian Reither, COO of a company that provides a cloud-based platform that offers access to carrier grade voice services over the internet, identifies what those risks are and […] [MORE […]

on 24/12/2019 at 10:35 am

 The global lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA) based rapid test market was estimated to be worth USD 4.72 billion in 2018... […]

on 23/12/2019 at 12:37 pm

 Mast Group Ltd. (Liverpool, UK) announced the expansion of its molecular product portfolio with the launch of the new MAST... […]

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on 19/12/2019 at 3:00 pm

With 44% Female Board Members, AMN is among leaders on Fortune 1000 […]

on 19/12/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy December 19, 2019 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that serious breathing difficulties may occur in patients using gabapentin (Neurontin, Gralise, Horizant) or pregabalin... […]

on 19/12/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy Lannett Company, Inc. today announced that it is voluntarily recalling two (2) lots of Levetiracetam Oral Solution, 100mg/mL to the consumer level due to contamination with Bacillus subtilis. The... […]

on 19/12/2019 at 10:46 am

This was an important year for WHO/Europe. From working towards more affordable health care to electing a new Regional Director, much has been achieved over the past 12 months. The Region also celebrated some important anniversaries, including a quarter century of the Regions for Health Network and 30 years of tackling the most significant environmental threats to human health. While plenty of work remains, here we look back at some key moments of the last year. The stories highlight achievements across the Region as well as some specific country initiatives. […]

on 19/12/2019 at 10:43 am

This was an important year for WHO/Europe. From working towards more affordable health care to electing a new Regional Director, much has been achieved over the past 12 months. The Region also celebrated some important anniversaries, including a quarter century of the Regions for Health Network and 30 years of tackling the most significant environmental threats to human health. While plenty of work remains, here we look back at some key moments of the last year. The stories highlight achievements across the Region as well as some specific country initiatives. […]

on 19/12/2019 at 8:33 am

WHO has been scaling up its activities to promote health literacy as an essential tool to address public health challenges and to support countries in implementing health literacy projects. On 6–7 November 2019, WHO conducted a training in Moscow, Russian Federation, for 9 eastern European and central Asian countries on developing, implementing and evaluating national health literacy projects focused on tackling noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). […]

on 19/12/2019 at 8:30 am

Despite a reduction globally, countries are set to miss the WHO global target of reducing tobacco use by 30% by 2025. In addition, in 5 years, the WHO European Region is expected to have the highest average smoking rate compared to other WHO regions. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 18/12/2019 at 12:19 pm

Are you a healthcare scientist or cancer systems professional in London with a workplace challenge around cancer diagnostics? Would you like time and support from peers to consider these challenges and... Read More The post New opportunity for healthcare scientists working in cancer diagnostics in London appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 18/12/2019 at 8:03 am

“We doulas build a bridge between the migrant women and the midwives. The midwives and doulas have different roles and by working together we create a calm environment, we make the women feel relaxed and safe,” says Rima Hanna, who has been a doula for over a year. Rima is originally from Syria but has been living in Sweden for more than 20 years. During her time as a doula, she estimates that she has helped about 70 women. […]

on 17/12/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy December 17, 2019 -- Glenmark Pharmaceutical Inc., USA (“Glenmark”) today announced the voluntary recall of all unexpired lots of Ranitidine Tablets, 150 mg and 300 mg, to the consumer... […]

by Guest Author on 17/12/2019 at 11:00 am

Physician burnout’s a big issue in health care. And one of the leading contributors to burnout is electronic health records. In this guest post, Caesar Djavaherian, MD, co-founder of a modern, tech-enabled healthcare provider designed to put patient-care first, explains how to lower burnout rates through technology. ________________________________________________________ Today, one of the leading concerns for physicians […] [MORE […]

by AHCS Administrator on 11/12/2019 at 11:42 am

The winners of the Advancing Healthcare Awards Wales 2019 – for AHPs, healthcare scientists & pharmacists were announced last week in Cardiff. Healthcare Scientist of the Year was Clive Morgan, Managing... Read More The post ADVANCING HEALTHCARE AWARDS WALES 2019 appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by Guest Author on 10/12/2019 at 3:17 pm

Hospitals are challenged every day due to clinician shortages. In this guest post, Chris Hermann, MD, PhD, MS, BS, founder and CEO of Clean Hands-Safe Hands, details how the Internet of Things (IoT) can help reduce provider burnout and high turnover. ________________________________________________________ The clinician shortage is a dilemma for most hospitals today. It’s projected that […] [MORE […]

on 09/12/2019 at 1:00 pm

Unconscious Bias is the Main Cause of Pay Discrepancies, Doctors Say […]

by Guest Author on 03/12/2019 at 11:00 am

As health care’s reliance on technology becomes greater – and it will – security risks continue to grow. In this guest post, David Wagner, president and CEO of an email security company, offers best practices for organizations looking to implement and maintain successful compliance strategies. ________________________________________________________ Hospitals are alive with activity and awash with information. Just […] [MORE […]

by Jess White on 27/11/2019 at 8:22 pm

Hospitals must make sure patients of all backgrounds receive the same treatment and attention from clinical staff when they’re admitted for care. While most doctors and nurses don’t intentionally treat patients differently, implicit bias could unknowingly affect their actions. And technology they’re relying on for assistance may not be helping matters.  A popular algorithm in […] [MORE […]

by Guest Author on 26/11/2019 at 11:00 am

In this guest post, Joel Barthelemy, founder and CEO of a virtual health company, explains how implementing a virtual health program can provide a foundation for consistent care coordination, exceptional patient experience and advantages for physicians. ________________________________________________________ Ask providers to name the benefits of telemedicine and they’ll probably say increasing access to care and cost […] [MORE […]

by AHCS Administrator on 22/11/2019 at 9:26 am

        The Advancing Healthcare Awards UK are now open to AHPs and healthcare scientists throughout the UK, recognising and celebrating the achievements of these professions and those... Read More The post The Advancing Healthcare Awards UK are now open to AHPs and healthcare scientists throughout the UK appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 19/11/2019 at 12:27 pm

            National Healthcare Science Week, run by the office of the Chief Scientific Officer, is an annual celebration and opportunity to raise awareness of the... Read More The post Healthcare Science Week 2020 appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 19/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 19, 2019 -- Precision Dose Inc. is voluntarily recalling 5 lots of Ranitidine Oral Solution, USP 150 mg/10 mL to the consumer level. Ranitidine Oral Solution, USP 150 mg/10 mL, is being... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 19/11/2019 at 11:44 am

The Office for National Statistics requested feedback on the draft Extended Major Group document – see previous article here. In view of the impending election, the next phase is being... Read More The post UPDATE: SOC-Extension stakeholder engagement appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by Guest Author on 19/11/2019 at 11:00 am

The number of urgent care centers in the United States continues to grow – with more than 8,800 currently, up from 8,125 in 2018 – due to a need in the marketplace and patient preferences for on-demand access to care. Hospitals and health systems recognize the value urgent care centers bring by offering convenient and […] [MORE […]

on 15/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 15, 2019 -- Golden State Medical Supply, Incorporated (GSMS, Inc) based upon a manufacturer’s recall by Novitium Pharma LLC (Novitium), is voluntarily instituting a recall of all... […]

on 13/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumers November 13, 2019 -- Nature’s Rx is voluntarily recalling lot: 01251ZX1, Expiry Date: 11/2022 of Silver Bullet (10 Male Enhancement Capsules). This recall has been initiated after an FDA laboratory analysis found the... […]

on 13/11/2019 at 11:00 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy Investigation ongoing – This page to be updated as more information is available IMPORTANT: Medications containing only amlodipine or hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) are not being recalled.... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 12/11/2019 at 5:01 pm

The Mullany Fund are a social mobility organisation based at Swansea University that run a Lottery funded e-Mentoring programme for young people to provide them with support on their studies... Read More The post The Mullany Fund is recruiting more volunteer mentors studying or working in life sciences or healthcare appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 12/11/2019 at 3:00 pm

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on 12/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 12, 2019 -- Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC. Bridgewater, New Jersey is voluntarily recalling Ranitidine Tablets, 150 mg and 300 mg, and Ranitidine Syrup (Ranitidine Oral Solution, USP), 15... […]

on 08/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 8, 2019 -- American Health Packaging is voluntarily recalling eight lots of Ranitidine Syrup (Ranitidine Oral Solution USP) 150 mg/10 mL Liquid Unit Dose Cups to the consumer level due to... […]

on 08/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumers November 8, 2019 -- Med Man Distribution is voluntarily recalling all lots of Up2 Dietary supplement There is no other all-natural libido for men and women to the consumer level. FDA laboratory analysis has found Up2 Dietary... […]

on 06/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 6, 2019 -- Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall of 1 lot of Ranitidine Tablets 150mg to the retail level and 37 lots of Ranitidine Capsules 150mg, Ranitidine Capsules... […]

on 05/11/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 5, 2019 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is updating our 2017 safety communication to remind the public, health care providers, lab personnel, and lab test developers that... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 31/10/2019 at 5:13 pm

            Click to view the Programme for the SCST National Update Meeting, held on 22nd November 2019. Click to view the Poster. The post SCST National Update Meeting 2019 appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 31/10/2019 at 9:45 am

The Clinical Scientist trailblazer group are currently developing an apprenticeship standard at level 7 for the role of the HCPC registered Clinical Scientist. Dr Robert Farley, co-chair of the Clinical... Read More The post Draft Clinical Scientist Apprenticeship Standard Consultation appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 30/10/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy October 30, 2019 -- ICU Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: ICUI) is voluntarily recalling one single lot of Lactated Ringer's Injection, USP, and one single lot of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. The products are... […]

on 28/10/2019 at 1:07 pm

Cancer researchers developed a 29 gene–based weighted prognostic score for predicting event-free survival and overall survival of patients suffering from... […]

on 28/10/2019 at 1:00 pm

A method has been described that simplifies preparation of tumor genomic DNA libraries by employing restriction enzymes and in vitro... […]

on 26/10/2019 at 12:00 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy October 26, 2019 -- Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of one lot (see table below) of Alprazolam Tablets, USP C-IV 0.5 mg, to the consumer/user level. This lot is... […]

on 23/10/2019 at 9:57 pm

Results of a recent study supported the use of adhesive tape strips to obtain biopsy specimens for the diagnosis of... […]

on 23/10/2019 at 9:53 pm

A team of Chinese researchers has described the development of a new and powerful tool for the diagnosis and treatment... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 17/10/2019 at 4:38 pm

The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) has published an annual report on our Welsh Language Scheme. You can read the report here. The post HCPC publishes annual report on our Welsh language obligations appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 17/10/2019 at 4:36 pm

Marc Seale, who has so diligently served the HCPC and built it from a small organisation to one of the UK’s largest, independent regulators, has decided to leave following the... Read More The post Change of Chief Executive for HCPC appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 14/10/2019 at 4:29 pm

A large GWAS (genome-wide association study) highlighted genetic loci associated with the metabolic regulation of serum levels of uric acid... […]

by jlagasse on 03/07/2019 at 4:19 pm

Some industry experts are guardedly optimistic about the order's intended effects, but opinions are mixed, and concerns vary. […]

by rickdagley on 03/06/2019 at 12:00 pm

HIMSS Media in June will interview experts about how they take on risk, prove outcomes and become more profitable in a post-capitated world. […]

by catherine.sturman on 03/01/2019 at 8:47 am

At the start of 2018, the healthcare industry found itself in the midst of a significant change including the adoption of the public cloud, multi-cloud access, the widespread use of emerging technologies like machine learning and artificial intelligence and planning around increasingly complex regul... […]

by catherine.sturman on 30/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

The news has recently been full of stories documenting the rise of technology in the NHS: from the role of artificial intelligence in treating Parkinson’s disease, to Matt Hancock’s call for a greater deployment and use of apps in our health service – there are seemingly never-ending opportunities f... […]

by catherine.sturman on 29/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

Open enrollment in 2019 marked an uncertain time for healthcare consumers across the US. Due to recent federal decisions, premiums for individual health insurance plans are more in flux than ever. While this is undoubtedly an uncertain time for patients, these changes are also inducing anxiety for h... […]

by catherine.sturman on 28/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

The 999-emergency service was first introduced in the 1930s. The last nine decades have seen the service expand from handling more than 1,000 calls in its first week of operation in London, to around 560,000 calls a week. This amounts to around 30mn calls a year, according to BT's arc... […]

by catherine.sturman on 27/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

As 2018 witnessed unexpected mergers and partnerships, robust digital health innovations and continued policy shifts in the healthcare sector, at Elsevier, we think 2019 will bring about significant changes in health IT infrastructure with patient data at the center of it all. Analytics will ... […]

by catherine.sturman on 22/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

Lightweight headset tech will help clinical workers reduce unwanted hold-ups, improve workflow and a much improved patient experience The notion of a community healthcare clinic is constantly evolving from the traditional model of a local clinic staffed by general practitioners and nurses, servin... […]

by catherine.sturman on 21/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

Like all public healthcare systems, the NHS is confronted with huge challenges, both operationally and financially. With providers’ deficits rising year on year, achieving statutory service standards and performance targets becomes ever more difficult. Compounding this, commissioners (in England) fa... […]

by catherine.sturman on 20/12/2018 at 10:38 am

Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) have entered into an agreement to create a premier global consumer healthcare company. Pfizer will contribute its consumer healthcare business to GSK's existing consumer healthcare business, where 2017 global sales for the combined business have reached up to $12.7 b... […]

by catherine.sturman on 20/12/2018 at 9:19 am

Gemma Platt, managing executive for Vigilant Software, explores the challenges of data-sharing in the NHS and how data mapping could provide much needed clarity and better GDPR compliance There is an overwhelming amount of data collected and stored in the NHS. On one hand, it can be an incredibly... […]

by catherine.sturman on 17/12/2018 at 10:25 am

Imagine the following situation: The CIO of a hospital group has been asked, by the CEO, to develop a digital care business case to improve the lives of patients with chronic conditions. This will impact the way the hospital delivers ambulatory, inpatient, outpatient and day surgery servic... […]

by catherine.sturman on 15/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

When the NHS turned 70 years old in July, its present to the UK population was the launch of a new app, promising patients access to a range of services on-demand.  It’s not just a case of innovation for innovation’s sake. The launch is a huge opportunity for everyone to contribute to better... […]

by catherine.sturman on 11/12/2018 at 2:12 pm

Clustermarket, the leading UK online scientific equipment sharing and booking platform, has enlisted the support of GE Healthcare’s Life Sciences business in an agreement aimed at helping innovators in the UK access specialised life sciences and biotech equipment. “The demand for state-of-the-art... […]

by catherine.sturman on 10/12/2018 at 9:49 am

We take a look at some of the top 10 healthcare innovations which are transforming the sector 10. Telehealth The telehealth market is booming. Consumers are leading increasingly busy lifestyles, with up to 60% favouring digitally-led services. Providing clinical care at a distance, increasing ... […]

by catherine.sturman on 04/12/2018 at 8:33 am

Bacterial infections remain a leading cause of death in children five years and under. Following a call from the World Health Organization (WHO) to develop affordable and improved formulations for young children which are also heat-stable, Novartis’ generic division, Sandoz, has led the way in devel... […]

by catherine.sturman on 03/12/2018 at 8:51 am

The health insurance industry is undergoing a rapid transformation. Escalating healthcare costs amidst a diverse global demographic has presented a multitude of challenges for insurers in meeting member needs on a global scale. Moving towards a consumer-centric healthcare model, patients are demandi... […]

by catherine.sturman on 01/12/2018 at 3:00 pm

Since the first pharmacy opened in the 1700s, advances in medicine have transformed how we live and manage our health. We are living longer and conditions that were once terminal are now manageable through innovation in medication and the development of drugs. One area that hasn’t changed so dra... […]

by catherine.sturman on 01/12/2018 at 2:00 pm

  The December edition of Healthcare Global is live. This month, we spoke with Dr Harald Nusser, Head of Novartis Social Business (NSB) regarding the organisation’s non-financial collaboration with the Global Antibiotic Research & Development Partnership (GARDP), to develop a dispersi... […]

by catherine.sturman on 30/11/2018 at 3:04 pm

Technology giants are continually looking at ways to enter the healthcare space. Announcing its acquisition of PillPack earlier this year, as well as its partnership with Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan, Amazon sent shockwaves through the industry, leading pharmaceutical shares to plunge. Growing... […]

by catherine.sturman on 29/11/2018 at 9:52 am

GE Healthcare has revealed that it will open a new biotechnology manufacturing centre at the Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst (SBC) Open Innovation Campus, in Stevenage in the UK. In the first half of 2019, the centre will start producing a fibre-based purification platform, which has the potential to ... […]

by jfinison on 26/11/2018 at 8:12 pm

Ali Slimani, Cerner's general manager of strategic partnerships for Middle East sales, says Cerner is aligned with IHI's "Quadruple Aim," which includes improving patient and clinician experience, creating better healthcare outcomes well as lowering overall cost of care. […]

by catherine.sturman on 24/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

As the world’s third largest economy, Japan is leading the way for aging societies. This transformative initiative has significant implementations for the economic growth of the UK, representing immense business opportunities as its population also ages. This was the takeaway of an engaging discu... […]

by catherine.sturman on 23/11/2018 at 7:57 am

Revisiting existing network topologies in order to lay the foundations for a more secure future for individuals’ data. Blockchain and other Web3 technologies, particularly in the past two years, have risen to prominence as solutions for a myriad of long-standing issues. Indeed, innovators in the ... […]

by catherine.sturman on 22/11/2018 at 12:00 pm

Technology companies are increasingly entering the health space with enthusiasm and determination. The recent partnership of Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPM is no exception. Hiring a number of renowned healthcare experts in their chosen fields, Dana Gelb Safran, Senior Vice President of enter... […]

by catherine.sturman on 21/11/2018 at 9:35 am

America’s hospitals are working to keep up with the growing need for physicians and medical staff. Demand is accelerating, and the supply is not keeping pace: A study by the Association of American Medical Colleges predicts that the US will face a shortage of anywhere from 42,600 to 121,300 physicia... […]

by catherine.sturman on 20/11/2018 at 11:02 am

Boston Scientific has announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire UK business BTG plc., for $4.2bn. BTG is known for the development and commercialisation of products used in minimally-invasive procedures targeting cancer and vascular diseases, as well as acute care pharmaceuticals. T... […]

by catherine.sturman on 19/11/2018 at 11:28 am

TIAA Bank has announced its plans to acquire the $1.5bn portfolio of healthcare equipment leases and loans from GE Capital’s Healthcare Equipment Finance (HEF) business. It will significantly expand TIAA Bank’s commercial banking business and enhance its ability to provide a full range of financial ... […]

by catherine.sturman on 17/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

FMD (Falsified Medicines Directive) legislation will become effective on 9th February 2019. It requires that all pharmacies - whether they are hospital or community based - to ‘sign out’ all the pharmaceutical products they dispense against a national database, the National Medicines Verification Sy... […]

by catherine.sturman on 16/11/2018 at 10:18 am

In every patient encounter, clinical decisions represent the finely balanced combination of patient preferences, evidence, and clinician experience. Those individual decisions can contribute to care variability in a region, among a population, or for a particular condition. Clinical decision support... […]

by catherine.sturman on 15/11/2018 at 8:15 am

There is no denying the fact that people are living longer – so much so, that centenarians are actually the fastest growing age group in the UK. On the surface, this is great news and a testament to advances in medical science. Yet in a time of resource strain and budget cuts within the NHS, this in... […]

by catherine.sturman on 14/11/2018 at 10:00 am

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the healthcare sector in the UK is under ever-greater pressure to do more with less. As the population both expands and ages, and as cutting-edge new treatments and innovations become available – at a cost – the NHS needs to deal with more challenges, choo... […]

by dale.benton on 13/11/2018 at 9:54 am

Offering medical record, revenue cycle, patient engagement, care coordination, and population health services, health provider athenahealth has agreed to be acquired by Veritas Capital and Evergreen Coast Capital for $5.7bnm or $135 per share. The per share purchase price represents a premium of... […]

by catherine.sturman on 12/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

The healthcare industry is rapidly developing data-driven technology solutions to further patient-centered care all while reducing costs. With the healthcare landscape shifting to an on-demand delivery system of medical services and solutions, healthcare providers and hospitals are turning to DevOps... […]

by catherine.sturman on 10/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

A transformational new way to secure and ensure the integrity of data has come to healthcare, and it has the potential to impact almost every corner of the industry. Players including Humana, Optum, UnitedHealthcare and Quest Diagnostics have started to explore blockchain near its roots in cryptocur... […]

by catherine.sturman on 09/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

Accessing your own medical files is often a complex task. It might be your medical file, but you are far from owning it. You might have requested medical data transfers between two facilities - but these are often slow and fraught with errors. The information might relate to you as a patient, b... […]

by catherine.sturman on 08/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

As 2018 draws to a close, healthcare represents a key target for cybercriminals worldwide. Not only are security threats developing at a rapid rate, many cash-strapped hospitals and trusts are also forced to rely on IT systems that often consist of a mishmash of outdated legacy software and hardware... […]

by catherine.sturman on 07/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

The US healthcare market is seeing a record-breaking level of acquisition activity as providers race to capitalise on innovation and deliver a better consumer experience.  But rapid consolidation raises serious concerns around the IT systems that form the backbone of patient care. Many trad... […]

by catherine.sturman on 06/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a complex and global issue, affecting all regions of the world. If current trends continue, it’s believed by 2050 antibiotic resistance will cause more deaths per year than cancer, becoming the world’s biggest killer. As such, AMR is currently high on the politic... […]

by catherine.sturman on 05/11/2018 at 2:00 pm

With the huge financial and logistical issues continuing to impact the NHS, it is a remarkable testament to the dedication and professionalism of healthcare staff that they continue to provide the best possible service to patients. Ensuring that a patient’s stay in hospital is as comfortable and ... […]

by catherine.sturman on 03/11/2018 at 1:00 pm

In 2018, there is no shortage of content that’s been published on the Internet of Things and how IoT has sparked a major transformation of nearly every industry in our lives. This revolution has also revamped how hospitals are managed, how patient data is gathered and how patients are treated. Yet t... […]

by catherine.sturman on 02/11/2018 at 1:00 pm

Healthcare institutions are currently facing huge pressures to be delivering more digitally-focused services for the public, while also aiming to maintain a balance between safety, performance and financial control. With ageing populations, increased costs and higher demand for care, something must ... […]

by catherine.sturman on 02/11/2018 at 10:39 am

Illumina, Inc and Pacific Biosciences have announced its plans for Illumina to acquire Pacific Biosciences for approximately $1.2bn in an all-cash transaction. Pacific Biosciences DNA sequencers will enable DNA to be deciphered with high levels of precision, in order to enable scientists to tackle g... […]

by catherine.sturman on 01/11/2018 at 12:37 pm

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that is has granted 23andMe de novo authorization to offer reports on pharmacogenetics, indicating how customers' genetics may influence the way they metabolise certain medications. This is the first authorization of a direct-to-co... […]

by catherine.sturman on 31/10/2018 at 1:26 pm

Australian based Swoop Aero and German developer Wingcopter Holding have recently been awarded commercial contracts to trial the use of drones to bring lifesaving vaccines to children living in remote rural islands in Vanuatu. The technology could therefore be set to transform healthcare across isol... […]

by catherine.sturman on 30/10/2018 at 4:54 pm

Digital healthcare company 98point6 has announced that it has officially completed its Series C, raising $50mn. The Merchant Banking Division of Goldman Sachs was an anchor investor in the Series C round, which was further supported by existing investors, bringing the total amount raised t... […]

by catherine.sturman on 29/10/2018 at 9:31 am

As the healthcare sector continues to explore new technologies to drive patient satisfaction and lower healthcare costs, insurer Anthem has appointed Udi Manber to its artificial intelligence division, CNBC has reported. Following on from its partnership with blockchain-based company doc.ai, Manb... […]

by catherine.sturman on 29/10/2018 at 8:52 am

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cognitive technologies have the potential to completely transform healthcare services. Faced with a growing population and tight budget, the National Health Service has already started looking to AI to improve patient services and cut costs. In fact, a recent report ... […]

by catherine.sturman on 26/10/2018 at 7:49 am

Seconds matter in an emergency, a truth that’s more apparent in healthcare than anywhere else. Each second that passes can lead to new information that may affect emergency response or crisis management plans put in place to save lives. Even those professionals with access to crisis management tools... […]

by catherine.sturman on 25/10/2018 at 9:48 am

With the aim to make bespoke medicine accessible worldwide, Scripps Research Translational Institute has focused on utilising tools of genomics and digital medicine and enhancing this through the use of exceptional technologies. Becoming one of the largest independent, not-for-profit research or... […]

by catherine.sturman on 24/10/2018 at 9:18 am

Johnson & Johnson has agreed to acquire Japanese company Ci:z Holdings Co., Ltd., which focuses on the marketing, development and distribution of a broad range of dermocosmetic, cosmetic and skincare products. The move follows a significant trend, where pharmaceutical companies have sought to... […]

by catherine.sturman on 24/10/2018 at 8:31 am

Bain Capital, LP and Pfizer Inc have launched new biopharma company focused on developing drug candidates to treat disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). Named Cerevel Therapeutics, Pfizer is contributing a portfolio of pre-commercial neuroscience assets to Cerevel, which include three clini... […]

by catherine.sturman on 23/10/2018 at 11:17 am

A new report by Navigant Consulting has found that US hospitals could save up to $25.4bn per annum through streamlining their supply chains, eradicating unnecessary costs and streamlining processes to boost efficiency. Such a figure equates to 17.6% average supply chain expense reduction, or up t... […]

by walmeida on 18/10/2018 at 2:37 pm

Kirk Lippold, commander of United States Navy (RET), explains how intellectual honesty requires a commitment to sit down with people in the organization to review what happened after a crisis and find a new normal. […]

by walmeida on 09/07/2018 at 6:30 pm

Dana Darger, director of pharmacy at Rapid City Regional Hospital, says building out a data analytics operation doesn't have to be a marathon. There are ways to start small. […]

by ebailey on 29/03/2017 at 1:47 pm

Hear from Rebecca Kaul, Chief Innovation Officer at MD Anderson Cancer Center, as she explains how prioritizing innovation is critical to long-term success. […]

by ebailey on 20/03/2017 at 2:15 pm

Hear from Shields Health Care Group CIO Chuck Spurr as he discusses how to securely handle the challenges around information flowing across multiple systems. […]

by ebailey on 13/03/2017 at 3:01 pm

When patients are given multiple options to satisfy their financial obligations, the ability to pay their bill becomes more manageable. […]

by ebailey on 28/02/2017 at 7:56 pm

Stephen Lieber interviews John Boehner and Ed Rendell at HIMSS17 as they remark on the political fate of Obamacare. Boehner offers his perspective on the uncertain future of the law's provisions under the new Trump administration. […]

by ebailey on 09/01/2017 at 3:28 pm

Protestors gathered in Portland, Maine and descended on Maine Senator Susan Collins' office, filling her hallway to speak out against the proposed plans from the incoming Trump administration to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. […]