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Patients could face hundreds of dollars in costs for follow-up tests after free cancer screening

Eleven years ago this month, the scans and exams that hold the most power to spot the early signs of cancer became available for free to many American adults.

3 Oct 2021

Researchers receive $3.5 million to gain insight into brain and cranium development in children

With prevalence of developmental disorders on the rise, the need to understand brain development has never been more critical.

1 Oct 2021

Similar viral load in vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant

Researchers evaluated Ct-values among distinct groups, namely, a) completely vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals and b) asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals at the time of testing.

1 Oct 2021

Moderna vaccine reduced viral load and protected against SARS-CoV-2 variants in new phase 3 trial

Coronavirus research has shown that higher viral loads are associated with severe COVID-19 infection. But new results from the phase III Coronavirus Efficacy (COVE) clinical trial find the Moderna vaccine reduces severe acute respiratory coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) viral load and viral shedding.

30 Sep 2021

40 new one-stop-shops for checks, scans and tests set to open across England

Millions of patients will benefit from earlier diagnostic tests closer to home thanks to 40 new Community Diagnostic Centres set to open across England in a range of settings from local shopping centers to football stadiums.

30 Sep 2021

Effect of biologic therapy on COVID-19 in children suffering from rheumatic diseases

A new study aimed to determine the course of SARS-CoV-2 infection in children suffering from rheumatic disease and were receiving bDMARD treatment.

29 Sep 2021

Clinical dilemmas in breast cancer patients solved by newly approved PET imaging agent

A non-invasive, patient-friendly imaging technique can help physicians make treatment decisions for breast cancer patients when diagnostic dilemmas arise.

29 Sep 2021

People with asymmetric brain arteries have a higher risk of developing aneurysms

It's called a silent killer. Warnings are rare, but of the million people who suffer a ruptured brain aneurysm each year, almost half will die and only a third will recover without disabilities.

29 Sep 2021

Study shows Delta variant is main variant causing vaccine breakthrough COVID-19 infections, irrespective of manufacturer

In a recent study, researchers from Texas assessed the incidence of new SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern in the communities in Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW).

28 Sep 2021

Air pollution linked to almost 6 million premature births worldwide

Air pollution likely contributed to almost 6 million premature births and almost 3 million underweight babies in 2019, according to a UC San Francisco and University of Washington global burden of disease study and meta-analysis that quantifies the effects of indoor and outdoor pollution around the world.

28 Sep 2021

The effectiveness of mRNA BNT162b2 vaccine in reducing severe COVID-19: Evidence from Germany

A new study discusses the epidemiology of the outbreak in German nursing homes and the preventive measures undertaken.

28 Sep 2021

Depression in early adulthood may lead to cognitive decline in old age

While research has shown that poor cardiovascular health can damage blood flow to the brain increasing the risk for dementia, a new study led by UC San Francisco indicates that poor mental health may also take its toll on cognition.

28 Sep 2021

An in-depth assessment into origin and spread of SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant in Brazil

Brazilian researchers characterize the dissemination of the Delta VOC in Brazil and assess its emergence within the global Delta phylogeny.

27 Sep 2021

Review of COVID-19 clinical and viral characteristics, pathogenesis, and genetics

A new review article investigates the clinical and viral characteristics, pathogenesis, as well as human genetic basis associated with COVID-19.

27 Sep 2021

Veterans who experienced sexual trauma are at higher risk for high blood pressure

Veterans who experienced sexual harassment and assault during military service, known as military sexual trauma, are at higher risk for high blood pressure, according to preliminary research presented today at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2021.

27 Sep 2021

Abnormal blood pressure patterns may increase risks of complications and death in adults with diabetes

Adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes whose blood pressure increased at night had more than double the risk of dying compared to those whose blood pressure "dipped" during sleep, according to a 21-year study presented today at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2021.

27 Sep 2021

Characterization of SARS-CoV-2 infections diagnosed after mRNA BNT162b2 vaccination

A team from the National Institute for Infectious Diseases “L. Spallanzani” (INMI) has recently reported their study on 94 severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections (47.9% symptomatic, 52.1% asymptomatic) that occurred after the first or second vaccine dose against SARS-CoV-2 in the Lazio region (Central Italy).

27 Sep 2021

DASH plan reduces blood pressure in people with treatment-resistant hypertension

People with treatment-resistant hypertension successfully reduced their blood pressure by adopting the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan, losing weight, and improving their aerobic fitness by participating in a structured diet and exercise program at a certified cardiac rehabilitation facility, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association's flagship journal Circulation.

27 Sep 2021

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 breakthrough infections 18-fold lower than rate of infections among unvaccinated

In a recent study, researchers conducted a pilot study to assess the prevalence and features of VBTs through the use of sequencing and case data.

26 Sep 2021

Small CT brain scanner fitted in ambulances or emergency aircraft could save lives of stroke patients

Adelaide company Micro-X has started developing a small CT brain scanner that can be fitted in ambulances and emergency aircraft. If successful, the device will allow paramedics and retrieval teams to diagnose and then start treating stroke patients in the golden hour – the first hour after a stroke.

24 Sep 2021

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Patients could face hundreds of dollars in costs for follow-up tests after free cancer screening

Researchers receive $3.5 million to gain insight into brain and cranium development in children

Similar viral load in vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant

Moderna vaccine reduced viral load and protected against SARS-CoV-2 variants in new phase 3 trial

40 new one-stop-shops for checks, scans and tests set to open across England

Effect of biologic therapy on COVID-19 in children suffering from rheumatic diseases

Clinical dilemmas in breast cancer patients solved by newly approved PET imaging agent

People with asymmetric brain arteries have a higher risk of developing aneurysms

Study shows Delta variant is main variant causing vaccine breakthrough COVID-19 infections, irrespective of manufacturer

Air pollution linked to almost 6 million premature births worldwide

The effectiveness of mRNA BNT162b2 vaccine in reducing severe COVID-19: Evidence from Germany

Depression in early adulthood may lead to cognitive decline in old age

An in-depth assessment into origin and spread of SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant in Brazil

Review of COVID-19 clinical and viral characteristics, pathogenesis, and genetics

Veterans who experienced sexual trauma are at higher risk for high blood pressure

Abnormal blood pressure patterns may increase risks of complications and death in adults with diabetes

Characterization of SARS-CoV-2 infections diagnosed after mRNA BNT162b2 vaccination

DASH plan reduces blood pressure in people with treatment-resistant hypertension

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 breakthrough infections 18-fold lower than rate of infections among unvaccinated

Small CT brain scanner fitted in ambulances or emergency aircraft could save lives of stroke patients

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