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by Jonathan Gardner on 01/12/2021 at 9:58 pm

While agency advisers raised concerns over molnupiravir's modest benefits and potential risks, a majority felt the antiviral drug is a needed option for COVID-19 patients at high risk of severe disease. […]

by Samantha Liss on 01/12/2021 at 8:31 pm

Tuesday's arguments seemed to center around single words and phrases to determine whether HHS had the authority to change payment rules in 2018 for 340B hospitals, which serve a large share of low-income patients. […]

by Rebecca Pifer on 01/12/2021 at 4:00 pm

Patients who leaned toward in-person care were more willing to pay for it, while those who preferred video visits were more sensitive to out-of-pocket costs, a survey conducted by Rand found. […]

by Susan Kelly on 01/12/2021 at 3:00 pm

New uncertainties raised by the variant are likely to challenge hospitals as they grapple with shrinking operating margins as a result of escalating labor costs. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 2:00 pm

A multidisciplinary team of WHO experts completed a week-long mission to Turkmenistan that took place on 13–20 November 2021. The team worked with governmental authorities on ways to fortify their health system preparedness, particularly in light of the global pandemic emergency. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 1:51 pm

In a mouse study, a team led by a biomedical scientist found a phthalate -- a chemical used to make plastics more durable -- led to increased plasma cholesterol levels. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 1:51 pm

In the first study of its kind to explore caffeine's effects on dynamic visual skills, researchers concluded that caffeine increases alertness and detection accuracy for moving targets. Caffeine also improved participants' reaction times. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 1:51 pm

In the first MRI-based study to investigate pre-natal alcohol exposure, researchers found significant changes in the brain structure of fetuses exposed to alcohol compared to healthy controls. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 12:26 pm

In Germany, nearly 6 million people suffer from coronary heart disease. The disease is caused by calcium deposits which constrict the coronary arteries. Doctors generally use a stent to widen the narrow pathway. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 12:00 pm

New research examined SARS-CoV-2 and its impact on oral health and suggests that survival against the infection may be partially dependent on such factors. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 11:55 am

New research suggests that treatment with type I interferons in the early stage of COVID-19 may supress disease progression by limiting SARS-CoV-2 in hosts. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 11:47 am

New research examined SARS-CoV-2 transcripts in order to understand how it expresses its gene products in the infected host. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 11:42 am

A team of scientists from the University of Granada (UGR) and GENYO (Pfizer-University of Granada-Andalusian Government Centre for Genomics and Oncological Research—led by Pablo Roman-Naranjo and Jose Antonio López-Escámez, researcher in charge of the Biohealth Research Institute in Granada (ibs.GRANADA)—has identified new genes associated with familial Meniere's disease. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 11:40 am

Global provider of human and animal biospecimens - AMSBIO offers a custom procurement service enabling researchers to source specific biofluid and tissue samples which are not already available in their extensive biorepository. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 11:38 am

Scientists mapping the extent of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in the UK are asking the public to help. Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are the two main forms of IBD and affect more than 500,000people in theUK. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 11:32 am

This first-in-human study of golodirsen showed its long-term safety and biologic activity in patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). The approved exon-skipping therapy is designed to enable the production of functional dystrophin proteins, as described in the peer-reviewed journal Nucleic Acid Therapeutics. […]

on 01/12/2021 at 10:53 am

The number of U.S. deaths from covid-19 has surpassed 778,000. Left behind are tens of thousands of children — some orphaned — after their parents or a grandparent who cared for them died […]

on 01/12/2021 at 10:52 am

A new study has determined the possible number of infections caused by an unvaccinated versus vaccinated individual. […]

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on 30/11/2021 at 10:40 pm

A phase 3 clinical trial tested the safety and efficacy of teriflunomide, an oral immunomodulatory drug, in children with multiple sclerosis. Although the medication did not prevent disease relapses to a greater extent than placebo, the option for some patients to switch from placebo to teriflunomide before the end of the trial likely biased the results against treatment efficacy. The drug appeared to reduce the number of new or enlarged lesions that are detected through MRI. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said Tuesday that its antibody cocktail, which is used widely to treat COVID-19 patients, may be less effective against the omicron variant. The company noted that prior analyses suggest that its... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30. 2021 -- Amid growing concerns about the new omicron variant, New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Health Commissioner Dave Chokshi, M.D., have advised all residents to wear masks while indoors. "Today, I am issuing a... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- A U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel is meeting Tuesday to weigh both the safety and power of the new Merck antiviral pill in preventing severe COVID-19. There are already two strikes against the pill: Fresh... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Pfizer Inc. is expected to seek approval this week for emergency use of its booster shots among American teens ages 16 to 17 years. Sources familiar with the matter told The New York Times that the U.S. Food and Drug... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Several Old Spice and Secret aerosol spray antiperspirants and hygiene products have been voluntarily recalled in the United States due to the presence of benzene, Proctor & Gamble says. Benzene exposure can occur by... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 8:04 pm

Combining knowledge of chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering, scientists from McGill University develop a biomaterial tough enough to repair the heart, muscles, and vocal cords, representing a major advance in regenerative medicine. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 7:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- The often debilitating condition known as chronic fatigue syndrome appears to be common among COVID-19 long-haulers. That’s the key takeaway from a fresh look at patients who continue to struggle with severe fatigue,... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 7:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- A U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel is meeting Tuesday to weigh both the safety and power of Merck's new antiviral pill in preventing severe COVID-19. There are already two strikes against the pill: Fresh... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 7:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Americans who are vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 should have enough antibody protection to prevent severe illness if they become infected with the new Omicron variant, White House COVID response officials said... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 6:02 pm

New clinical research indicates that a widely used food additive, carboxymethylcellulose, alters the intestinal environment of healthy persons, perturbing levels of beneficial bacteria and nutrients. These findings demonstrate the need for further study of the long-term impacts of this food additive on health. […]

by Samantha Liss on 30/11/2021 at 5:28 pm

A lower court initially sided with the American Hospital Association, a decision that was later reversed by an appeals court, which AHA characterized as a "legal error." […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- The first wave of girls to receive the HPV vaccine are much less likely to contract or die from cervical cancer than women just a few years older, a new study reports. Nearly all cases of cervical cancer are caused by... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Several Old Spice and Secret aerosol spray antiperspirants and hygiene products have been voluntarily recalled in the United States due to the presence of the cancer-causing chemical benzene, Proctor & Gamble... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Smartphone-delivered wound follow-up increases the odds of surgical site infection (SSI) diagnosis within seven days after emergency abdominal surgery, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in npj Digital... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- For cognitively normal older adults, increased coffee consumption is associated with slower cognitive decline and a lower likelihood of transitioning to mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer disease (AD) status, according... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Two telehealth interventions involving education and exercise, with and without dietary intervention, improve pain and function for people with knee osteoarthritis and overweight or obesity, with the diet and exercise... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:25 pm

Scientists can control brain circuits, behavior, and emotion using light. Researchers developed a new optogenetic tool, 'Opto-vTrap', which is expected to contribute to treatment for epilepsy, muscle spasms, and skin wrinkles. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Measurement of the fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FENO) is conditionally recommended for optimizing asthma treatment in patients in whom treatment is being considered, according to an official American Thoracic Society... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- No concerning associations are seen for measures of the recommended immunization schedule with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) among children, according to a study published online Nov. 9 in Pediatrics. Jason M. Glanz,... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved a new imaging drug that can help identify ovarian tumors during surgery. The drug, Cytalux (pafolacianine), is meant to improve a surgeon's ability to detect ovarian... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Few institutions have clear policies that specifically address sexual harassment from patients toward physicians and staff, according to a research letter published online Nov. 17 in JAMA Network Open. Gabriela Reed, M.D.,... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Patients with psoriasis have an increased risk for colorectal cancer (CRC), according to a review published in the December issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Yun Fu, M.D., from Chang Gung... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Coffee lovers know a steaming cup of java can quickly deliver energy and mental clarity every morning, but new research suggests it may also guard against Alzheimer's disease in the long run. "Worldwide, a high proportion... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Patients with hemophilia A who receive an investigational adeno-associated viral (AAV) vector (SPK-8011) for hepatocyte expression of factor VIII exhibit sustained factor VIII expression, as well as a reduction in bleeding... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Colchicine does not seem to offer benefit over supportive care for management of patients with COVID-19, according to research published online Nov. 22 in Rheumatic & Musculoskeletal Diseases. Kedar Gautambhai Mehta,... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 30/11/2021 at 3:33 pm

The post Dr Sharran Grey is a guest panellist at the BBC Bitesize Tour appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by Hailey Mensik on 30/11/2021 at 3:29 pm

A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction Tuesday in a suit brought by 14 states challenging the requirement, following separate pauses in other states. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 3:15 pm

An analysis in the lead up to World AIDS Day reveals that HIV is 'virally suppressed' in only 59 per cent of children and adolescents on treatment. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 3:14 pm

Which diet is better: moderately reduce meat consumption and eat more fruit, vegetables and wholegrain products or eating more fish and seafood? Or even switch completely to a vegan diet? A new study shows that the answer to these questions is not as clear-cut as one might think -- depending on which impacts one closely looks. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 3:14 pm

Scientists used animated humanoid avatars to study how nonverbal cues influence people's behavior. The research offers insight into the brain mechanisms that drive social and economic decision-making. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 3:14 pm

A new study reveals why coaches believe 'game intelligence,' work ethic and competitiveness are far more important than physical fitness in determining success on the basketball court. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 (American Heart Association News) -- Moderate to heavy drinking over an extended period may increase the risk of a dangerous type of irregular heartbeat in adults under 40, according to a new study from South Korea. Atrial... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 (American Heart Association News) -- Michael Capalbo was standing in an aisle at the pharmacy chain where he was a manager when he felt an intense burning sensation raging across his chest from shoulder to shoulder. He texted... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Older blood thinners, especially when taken in combination with daily low-dose aspirin, are associated with a higher risk of brain bleeds and death after hospital discharge in patients treated for head injury, new research... […]

by Rebecca Pifer on 30/11/2021 at 1:47 pm

The litigation is a case study into the perennial push and pull between provider groups and insurers over bills, a fight that often leaves patients caught in the middle. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:43 pm

Weakening muscles are a natural part of the aging process, but for some people with a condition called sarcopenia the decline is abnormally fast. A new study suggests that the early stages of sarcopenia could be counteracted with timely interventions designed to preserve physical and cognitive function and manage chronic conditions. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:42 pm

It's no secret that jet lag and night-shift work can wreak havoc on the way our body's internal clock syncs up our daily wake-sleep cycle, known as circadian rhythm, but now researchers say they are a step closer to understanding how the brain creates behavioral rhythms optimized for diurnal, rather than nocturnal, life. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- According to new research, people with psychiatric disorders often have to deal with another trouble: Higher rates of type 2 diabetes than the general population. "Increased prevalence of type 2 diabetes among individuals... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- U.S. cancer clinical trial participants have become more diverse in makeup, but certain groups remain underrepresented, a new study finds. It's important to have a wide range of participants in clinical trials, to find out... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Pfizer Inc. is expected to seek approval this week for emergency use of its booster shots among American teens ages 16-17. Sources familiar with the matter told The New York Times that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Besides its terrible impact on mental health, postpartum depression can also bring long-term financial struggles to affected women, new research shows. "These findings highlight the importance of screening and expanding... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30, 2021 -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said Tuesday that its antibody cocktail, which is used widely to treat COVID-19 patients, may be less effective against the Omicron variant. The company noted that prior analyses suggest that its... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 30. 2021 (HealthDy News) -- Amid growing concerns about the new Omicron variant, New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Dave Chokshi have advised all residents to wear masks while indoors. "Today, I... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 11:00 am

As we go into the winter months, WHO/Europe is urging people to take preventive measures, including getting vaccinated, to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Over recent weeks, the WHO European Region has seen a huge surge in case numbers. In the last week alone, there were more than 2.5 million new cases and 29 466 deaths from the disease. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 8:29 am

“There is no magic bullet, but in the United Kingdom we have some incredible health-care providers who work very well with community members, which is an important part of our success.&rdquo […]

on 30/11/2021 at 8:21 am

A new report marking World AIDS Day, jointly published by the WHO Regional Office for Europe and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) shows a 24% drop in the rate of newly diagnosed HIV cases between 2019 and 2020. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 8:20 am

A new report marking World AIDS Day, jointly published by the WHO Regional Office for Europe and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) shows a 24% drop in the rate of newly diagnosed HIV cases between 2019 and 2020. This drop is largely due to reduced HIV testing during 2020 caused by COVID-19 restrictions and disruptions in service. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:50 am

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a significant cause of mortality in those with diabetes. Increased apolipoprotein B (apoB) and low-density lipoprotein... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:50 am

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a significant cause of mortality in those with diabetes. Increased apolipoprotein B (apoB) and low-density lipoprotein... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:46 am

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is defined by the lack of estrogen receptor (ER), progesterone receptor (PR), and human epidermal growth... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:42 am

A liquid biopsy approach that measures levels of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) predicts therapy response in patients with stage III... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:05 am

Beckman Coulter, Inc. (Brea, CA, USA) has announced the European launch of the DxU Iris Workcell, a fully-automated system that... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 5:05 am

Beckman Coulter, Inc. (Brea, CA, USA) has announced the European launch of the DxU Iris Workcell, a fully-automated system that... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:57 am

The global chemiluminescence immunoassay (CLIA) analyzers market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.4% in the forecast period... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 4:31 am

Researchers have developed a device that detects viruses like COVID-19 in the body as fast as and more accurately than... […]

on 30/11/2021 at 2:28 am

A new study finds that the prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) is elevated in people with a psychiatric disorder compared with the general population. […]

on 30/11/2021 at 12:11 am

FDA Approves Eprontia Oral Solution for Epilepsy and Migraine  In November, the FDA approved Azurity Pharmaceuticals’ Eprontia (topiramate 25 mg/mL), a ready-to-use oral liquid formulation of topiramate for treatment of epilepsy and the... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 11:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) are highly effective for reducing hepatic steatosis in patients with severe obesity and type 2 diabetes, with almost complete clearance of liver fat one year after... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 10:27 pm

Combined diet and exercise Telehealth program saw 80 per cent of participants experience reduced knee pain with an average weight loss of approximately 10.2 per cent. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Vaccines and masks will be the United States' first line of defense against the new omicron variant, not lockdowns or border closures, President Joe Biden told the nation Monday. "If people are vaccinated and wear their... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Merck's experimental COVID-19 antiviral pill appears effective, but may pose risks for pregnant women, including birth defects and toxicity to developing fetuses, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. On... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:51 pm

Researchers developed a machine learning model that understands the underlying relationships between objects in a scene and can generate accurate images of scenes from text descriptions. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:51 pm

Twenty years ago, clinicians first attempted to regenerate a failing human heart by injecting muscle myoblasts into the heart during a bypass operation. Despite high initial hopes and multiple experimental and clinical studies since then, outcomes have been neutral or marginally positive for a wide variety of attempts to remuscularize an injured heart. Yet hope remains that current and future strategies will yield clinical regenerative heart therapies, experts explain. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:50 pm

A clutter-free environment may not help people with dementia carry out daily tasks -- according to a new study. Researchers studied whether people with dementia were better able to carry out tasks, such as making a cup of tea, at home - surrounded by their usual clutter - or in a clutter-free environment. They were surprised to find that participants with moderate dementia performed better when surrounded by their usual clutter. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:50 pm

Researchers have made headway into understanding how the brain decides which side of a visual border is a foreground object and which is background. The research has sheds light on how areas of the brain communicate to interpret sensory information and build a picture of the world around us. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:50 pm

Scientists have discovered a new biomarker to identify which patients with brain tumors called glioblastomas -- the most common and malignant of primary brain tumors -- might benefit from immunotherapy. The treatment could extend survival for an estimated 20% to 30% of patients. Currently, patients with glioblastoma do not receive this life-prolonging treatment because it has not been fully understood which of them could benefit. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:50 pm

Using a new microspectroscopic technique, scientists have found that steam disinfection of silicone-rubber baby bottle nipples exposes babies and the environment to micro- and nanoplastic particles. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:50 pm

Researchers have developed a new approach to machine learning that 'learns how to learn' and out-performs current machine learning methods for drug design, which in turn could accelerate the search for new disease treatments. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 8:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- As concerns about the new omicron variant grow, vaccine makers say they are already working on ways to protect people against the potential new threat. Pfizer said it and its partner BioNTech could develop and produce a... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 7:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Vaccines and masks will be the United States' first line of defense against the new Omicron variant, not lockdowns or border closures, President Joe Biden told the nation Monday. "If people are vaccinated and wear their... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 6:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Early detection of ovarian cancer helps boost a woman's survival, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved a new imaging drug that can help spot tumors during surgery. The drug, Cytalux (pafolacianine),... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 5:28 pm

A decline in metabolism and endurance of skeletal muscle is commonly observed in obese patients, but the underlying mechanism is not well-understood. A research team uncovers a new mechanism to explain how obesity jeopardizes the functions of skeletal muscle and provides a potential treatment against the disease. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 5:28 pm

Recent research compared the genetic expression profiles of a nonlethal canine tumor and the rare, devastating human oral tumor it resembles, laying the groundwork for potential translational medicine down the road. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 5:28 pm

A recent study in mice has uncovered that during chronic viral infection, a protein called BMI-1 gets turned on too early in B cells and messes up the delicate balance of gene expression, resulting in antibodies that are unsuccessful in their endeavor to clear the virus from the body. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 5:27 pm

A simple change in the way donor cells are processed can maximize a single cell's production of extracellular vesicles, which are small nanoparticles naturally secreted by cells, according to new research. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 5:27 pm

Researchers have developed an ultracompact camera the size of a coarse grain of salt. The new system can produce crisp, full-color images on par with a conventional compound camera lens 500,000 times larger in volume. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 5:27 pm

New research provides interdisciplinary support for the 'Farming Hypothesis' of language dispersal, tracing Transeurasian languages back to the first farmers moving across Northeast Asia beginning in the Early Neolithic -- roughly between 8-10 thousand years ago. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 5:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Nearly 1 in 5 people with hypertension may be unintentionally taking a drug for another condition that causes their blood pressure to climb even higher, a new study suggests. Left untreated or undertreated, high blood... […]

by Ned Pagliarulo on 29/11/2021 at 5:00 pm

Several companies, including Pfizer and Moderna, are already at work adapting their coronavirus shots to the newly identified variant, which experts worry could more readily evade vaccine protection. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- About one-quarter of patients with clinically suspect arthralgia (CSA) have intermetatarsal bursitis (IMB), which is often accompanied by subclinical synovitis and tenosynovitis, according to a study published online Nov. 13... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 (American Heart Association News) -- The National Football League over the past decade has launched concussion protocols in response to scientific studies showing repeated head injuries during play could cause serious... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Among women with three or more good-quality blastocysts, conventional in-vitro fertilization (IVF) results in a cumulative live-birth rate that is noninferior to the rate obtained using embryo selection with preimplantation... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first drug for treating posttransplant cytomegalovirus (CMV) that has not responded to available antiviral treatments, the agency announced Tuesday. Livtencity... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- A heart condition, myocarditis, has been found in a number of U.S. college athletes who have had COVID-19, a new study finds. Myocarditis has also been linked in some young people to the COVID vaccine. But the odds are far... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Microdosers who use psychedelic substances at sub-sensorium microdoses report being motivated by health and wellness interests, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in Scientific Reports. Noting that microdosing... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Evidence suggests that liability to schizophrenia causally increases the risk of heart failure and early repolarization pattern, but a shared genetic etiology seems not to underlie the association between schizophrenia and... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- There was a population-wide decrease in the rate of infectious conjunctivitis in association with public health interventions adopted to curb COVID-19, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in JAMA... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Women and girls aged 15 to 24 years have decreased cervical cancer incidence and mortality after introduction of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, according to a research letter published online Nov. 29 in JAMA... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Repetitive head hits are common in football, and they're also linked to debilitating brain injuries. But rendering a definitive diagnosis typically means waiting for autopsy results after the player has died. Now, a new... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Antemortem white matter hyperintensities (WMH) are associated with neuropathological changes among athletes exposed to repetitive head injury, according to a study published online Nov. 24 in Neurology. Madeline Uretsky,... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- The risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection increases at time intervals >90 days since the second dose of Pfizer-BioNTech BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine, according to a study published online... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- For individuals at risk, aspirin use is associated with increased risk for incident heart failure, according to a study published online Nov. 22 in ESC Heart Failure. Blerim Mujaj, M.D., Ph.D., from the University of Leuven... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Hopes for an easing of the pandemic were dealt a major setback over the Thanksgiving weekend, with news that a variant first spotted in southern Africa carries a multiplicity of mutations that might make it resistant to... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:57 pm

Researchers used a novel imaging technique and discovered a previously unknown fibrous architecture between the rotator cuff tendons and their bony attachments in the shoulder. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:56 pm

In people with brain buildups, a key but difficult-to-detect difference in the form of tau protein allows scientists to distinguish people showing no outward signs of dementia from those who do. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:56 pm

Tomosyn's tight regulation of neurotransmitter release distinguishes functions of two neuron classes at the fly neuromuscular junction, incluiding their ability to engage in a form of plasticity […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:56 pm

How do pollutants and other chemicals that we are exposed to affect our health? Researchers have applied a method to identify the proteins in the body affected by chemicals. The method can be used to discover at an early stage whether a substance has biological effects in an organism. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:55 pm

The bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa is resistant to all antibiotics on the market. Therefore, there is a great need for new therapeutic approaches. In order to find them, it helps to understand how the germ reacts to active substances. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:55 pm

Scientists have discovered a new route to produce complex antibiotics exploiting gene editing to re-program pathways to future medicines urgently required to combat antimicrobial resistance, treat neglected diseases and prevent future pandemics. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:55 pm

An international team of scientists has linked increased air pollution to an uptick in cases of lung adenocarcinoma (LADC) worldwide. The same study also concluded an overall lower consumption of tobacco worldwide is statistically linked to less people contracting lung squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC). […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:55 pm

In part of a recent human study led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), it was found that after eating a curry dish containing pepper, piperine - an alkaloid responsible for the pungency of pepper - was present in the milk of breastfeeding women. The findings help decipher mechanisms that shape our food preferences from infancy. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:55 pm

Prostate cancer screening results differ in men taking cholesterol-lowering statin drugs compared with non-users, a study finds. In statin users, screening did not increase the incidence of prostate cancer as it did in other men. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:55 pm

Researchers have made a major discovery in understanding motor neuron disease (MND). The research team has found that MND has 4 distinct patterns of changes in electrical signals that can be identified using EEG (electroencephalography). […]

on 29/11/2021 at 3:36 pm

By understanding the epidemiology and population biology of a significant and high-priority pathogen, Enteroccocus faecium (E. faecium) in Irish hospitals, researchers are providing the evidence base for more effective surveillance, and infection and prevention control strategies aimed at minimizing the spread of the antibiotic resistant bacteria. […]

by Samantha Liss on 29/11/2021 at 3:03 pm

Banner Health's finances are back in the black, though labor costs continue to challenge the Arizona-based system. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 2:51 pm

On 26 November, WHO’s Technical Advisory Group on SARS-CoV-2 Virus Evolution (TAG-VE) designated the B.1.1.529 variant (first reported by South Africa two days earlier) as a variant of concern, named Omicron. […]

by Rebecca Pifer on 29/11/2021 at 2:29 pm

Though patients returning to medical care delayed earlier in the pandemic helped its provider division, UPMC's health plan margin shrank due to higher medical claims in the period. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Worried about climate change? You can do something about it every time you lift your fork, a new study suggests. Folks can reduce their personal carbon footprint by eating less red meat, nibbling fewer sweets and cutting... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Merck's experimental COVID-19 antiviral pill appears effective, but may pose risks for pregnant women, including birth defects and toxicity to developing fetuses, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. On... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- The misconception that girls are less interested than boys in computer science and engineering begins at a young age in the United States. And it's one reason for the gender gap in those career fields, according to a new... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- As concerns about the new Omicron variant grow, vaccine makers say they're already working on ways to protect people against the potential new threat. Pfizer said it and its partner BioNTech could develop and produce a... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Singing in a choir may be good for your soul, but it can also spread COVID-19 far more easily than conversation does. A new study also found that the louder and person sings or talks, the more particles are spewed into the... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- A weekly dose of deep red light in the morning may protect fading eyesight as people age, U.K. researchers say. "Using a simple LED device once a week recharges the energy system that has declined in the retina cells,... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Hopes for an easing of the pandemic were dealt a major setback over the Thanksgiving weekend, with news that a variant first spotted in South Africa carries a multiplicity of mutations that might make it resistant to... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

What experts know about the Omicron variant. After news broke on Thursday that a fast-spreading variant contained mutations that possibly make it resistant to vaccines, scientists urged caution and patience until more data arrives. Read moreRead... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- Extreme heat brings a jump in emergency room visits by adults of all ages, a new study shows. While it's well known that extreme heat puts adults aged 65 and older at increased risk of hospitalization and death, it's been... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 1:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 29, 2021 -- A defect in the blood-brain barrier may play a role in Parkinson's disease, a groundbreaking research study suggests. The blood-brain barrier acts as a filter to keep out toxins while still allowing the passage of nutrients... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 29/11/2021 at 12:19 pm

We are pleased to share with you an article that our President, Professor Brendan Cooper, has written for the Guardian on behalf of Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology (ARTP).... Read More The post AHCS President writes for the Guardian on behalf of ARTP: Lung function, long COVID and the road to recovery appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 29/11/2021 at 10:02 am

Preeclampsia is both a vascular and inflammatory disorder. The pathophysiology of preeclampsia is complex and rooted in the interplay between... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:59 am

Amyloid β (Aβ) and tau pathologies are classic characteristic features of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and they are widely used as... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:59 am

Amyloid β (Aβ) and tau pathologies are classic characteristic features of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and they are widely used as... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:54 am

A team of Indian researchers has identified potential blood-based biomarkers that predict disease progression and survival times for patients with... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:14 am

Siemens Healthineers (Erlangen, Germany) introduced new intelligent, integrated IVD solutions virtually at the XXIV IFCCEFLM European Congress of Clinical Chemistry... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:14 am

Siemens Healthineers (Erlangen, Germany) introduced new intelligent, integrated IVD solutions virtually at the XXIV IFCCEFLM European Congress of Clinical Chemistry... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:14 am

Siemens Healthineers (Erlangen, Germany) introduced new intelligent, integrated IVD solutions virtually at the XXIV IFCCEFLM European Congress of Clinical Chemistry... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:14 am

Siemens Healthineers (Erlangen, Germany) introduced new intelligent, integrated IVD solutions virtually at the XXIV IFCCEFLM European Congress of Clinical Chemistry... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:08 am

Olympus Life Science (Waltham, MA, USA) has announced the results of its ongoing joint research program to create an AI-based... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:02 am

Doctors examining the markers of liver cancer have found that the disease can be recognized by RNA fragments in saliva... […]

on 29/11/2021 at 9:02 am

Doctors examining the markers of liver cancer have found that the disease can be recognized by RNA fragments in saliva... […]

on 28/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

SUNDAY, Nov. 28, 2021 -- NBA great Michael Jordan had a special ritual he would follow before every free throw: He would assume a shoulder-width stance, spin the basketball in his hands, bounce the ball three times, and then spin the ball once more... […]

on 27/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

SATURDAY, Nov. 27, 2021 -- It may sound dramatic, but skin checks save lives. While encouraging people to do routine self-exams, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) shares some case studies that led to important discoveries. Richard Danzer,... […]

on 27/11/2021 at 6:44 am

Researchers have explored the brain neuronal mechanism that allows the perception of familiar images even if they are indistinct. They found that the number of neurons responding to low-contrast rather than high-contrast visual stimuli increased in rats performing a visual orientation discrimination task after repeated experiences. These neurons showed stronger activities in correct-choice than incorrect-choice trials. These neurons efficiently represented low-contrast stimulations. Thus, the low-contrast preference in V1 activity may contribute to improved low-contrast visual. discrimination. […]

on 26/11/2021 at 3:42 pm

A new report published by WHO/Europe shows that helplines providing support to women and children experiencing violence saw a spike in calls during the first 9 months of the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

on 26/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 26, 2021 -- A holiday visit with older relatives might be a good chance to help them remove fall risks in their home, an expert suggests. Older adults' risk of falling may have increased during the pandemic due to declines in physical... […]

on 26/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 26, 2021 -- Women getting vaccinated against the cancer-causing human papillomavirus (HPV) now need two or three shots, but an African clinical trial suggests a single dose is just as effective. The finding could speed up the... […]

on 26/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 26, 2021 -- When it comes to helping others and your health, it might be better to give than to receive, a new study suggests. Researchers surveyed more than 1,000 Americans between 34 and 84 about their social involvement and how much... […]

on 26/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 26, 2021 -- A return to a more normal holiday season may also mean higher stress levels, so an expert offers some coping tips. Don't get too focused on buying the perfect presents, making the best dinner or planning the perfect party.... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 8:48 pm

Researchers reveal a novel mechanism that coordinates the assembly of components inside cells that control gene expression. […]

on 25/11/2021 at 5:20 pm

We spoke to Dr Ihor Perehinets, who leads WHO/Europe’s Public Health and Social Measures pillar (part of the COVID-19 Incident Management Support Team), to better understand what public health and social health measures mean, what difference they have made during the pandemic, and why we still need to apply them alongside the rollout of COVID-19 vaccination programmes. […]

on 25/11/2021 at 5:11 pm

A new study by the WHO Regional Office for Europe and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) published in Eurosurveillance estimates that 470 000 lives have been saved among those aged 60 years and over since the start of COVID-19 vaccination rollout in 33 countries across the WHO European Region. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 25/11/2021 at 3:59 pm

New e-learning programme on the role of the Caldicott Guardian now available Health Education England elearning for healthcare (HEE elfh) has worked in partnership with the National Data Guardian and... Read More The post E-learning programme on the role of the Caldicott Guardian appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 25/11/2021 at 3:57 pm

The Academy for Healthcare Science award for inspiring the healthcare science workforce of the future This award aims to showcase the essential contribution that healthcare scientists make to attracting and... Read More The post Focus week: Inspiring the HCS workforce of the future Award appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 25/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

THURSDAY, Nov. 25, 2021 -- New treatment options are giving hope to patients with stomach cancer. Also known as gastric cancer, the disease is the world's sixth most common cancer with 1.09 million new cases in 2020, according to the World Health... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

THURSDAY, Nov. 25, 2021 -- Protection can gradually fade after a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by Pfizer-BioNTech, which suggests that a booster shot might be necessary, researchers report. They analyzed data from more than 80,000 adults in... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 2:11 pm

  THURSDAY, Nov. 25, 2021 -- There is a very low risk that pregnant women with COVID-19 will pass the virus to their unborn babies, researchers say. The study should reassure expectant parents, said the British investigators. To find out if... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 8:14 am

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition in which a hormone made by the placenta prevents the body from using... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 8:14 am

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition in which a hormone made by the placenta prevents the body from using... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 8:11 am

Hemoglobinopathies are the most common autosomal hereditary disorders. Approximately 7% of the global population carries hemoglobin gene mutation including structural... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 8:11 am

Hemoglobinopathies are the most common autosomal hereditary disorders. Approximately 7% of the global population carries hemoglobin gene mutation including structural... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 8:08 am

Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) is a type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow. It causes low levels of one... […]

on 25/11/2021 at 7:48 am

The global point of care diagnostics market is projected to grow at a CAGR of close to 6% from more... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 10:21 pm

A new article suggests that secondary antibodies known as 'anti-idiotype antibodies' could be responsible for some of the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines and the symptoms of long-haul COVID. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 10:21 pm

Certain markers of injury to the brain's white matter, called white matter hyperintensities, can be seen on brain scans. A new study finds that brain scans taken during the lifetimes of athletes in contact sports, compared to changes in their brains at autopsy, showed that white matter hyperintensities were associated with neuropathological changes. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 10:21 pm

Exploring the mechanisms involved in sleep-dependent memory storage, a team of cellular biologists found that RNAs associated with an understudied cell compartment in hippocampal neurons vary greatly between sleeping and sleep-deprived mice after learning. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- Six inflammatory proteins are upregulated in plasma several years before diagnosis of ulcerative colitis, according to a report published in the November issue of Gastroenterology. Daniel Bergemalm, M.D., Ph.D., from the... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- CVS Health, Walmart, and Walgreens contributed to opioid overdoses and deaths in two Ohio counties, a federal jury in Cleveland found Tuesday. The first jury verdict in an opioids case came in the closely watched test... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- Significant gender disparities have been observed in work and family experiences and mental health symptoms between female and male physician parents during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published online... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- Kraft Heinz Co. announced that it is recalling certain lots of Country Time Lemonade, Tang, Arizona Tea, and Kool-Aid powdered drinks because they may contain small pieces of metal or glass. The company also said that... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

Here is what the editors at Physician's Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of Nov. 22 to 24, 2021. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal studies and other trusted... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) detections were lower than anticipated in 2020, according to research published in the Nov. 24 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:41 pm

New research that tested possible triggers of a common heart condition, including caffeine, sleep deprivation and sleeping on the left side, found that only alcohol use was consistently associated with more episodes of the heart arrhythmia. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:41 pm

Just three minutes of exposure to deep red light once a week, when delivered in the morning, can significantly improve declining eyesight, finds a pioneering new study. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:41 pm

Bacteria from the digestive system seem to have the potential to cause damage to pancreatic cells, increasing the risk of malignant tumors. Now for the first time, live bacteria from cystic pancreatic lesions that are precursors to pancreatic cancer, have been analyzed by researchers. The study can lead to prophylactic interventions using local antibiotics. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:40 pm

New research has demonstrated the significant role that an irregular body clock plays in driving inflammation in the body's immune cells, with implications for the most serious and prevalent diseases in humans. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:39 pm

When mice rest, individual neurons fire in seconds-long, coordinated cascades, triggering activity across the brain, according to new research. Previously, this was thought to be a relatively random process -- single neurons firing spontaneously at random times without external stimulation. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:39 pm

Researchers discovered that antihistamines are associated with improved responses to immunotherapy. Their work revealed a role for the histamine receptor in suppressing T cell activation to block anti-tumor immune responses. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:39 pm

Researchers have discovered that an overlooked gene plays a major role in the development of antibodies, which help the immune system recognize and fight viruses including SARS-CoV-2, bacteria and other causes of infectious disease. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:39 pm

Artificial intelligence-based technique reveals previously unknown cell components that may provide new clues to human development and disease. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:39 pm

A new study has found that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-I) prevented major depression, decreasing the likelihood of depression by over 50% as compared to sleep education therapy in adults over the age of 60 with insomnia. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:38 pm

A new statistical analysis supports beliefs that COVID-19 became more lethal in the U.K. in late 2020, while also suggesting that multiple factors -- not just the alpha variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 -- were to blame. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:38 pm

An experimental compound reduced complications of type 1 and type 2 diabetes in mice -- not by lowering blood sugar -- but by countering its consequences, a new study finds. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 8:38 pm

Play is important for the development of complex social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills. Play provides young individuals with a safe space to practice new behaviors without grave repercussions. While most animals engage in play, only humans engage in rule-based games. Which kinds of games people play -- competitive or cooperative -- may depend on their cultural background. In a new study, researchers screened historical data to answer the question whether cultures play games that correspond to how cooperative they are. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- The senolytic agent dasatinib, which is often used to treat tumors and malignant tissue, has beneficial effects among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, according to a study published online Nov. 9 in the Mayo Clinic... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- Older adults with cognitive disorders can learn to use digital voice recorder or smartphone memory aids to manage everyday prospective memory tasks, according to a study published online Nov. 17 in the Journal of the... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 4:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 24, 2021 -- The pooled prevalence of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is 2.16 percent in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a review published in the December issue of Gastroenterology. Brigida... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 24/11/2021 at 1:54 pm

Westminster Health Forum policy conferences We are pleased to share relevant upcoming conferences hosted by Westminster Health Forum that may be of interest to you and your colleagues. Please click... Read More The post Westminster Health Forum policy conferences appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 24/11/2021 at 11:33 am

Lynch Syndrome (LS) is an inherited genetic disorder that carries a high risk of cancer. LS is caused by mutations... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 11:29 am

Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Viruses (HTLV) type 1 and type 2 account for an estimated five to 10 million infections worldwide... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 11:29 am

Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Viruses (HTLV) type 1 and type 2 account for an estimated five to 10 million infections worldwide... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 11:19 am

The XXIV IFCCEFLM European Congress of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (EuroMedLab Congress 2021) to be held as an in-presence... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 11:07 am

Scientists have developed a screening test that uses tiny worms to detect early signs of cancer in urine that could... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 11:07 am

Scientists have developed a screening test that uses tiny worms to detect early signs of cancer in urine that could... […]

on 24/11/2021 at 1:09 am

New research shows how switching from a restricted diet to eating as much as you like could be beneficial for reproduction in later life. Researchers studied the eating and mating habits of the small fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster. They found that those that switched from a restricted diet to unlimited food, started mating and reproducing more. […]

on 23/11/2021 at 9:28 pm

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that multidrug-resistant bacteria and bacterial spores can be killed by ultrashort-pulse lasers. The findings could lead to new ways to sterilize wounds and blood products without damaging human cells. […]

on 23/11/2021 at 9:28 pm

Melanoma researchers published a study that gives a new explanation of what causes moles to change into melanoma. These findings pave the way for more research into how to reduce the risk of melanoma, delay development, and detect melanoma early. […]

on 23/11/2021 at 9:27 pm

One in five individuals avoided healthcare during lockdown in the COVID-19 pandemic, often for potentially urgent symptoms, according to a new study. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 23/11/2021 at 4:57 pm

Would you like the opportunity to help design a new visual identity for healthcare science staff in NHS England? 75 places are available for five design workshops taking place in... Read More The post An opportunity to help design a new visual identity for healthcare science staff in NHS England appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 23/11/2021 at 2:09 pm

The WHO European Region remains firmly in the grip of the COVID-19 pandemic. Last week, reported deaths due to COVID-19 increased to close to 4200 a day, doubling from 2100 deaths a day at the end of September, and cumulative reported deaths from the virus passed the 1.5 million mark for the 53 countries in this Region. Today, COVID-19 is the number one cause of death across Europe and central Asia, as reported by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, who carry out modelling for the WHO Regional Office for Europe. […]

on 23/11/2021 at 9:25 am

The COVID-19 pandemic has reminded us of the need to catalyse positive change to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fulfil the environmental agenda. This message was amplified at the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26). […]

on 23/11/2021 at 8:56 am

As in many countries around the world, the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a public health challenge in Armenia. However, with the development of a national action plan for AMR in 2015 and clinical guidelines in 2020, the country has made efforts to contain its spread. […]

on 23/11/2021 at 7:48 am

Trichinellosis is one of the most critical food-borne parasitic zoonoses worldwide. Humans acquire trichinellosis by ingesting raw or undercooked meats... […]

on 23/11/2021 at 7:48 am

Trichinellosis is one of the most critical food-borne parasitic zoonoses worldwide. Humans acquire trichinellosis by ingesting raw or undercooked meats... […]

on 23/11/2021 at 7:44 am

Graves' disease (GD), also known as toxic diffuse goiter, is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid. It frequently results... […]

on 23/11/2021 at 7:32 am

PerkinElmer, Inc. (Waltham, MA; USA) has launched its PKeye Workflow Monitor, a cloud-based platform enabling laboratory personnel to remotely manage... […]

on 22/11/2021 at 11:17 am

With representatives of concerned parties in Europe and central Asia, the first dialogue meeting of the One Health partner platform took place on 22 November in Budapest, Hungary, with the aim of addressing health threats to animals, humans, plants and the environment in a more effective and coordinated manner. […]

on 22/11/2021 at 9:46 am

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy CHICAGO, IL – November 19, 2021 - Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced the voluntary nationwide recall of four lots of Levetiracetam Injection, USP, to the user level. The lack of container... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 22/11/2021 at 9:00 am

The Academy for Healthcare Science award for inspiring the healthcare science workforce of the future This award recognises and rewards people who are committed to inspiring the next generation of... Read More The post Focus week: Inspiring the HCS workforce of the future Award appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 19/11/2021 at 2:55 pm

The Academy for Healthcare Science award for Clinical Research Practitioner Leadership Clinical Research Practitioners (CRPs) have an important role in the delivery of high quality clinical research. The continued development... Read More The post Focus week: CRP Leadership Award appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 19/11/2021 at 2:37 pm

In a world focused on COVID-19 and balancing appropriate national responses to a global threat, this Sunday gives pause to an ever-growing group of people. To those families who have lost a loved one or individuals who continue to suffer the life-long consequences of road traffic injuries, the third Sunday of November each year is a sad but important day. […]

on 19/11/2021 at 11:30 am

Because 3.6 billion people don’t have one! Nearly half the world’s population lives without a “safely managed sanitation service”: a toilet, not shared with other households, that either treats or disposes of human waste on-site, stores it safely to be emptied and treated off-site, or connects to a functioning sewer. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 18/11/2021 at 3:17 pm

The Academy for Healthcare Science award for Clinical Research Practitioner Leadership     Nominations for this award are welcome from individual CRPs who can demonstrate how they have supported the... Read More The post Focus week: CRP Leadership Award appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 18/11/2021 at 9:06 am

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is widespread in the WHO European Region. Each year, more than 670 000 infections occur in the countries of the European Union/European Economic Area (EU/EEA) due to bacteria resistant to antibiotics, and approximately 33 000 people die as a direct consequence of these infections. […]

on 18/11/2021 at 8:26 am

Over-the-counter sales of antibiotics and their consequential misuse and overuse by consumers is a big challenge in Ukraine. Some people are unable or unwilling to see a doctor for medical advice, so they buy medicines such as antibiotics without a clear diagnosis and prescription. […]

on 18/11/2021 at 8:23 am

A new compact device for detecting multidrug-resistant pathogens that performs all stages of the reaction automatically and provides a result... […]

on 18/11/2021 at 7:57 am

The onslaught of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is of global concern for human and animal health, as well as the environment. […]

on 17/11/2021 at 9:28 am

Audience: Consumer Odor-Eaters®, owned by Blistex Inc., is voluntarily recalling a total of forty-one lots of two Odor-Eaters® spray products to the consumer level due to the presence of benzene. Internal testing identified low levels of... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 17/11/2021 at 9:10 am

2021 CSO Excellence in Healthcare Science awards   The Chief Scientific Officer for England Professor Dame Sue Hill presents the 2021 CSO Excellence in Healthcare Science awards – a celebration... Read More The post 2021 CSO Excellence in Healthcare Science awards appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 17/11/2021 at 7:56 am

The coronaviruses known to infect humans generally only caused mild upper respiratory tract infectious symptoms. They are also known to... […]

on 17/11/2021 at 7:56 am

The coronaviruses known to infect humans generally only caused mild upper respiratory tract infectious symptoms. They are also known to... […]

on 16/11/2021 at 11:17 am

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted regular health services in most countries. Chief medical officers (CMOs) from across the Region have now come together to understand this impact, share their responses and lessons learned, and build resilient health systems to face the next health emergency. […]

on 16/11/2021 at 7:52 am

Preterm birth is commonly defined as any birth before 37 weeks completed weeks of gestation. An estimated 15 million infants... […]

on 15/11/2021 at 2:00 pm

Visiting Portugal last week, WHO Regional Director for Europe, Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, had the opportunity to visit an innovative primary health-care centre and speak with health workers, before meeting with the Minister of Health and officially opening the childhood obesity and COVID-19 conference in Lisbon, Portugal. […]

on 15/11/2021 at 1:12 pm

Feelings of loneliness and abandonment can overcome a person struggling with addiction in prison. Reconnecting people who live in prisons to their families, friends and communities can break barriers and save lives. Margaret shares her story of escaping from a cycle of drug addiction that led to repeated prison sentences, and reveals how writing poetry helped her to find a new, meaningful life. […]

on 15/11/2021 at 12:57 pm

At the 26th Regions for Health Network (RHN) annual meeting, 80 speakers from 15 countries and 26 regions, along with numerous international partners, discussed key future priorities, COVID-19, and climate change and the environment. Hosted by the Government of Moscow, the 4-day meeting took place online and marked the first time that RHN had met since the European Programme of Work 2020–2025 – “United Action for Better Health in Europe” was endorsed. […]

on 15/11/2021 at 10:21 am

In a special ceremony at UN City in Copenhagen the day after World Diabetes Day, the World Diabetes Foundation signed an agreement granting WHO/Europe over US$ 900 000 for a 3-year project to improve access for the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in primary care in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. The main beneficiaries of this project will be people with diabetes and their families and carers, particularly those of a lower socioeconomic status. […]

on 15/11/2021 at 10:17 am

In a special ceremony at UN City in Copenhagen the day after World Diabetes Day, the World Diabetes Foundation signed an agreement granting WHO/Europe over US$ 900 000 for a 3-year project to improve access for the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in primary care in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. The main beneficiaries of this project will be people with diabetes and their families and carers, particularly those of a lower socioeconomic status. […]

on 15/11/2021 at 9:05 am

Audience: Pharmacy SterRx, LLC today announced the voluntary nationwide recall of approximately 240 lots within their expiry period due to equipment and process issues that could lead to a lack of sterility assurance for products intended to be... […]

on 15/11/2021 at 8:00 am

Visiting Portugal last week, WHO Regional Director for Europe, Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, had the opportunity to visit an innovative primary health-care centre and speak with health workers, before meeting with the Minister of Health and officially opening the childhood obesity and COVID-19 conference in Lisbon, Portugal. […]

on 15/11/2021 at 7:18 am

The world's leading medical trade fair MEDICA and the international trade fair for suppliers to the medical technology industry, COMPAMED,... […]

on 15/11/2021 at 7:01 am

Vircell (Granada, Spain) exhibited its powerful automation system and immunoassay testing kits at this year's MEDICA, the world's largest annual... […]

on 12/11/2021 at 2:35 pm

World Diabetes Day (WDD) on 14 November 2021 marks the beginning of a year-long campaign to raise awareness that people with diabetes need access to medicines and care that enable them to enjoy a good quality of life and avoid early death, loss of sight and amputations – and that many of them are not getting the care they need. […]

on 12/11/2021 at 1:55 pm

WHO/Europe has sent a team of experts to Lithuania for a rapid assessment to support the country in providing health care to migrants arriving from Belarus. Preliminary results from an ongoing survey of migrants in the reception facilities and border posts reveal that many migrants need treatment, medication, psychosocial support, as well as information in their native languages. Over a third of respondents required medical treatment during their journey while 3 in 5 of those who spoke to WHO/Europe require treatment and medicines for an ongoing health condition. […]

on 11/11/2021 at 3:04 pm

WHO/Europe hosted a side event at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) this week to promote health and policies that are good for the climate and for health. In particular, panellists from a range of organizations spoke of the need for a change in the policy environment and the necessary tools to take health-focused actions, such as reducing air pollution and promoting active mobility. […]

on 11/11/2021 at 2:58 pm

For the first time, health is a central science priority area. The COP26 Health Programme was established to bring stronger health focus and ambition to COP26, to provide the impetus for action to adopt the implementation guidelines of the Paris Agreement. […]

on 11/11/2021 at 2:57 pm

For the first time, health is a central science priority area. The COP26 Health Programme was established to bring stronger health focus and ambition to COP26, to provide the impetus for action to adopt the implementation guidelines of the Paris Agreement. […]

on 11/11/2021 at 6:55 am

Capillary dried blood sampling, where samples are obtained from a finger or heel prick, has many advantages over traditional blood... […]

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on 11/11/2021 at 6:46 am

Modern food systems in the WHO European Region and beyond are associated with poor public health outcomes and are unsustainable. To address this global problem, the new WHO study “Sustainable food profiling models to inform the development of food labels that account for nutrition and the environment”, published in The Lancet Planetary Health, proposes a procedure for labelling foods according to their environmental and nutritional impact. […]

on 11/11/2021 at 6:01 am

The global blood borne testing market is projected to record an exponential CAGR of over 7-8% during 2021-2031, driven by... […]

on 10/11/2021 at 11:54 am

As we conclude the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic response, WHO/Europe has been collecting and sharing best practices in contact tracing from countries of the WHO European Region. It aims to document a variety of approaches based on several factors, including capacity, methodology, tools, community engagement and culture. […]

on 09/11/2021 at 10:02 am

Treating cervical cancer in future may take just 30 seconds thanks to a futuristic-looking device. The technology, recently recommended by WHO, was introduced in Uzbekistan at a WHO training course preparing the country’s health professionals to use the new equipment in outpatient clinics. […]

on 08/11/2021 at 9:36 am

A new factsheet launched by WHO examines the intricate connections between tobacco use and mental illness. The factsheet stresses the urgent need to address these connections: 2 in 3 people with severe mental health conditions are current smokers, which has an enormous impact on health. Reducing smoking among people with mental illness is identified as the single most effective action for reducing the gap in life expectancy. […]

on 04/11/2021 at 2:34 pm

A new report by WHO/Europe finds that people in Spain are less likely to suffer financial hardship because of health-care costs than people in most other European countries. […]

on 04/11/2021 at 12:46 pm

Testing, contact tracing, ventilation in indoor spaces and physical distancing remain part of our arsenal of defences, next to the rapid, fair and generalized uptake of vaccines by everyone eligible. These are tried and tested measures that enable lives to continue while controlling the virus and avoiding widespread, damaging lockdowns. We must change our tactics from reacting to surges of COVID-19 to preventing them from happening in the first place. […]

on 04/11/2021 at 12:46 pm

Testing, contact tracing, ventilation in indoor spaces and physical distancing remain part of our arsenal of defences, next to the rapid, fair and generalized uptake of vaccines by everyone eligible. These are tried and tested measures that enable lives to continue while controlling the virus and avoiding widespread, damaging lockdowns. We must change our tactics from reacting to surges of COVID-19 to preventing them from happening in the first place. […]

on 02/11/2021 at 8:22 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy, Pediatrics, Caregivers ISSUE: The FDA is warning that getting alcohol-based hand sanitizer in the eyes from splashing or touching the eyes after use of hand sanitizer can result in serious injury,... […]

on 01/11/2021 at 9:31 pm

Poliomyelitis (polio) returned to Tajikistan in the past year, with the first case of an outbreak of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) detected in a child who developed acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) on 22 November 2020 in the province of Khatlon. In response to the outbreak, 3 rounds of supplementation immunization with novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2) were conducted, all of which reached a reported 99% of the target group of children under the age of 6. […]

on 27/10/2021 at 8:47 am

Audience: Consumer October 27, 2021 -- artnaturals is voluntarily recalling ten manufacturing lots of artnaturals 8oz Scent Free Hand Sanitizer. FDA testing identified 8oz bottles of Scent Free Hand Sanitizer from a single manufacturing lot:... […]

on 25/10/2021 at 6:07 am

A novel, non-invasive nasal swab test could support more timely and accurate lung nodule diagnosis. […]

on 20/10/2021 at 1:48 pm

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy KENILWORTH, N.J., Oct. 19, 2021 – Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, is voluntarily recalling one lot of Cubicin® (daptomycin for injection) 500mg for intravenous... […]

on 19/10/2021 at 1:23 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy October 19, 2021 -- Burbank, CA, Bryant Ranch Prepack is voluntarily recalling 1 lot of Methocarbamol 500mg, Tablets to the consumer level. The bottles labeled as Methocarbamol 500mg Tablets have... […]

by MalloryHackett on 15/10/2021 at 7:41 pm

Although the panel gives guidance, the FDA does not have to follow its nonbinding recommendations. […]

by MalloryHackett on 14/10/2021 at 7:29 pm

With the launch of Walgreens Health, the company is doubling down on its consumer-centric healthcare strategy. […]

on 14/10/2021 at 11:08 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy Baltimore, Maryland, October 14, 2021: Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. is voluntarily recalling the below-mentioned batches of Irbesartan Tablets and Irbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets to the... […]

by MalloryHackett on 13/10/2021 at 8:05 pm

Long COVID patients are more likely to utilize healthcare services after their initial infection, resulting in increased costs. […]

by MalloryHackett on 12/10/2021 at 8:37 pm

The goal is that the technology platform will enable higher quality care and better patient experiences at a lower cost. […]

on 12/10/2021 at 9:04 am

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy October 12, 2021 -- Buena, NJ, Teligent Pharma, Inc. is voluntarily recalling the five lots of Lidocaine HCl Topical Solution 4%, 50mL in a screw cap glass bottle listed in the table below to the user level.... […]

by MalloryHackett on 11/10/2021 at 7:58 pm

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare employment has dropped by 524,000 jobs. […]

by MalloryHackett on 08/10/2021 at 8:16 pm

By selling these businesses in seven countries, Cigna plans to focus on its health services businesses. […]

on 08/10/2021 at 4:23 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional October 8, 2021 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning the public and health care professionals not to use needle-free devices such as hyaluron pens for injection of hyaluronic acid (HA) or... […]

by MalloryHackett on 07/10/2021 at 8:13 pm

The request for EUA will be considered October 26 by the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee. […]

by MalloryHackett on 04/10/2021 at 8:02 pm

Oscar Health also recently made similar partnerships with two health systems in Florida. […]

by MalloryHackett on 01/10/2021 at 8:11 pm

The pandemic spurred hospital at home programs but the benefits for providers and patients means their continuation. […]

on 01/10/2021 at 10:52 am

Audience: Consumer WHIPPANY, N.J., October 1, 2021 -- Bayer is voluntarily recalling all unexpired Lotrimin® AF and Tinactin® spray products with lot numbers beginning with TN, CV or NAA, distributed between September 2018 to September 2021,... […]

by MalloryHackett on 30/09/2021 at 8:23 pm

The new spinout will operate stand-alone imaging centers that offer both MRI and CT services. […]

on 30/09/2021 at 2:53 pm

Audience: Consumer September 30, 2021 -- Coppertone, owned by Beiersdorf, is voluntarily recalling specific lots of five Coppertone aerosol sunscreen spray products manufactured between the dates of January 10, 2021 and June 15, 2021 to the consumer... […]

on 29/09/2021 at 9:56 am

Audience: Pharmacy September 29, 2021 -- This is to provide you with important information regarding Dextran 40 (10% LMD in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection), which is indicated to enhance blood flow, particularly in the microcirculation, and is... […]

on 24/09/2021 at 1:55 pm

Audience: Wholesaler, Health Professional, Pharmacy, Consumer INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 24, 2021 -- Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) is voluntarily recalling lot D239382D, Expiration April 2022, of Glucagon Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar... […]

on 21/09/2021 at 9:27 am

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy September 21, 2021 -- Minneapolis, Minnesota, IntegraDose Compounding Services is voluntarily recalling nine lots, listed in the table below, of cefazolin 2 gram in 20 mL syringe for injection and two lots of... […]

on 17/09/2021 at 1:12 pm

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy September 17, 2021 -- FDA is alerting patients and health care professionals not to use compounded products intended to be sterile, produced and distributed nationwide by Prescription Labs Inc. doing business... […]

on 16/09/2021 at 7:56 am

Audience: Consumer Pfizer is voluntarily recalling all lots of Chantix 0.5 mg and 1 mg Tablets to the patient (consumer/user) level due to the presence of a nitrosamine, N-nitroso-varenicline, at or above the FDA interim acceptable intake limit. As... […]

on 13/09/2021 at 9:10 am

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy, Consumer September 13, 2021 -- Plainsboro, New Jersey, Jacobus Pharmaceutical Company Inc. is voluntarily recalling 3 lots of Ruzurgi® (amifampridine) 10 mg tablets to the consumer level. The products... […]

on 08/09/2021 at 11:28 am

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy  September 08, 2021 -- Wilmington, MA, Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Azurity”) is voluntarily recalling one lot of Firvanq (vancomycin hydrochloride for oral solution), Vancomycin 50 mg/mL Kit... […]

on 07/09/2021 at 11:21 am

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy September 07, 2021 -- ICU Medical, Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot (2,112 units) of Aminosyn II, 15%, An Amino Acid Injection, Sulfite Free intravenous (IV) solution to the hospital/user level due to the... […]

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A genomics-based blood test can predict likelihood that a baby suffering hypoxia at birth will suffer serious nervous disorders such... […]

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