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Long-term use of paracetamol during pregnancy increases risk of adverse effects on child development

Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is the most commonly used medicine in pregnancy, yet there are very few studies that have investigated the possible long-term consequences for the child.

30 Oct 2013

New study reveals striking data about misuse of painkillers and sedatives by teens, young adults

With prescription drug abuse at epidemic levels nationwide, and overdoses killing more people than auto accidents in many states, a new University of Michigan study provides striking new data about the misuse of potent prescription painkillers and sedatives by teens and young adults.

30 Oct 2013

Study investigates link between sedentary behavior and recurrence of colorectal adenomas

Men who spend the most time engaged in sedentary behaviors are at greatest risk for recurrence of colorectal adenomas, benign tumors that are known precursors of colorectal cancers, according to results presented here at the 12th Annual AACR International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research, held Oct. 27-30.

29 Oct 2013

Study investigates effect of paracetamol during pregnancy on child development

Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is the most commonly used medicine in pregnancy, yet there are very few studies that have investigated the possible long-term consequences for the child. A new study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health suggests that long-term use of paracetamol during pregnancy may increase the risk of adverse effects on child development.

29 Oct 2013

Study find that people search about quitting smoking more often on Mondays

Forget New Year's; a study published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association, Internal Medicine found that Mondays are when smokers are most likely to think about quitting.

29 Oct 2013

Loyola researchers publish first ever study of moral distress experienced by nurses in burn ICU

Loyola University Medical Center researchers have published the first ever study of emotional and psychological anguish, known as "moral distress," experienced by nurses in an intensive care unit for burn patients.

29 Oct 2013

Viewpoints: Sen. Sanders says don't cut entitlements before making corporations pay taxes; Rep. Smith argues that if entitlements are tamed, other priorities will suffer

Instead of talking about cuts in Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid, we must end the absurdity of corporations not paying a nickel in federal income taxes. A 2008 report from the Government Accountability Office found that was the case with 1 in 4 large U.S. corporations. At a time when multinational corporations and the wealthy are avoiding an estimated $100 billion a year in taxes by stashing money in tax havens like the Cayman Islands, we need to make them pay taxes just as middle-class Americans do (Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., 10/28).

29 Oct 2013

Study finds high rate of lower back injuries in athletes under age 18

Lower back injuries are the third most common injuries suffered in athletes under age 18, according to a study presented by Loyola University Medical Center sports medicine physician Neeru Jayanthi, MD.

29 Oct 2013

Research needed to better understand causes of gun violence from medical perspective

Gun violence is a significant public health problem, according to members of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and research should be conducted to better understand its sources and causes from a medical perspective so that it can be properly addressed.

29 Oct 2013

Nurturing home life may offset negative changes in brain anatomy among poor children

Growing up in poverty can have long-lasting, negative consequences for a child. But for poor children raised by parents who lack nurturing skills, the effects may be particularly worrisome, according to a new study at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

29 Oct 2013

High levels of omega-3 fatty acid consumption may lead to unintended health consequences

A new review suggests that omega-3 fatty acids taken in excess could have unintended health consequences in certain situations, and that dietary standards based on the best available evidence need to be established.

29 Oct 2013

Poverty in early childhood linked with higher risk of poor cognitive outcomes

Poverty in early childhood appears to be associated with smaller brain volumes measured through imaging at school age and early adolescence, according to a study published by JAMA Pediatrics, a JAMA Network publication.

29 Oct 2013

African-American women less likely to benefit from HPV vaccines to prevent cervical cancer

Two subtypes of human papillomavirus prevented by vaccines are half as likely to be found in African-American women as in white women with precancerous cervical lesions, according to researchers at Duke Medicine.

29 Oct 2013

Cognitive reappraisal may have negative effects on psychological health

Being able to regulate your emotions is important for well-being, but new research suggests that a common emotion regulation strategy called "cognitive reappraisal" may actually be harmful when it comes to stressors that are under our control. The study is published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science.

29 Oct 2013

Clemson, Dartmouth researchers launch Amulet project to develop mHealth technology

With a $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation's Computer Systems Research program, researchers from Clemson University and Dartmouth College launched the Amulet project to develop computational jewelry to support mobile-health applications.

29 Oct 2013

Study identifies link between autism spectrum disorder risk and prenatal weight gain

New research from the University of Utah shows the answer to that question may be yes in some situations. Researchers have uncovered an association between autism spectrum disorders and a small increase in the amount of weight a mother gains during pregnancy. The results of the new study, "Maternal Prenatal Weight Gain and Autism Spectrum Disorders," are published in November edition of the journal Pediatrics.

28 Oct 2013

Study shows low uptake of HPV vaccination among patients with autoimmune diseases

The number of children and young adults with autoimmune diseases receiving the HPV vaccination is profoundly low despite studies showing the vaccine to be safe and effective, according to research presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting in San Diego. Given the increased incidence of HPV in people with autoimmune diseases, this research suggests that increased public health efforts are needed.

28 Oct 2013

Stroke prevention study: Medication plus lifestyle changes safe, effective than surgical interventions

The final results of a stroke prevention study in patients with narrowed brain arteries confirm earlier findings: Medication plus lifestyle changes are safer and more effective at preventing stroke than a surgical technique called stenting.

28 Oct 2013

Healthy weight: The key to a healthy heart

A healthy weight is the key to a healthy heart, and yet an estimated 1 out of 3 children is either overweight or obese in the U.S. During a special symposium Oct. 27 at the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, pediatricians discussed obesity and cardiovascular risk factors, public health policy, and how physicians can partner with families to improve children's weight.

28 Oct 2013

UL research aims to improve diagnosis and management of delirium among palliative care patients

University of Limerick researchers have been awarded €175,000 to undertake research which aims to improve diagnosis and management of delirium, dementia and depression among palliative care patients.

28 Oct 2013

Public Health News and Research

Long-term use of paracetamol during pregnancy increases risk of adverse effects on child development

New study reveals striking data about misuse of painkillers and sedatives by teens, young adults

Study investigates link between sedentary behavior and recurrence of colorectal adenomas

Study investigates effect of paracetamol during pregnancy on child development

Study find that people search about quitting smoking more often on Mondays

Loyola researchers publish first ever study of moral distress experienced by nurses in burn ICU

Viewpoints: Sen. Sanders says don't cut entitlements before making corporations pay taxes; Rep. Smith argues that if entitlements are tamed, other priorities will suffer

Study finds high rate of lower back injuries in athletes under age 18

Research needed to better understand causes of gun violence from medical perspective

Nurturing home life may offset negative changes in brain anatomy among poor children

High levels of omega-3 fatty acid consumption may lead to unintended health consequences

Poverty in early childhood linked with higher risk of poor cognitive outcomes

African-American women less likely to benefit from HPV vaccines to prevent cervical cancer

Cognitive reappraisal may have negative effects on psychological health

Clemson, Dartmouth researchers launch Amulet project to develop mHealth technology

Study identifies link between autism spectrum disorder risk and prenatal weight gain

Study shows low uptake of HPV vaccination among patients with autoimmune diseases

Stroke prevention study: Medication plus lifestyle changes safe, effective than surgical interventions

Healthy weight: The key to a healthy heart

UL research aims to improve diagnosis and management of delirium among palliative care patients

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