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on 30/11/2020 at 12:08 pm

Cormay Caine misses a full day of work and drives more than 130 miles round trip to take five of her children to their pediatrician. The Sartell, Minnesota, clinic where their doctor used to work closed in August. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 12:07 pm

April 16 was a big day for Moderna, a Massachusetts biotech company on the verge of becoming a front-runner in the U.S. government's race for a coronavirus vaccine. It had received roughly half a billion dollars in federal funding to develop a COVID shot that might be used on millions of Americans. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 12:02 pm

Opened in 2016, Manchester’s Stoller Biomarker Discovery Centre (SBDC) is a globally renowned, multi-million-pound precision medicine research facility. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 11:38 am

Researchers have published a study on the efficacy of steam inhalations as another possible treatment to help mitigate SARS-CoV-2 infection. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 10:00 am

When the CMS mandated ADT alert requirement meets COVID-19, timely and effective information sharing is paramount. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 10:00 am

Healthcare organizations need to adopt automated service mapping in order to quickly address IT issues and overall increase network visibility. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 6:44 am

Anyone who has undergone a nasal swab or saliva test for COVID-19 knows that the virus is most easily detected in the nose and mouth. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 6:40 am

Going through a divorce is extremely challenging and previous research has highlighted the adverse effects that it can have on divorcees. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:48 am

Acute respiratory failure occurs in a subset of COVID-19 patients. Understanding the etiology of respiratory failure in COVID-19 patients is... […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:47 am

Acute respiratory failure occurs in a subset of COVID-19 patients. Understanding the etiology of respiratory failure in COVID-19 patients is... […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:42 am

While existing evidence supports beneficial cardiovascular effects of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1), emerging studies suggest that glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP)... […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:41 am

While existing evidence supports beneficial cardiovascular effects of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1), emerging studies suggest that glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP)... […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:41 am

While existing evidence supports beneficial cardiovascular effects of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1), emerging studies suggest that glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP)... […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:00 am

More COVID-19 studies should be devoted to how immunity emerges to SARS-CoV-2 in the mucous membranes of the nose and mouth, a new paper argues. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A unique stage of planetary system evolution has been imaged by astronomers, showing fast-moving carbon monoxide gas flowing away from a star system over 400 light years away, a discovery that provides an opportunity to study how our own solar system developed. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers found women face a 20% increased risk of developing heart failure or dying within five years after their first severe heart attack compared with men. In addition, women were more likely than men to be older and have a more complicated medical history at the time of their heart attacks. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Divorce can be grueling, and researchers are interested in understanding the factors that affect mental and physical health during this experience. A recent study is the first to examine divorcees immediately after a divorce and finds that their mental and physical health is reduced, with conflict emerging a key factor. The results could help researchers to design interventions to support divorcees through their divorce. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have developed a deep learning model that identifies imaging biomarkers on screening mammograms to predict a patient's risk for developing breast cancer with greater accuracy than traditional risk assessment tools. Results of the study are being presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Up to one-third of adult women who sustain a non-displaced fracture to the ulna bone of the forearm may be victims of intimate partner violence, according to a study being presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The findings underscore the need to screen for intimate partner violence in women with these types of injuries, researchers said. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Experts with the American Heart Association reviewed current research indicating how a woman's hormone changes, body composition, cholesterol and vascular health during the years leading to menopause (or menopause transition), which can increase the risk of developing heart disease after menopause.A new scientific statement provides an up-to-date synopsis on menopause data and how it relates to cardiovascular disease in women. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 4:20 am

As people age, they progressively lose muscle mass and strength, and this can lead to frailty and other age-related diseases. As the causes for the decline remain largely unknown, promoting muscle health is an area of great research interest. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 4:09 am

The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling on countries and global health partners to step up the fight against malaria, a preventable and treatable disease that continues to claim hundreds of thousands of lives each year. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 12:34 am

In fact, a new study by a researcher at the University College London (UCL) suggests that global temperature plays an essential role in the spread of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the causative agent of COVID-19. […]

on 30/11/2020 at 12:17 am

Now, a surprising new study shows that asymptomatic COVID-19 patients have greater viral loads than those with symptoms. […]

on 29/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

SUNDAY, Nov. 29, 2020 -- Later school start times for teenagers might help those who struggle with migraines, a new study suggests. Starting school later in the morning could reduce the number of migraines each month for these students, the... […]

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on 28/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

SATURDAY, Nov. 28, 2020 -- Nearly 7 in 10 Americans have lost sleep because they drank alcohol too close to bedtime, including 1 in 5 who often have this problem, a new poll shows. In the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) survey, men were... […]

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on 27/11/2020 at 11:07 pm

In a study on mice scientists pinpoint specific areas of the brain that individually promote patience through the action of serotonin. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 27/11/2020 at 4:46 pm

The post COVID-19 Vaccination e-learning programme now live appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

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on 27/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 27, 2020 -- Children born prematurely have a higher risk of hospitalization later on than those born at full term, a new study says. Health problems are common in premature babies, though the risk falls as they grow up. But researchers... […]

on 27/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 27, 2020 -- Opioid overdose deaths involving more than one substance are more common among American teens and young adults than deaths caused by opioids alone, researchers report. They also found that stimulants such as cocaine and... […]

on 27/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 27, 2020 -- Freezing their eggs or ovarian tissue before breast cancer treatment increases survivors' chances of having children after recovery, a new study finds. Nearly 10% of breast cancer cases occur in women younger than 45 years... […]

on 27/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

FRIDAY, Nov. 27, 2020 -- Women have higher survival rates after lung cancer surgery than men, according to a new study. Previous research on sex differences in survival after lung cancer treatment has yielded conflicting results, so researchers at... […]

on 27/11/2020 at 1:54 pm

New research has identified and described a cellular process that, despite what textbooks say, has remained elusive to scientists until now -- precisely how the copying of genetic material that, once started, is properly turned off. […]

on 27/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Soft, stretchy, slimline and strong electronics could accelerate the arrival of artificial skin. […]

on 27/11/2020 at 5:00 am

In a study on mice conducted by the Neural Computation Unit at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST), the authors, Dr. Katsuhiko Miyazaki and Dr. Kayoko Miyazaki, pinpoint specific areas of the brain that individually promote patience through the action of serotonin. […]

on 27/11/2020 at 5:00 am

The proliferation of pits and ponds created in recent years by miners digging for gold in Peru's Amazon has altered the landscape and amplified the risk of mercury poisoning, a new study shows. In some watersheds, there's been a 670% increase in land area covered by abandoned mining pits that have filled in with water. Low-oxygen conditions in these ponds accelerate the conversion of submerged mercury, a leftover from the mining, into highly toxic methylmercury. […]

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on 26/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

THURSDAY, Nov. 26, 2020 -- In isolated areas of the United States, nurse practitioners are filling an important role in helping people access treatment for opioid addiction, according to a Washington State University (WSU) study. Nurse... […]

on 26/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

THURSDAY, Nov. 26, 2020 -- If you smoke, you significantly increase your odds of developing bladder cancer, experts warn. "Everyone knows smoking causes lung cancer, but they don't always know about bladder cancer," said Dr. Srinivas Vourganti, a... […]

on 26/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

THURSDAY Nov. 26, 2020 -- Frequent, short exercise sessions may be better for diabetes patients' blood vessels than longer and fewer workouts, and that may reduce their risk of heart disease, according to a new study. People with type 2 diabetes... […]

on 26/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

THURSDAY, Nov. 26, 2020 – People who cook with wood instead of other fuels may be at risk of lung damage because of the pollutants and bacterial toxins they're breathing, a small study suggests. Researchers studied the impact of cookstove... […]

on 26/11/2020 at 1:59 pm

Demystifying traditional Chinese medicine for conservationists could be the key to better protecting endangered species like pangolins, tigers and rhino, according to researchers. Efforts to shift entrenched values and beliefs about Chinese medicine are not achieving conservation gains in the short term. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 1:59 pm

Researchers have compiled the world's most comprehensive list of known plant species. It contains 1,315,562 names of vascular plants, thus extending the number by some 70,000 - equivalent to about 20%. The researchers have also succeeded in clarifying 181,000 hitherto unclear species names. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 1:59 pm

Scientists have developed a new gene therapy approach that offers promise for one day treating an eye disease that leads to a progressive loss of vision and affects thousands of people across the globe. The study also has implications for a much wider suite of neurological disorders associated with aging. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 8:21 am

The number of people living with undiagnosed HIV is increasing in the WHO European Region overall. According to data published today by ECDC and WHO/Europe, more than 136 000 people were newly diagnosed in 2019. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 8:18 am

The number of people living with undiagnosed HIV is increasing in the WHO European Region overall. According to data published today by ECDC and WHO/Europe, more than 136 000 people were newly diagnosed in 2019. Roughly 20% of these diagnoses were in the European Union (EU)/European Economic Area (EEA) and 80% were in the eastern part of the WHO European Region. Every second HIV diagnosis (53%) happens at a late stage of the infection when the immune system has already started to fail. This is a sign that testing strategies in the Region are not working properly to diagnose HIV early. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 8:04 am

Preanalytical variables may affect the results of routine coagulation assays. One important variable is hematocrit (Ht), which affects coagulation testing... […]

on 26/11/2020 at 8:01 am

Phyllodes tumors (PTs) are a fibroepithelial tumor composed of an epithelial and a cellular stromal component. They may be considered... […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists from Trinity College Dublin have developed a new gene therapy approach that offers promise for one day treating an eye disease that leads to a progressive loss of vision and affects thousands of people across the globe. The study, which involved a collaboration with clinical teams in the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital and the Mater Hospital, also has implications for a much wider suite of neurological disorders associated with ageing. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Research published in Science reveals how pores form during metals additive manufacturing and become defects trapped in solidifying metal. The practical value of this research is that it can inform industry on how to predict and improve 3D printing processes. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Tortoise refugees with the highest genetic variation are far more likely to survive conservation translocation than tortoises whose genetic diversity is lower, according to a new study. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Over a period of 39 months, invasive keyhole wasps (Pachodynerus nasidens) at the Brisbane Airport were responsible for 93 instances of fully blocked replica pitot probes -- vital instruments that measure airspeed -- according to a study published November 30 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Alan House of Eco Logical Australia and colleagues. As noted by the authors, the results underscore the importance of risk-mitigating strategies, such as covering pitot probes when aircraft arrive and setting up additional traps to intercept the wasps. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

For decades, scientists have expected that the shedding of leaves from temperate trees will get later and later under ongoing climate change. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A team from the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) and the Institut national de santé publique du Québec (INSPQ), led by Professor Fateh Chebana, has recently developed a cold-health watch and warning system for cold waves, a first in the world. Their results were published in November 2020 in the journal Science of the Total Environment. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

University of Copenhagen researchers have been following vegetation trends across the planet's driest areas using satellite imagery from recent decades. They have identified a troubling trend: Too little vegetation is sprouting up from rainwater in developing nations, whereas things are headed in the opposite direction in wealthier ones. As a result, the future could see food shortages and growing numbers of climate refugees. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers warn that heatwaves and concurrent droughts of Mongolia's semi-arid plateau have increased significantly during the past two decades, with troubling implications for the future. The change also has ramifications for atmospheric conditions across the Northern Hemisphere. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Demystifying traditional Chinese medicine for conservationists could be the key to better protecting endangered species like pangolins, tigers and rhino, according to University of Queensland-led researchers. UQ PhD candidate Hubert Cheung said efforts to shift entrenched values and beliefs about Chinese medicine are not achieving conservation gains in the short term. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

The number of people living with undiagnosed HIV is increasing in the WHO European Region. According to data published today by ECDC and the WHO/Europe, more than 136 000 people were newly diagnosed in 2019 - roughly 20% of these diagnoses were in the EU/EAA and 80% in the eastern part of the European Region. Every second HIV diagnosis (53%) happens at a late stage of the infection, when the immune system has already started to fail. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Legal scholars, computer scientists and economists must work together to prevent unlawful price-surging behaviors from artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms used by rivals in a competitive market, argue Emilio Calvano and colleagues in this Policy Forum. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers at Leipzig University and the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) have compiled the world's most comprehensive list of known plant species. It contains 1,315,562 names of vascular plants, thus extending the number by some 70,000 - equivalent to about 20%. The researchers have also succeeded in clarifying 181,000 hitherto unclear species names. The data set has now been published in Scientific Data. This marks the culmination of ten years of intensive research work. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Finding medicines that can kill cancer cells while leaving normal tissue unscathed is a Holy Grail of oncology research. In two new papers, scientists at UC San Francisco and Princeton University present complementary strategies to crack this problem with 'smart' cell therapies -- living medicines that remain inert unless triggered by combinations of proteins that only ever appear together in cancer cells. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

The abrupt shift to hotter and drier conditions over inner East Asia is unprecedented and may herald an irreversible shift to a new climate regime for the region, according to a new study. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

New research has identified and described a cellular process that, despite what textbooks say, has remained elusive to scientists until now -- precisely how the copying of genetic material that, once started, is properly turned off. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A UCLA study publishing Nov. 27 in Science supports a new conservation strategy. Climate change increasingly makes relocating threatened species necessary, despite the frequently low success rate. The study found tortoises with lots of genetic variation were much more likely to survive after their relocation. The research supports this fast, inexpensive conservation tool, and upends the conventional wisdom suggesting that tortoises from areas moved from close by would fare best. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Neanderthal thumbs were better adapted to holding tools in the same way that we hold a hammer, according to a paper published in Scientific Reports. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 12:07 am

The health harms associated with prolonged sitting can be offset by exceeding weekly recommended physical activity levels, says the World Health Organization (WHO) in new global guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behavior. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 12:07 am

Being born early (before 37 weeks' gestation) is associated with a higher risk of hospital admission throughout childhood than being born at full term (40 weeks' gestation), finds a new study. […]

on 26/11/2020 at 12:07 am

Higher than normal blood pressure is linked to more extensive brain damage in the elderly, according to a new study. In particular, the study found that there was a strong association between diastolic blood pressure (the blood pressure between heart beats) before the age of 50 and brain damage in later life, even if the diastolic blood pressure was within what is normally considered to be a healthy range. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- How does having multiple sclerosis (MS) affect a person's odds for cancer? The answer may depend on the type of cancer, new research shows. The study found that MS patients do have much greater odds of developing bladder... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Purdue Pharma pleaded guilty to three criminal charges linked to the Oxycontin maker's role in the nation's opioid epidemic. In a virtual hearing Tuesday with a federal judge in Newark, New Jersey, Purdue admitted that... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

The annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology was held virtually this year from Nov. 12 to 16 and attracted participants from around the world, including allergy and immunology specialists as well as other health... […]

on 25/11/2020 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. 23 to 25, 2020. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal studies and other trusted... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Apolipoprotein E4 (ApoE4) genotype, anxiety, and lower hippocampal (HV) and entorhinal cortex volumes (ERV) are associated with an elevated progression rate from mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to Alzheimer disease (AD),... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- More than 40 percent of radiologists separated from at least one practice in recent years, according to a study published online Nov. 13 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. Stefan Santavicca, from the... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine could start being distributed in the United States "soon after" a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory committee meets on Dec. 10 to consider the company's application for emergency use... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Black Americans face a heightened risk of stroke, and a new study suggests that abnormalities in the heart's upper chambers play a role. Experts said the findings, published Nov. 25 in the journal Neurology, point to an... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 8:48 pm

Analysis of survey results has revealed that in women, obesity is linked to various social and economic factors. In addition, this study is the first in Japan to illuminate the connection between abuse during childhood and obesity in adulthood. These results highlight the importance of taking these factors into account when implementing policies to tackle obesity. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 8:48 pm

Analysis of recordings from infants' homes reveals that certain types of vocal interactions between adults and infants are associated with a larger infant vocabulary. […]

by MalloryHackett on 25/11/2020 at 8:28 pm

In a recently-announced merger with the larger Intermountain system, CEO Kelby Krabbenhoft was to serve as president emeritus. […]

by Rebecca Pifer on 25/11/2020 at 7:31 pm

The Kaiser Family Foundation found 30 insurers joined the marketplace across 20 states, while another 61 expanded in existing regions for the 2021 plan year. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 6:51 pm

Researchers have detected a connection between Brachyspira, a genus of bacteria in the intestines, and IBS -- especially the form that causes diarrhea. Although the discovery needs confirmation in larger studies, there is hope that it might lead to new remedies for many people with irritable bowel syndrome. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 6:51 pm

The quantum sensing abilities of nanodiamonds can be used to improve the sensitivity of paper-based diagnostic tests, potentially allowing for earlier detection of diseases such as HIV, according to a new study. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 6:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov 25, 2020 (HealthDay) -- A new approach that could revolutionize spinal fusion surgery does away with the need to "flip" patients from their back or side onto their stomach midway through the operation -- a switch researchers say... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:23 pm

It is largely unknown why influenza infections lead to an increased risk of bacterial pneumonia. Researchers have now described important findings leading to so-called superinfections, which claim many lives around the world every year. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:23 pm

Telomeres are specialized structures at the end of chromosomes which protect our DNA and ensure healthy division of cells. According to a new study, the mechanisms of telomere protection are surprisingly unique in stem cells. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:44 pm

Among the new findings, the research team found that chronic oxidative stress during spaceflight contributed to the telomere elongation they observed. They also found that astronauts had shorter telomeres after spaceflight than they did before. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:44 pm

Studies of both mice and humans who have traveled into space reveal that critical parts of a cell's energy production machinery, the mitochondria, can be made dysfunctional due to changes in gravity, radiation exposure and other factors. These findings are part of an extensive research effort across many scientific disciplines to look at the health effects of travel into space. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:43 pm

An international study has revealed that the genetic risk of pre-eclampsia - a potentially dangerous condition in pregnancy - is related to blood pressure and body mass index. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:43 pm

Neuroscientists tracked the brains and pupils of self-described basketball fans as they watched March Madness games, to study how people process surprise -- an unexpected change of circumstances that shifts an anticipated outcome. They found that that shifts in the pattern of activity in high-level brain areas only happened at moments that contradicted the watchers' current beliefs about which team was more likely to win. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- From 2016 to 2019, there was an increase in prepregnancy obesity in the United States, according to a November data brief published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends offering behavioral counseling interventions that promote healthy diet and physical activity to adults with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. These... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

  WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Delirium is often the first symptom of COVID-19 to appear in older people, a new study finds. They may have confusion with an altered level of consciousness, disorientation, inattention and other mental... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- During a Thanksgiving week marred by the coronavirus pandemic, Anthony Fauci, M.D., spoke with HD Live! about the need for uniformity in response to the pandemic. And he assured that "help is on the way" in the form of a... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:43 pm

Gut hormones play an important role in regulating fat production in the body. One key hormone, released a few hours after eating, turns off fat production by regulating gene expression in the liver, but this regulation is abnormal in obesity, researchers found in a new study. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:43 pm

Scientists have discovered a training method to further improve the delicate touch of pianists by optimizing the method rather than increase the amount of training. They developed a system that freely controls the weight of piano keys using a haptic device, which enables to control the strength and direction of the force. The results of experiments showed that enhancing the somatosensory function of fingertips with AHT could improve the accuracy of keystrokes. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:43 pm

A computational model of a human lung cell has been used to understand how SARS-CoV-2 draws on human host cell metabolism to reproduce. This study helps understand how the virus uses the host to survive, and enable drug predictions for treating the virus to be made. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:43 pm

Physical activity makes happy and is important to maintain psychic health. Researchers studied the brain regions which play a central role in this process. Their findings reveal that even everyday activities, such as climbing stairs, significantly enhance well-being, in particular of persons susceptible to psychiatric disorders. […]

by Hailey Mensik on 25/11/2020 at 3:17 pm

Sanford’s board of trustees and CEO Kelby Krabbenhoft have "mutually agreed to part ways," the major Midwest health system said, following a controversial email Krabbenhoft sent to staff about masks last week. […]

by Samantha Liss on 25/11/2020 at 3:15 pm

The system's net income plummeted to $49.3 million through the first nine months from $1.3 billion a year prior as the virus continues to drag performance.&nbs […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Cryoballoon ablation is superior to drug therapy as an initial treatment for the prevention of atrial arrhythmia recurrence in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, according to a study published online Nov. 16 in... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Characteristics of satisfaction with Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) have been identified, and physical activity (PA) is associated with improved quality of life after RYGB, according to two studies published online Nov.... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- For older adults presenting to the emergency department with COVID-19, delirium is common and is associated with worse outcomes, according to a study published online Nov. 19 in JAMA Network Open. Maura Kennedy, M.D.,... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- An artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm can detect COVID-19 on chest X-rays with similar performance to that of a consensus of thoracic radiologists, according to a study published online Nov. 24 in Radiology. Ramsey... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Previous and current use of any and combined hormonal contraceptives is associated with a reduction in the risk for severe asthma exacerbation, according to a study published online Nov. 23 in Thorax. Bright I. Nwaru,... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Sotagliflozin is beneficial for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in patients with recent worsening heart failure as well as in patients with chronic kidney disease, according to two studies published online Nov. 16 in the... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Less than one-third of infants born to mothers with hepatitis C virus infection (HCV+) receive appropriate HCV follow-up testing, according to a study presented at The Liver Meeting, the annual meeting of the American... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:03 pm

Researchers find that viewing interests as developable, not fixed, can help people make connections among diverse fields that others might miss, with implications for innovation. Their research suggests that understanding this can benefit organizations in generating innovative solutions and ideas, job seekers taking on new or wide-ranging responsibilities, and can create a culture for interdisciplinary learning and problem-solving. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 3:03 pm

Researchers have identified a unique population of astrocytes in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord of mice that produces pain hypersensitivity when activated by neurons carrying signals down from the brain. The findings indicate that the role of descending neurons in controlling spinal pain transmission is not limited to suppression and point to this group of astrocytes as a new target for enhancing the effect of chronic pain treatments. […]

by Rebecca Pifer on 25/11/2020 at 2:38 pm

The new report from CB Insights suggests funding is likely to slow as 2020, a year of historic volatility, draws to a close. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 2:15 pm

Researchers have created the world's first bioactive plant-based nanocellulose hydrogel to support organoid growth for biomedical applications. This includes cancer development and treatment. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 2:15 pm

A new study shows that among patients who have obesity and who tested positive for COVID-19, a past history of bariatric surgery was significantly associated with a lower risk of hospital and intensive care unit admission. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 2:15 pm

Advanced imaging with CT shows that people who cook with biomass fuels like wood are at risk of suffering considerable damage to their lungs from breathing in dangerous concentrations of pollutants and bacterial toxins, according to a new study. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 2:14 pm

None of the mutations currently documented in the SARS-CoV-2 virus appear to increase its transmissibility in humans, according to a new study. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 (American Heart Association News) -- Lawnae Hunter was ecstatic to escape snowy Oregon and her hectic schedule for a 10-day Christmas vacation with her son, daughter-in-law and then-9-year-old granddaughter in the Turks and... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 (American Heart Association News) -- If you think the teenagers in your life have been eating a lot of unhealthy food – you're probably right. U.S. adolescents get about two-thirds of their calories from... […]

by Maria Rachal on 25/11/2020 at 1:55 pm

The American College of Surgeons is among those placing new emphasis on factoring healthcare worker and surgeon wellbeing into capacity decisions going forward. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

  Here are noteworthy new items compiled by HealthDay staff:   Meghan, Duchess of Sussex Reveals Miscarriage Meghan the Duchess of Sussex had a miscarriage in July, she revealed in an opinion piece in The New York Times on... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Approved vaccines against the new coronavirus could begin to be distributed to the most at-risk Americans as early as mid-December, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert, said Thursday. "And as we... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Strong sleeping pills known as "Z-drugs" may increase the risk of falls, fractures and stroke among people with dementia, British researchers report. People with dementia can have trouble sleeping and are often... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Social and financial struggles are common among Black American cancer survivors and take a heavy toll on their health-related quality of life, according to a new study. Health-related quality of life among cancer... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov 25, 2020 -- The turnaround time -- from the emergence of the new coronavirus to the advent of multiple vaccines to prevent it -- has been nothing short of "breathtaking," said Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's leading expert on... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- A widely used tuberculosis vaccine may help protect people against the new coronavirus or reduce the severity of COVID-19, a new study suggests. The Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) was developed in the early 1900s... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, anecdotal reports suggested that infusing very sick patients with the blood plasma of people who'd survived the disease might help boost outcomes. But study findings released Nov. 24 in... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Colon cancer treatment for low-income Americans has improved with Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act, a new study says. That includes earlier diagnosis, increased access to treatment and better surgical... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- The majority of older Americans say they're likely to get a COVID-19 vaccine, but many would want to wait a bit before getting the shot, a new survey reveals. Older adults are among the groups with the highest priority... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 25, 2020 -- Men with COVID-19 and cancer run a greater risk for severe symptoms and death than women with both conditions, a new study finds. Researchers concluded that male cancer patients are 60% more likely to have severe... […]

by Ricky Zipp on 25/11/2020 at 12:26 pm

The changes include two safe harbor pathways and "allow you to do things that otherwise might violate the kickback statute or the Stark Law. So, that is always welcome in the industry," one lawyer said. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 10:38 am

Emergency Medical Teams (EMTs) are WHO-classified teams of health-care professionals who can be deployed to provide immediate assistance to countries and territories during natural disasters, outbreaks and emergencies. During the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for EMTs surged across different regions, and WHO facilitated the transfer of knowledge and practices in the spirit of solidarity. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:47 am

Some patients who have recovered from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) with documented negative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) results at... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:47 am

Some patients who have recovered from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) with documented negative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) results at... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:47 am

Some patients who have recovered from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) with documented negative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) results at... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:43 am

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare, autoimmune disorder in which a person’s own immune system damages the nerves, causing muscle... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:43 am

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare, autoimmune disorder in which a person’s own immune system damages the nerves, causing muscle... […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

The key factor in deciding how to incorporate AI recommenders is whether consumers are focused on the functional and practical aspects of a product (its utilitarian value) or on the experiential and sensory aspects of a product (its hedonic value). […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Fiji's national vaccine program against pneumonia, a serious lung condition, and rotavirus, a common disease which causes severe diarrhoea and vomiting, has reduced illness and death, new research shows. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers have identified a unique population of astrocytes in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord of mice that produces pain hypersensitivity when activated by neurons carrying signals down from the brain. The findings indicate that the role of descending neurons in controlling spinal pain transmission is not limited to suppression and point to this group of astrocytes as a new target for enhancing the effect of chronic pain treatments. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

An international research group headed by Professor SEINO Susumu (Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine) has clarified the action mechanism of widely utilized incretin-based drugs in the treatment of diabetes. These findings are important for illuminating the mechanism behind diabetes and will hopefully provide a basis for new treatments. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A team of scientists has succeeded in visualizing how carbon dioxide (CO2) behaves in an ionic liquid that selectively absorbs CO2. The finding is expected to help develop more efficient methods to capture CO2 in the atmosphere, one of the major factors causing global warming. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

So reveals academic research involving the collaboration of Javier Gil-Bazo, a professor at the UPF Department of Economics and Business, with Peter Hoffmann and Sergio Mayordomo, published in the renowned journal Review of Financial Studies.The study shows that banks in Spain strategically resort to this practice especially in times of crisis, when access to traditional funding is limited and costly, and therefore the incentives are greater. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Physical activity makes happy and is important to maintain psychic health. Researchers of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the Central Institute of Mental Health (CIMH) in Mannheim studied the brain regions which play a central role in this process. Their findings reveal that even everyday activities, such as climbing stairs, significantly enhance well-being, in particular of persons susceptible to psychiatric disorders. The study is published in Science Advances (DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aaz8934). […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Analysis of survey results by Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine has revealed that in women, obesity is linked to various social and economic factors. In addition, this study is the first in Japan to illuminate the connection between abuse during childhood and obesity in adulthood. These results highlight the importance of taking these factors into account when implementing policies to tackle obesity. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A computational model of a human lung cell has been used to understand how SARS-CoV-2 draws on human host cell metabolism to reproduce by researchers at the University of Warwick. This study helps understand how the virus uses the host to survive, and enable drug predictions for treating the virus to be made. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Materials that convert mechanical into electrical or magnetic energy could open the door to a future of wearable and structure-integrated virus sensors. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Although it is a widely known scientific fact that infectious diseases emerge and re-emerge due to climate change, a study which included the involvement of the UAB published in PlosOne reveals that 48.9% of the population surveyed are not aware of this relation. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists from NUST MISIS have improved the technology of 3D printing from aluminum, having achieved an increase in the hardness of products by 1,5 times. The nanocarbon additive to aluminum powder, which they have developed, obtained from the products of processing associated petroleum gas, will improve the quality of 3D printed aerospace composites. The research results are published in the international scientific journal Composites Communications […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

With new insights into how the genetic tool CRISPR - which allows direct editing of our genes - evolved and adapted, we are now one step closer to understanding the basis of the constant struggle for survival that takes place in nature. The results can be used in future biotechnologies. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

The study shows how and when the first groups of land explorers became better walkers than swimmers. The analysis spans the fin-to-limb transition and reconstructs the evolution of terrestrial movement in early tetrapods. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers from TU Dresden and the Swiss Light Source at the Paul Scherrer Institute in Switzerland are the first to determine the three dimensional (3D) structure of a protein responsible for glass formation in sponges. They explain how the earliest and, in fact, the only known natural protein-mineral crystal is formed. The results were published in the journal PNAS. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Ataxia is a minority disease with genetic origins, known for its neuromuscular alterations due to the selective loss of neurons in the cerebellum. University of Barcelona researchers have identified new functions in the ataxin 3 gene (ATXN3) -which causes Machado-Joseph disease, the most common type of ataxia- in the development of retina photoreceptors. These results are relevant also to understand other diseases, such as macular degenerations. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

This is the subject of analysis of a digital ethnography study by Liudmila Shafirova, Daniel Cassany and Carme Bach, all members of the GR@EL research group at the Department of Translation and Language Sciences, published in Journal of Language and Intercultural Communication on 24 September. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers from Yale-NUS College find that viewing interests as developable, not fixed, can help people make connections among diverse fields that others might miss, with implications for innovation. Their research suggests that understanding this can benefit organisations in generating innovative solutions and ideas, job seekers taking on new or wide-ranging responsibilities, and can create a culture for interdisciplinary learning and problem-solving. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

As people age, joints become less flexible, causing balance problems that lower quality of life. Dr. Kosuke Hirata, Mr. Ryosuke Yamadera, and Prof. Ryota Akagi from the Shibaura Institute of Technology revealed that among younger adults, muscle but not nerve stiffness is associated with the ankle's range of motion (ROM), whereas only nerve stiffness is linked to ankle ROM among older adults. In other words, non-muscle tissue becomes more important for joint flexibility with age. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

People with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) could soon benefit from a new drug treatment, otilimab, that not only suppresses inflammation but also significantly reduces patient reported pain scores. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A team from the Diverfarming project has found microplastics in 92% of the faeces of sheep fed in intensive agricultural zones of Murcia that they analysed […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Princess Margaret scientists have revealed how stem cells are able to generate new blood cells throughout our life by looking at vast, uncharted regions of our genetic material that hold important clues to subtle biological changes in these cells. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers from Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) have developed a tool that allows early detection of shade avoidance syndrome (SAS) in plants using Raman spectroscopy in significantly less time compared to conventional methods. The discovery can help farmers better monitor plant health and lead to improved crop yield. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Iron-deficiency anaemia is a major concern in low-income settings, especially for women. In a new study by the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) and partners published yesterday in The Lancet Global Health, researchers found that iron infusion was feasible, safe and, in contrast to the standard iron-deficiency anaemia treatment of oral iron tablets, highly effective in Tanzania. This is the first study to provide evidence of the benefits and safety of iron infusion in a low-income setting. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Motivation for language learning is a system of cognitive, emotional, and personality-related characteristics. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists have built tiny droplet-based microbial factories that produce hydrogen, instead of oxygen, when exposed to daylight in air. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Australian researchers have identified a protein that could protect the kidneys from 'bystander' damage caused by cancer therapies. The 'cell survival protein', called BCL-XL, was required in laboratory models to keep kidney cells alive and functioning during exposure to chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Kidney damage is a common side effect of these widely used cancer therapies, and the discovery has shed light on how this damage occurs at the molecular level. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Large energy loss in the device has limited a further increase in efficiency and commercialization. Recently, a research team led by Prof. Zhao-Kui Wang from Soochow University was using (NH4)2C2O4* H2O to treat CsPbBrI2 perovskite film during spin-coating. The CsPbBrI2 underwent secondary crystallization to form high quality films with micrometer-scale and low trap density. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

None of the mutations currently documented in the SARS-CoV-2 virus appear to increase its transmissibility in humans, according to a study led by UCL researchers, published in Nature Communications. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Although our body changes and our beliefs and values may vary throughout our lives, our essence remains stable. Research at the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM) has recorded brain activity in a group of individuals showing that our ability to recognise ourselves as distinctive --the "continuity of the self"-- remains undiminished by change and that it takes us only 250 milliseconds to recognise ourselves. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

An international study, coordinated by experts from the University of Nottingham, has revealed that the genetic risk of pre-eclampsia - a potentially dangerous condition in pregnancy - is related to blood pressure and body mass index. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Japanese scientists discovered a training method to further improve the delicate touch of pianists by optimizing the method rather than increase the amount of training. They developed a system that freely controls the weight of piano keys using a haptic device, which enables to control the strength and direction of the force. The results of experiments showed that enhancing the somatosensory function of fingertips with AHT could improve the accuracy of keystrokes. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A team of international scientists led by ETH researcher Paolo Sossi has gained new insights into Earth's atmosphere of 4.5 billion years ago. Their results have implications for the possible origins of life on Earth. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Squirrels form a diverse family of rodents. Nearly 300 species have been described, and they occur in every land environment on the planet, from tropical forests to hot and cold deserts. But why are there so many species? A study led by researchers from the Complutense University of Madrid and the Institute of Geosciences (UCM-CSIC) has examined the characteristics of squirrel species that contribute to their evolutionary success in the face of global climate change. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

The quantum sensing abilities of nanodiamonds can be used to improve the sensitivity of paper-based diagnostic tests, potentially allowing for earlier detection of diseases such as HIV, according to a study led by UCL researchers in the i-sense McKendry group. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Astrophysicists from Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) joined the international research team for explaining the difference in the results of observation of the comet 41P/ Tuttle - Giacobini - Kresak. Researchers believe that data obtained by three independent teams are complementary and its complex analysis helps to unravel the mystery of dust chemical composition of comet 41P and other conundrums of the Universe. A related article appears in Astronomy & Astrophysics. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

The lives of patients hospitalised with COVID-19 are being saved by doctors who are using an existing medical treatment at an earlier stage. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) in the first days of hospitalisation seems to save between 10% to 20% of patients. The researchers also found that the early use of CPAP potentially reduces lung damage during the worst of the COVID-19 infection and allows the patient to recover from the inflammatory effects. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Products derived from nanotechnology are efficient and highly sought-after, yet their effects on the environment are still poorly understood. A research team from the University of Geneva have investigated the effects of nanosilver, currently used in almost 450 products for its antibacterial properties, on the algae known as Poterioochromonas malhamensis. The results show that nanosilver disturb the alga's entire metabolism. Its membrane becomes more permeable, the cellular ROS increases and photosynthesis is less effective. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have detected a connection between Brachyspira, a genus of bacteria in the intestines, and IBS -- especially the form that causes diarrhea. Although the discovery needs confirmation in larger studies, there is hope that it might lead to new remedies for many people with irritable bowel syndrome. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Despite their reputation, rats are surprisingly sociable and regularly help each other out. Researchers at the Universities of Göttingen, Bern and St Andrews have shown that a rat just has to smell another rat that is engaged in helpful behaviour to increase their own helpfulness. This is the first study to show that just the smell of a cooperating rat is enough to trigger a helpful response. Research appeared in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Scientists who are members of the Borexino Collaboration have provided the first experimental proof of the occurrence of the so-called CNO cycle in the Sun: They have managed to directly detect the distinctive neutrinos generated during this fusion process. This is an important milestone on the route to better understanding the fusion processes that occur in the Sun. The Borexino Collaboration's findings have been published in the latest issue of the journal Nature. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Chia seeds, goji berries or quinoa -- 48% of the population see so-called 'superfoods' as part of a health-conscious diet. This is shown by a recent representative survey by the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR). […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Being emotionally flexible may be one of the most important factors when it comes to longevity and overall health of your romantic and familial relationships. That's the finding of a new University of Rochester meta-analysis, published in the Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, which statistically combined the results of 174 separate studies that had looked at acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and emotion regulation. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Princeton researchers Shan He, Martin Jonikas, and colleagues have discovered how Rubisco holoenzymes assemble to form the fluid-like matrix of the algal pyrenoid, an organelle that mediates the incorporation of carbon dioxide into sugars. The study detailing the group's findings was published November 23, 2020 in the journal Nature Plants. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Telomeres are specialized structures at the end of chromosomes which protect our DNA and ensure healthy division of cells. According to a new study from researchers at the Francis Crick Institute published in Nature, the mechanisms of telomere protection are surprisingly unique in stem cells. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers at the Estonian Genome Center at the University of Tartu studied how people at high risk for breast, ovarian or prostate cancer responses to the feedback of genetic findings. Gene donors who chose to receive results appreciated being contacted and considered the information provided to be valuable. Authors find that knowing more about people's genetic traits will significantly expand the chances of early detection of breast-, ovarian- and prostate cancer in the future. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Wheat researchers at the John Innes Centre are pioneering a new technique that promises to improve gene discovery for the globally important crop. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Princeton University researchers have discovered that assembly of the algal pyrenoid, a structure that mediates the incorporation of carbon dioxide into sugars, is guided by the presence of a particular protein sequence, or motif. The study describing this breakthrough, by researchers Moritz Meyer, Martin Jonikas, and colleagues, appeared November 11, 2020 in the open-access journal Science Advances. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

New BIDMC-led research sheds light on the genetic risk factors that make individuals more or less susceptible to severe COVID-19. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A novel CAR T-cell therapy developed by researchers at UCL and designed to target cancerous tumours, has shown promising early results in children with neuroblastoma, a rare form of childhood cancer. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Freshwater fish reserves are extraordinarily successful at protecting multiple species of fish, a new study of a network of community-based reserves in Thailand has found. Aaron Koning, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Nevada, Reno's Global Water Center, spent seven years studying a network of freshwater protected areas (fish reserves) that communities established in one branch of the Salween River Basin in northern Thailand. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

An international team of about 100 scientists of the Borexino Collaboration, including particle physicist Andrea Pocar at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, report in Nature this week detection of neutrinos from the sun, directly revealing for the first time that the carbon-nitrogen-oxygen (CNO) fusion-cycle is at work in our sun. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

In a paper published Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020, in Nature, Kansas State University researchers, in collaboration with the international 10+ Genome Project led by the University of Saskatchewan, have announced the complete genome sequencing of 15 wheat varieties representing breeding programs around the world -- an invaluable resource to improve global wheat production. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

In countries where academic performance in math is high, students paradoxically tend to have lower levels of interest in the subject. A recent study suggests that this effect is even stronger among girls, potentially explaining why they tend to do slightly less well at math than their male peers in high-achieving countries. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A research team from RUDN University developed an algorithm to help large groups of people make optimal decisions in a short time. They confirmed the efficiency of their model using the example of the market at which the outbreak of COVID-19 began. The model helped the administration and sellers agree on closing the market and reach a consensus about the sums of compensations in just three steps. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

New WSU research sheds light on the production of an 800-year-old turkey feather blanket and explores the economic and cultural aspects of raising turkeys to supply feathers in the ancient Southwest. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Why do so many Republicans still believe that the recent US presidential election was fraudulent? Is it possible to reach coronavirus deniers with factual arguments? A study by researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development and the University of Amsterdam provides insights into what it is that stops people from changing their minds. Their findings have been published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society of London B. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers at the University of York have created a new modified wheat variety that increases grain production by up to 12%. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

It is largely unknown why influenza infections lead to an increased risk of bacterial pneumonia. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have now described important findings leading to so-called superinfections, which claim many lives around the world every year. The study is published in the journal PNAS, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, and can also contribute to research on COVID-19. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Advanced practice providers (APPs) have lower productivity compared with emergency department physicians, seeing fewer and less complex patients and generating less relative value units per hour, and having no apparent impact on patient satisfaction and safety metrics. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

For the first time, the international team was able to directly observe neutrinos from this cycle (CNO neutrinos) with the Borexino detector in the Laboratori Nazionali in the Gran Sasso Massif (Italy). This milestone represents the fulfilment of a long-cherished scientific dream for the Dresden neutrino researcher Prof Kai Zuber and his team at the Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Recently, a long-form review titled "Towards 6G wireless communication networks: vision, enabling technologies, and new paradigm shifts" was published in SCIENCE CHINA Information Sciences Vol. 64, No.1. This article, co-authored by 50 researchers from 24 scientific research institutes, colleges, and companies both at home and abroad, provides a comprehensive survey of the latest progress and developmental trends about 6G networks. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Princeton neuroscientists tracked the brains and pupils of self-described basketball fans as they watched March Madness games, to study how people process surprise -- an unexpected change of circumstances that shifts an anticipated outcome. They found that that shifts in the pattern of activity in high-level brain areas only happened at moments that contradicted the watchers' current beliefs about which team was more likely to win. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Waste fishing gear in the River Ganges poses a threat to wildlife including otters, turtles and dolphins, new research shows. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Lung tissue of patients who suffered severely from COVID-19 shows good recovery in most cases. This was revealed by a study carried out by the Radboud university medical center that has now been published in Clinical Infectious Diseases. A striking conclusion is that the group who was referred by a GP did not recover as well as patients who were admitted to the hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU). […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A team of mathematicians from RUDN University added new symbolic integration functionality to the Sage computerized algebra system. The team implemented ideas and methods suggested by the German mathematician Karl Weierstrass in the 1870s. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

A collaboration between researchers from Cornell University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison has found that small, community-based reserves in Thailand's Salween River Basin are serving as critical refuges for fish diversity in a region whose subsistence fisheries have suffered from decades of overharvesting. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Is there a unifying principle underpinning animal locomotion in its rich diversity? The thermodynamic analysis shows why and how waste minimization prevails on efficiency or power maximization when it comes to free locomotion irrespective of the available mode and gaits. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

"We already know how to shoot electrons ballistically through one-dimensional nanowires made from these oxide materials," explains Levy. "What is different here is that we have changed the environment for the electrons, forcing them to weave left and right as they travel. This motion changes the properties of the electrons, giving rise to new behavior." […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Air-sea coupling improves the simulation of the western North Pacific summer monsoon in the WRF4 model at a synoptic scale resolving resolution […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

An international research team analyzed the risk impact and the effectiveness of possible erradication strategies for invasive species already in the region as well as those that have yet to arriv […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Computational chemists from St Petersburg University and the Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences have developed a new strategy for using calcium acetylide in the synthesis of organic compounds. The researchers proposed a new approach by analysing the interaction of calcium acetylide with water and dimethyl sulfoxide on the atomic scale. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 5:00 am

Researchers from the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology, Jena University and University Hospital have developed an optical toolbox to build microscopes for a few hundred euros that deliver high-resolution images comparable to commercial microscopes that cost up to a thousand times more. The 3D printed open-source modular system can be combined in the way the research question requires -- from the observation of living organisms in the incubator to a toolbox for education. […]

by Ron Shinkman on 25/11/2020 at 1:03 am

The economic impact from COVID-19 could make it harder for workers to pay for their share of employee-sponsored healthcare coverage, a survey from The Commonwealth Fund found. […]

on 25/11/2020 at 12:05 am

Researchers have used cutting edge technology to bioprint miniature human kidneys in the lab, paving the way for new treatments for kidney failure and possibly lab-grown transplants. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Contraceptive use is low among women of reproductive age undergoing dialysis for end-stage kidney disease, according to a study published online Oct. 26 in Kidney Medicine. Silvi Shah, M.D., from the University of... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Americans planning to travel out of the country should get a total of three COVID-19 tests before and after their flights, according to updated guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first treatment for the rare genetic disorder primary hyperoxaluria type 1 (PH1), the agency announced Monday. Oxlumo (lumasiran) is approved to treat PH1, the most common... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- The approved indication for Xofluza (baloxavir marboxil) has been expanded to include postexposure prevention of influenza for those who may have come in contact with someone who has the flu, the U.S. Food and Drug... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Between March and May 2020, there was a significant increase in non-COVID-19-related deaths over previous years, according to a study published in the December issue of Public Health. Sheldon H. Jacobson, Ph.D., and Janet... […]

by MalloryHackett on 24/11/2020 at 9:28 pm

Risk adjustment data validation ensures payment integrity and accuracy - and it affects what plans are paid. […]

by Samantha Liss on 24/11/2020 at 9:22 pm

After closing out its last fiscal year with a net loss of $1 billion, the giant nonprofit swung to a quarterly profit with net income of $1.2 billion. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 9:14 pm

Engineers filled a glass tube bent like a tuning fork, kept vibrating by a circuit at its resonance frequency, with simulated stomach and intestine contents and passed an over-the-counter time-release drug granule through the tube. They observed a brief change in the frequency. When plotted, they could compare the peaks of resonance frequency against the time to learn the buoyant mass of the drug granule at that moment. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 8:28 pm

Anthraquinones are a class of naturally occurring compounds prized for their medicinal properties, as well as for other applications, including ecologically friendly dyes. Despite wide interest, the mechanism by which plants produce them has remained shrouded in mystery until now. New work reveals a gene responsible for anthraquinone synthesis in plants. Their findings could help scientists cultivate a plant-based mechanism for harvesting these useful compounds in bulk quantities. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 8:08 pm

A proof-of-concept study conducted in a mouse model of Alzheimer's disease offers new evidence that copper isotopes can be used to detect the amyloid-beta protein deposits that form in the brains of people living with -- or at risk of developing -- Alzheimer's. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 8:08 pm

Researchers used a variety of advanced drug screening techniques to test out more than 10,000 compounds in search of a cure. To their surprise, they found that the widely used antibiotic methacycline was effective at preventing brain infections and reducing neurological problems associated with the virus in mice. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 8:08 pm

Currently, there are over 10 million confirmed cases and more than 240,000 casualties attributed to COVID-19 in the U.S. Researchers have applied computational models to investigate infection rates in relation to social distancing measures. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 8:08 pm

Even though people tend to remember fewer details about past events as time goes by, the details they do remember are retained with remarkable fidelity, according to a new study. This finding holds true regardless of the age of the person or the amount of time that elapsed since the event took place. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 8:08 pm

Metabolic robustness, the ability of a metabolic system to buffer changes in its environment, is not always a welcome feature for microbiologists: it interferes with metabolic engineering or prevents that antibiotics kill bacteria. Therefore it is important to understand the mechanisms that enable metabolic robustness. A massively parallel CRISPRi screen demonstrated that E. colimetabolism is very robust against knockdowns of enzymes, and multi-omics data revealed the mechanisms behind it. In the future, the researchers want to apply this knowledge to build better models of metabolism, which enable rational-design of industrial microbes. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 8:08 pm

Researchers identify positive effector behind reduced food intake. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 6:46 pm

Research finds a new relationship between memory and the ability to incorporate changes into one's understanding of the world. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 5:36 pm

What should we get for our kids this holiday? As children get older, giving them something they can experience (live through) instead of material things makes them happier, according to new research. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 5:29 pm

Researchers have discovered new clues into why some people with head and neck cancer respond to immunotherapy, while others don't. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 5:29 pm

Scientists have developed a lung-on-chip model to study how the body responds to early tuberculosis (TB) infection. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 5:29 pm

A hormone that can suppress food intake and increase the feeling of fullness in mice has shown similar results in humans and non-human primates, says a new study. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 5:29 pm

A new paper analyzes existing research to look at reasons why COVID-19 symptom severity and mortality are more frequent in men than in women and in older people. The research suggests female reproductive steroids play a protective role. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 5:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Women with asthma may suffer fewer severe symptom attacks if they are on birth control pills, a large new study suggests. The study of more than 83,000 women with asthma found that those who used birth control pills for at... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:13 pm

Using face masks to help slow the spread of COVID-19 has been widely recommended by health professionals. This has triggered studies of the materials, design, and other issues affecting the way face masks work. In a new study, investigators looked at research on face masks and their use and summarized what we know about the way they filter or block the virus. They also summarize design issues that still need to be addressed. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:13 pm

Plasma medicine is an emerging field, as plasmas show promise for use in a wide range of therapies from wound healing to cancer treatment, and plasma jets are the main plasma sources typically used in plasma-surface applications. To better understand how plasma jets modify the surfaces of biological tissue, researchers conducted computer simulations of the interaction between an atmospheric pressure plasma jet with a surface that has properties similar to blood serum. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:13 pm

Researchers are studying how the brain re-wires itself in neurological disease. The team is building treatments for today's more common global conditions like Motor Neuron Disease (MND/ALS) and Spinal Muscular Atrophy and their findings could impact rehabilitation for patients, the discovery of effective drugs and quantifying the potential efficacy of new therapies. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- History of Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccination is associated with decreased seroprevalence of anti-severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) immunoglobulin G (IgG) among health care workers... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- More than one-fifth of patients with COVID-19 presenting with neurologic findings who underwent neuroimaging had critical findings, according to a study scheduled for presentation at the annual meeting of the Radiological... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

  TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Small, powerful magnets in toys like Buckyballs building sets and jewelry kits are causing an alarming number of serious pediatric injuries in the United States, new research warns. Analyzing national data,... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Higher adherence to a Mediterranean diet (MED) is associated with a 30 percent risk reduction in type 2 diabetes in women, according to a study published online Nov. 19 in JAMA Network Open. Shafqat Ahmad, Ph.D., from... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection rates are generally low among children, with variation in testing and positivity by race/ethnicity, according to a study published online Nov. 23 in... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

Infants' brains may be shaped by levels of stress their mother experiences during pregnancy, a brain scanning study has revealed. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- At least three new COVID-19 vaccine candidates are already in the pipeline, with a roll-out expected early in the new year. But on Monday, experts attending a meeting of an advisory committee to the U.S. Centers for Disease... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- COVID-19 infection during pregnancy does not appear to be associated with adverse maternal or neonatal outcomes, according to a study published online Nov. 19 in JAMA Network Open. Emily H. Adhikari, M.D., from the... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Rates of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) have slowed in urban areas but continue to increase in rural areas, particularly among Black and Hispanic residents, according to a study presented at The Liver Meeting, the annual... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- In an official American Thoracic Society clinical practice guideline, published in the Nov. 15 issue of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, recommendations are presented for the use of home... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Outcomes for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) were worse during the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States than in a similar time period in 2019, according to a study published online Nov. 14 in JAMA... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Obese patients are more likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19 and have worse outcomes, even if they are 50 years of age or younger, according to a study published online Nov. 17 in Circulation to coincide with the... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:10 pm

Triclosan, an antimicrobial found in many soaps and other household items, worsens fatty liver disease in mice fed a high-fat diet. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:10 pm

Scientists have created a drug that can lure stem cells to damaged tissue and improve treatment efficacy -- a scientific first and major advance for the field of regenerative medicine. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 3:10 pm

Researchers find that blind soccer players rotate their heads downward when trapping an incoming pass. This work may lead to an improved understanding of the sensory changes that can manifest in visually impaired individuals. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:22 pm

Researchers have developed artificial intelligence (AI) models that help them better understand the brain computations that underlie thoughts. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:22 pm

Mothers leave their mark on their children in many ways - and researchers have discovered a protein called SMCHD1 is involved in this 'imprinting' process. SMCHD1 switches certain genes off, altering how a cell behaves. The new research has revealed that when an egg cell (or oocyte) is fertilized by a sperm, the egg cell's SMCHD1 lingers within the developing embryo, switching off at least 10 different genes and impacting the embryo's development - which could potentially have a lifelong impact on the offspring. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

A common weight loss surgery for adolescents with obesity called sleeve gastrectomy has harmful effects on bones, according to a new study. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

Anxiety is associated with an increased rate of progression from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

The brains of healthy adults recovered faster from a mild vascular challenge and performed better on complex tests if the participants consumed cocoa flavanols beforehand, researchers report. In the study, 14 of 18 participants saw these improvements after ingesting the flavanols. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

A research team has succeeded in experimentally evolving the common bacteria under pressure from a large number of individual antibiotics, and identified the mechanisms and constraints underlying evolved drug resistance. Their findings help develop drug-treatment strategies that minimize the chance that bacteria will develop resistance. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

In a noisy room with many speakers, hearing aids can suppress background noise, but they have difficulties isolating one voice - that of the person you're talking to at a party, for instance. Researchers have now addressed that issue with a technique that uses brainwaves to determine within one second whom you're listening to. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

A team has demonstrated the effectiveness of an inexpensive molecule to fight antibiotic-resistant strains of the bacteria responsible for gonorrhea and meningococcal meningitis. These two infections affect millions of people worldwide. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

Neuroscientists have found that the dynamic interplay of different brain wave frequencies, rather than dedicated circuitry, appears to govern the brain's knack for highlighting what's surprising and downplaying what's predictable. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 2:21 pm

A new study has found that one in three Singaporeans who said they were aware of deepfakes believe they have circulated deepfake content on social media which they later found out was a hoax. When compared to a similar demographic in the United States, the study found that those in the US were more aware of deepfakes. More reported sharing content that they later learnt was a deepfake in the US than in Singapore. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:18 pm

Ultimately, these pandemic times are affecting all our lives, but we cannot give up when we have so much to gain. I urge you to hold on, to hope, and make every effort to reduce your personal risk and the risk to the people and community around you for the health and well-being of all. […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Too much sitting or lying down significantly increases older women's risk of hospitalization for heart failure, even if they get recommended amounts of physical activity, a new study warns. "These findings are consistent... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Overweight women who eat a Mediterranean-like diet may reduce their odds of developing type 2 diabetes by 30%, compared with women who don't, a new study suggests. The Mediterranean diet is rich in olive oil, fruits,... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- People infected with the new coronavirus are most contagious in the first week after they develop symptoms, which shows the importance of identifying and isolating infected people early, researchers say. They reviewed 79... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the United States is likely to nearly double before President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, researchers warn. Cases could rise from 11.4 million to 20 million by the end of... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 – At least thee new COVID-19 vaccine candidates are already in the pipeline, will a roll-out expected early in the new year. But on Monday, experts attending a meeting of an advisory committee to the U.S. Centers for... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Older adults with memory problems may progress to Alzheimer's more quickly if they are also suffering from anxiety symptoms, a preliminary study suggests. It's common for people with Alzheimer's disease to have mood... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Sleeve gastrectomy, a procedure used to help obese people lose weight, may damage the bones of teen patients, a new study finds. "Childhood obesity is a major public health issue that has increased over the last 10 years,"... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

Some noteworthy news items compiled by HealthDay staff:   Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Caused Coronavirus Cases in Minnesota The Sturgis motorcycle rally held in South Dakota in August triggered a surge of coronavirus cases in Minnesota, a new... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:11 pm

TUESDAY, Nov. 24, 2020 -- Gut immune cells appear to help dampen multiple sclerosis flare-ups, researchers say. Such flare-ups -- which can cause vision loss, memory problems, pain and other symptoms -- often subside on their own after days or... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 1:04 pm

Ultimately, these pandemic times are affecting all our lives, but we cannot give up when we have so much to gain. I urge you to hold on, to hope, and make every effort to reduce your personal risk and the risk to the people and community around you for the health and well-being of all. […]

by Guest Author on 24/11/2020 at 11:00 am

The financial impact of the pandemic on hospitals has been enormous. Patients can’t pay their high medical COVID-19 bills and hospitals don’t get paid for their care and treatment they provided. In this guest post, Ethan Davidoff, founder & CEO of a company that helps providers and payers leverage medical financial aid programs so vulnerable patients […] [MORE […]

on 24/11/2020 at 7:47 am

In Alzheimer disease (AD), abnormal metabolism of amyloid-β (Aβ) and tau leads to accumulation of extracellular plaques formed by misfolded... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 7:47 am

In Alzheimer disease (AD), abnormal metabolism of amyloid-β (Aβ) and tau leads to accumulation of extracellular plaques formed by misfolded... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 7:47 am

In Alzheimer disease (AD), abnormal metabolism of amyloid-β (Aβ) and tau leads to accumulation of extracellular plaques formed by misfolded... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 7:44 am

Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is the most serious complication that lowers the quality of patients’ life by elevating the patients’... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 7:44 am

Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is the most serious complication that lowers the quality of patients’ life by elevating the patients’... […]

on 24/11/2020 at 7:42 am

A panel of 50 urinary peptides was shown to be a useful tool for the early diagnosis of liver fibrosis. […]

on 23/11/2020 at 11:12 pm

Select categories of health workers, older adults and residents of long-term care facilities should be prioritized for access to COVID-19 vaccines in the context of limited supply. This was recommended by WHO’s European Technical Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (ETAGE) at its online meeting on 11–12 November 2020. […]

on 23/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- Fresh takes on the efficacy of fish oil and vitamin D, new treatments for heart failure patients, the cardiovascular effects of COVID-19, and structural racism as a driver of health disparity were just a few of the major... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- Vegans have increased risks for total fractures and some site-specific fractures compared with meat eaters, according to a study published online Nov. 23 in BMC Medicine. Tammy Y.N. Tong, Ph.D., from the University of... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

The annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) was held virtually this year from Nov. 13 to 15 and attracted more than 8,000 participants from around the world, including ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and other eye... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 10:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- Social needs are associated with lower health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among African American cancer survivors, according to a study published online Nov. 23 in Cancer. Theresa A. Hastert, Ph.D., from the Wayne State... […]

by MalloryHackett on 23/11/2020 at 9:43 pm

The treatment will be available at no cost to patients, although healthcare facilities may charge for the administration. […]

on 23/11/2020 at 8:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- A combination of two monoclonal antibodies was granted emergency use authorization (EUA) for the treatment of mild-to-moderate COVID-19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Saturday. The combination of... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 6:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- As COVID-19 cases surge throughout the United States and the holiday season kicks off with Thanksgiving on Thursday, families are faced with a challenging choice. Do they skip family gatherings and the usual way they... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 5:11 pm

  MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- If there was an Oscar for "most unhealthy food in a leading role," many of America's most popular movies would be serious contenders. That's the conclusion of a new review of food content featured in 250... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- Due to disproportionate representation, Black and Hispanic patients bear much of the burden of mortality and morbidity related to COVID-19, according to a study published online Nov. 17 in Circulation to coincide with the... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- COVID-19 is mild is most children, a new study says, but certain children have a higher risk of severe illness. Of more than 135,000 children tested for the new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) at seven children's hospitals in the... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- On Monday, AstraZeneca announced that late-stage clinical trials of its COVID-19 vaccine showed it to be 70.4 percent effective, The New York Times reported. The trials were conducted in the United Kingdom and Brazil in... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- The use of remdesivir currently is not recommended for hospitalized COVID-19 patients because of the lack of evidence for improvement in mortality, need for mechanical ventilation, and other patient-important outcomes,... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

MONDAY, Nov. 23, 2020 -- The novel chimpanzee adenovirus-vectored vaccine, ChAdOx1 nCoV-19, is well tolerated, especially among older adults, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in The Lancet. Maheshi N. Ramasamy, D.Phil., from the... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 12:15 pm

Metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) is a shotgun sequencing approach in which all of the nucleic acid (DNA and RNA) in... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 12:15 pm

Metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) is a shotgun sequencing approach in which all of the nucleic acid (DNA and RNA) in... […]

on 23/11/2020 at 12:11 pm

Researchers have identified a stroke-related biomarker protein that correlates with the severity of brain tissue damage as well as with... […]

by MalloryHackett on 20/11/2020 at 7:26 pm

The letter warns that the new thresholds are too high and will force many clinicians to exit from APMs and revert back to fee-for-service. […]

on 20/11/2020 at 4:41 pm

On a recent country visit to Albania, Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, signed a 2-year agreement to work together on key health issues, and met decision-makers and health workers on the COVID-19 frontline. […]

on 20/11/2020 at 4:25 pm

On a recent country visit to Albania, Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, signed a 2-year agreement to work together on key health issues, and met decision-makers and health workers on the COVID-19 frontline. […]

on 20/11/2020 at 3:47 pm

From the launch of a new centre for health emergency preparedness; the establishment of a scientific advisory board to help identify policy priorities during pandemics; and the formation of a regional tripartite joint secretariat to coordinate One Health action against antimicrobial resistance (AMR); to preparing for COVID-19 vaccine deployment and availability; and restructuring WHO/Europe, progress is being made on all fronts to deliver the European Programme of Work (EPW) – “United Action for Better Health”. […]

on 20/11/2020 at 3:47 pm

From the launch of a new centre for health emergency preparedness; the establishment of a scientific advisory board to help identify policy priorities during pandemics; and the formation of a regional tripartite joint secretariat to coordinate One Health action against antimicrobial resistance (AMR); to preparing for COVID-19 vaccine deployment and availability; and restructuring WHO/Europe, progress is being made on all fronts to deliver the European Programme of Work (EPW) – “United Action for Better Health”. […]

by MalloryHackett on 19/11/2020 at 9:12 pm

This partnership plans to develop scalable programs for addressing the social determinants of health throughout the state. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 19/11/2020 at 3:03 pm

‘A Healthier Wales: Our Workforce Strategy for Health and Social Care’ has been jointly launched by Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) and Social Care Wales (SCW). HEIW and SCW... Read More The post A Healthier Wales: Our Workforce Strategy for Health and Social Care appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 19/11/2020 at 12:19 pm

Ultimately, these pandemic times are affecting all of our lives, but we cannot give up when we have so much to gain. I urge you to hold on to hope and make every effort to reduce your personal risk and the risk to the people and community around you for the health and well-being of all. […]

on 19/11/2020 at 12:17 pm

Ultimately, these pandemic times are affecting all of our lives, but we cannot give up when we have so much to gain. I urge you to hold on to hope and make every effort to reduce your personal risk and the risk to the people and community around you for the health and well-being of all. […]

on 19/11/2020 at 10:54 am

Audience: Consumer, Patient, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 19, 2020 -- Fresenius Kabi USA is voluntarily recalling a single lot of Dexmedetomidine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 200 mcg/50 mL (4 mcg /mL), 50 mL fill in a 50 mL vial.... […]

on 19/11/2020 at 7:30 am

Several uncertainties still relate to the involvement of other organs in COVID-19. Besides indirect multi-organ injury, a few reports have... […]

on 19/11/2020 at 7:30 am

Several uncertainties still relate to the involvement of other organs in COVID-19. Besides indirect multi-organ injury, a few reports have... […]

on 19/11/2020 at 7:29 am

Several uncertainties still relate to the involvement of other organs in COVID-19. Besides indirect multi-organ injury, a few reports have... […]

on 19/11/2020 at 7:27 am

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is characterized by unremitting joint inflammation that results in bone and cartilage destruction and a decreased quality... […]

on 19/11/2020 at 7:27 am

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is characterized by unremitting joint inflammation that results in bone and cartilage destruction and a decreased quality... […]

on 19/11/2020 at 7:03 am

Nova Biomedical (Waltham, MA, USA) has launched Nova Primary, a rapid, accurate, easy to use, blood glucose laboratory analyzer that... […]

by MalloryHackett on 18/11/2020 at 9:15 pm

Two vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna have released efficacy data showing that each candidate is more than 90% effective. […]

by MalloryHackett on 18/11/2020 at 2:11 pm

Many fear that a lack of cooperation between the two administrations could slow the rollout of vaccines and ultimately lead to more deaths. […]

on 18/11/2020 at 1:57 pm

A new factsheet, “Alcohol consumption and sustainable development”, prepared by the WHO Regional Office for Europe, draws attention to the barriers alcohol consumption presents across the Region to achieving 13 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). […]

on 18/11/2020 at 8:48 am

The WHO Small Countries Initiative has released 2 sets of micro case studies, illustrating the experiences of 11 small countries and 1 region in strengthening their health workforces in the areas of postgraduate training and monitoring and managing health workforce mobility. […]

on 18/11/2020 at 8:00 am

According to research conducted by WHO/Europe and reports from the field, the European Region now risks accelerated spread of antimicrobial resistance. The long-term problem of antibiotics being used inappropriately by individuals and in health care settings is worsening as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, set to take place on 18–24 November, is an opportunity to focus attention on the evolving situation. […]

on 18/11/2020 at 6:54 am

The choice between chemotherapy and endocrine therapy as first-line treatment for hormone receptor–positive, ERBB2 (also known as HER2)-negative metastatic breast... […]

on 18/11/2020 at 6:51 am

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a type of kidney disease in which there is gradual loss of kidney function over... […]

on 18/11/2020 at 6:50 am

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a type of kidney disease in which there is gradual loss of kidney function over... […]

on 18/11/2020 at 6:50 am

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a type of kidney disease in which there is gradual loss of kidney function over... […]

by MalloryHackett on 17/11/2020 at 9:11 pm

Contactless payment is now being used by nearly 80% of consumers worldwide for health and safety reasons. […]

by Guest Author on 17/11/2020 at 11:00 am

Among the many new vulnerabilities exposed by the global pandemic, none is more troublesome to healthcare IT than cybersecurity. Today, everything from insurance and personal information to intellectual property rights are at risk of criminal intrusion. And the threats are only increasing with the Department of Health and Human Services reporting 132 breaches between February […] [MORE […]

on 17/11/2020 at 7:31 am

Over one third of Ukrainians were tobacco smokers in 2019, according to the results of the first nationwide, large-scale STEPwise approach to surveillance (STEPS) survey on the main risk factors for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in Ukraine. The data also demonstrate a large gender gap: 50.3% of men smoked compared to 16.7% of women. […]

on 17/11/2020 at 4:59 am

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is organized as a hierarchy sustained by a minor population of leukemia stem cells (LSCs) with... […]

on 17/11/2020 at 4:56 am

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is organized as a hierarchy sustained by a minor population of leukemia stem cells (LSCs) with... […]

by MalloryHackett on 16/11/2020 at 8:41 pm

A positive side for Providence is its expanded virtual care offerings, which are expected to reach 1.4 million video visits by the end of the year. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 16/11/2020 at 4:35 pm

The Department of Health and Social Care has issued guidance for people who provide close contact services where required for medical reasons or prescribed by a qualified practitioner.  Where applicable,... Read More The post DHSC guidance on safer working in Close Contact Services appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 16/11/2020 at 2:00 pm

The new WHO/Europe factsheet, “Alcohol and cancer in the WHO European Region: an appeal for better prevention”, emphasizes causal links between alcohol use and a range of cancers, including some of the most common types, such as female breast cancer and colorectal cancer. It also makes clear that alcohol-attributable cancers and deaths can be reduced through implementation of cost-effective policies, such as increasing taxes on alcoholic beverages and restricting marketing and availability of alcohol. […]

by MalloryHackett on 13/11/2020 at 9:13 pm

Early on in the pandemic, New York City was an epicenter for COVID-19 and had roughly 5% of the world's confirmed cases. […]

on 13/11/2020 at 9:05 pm

WHO/Europe began testing its COVID-19 messages in Ukraine with the aim of reinvigorating public support for protective behaviours. The team tailored their messages to meet the needs of particular groups, and tested revised COVID-19 messages and visuals in individual focus groups. […]

on 13/11/2020 at 2:17 pm

At the resumed Seventy-third World Health Assembly, 2 individuals and 1 organization from the WHO European Region were awarded prestigious global public health prizes for their significant contribution to population health. […]

on 13/11/2020 at 9:15 am

WHO/Europe is helping countries to prevent vision loss and impairment in people with diabetes. World Diabetes Day, observed on 14 November 2020, marks a week of focus in the WHO European Region on preventing blindness and vision impairment among people with diabetes. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 12/11/2020 at 4:11 pm

Join the Office of the Chief Scientific Officer on the upcoming webinar for all healthcare science staff on Friday 11th December 2020 from 16:00 – 17:00. This month’s webinar will... Read More The post Webinar | Office of the Chief Scientific Officer: End of Year Review 2020 appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 12/11/2020 at 10:12 am

Severe adult-onset autoinflammatory disorders often manifest with overlapping clinical features. Affected individuals may develop episodes of high, spiking fevers, a... […]

on 12/11/2020 at 10:06 am

Dengue is a mosquito-borne infection caused by four distinct viruses (DENV 1-4) which belong to the flavivirus genus and may... […]

on 12/11/2020 at 9:44 am

A new monotest using chemiluminescence, meets the need for the immediate testing of individual samples for patients at risk of... […]

on 12/11/2020 at 9:12 am

As Tripartite partners, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia, the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) Sub-Regional Representation for Central Asia, and WHO/Europe are united in support of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) 2020. […]

on 11/11/2020 at 9:27 am

Since the onset of COVID-19, Romania and the Republic of Moldova have been working together to find ways to protect the health of their citizens. […]

on 11/11/2020 at 6:11 am

Streck (La Vista, NE, USA) has launched the Zulu RT, a rapid, modular qPCR instrument capable of performing four independent... […]

on 10/11/2020 at 3:40 pm

WHO/Europe has just launched its Public Health and Social Measures (PHSM) Severity Index to provide standardized data on the ways in which countries in the WHO European Region have sought to slow or stop community spread of COVID-19. This latest tool systematically captures and analyses individual governmental PHSM responses to COVID-19 in the 53 countries of the Region. […]

on 10/11/2020 at 8:39 am

Fibrinogen is a protein found in blood that is needed for clotting. When a patient experiences traumatic injury, such as... […]

on 10/11/2020 at 8:38 am

Fibrinogen is a protein found in blood that is needed for clotting. When a patient experiences traumatic injury, such as... […]

by Guest Author on 10/11/2020 at 5:00 am

As healthcare leaders and frontline responders continue to address the COVID-19 pandemic, they’re facing new challenges to keep patients safe. And with people constantly seeking testing and treatment for the virus, in addition to their current care plans, the system is placing a heavier than normal strain on its resources. It’s estimated COVID-19 cost hospitals […] [MORE […]

by AHCS Administrator on 09/11/2020 at 5:37 pm

Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC) has now sent us the info below in relation to the new Covid-19 guidance and Accredited Registers: Personal care services provided for medical... Read More The post Covid-19 guidance and Accredited Registers appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 09/11/2020 at 11:29 am

Audience: Consumer, Patient, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 09, 2020 -- Lohxa, LLC is voluntarily recalling Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12% Alcohol free (NDC:70166-027-15) products bearing an expiration date from 01/31/21... […]

on 07/11/2020 at 12:04 pm

On 5 November 2020, health authorities in Denmark reported 12 human cases of COVID-19 caused by a specific mink-associated variant strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. All 12 cases live in North Jutland and became unwell in September. Eight had a link to the mink farming industry and four cases were from the local community. Since June 2020, 214 human cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Denmark with SARS-CoV-2 variants associated with farmed minks, including 12 cases with a unique variant. This particular variant strain displays a combination of mutations not previously documented. Laboratory tests conducted in Denmark indicate that this strain may have reduced response to neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2. These findings are preliminary and further studies and international collaboration are ongoing to confirm them. […]

on 06/11/2020 at 10:38 am

New WHO analysis finds that out-of-pocket payments for health are a major source of financial hardship for people in Albania. Around 8% of households are pushed into poverty or further impoverished after paying out of pocket and 12% experience catastrophic health spending. The financial hardship caused by out-of-pocket payments is heavily concentrated among poorer parts of the population and is increasingly driven by household spending on outpatient medicines. […]

on 06/11/2020 at 8:57 am

“Most of my missions stand out in some way or another due to the nature of helicopter operations. They often entail emergencies either on a mountain or in inaccessible terrain, or otherwise involve serious patterned injuries or time-critical medical conditions,” explains Jacqueline Zbären, a helicopter paramedic nurse working in the Bernese Highlands in Switzerland. […]

on 06/11/2020 at 5:37 am

Enzo Biochem (New York, NY, USA) has launched a small portable microplate reader for use with the company’s immunoassays and,... […]

on 05/11/2020 at 3:45 pm

WHO/Europe and the Government of Ukraine, represented by the Ministry of Health, have signed a Biennial Collaborative Agreement (BCA) for 2020–2021. Signed by Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, and Maxym Stepanov, Minister of Health of Ukraine during a virtual ceremony, the agreement strengthens cooperation to improve the health of the Ukrainian population, and accelerate progress towards universal health coverage and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. […]

on 05/11/2020 at 3:39 pm

WHO/Europe and the Government of Ukraine, represented by the Ministry of Health, have signed a Biennial Collaborative Agreement (BCA) for 2020–2021. Signed by Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, and Maxym Stepanov, Minister of Health of Ukraine during a virtual ceremony, the agreement strengthens cooperation to improve the health of the Ukrainian population, and accelerate progress towards universal health coverage and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. […]

on 05/11/2020 at 12:44 pm

On a recent country visit to Turkey at the invitation of Minister of Health Dr Fahrettin Koca, WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge delivered a keynote address at the Health Scientific Board of the Turkic Council and spoke with Mr Baghdad Amreyev, Secretary General of the Turkic Council. […]

on 05/11/2020 at 12:39 pm

On a recent country visit to Turkey at the invitation of Minister of Health Dr Fahrettin Koca, WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge delivered a keynote address at the Health Scientific Board of the Turkic Council and spoke with Mr Baghdad Amreyev, Secretary General of the Turkic Council. […]

on 05/11/2020 at 7:28 am

WHO/Europe and the Welsh Government have agreed to work more closely together to promote health equity and rights and to ensure prosperity for all. Discussions with Public Health Wales and National Health Service (NHS) Wales, held at a virtual meeting on 4 November 2020, focused on the next steps in implementing the new agreement, and how to identify and overcome the common challenges faced by society both before and as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

on 05/11/2020 at 7:27 am

WHO/Europe and the Welsh Government have agreed to work more closely together to promote health equity and rights and to ensure prosperity for all. Discussions with Public Health Wales and National Health Service (NHS) Wales, held at a virtual meeting on 4 November 2020, focused on the next steps in implementing the new agreement, and how to identify and overcome the common challenges faced by society both before and as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

on 05/11/2020 at 7:17 am

Blood transfusions in the neonatal patient population are common, but there are no established guidelines regarding transfusion thresholds. Little is... […]

on 05/11/2020 at 7:15 am

Colorectal cancer (CRC), also known as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or rectal cancer, is the development of cancer from the... […]

on 04/11/2020 at 3:27 pm

Turkey provides universal access to health services to all refugees and migrants, including irregular migrants. Hosted in dedicated centres for short periods of time before repatriating to their respective countries, irregular migrants are in need of equipment to protect themselves against COVID-19. […]

on 03/11/2020 at 10:07 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 03, 2020 -- Nostrum Laboratories, Inc. is notifying its distributors by letter and is arranging for return of all recalled products. Pharmacies that have Metformin HCl Extended Release... […]

on 03/11/2020 at 9:30 am

As countries across the WHO European Region face a steep surge in COVID-19 transmission, the latest issue of Eurohealth, released today, considers whether there is still an opportunity to use the crisis to tackle underlying problems besetting our health systems. […]

on 03/11/2020 at 9:30 am

As countries across the WHO European Region face a steep surge in COVID-19 transmission, the latest issue of Eurohealth, released today, considers whether there is still an opportunity to use the crisis to tackle underlying problems besetting our health systems. […]

on 03/11/2020 at 6:59 am

A novel modification made to the classic ELISA method for detecting the Alzheimer's disease biomarker amyloid beta 1-40 increased the... […]

on 02/11/2020 at 9:21 pm

Following the results of a secret ballot postal voting process, earlier this week the Deputy Executive President of the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe, Dr Iva Pejnović Franelić, announced that Belarus, Denmark, France and Slovenia would put forward their candidatures for the WHO Executive Board at the Seventy-fourth World Health Assembly (WHA) in May 2021. […]

on 02/11/2020 at 9:51 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy November 02, 2020 -- Kansas City, Missouri, Nostrum Laboratories, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 2 (two) lots of Metformin HCl Extended Release Tablets, USP 750 mg to the consumer level. The Metformin... […]

by AHCS Administrator on 29/10/2020 at 3:48 pm

The ICA Mentorship Scheme provides doctoral and post-doctoral ICA awardees with the opportunity for one-to-one clinical academic career mentorship. The ICA Mentorship Scheme has a faculty of experienced mentors who... Read More The post HEE/NIHR ICA Mentorship Scheme – Mentors Wanted! appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 29/10/2020 at 3:06 pm

The Professional Standards Authority (PSA), which oversees the statutory regulators and organisations with non-statutory Accredited Registers, has issued guidance on virtual hearings during the Covid-19 pandemic, whether for Fitness to... Read More The post Statement on Fitness to Practise hearings during the Covid-19 pandemic appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

on 29/10/2020 at 5:05 am

Detection of microbial nucleic acids in body fluids has become the preferred method for rapid diagnosis of many infectious diseases.... […]

on 28/10/2020 at 10:46 am

Audience: Consumer, Patient, Health Professional, Pharmacy Sunstar Americas, Inc. (SAI) is voluntarily recalling Paroex® Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12% products bearing an expiration date from 6/30/22 – 9/30/22 (see specific... […]

on 28/10/2020 at 6:56 am

A partnership between Randox Laboratories (Crumlin, UK) and Bosch Healthcare (Waiblingen, Germany) aims to alter the testing landscape in both... […]

by Guest Author on 27/10/2020 at 11:00 am

Data breaches are – to put it mildly – bad for business. And it’s no wonder that companies around the world from enterprises to start-ups have increased their investments in cybersecurity over the past decade. That’s because it’s much less expensive to prevent cyberattacks than it is to repair the damages after they occur. From […] [MORE […]

by AHCS Administrator on 26/10/2020 at 4:51 pm

In support of Engineering Day we are delighted to share this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcihsFHC3rc&feature=youtu.be, featuring interviews by Vivienne Parry with the Academy’s Leadership Ambassador Ruth Thomsen, Healthcare Science Lead for NHS... Read More The post Global Engineering Day appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 26/10/2020 at 4:47 pm

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is currently looking for a new Chair and five new members to join the Commission on Human Medicines (CHM) in the... Read More The post The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is currently looking for a new Chair and five new members to join the Commission on Human Medicines appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by AHCS Administrator on 26/10/2020 at 4:44 pm

Thank you to Laura Johnstone, Senior Medical Photographer and Lisa Miller, Medical Photographer at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow for providing us with an insight as to the work of... Read More The post ‘Caught in the act of care’ by two AHCS registered Medical Photographers appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science. […]

by Guest Author on 20/10/2020 at 11:00 am

As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, every industry is working to pivot and adapt. In many respects, an effective vaccine will mean a return to business as usual. In health care and life sciences, it will not, nor should it.  Among the wake-up calls this coronavirus has sounded is the need to transform the way we […] [MORE […]

on 15/10/2020 at 12:39 pm

Audience: Consumer, Patient, Health Professional, Pharmacy ISSUE: FDA is warning that use of NSAIDs around 20 weeks or later in pregnancy may cause rare but serious kidney problems in an unborn baby. This can lead to low levels of amniotic fluid... […]

by Guest Author on 13/10/2020 at 11:00 am

Proper hand hygiene has never been discussed more than it is today. Hospitals are working harder than ever to keep patients safe, even while their providers jeopardize their own health. One might expect that raised awareness due to the pandemic would lead to improvements in hand hygiene, but a recent study reveals without intervention, hand […] [MORE […]

by Guest Author on 06/10/2020 at 11:00 am

Looking back to early January, there was no understanding of the storm about to hit the U.S. healthcare system, nor its devastating impacts. It would test hospitals, emergency clinics, frontline workers and the American public like never before – especially in terms of clinical and economic supply and demand.  When a storm hits, most people […] [MORE […]

on 05/10/2020 at 9:32 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy October 05, 2020 -- Marksans Pharma Limited, India is voluntarily expanding its earlier initiated recall on June 05, 2020 to include an additional 76 unexpired lots of Metformin Hydrochloride... […]

by Guest Author on 29/09/2020 at 11:00 am

Even prior to COVID-19, patients, and the providers who cared for them, exhibited signs of trauma. In fact, according to consulting firm Prophet, 81% of patients indicated they were dissatisfied with their healthcare experiences. At the same time, more than half of the country’s physicians and nurses showed significant burnout symptoms, emphasizing how patients and […] [MORE […]

on 24/09/2020 at 9:16 am

Audience: Consumer, Patient, Health Professional, Pharmacy ISSUE: FDA is warning that taking higher than recommended doses of the common over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medicine Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can lead to serious heart problems, seizures,... […]

on 23/09/2020 at 9:03 am

Audience: Patient, Health Professional, Pharmacy ISSUE: The FDA is requiring the Boxed Warning, FDA’s most prominent warning, be updated by adding other information to the prescribing information for all benzodiazepine medicines. This... […]

on 23/09/2020 at 8:46 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy September 23, 2020 -- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. (Sun Pharma), a wholly owned subsidiary of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Riomet ER™ (metformin... […]

by Guest Author on 22/09/2020 at 11:00 am

Healthcare professionals have always relied on information to help them make the best decisions and recommendations for their patients. As the data revolution accelerates, practitioners need as much informed data as possible to continue improving patient care. The frontline medical devices they use each day generate tons of data, but that’s only useful when that […] [MORE […]

on 21/09/2020 at 9:59 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy September 21, 2020 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting health care professionals and patients of a voluntary recall of all unexpired albuterol sulfate inhalation aerosol manufactured... […]

on 17/09/2020 at 9:25 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy September 17, 2020 -- Acella Pharmaceuticals, LLC is voluntarily recalling one lot of 15-mg and one lot of 120-mg NP Thyroid®, Thyroid Tablets, USP [levothyroxine (T4) and liothyronine (T3)] to... […]

by Guest Author on 15/09/2020 at 1:06 pm

From the essential health workers tasked with treating patients while adhering to intense health and safety guidelines, to the back-office employees that must keep the system running remotely, the entire healthcare industry has reinvented itself in just a few short months.  This reinvention challenged every aspect of the health industry’s infrastructure, costing millions and placing […] [MORE […]

on 08/09/2020 at 10:14 am

Audience: Health Professional, Pharmacy September 8, 2020 -- FDA is alerting health care professionals, oncology clinical investigators, and patients that a clinical trial studying the use of atezolizumab (Tecentriq) and paclitaxel in patients with... […]

on 03/09/2020 at 11:36 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional List of Recalled Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Products (FDA) FDA advises consumers not to use hand sanitizers on this list. September 3, 2020 -- CorgioMed, LLC is voluntarily recalling all lots of... […]

on 03/09/2020 at 10:42 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy September 3, 2020 -- RLC Labs, Inc. is voluntarily recalling a total of 483 lots of Nature-Throid® and WP Thyroid® in all strengths, all counts of product within current expiry to the... […]

on 01/09/2020 at 11:01 am

Audience: Consumers September 1, 2020 -- The Protein Shoppe, LLC is voluntarily recalling all lots of “Red-E” (Male Enhancement tablet) to the consumer level. This recall has been initiated after an FDA laboratory analysis found the... […]

on 27/08/2020 at 9:22 am

Audience: Consumers Silver Spring, MD -- August 27, 2020 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about alcohol-based hand sanitizers that are being packaged in containers that may appear as food or drinks and may put... […]

on 20/08/2020 at 4:59 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy August 20, 2020 -- Bayshore Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Short Hills, NJ is voluntarily recalling one (1) lot of Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP, 500 mg, 1000 count bottles and one (1)... […]

on 19/08/2020 at 4:48 am

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on 18/08/2020 at 10:20 am

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy August 18, 2020 -- Windsor, CT, SCA Pharmaceuticals (SCA) is voluntarily recalling 10 lots of Heparin Sodium to the hospital/user level. The compounded Heparin Sodium bag contains the undeclared... […]

on 17/08/2020 at 5:57 am

By detecting the mutated gene responsible for resistance to the drug ciprofloxacin, it is possible to identify gonorrhea patients who... […]

on 14/08/2020 at 2:55 am

Globally, preterm birth is the leading cause of death in children under 5 years with 15 million babies being born... […]

on 14/08/2020 at 2:40 am

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on 12/08/2020 at 5:18 pm

Audience: Consumer, Health Professional List of Recalled Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Products (FDA) FDA advises consumers not to use hand sanitizers on this list. Update: August 12, 2020 -- FDA is warning consumers and health care... […]

on 11/08/2020 at 3:57 pm

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

on 14/02/2020 at 8:27 pm

Keeping score and tracking improvement will assist in guiding positive changes for your operating rooms. […]

on 14/02/2020 at 2:19 pm

Data liquidity present new risks to data privacy and security, and that is at the heart of the debate on this hot button topic. […]

on 14/02/2020 at 2:35 am

As Health Data Management wraps up 27 years of reporting on the healthcare information technology industry today, it gives me a chance to pause and reflect, and to look hopefully toward the future for the industry. […]

on 14/02/2020 at 2:26 am

The increasing use of apps provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs is meant to improve access to patient health and benefits information in convenient digital platforms. However, members of Congress are worried that this electronic data is vulnerable. […]

on 14/02/2020 at 12:44 am

How big is the coronavirus outbreak? A lot bigger than we were initially told, it turns out. […]

on 13/02/2020 at 7:40 pm

The chair of the House subcommittee charged with legislative oversight of the VA’s Cerner electronic health record implementation is concerned about the agency’s decision to delay the EHR’s initial go-live. […]

on 13/02/2020 at 7:36 pm

As part of the global effort to manage and contain the coronavirus response, two global health standards organizations have introduced new content. […]

on 13/02/2020 at 1:48 pm

Similar to how an individual would not go to the dentist until after teeth have started falling out, an organization should not wait until a breach to get serious about cybersecurity. […]

on 13/02/2020 at 3:01 am

Value-based care platform provider Apervita says it is the first company to be certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for electronic clinical quality measures using a clinical quality language-based engine. […]

on 13/02/2020 at 2:57 am

The Federal Communications Commission will soon move to issue a final order for its new $100 million Connected Care Pilot Program, which is intended to boost the use of telehealth for underserved patient populations. […]