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Studies examine issues of sexual orientation and intimate partner violence

Two studies at Sam Houston State University examined issues of sexual orientation and intimate partner violence, including its impact on substance abuse and physical and mental health as well as the effects of child abuse on its victims.

5 Mar 2014

Studies identify gene signals involved with BMI and their connection to: heart disease, diabetes

Two recent genetic studies expand the list of genes involved with body fat and body mass index, and their connection to major Western health problems: heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.

5 Mar 2014

Children with ADHD more likely to become obese and sedentary teenagers, says study

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to become obese and sedentary teenagers, according to new research.

5 Mar 2014

ACS recommends three levels of surgical care for infants and children

The American College of Surgeons has published new comprehensive guidelines that define the resources the nation's surgical facilities need to perform operations effectively and safely in infants and children.

5 Mar 2014

Two genetic studies expand list of genes connected to major Western health problems

Two recent genetic studies expand the list of genes involved with body fat and body mass index, and their connection to major Western health problems: heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. One study showed that higher body mass index (BMI) caused harmful effects on the risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and inflammation, while another study found gene signals linked to higher levels of body fat metrics, without showing causality.

5 Mar 2014

Stem cells from patients offer model, drug-discovery platform for early-onset form of Alzheimer's

Harvard stem cell scientists have successfully converted skins cells from patients with early-onset Alzheimer's into the types of neurons that are affected by the disease, making it possible for the first time to study this leading form of dementia in living human cells. This may also make it possible to develop therapies far more quickly and accurately than before.

5 Mar 2014

Bruker opens new preclinical imaging center of excellence for the Americas

Bruker (NASDAQ: BRKR) today announced the official opening of a new Preclinical Imaging Center of Excellence for the Americas in Billerica, Massachusetts. The facility offers advanced development, demonstration and support facilities for Bruker’s industry-leading portfolio of preclinical imaging instrumentation and multimodal platforms.

4 Mar 2014

Children who become overweight at young age continue to suffer later in life

The crucial importance of healthy eating in our formative years is the subject of a free University of Greenwich public lecture.

4 Mar 2014

Study shows SuperMum campaign improves handwashing behaviour

An analysis of a unique “SuperMum” handwashing campaign shows for the first time that using emotional motivators, such as feelings of disgust and nurture, rather than health messages, can result in significant, long-lasting improvements in people’s handwashing behaviour, and could in turn help to reduce the risk of infectious diseases.

4 Mar 2014

New research project explores link between pitch count and throwing arm injuries

The correlation between pitch count and throwing arm injuries has been a hot-button issue in baseball for years and now is the focus of a pioneering study by the Mercyhurst University Department of Sports Medicine, UPMC Hamot and Shriners Hospitals for Children - Erie.

4 Mar 2014

Loyola surgeon successfully performs operation on patient suffering from rare disorder

Jarely Sanchez is an affectionate, energetic little girl who loves ballet. "Everyone she meets, she connects with," said her father, Jose Angel Ulloa. "She's like a magnet." But for more than a week, the three-year-old girl wasn't herself.

4 Mar 2014

RAND study ignores data pointing to success of PCMH care model, say physicians

Pennsylvania's physicians say a new study by researchers at the RAND Corporation in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) ignores the wealth of recent data pointing to the success of the patient-centered medical home (PCMH) care model that gives patients more control of their health care.

4 Mar 2014

New federal standards increase consumption of fruits and vegetables

New federal standards launched in 2012 that require schools to offer healthier meals have led to increased fruit and vegetable consumption, according to a new study from Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers.

4 Mar 2014

Crates and buckets encourage children to be more active, creative than expensive play equipment

Cheap items like crates and buckets encourage children to be more active and creative than expensive play equipment, researchers have found.

4 Mar 2014

Distracted walking results in more injuries per mile than distracted driving, says study

Texting and walking is a known danger, but Dietrich Jehle, professor of emergency medicine at the University at Buffalo, says distracted walking results in more injuries per mile than distracted driving.

4 Mar 2014

Research discovery advances efforts to replace damaged heart muscle

In a study that began in a pair of infant siblings with a rare heart defect, Johns Hopkins researchers say they have identified a key molecular switch that regulates heart cell division and normally turns the process off around the time of birth. Their research, they report, could advance efforts to turn the process back on and regenerate heart tissue damaged by heart attacks or disease.

4 Mar 2014

Researchers explore assistive technology to improve life for children with autism, ADHD

We have tended to associate welfare technology with support for the elderly. Now researchers are looking at whether technology such as digital calendars and smartwatches can also provide support for children with autism and ADHD.

4 Mar 2014

New partnership creates easy trip to San Diego Zoo through new television channel

Thanks to a new partnership, families spending time at the Sanford Children's Hospital in Sioux Falls can easily take a trip to the San Diego Zoo through a new television channel.

4 Mar 2014

Gender differences in parenting, household labor persist among physician-researchers: Study

A new study finds gender differences in parenting and household labor persist among a group of highly motivated physician-researchers in the early stages of their career.

4 Mar 2014

UT Southwestern Medical Center opens new Texas Institute for Brain Injury and Repair

UT Southwestern Medical Center today launched the new Texas Institute for Brain Injury and Repair, a state-funded initiative to promote innovative research and education, with the goals of accelerating translation into better diagnosis and revolutionizing care for millions of people who suffer brain injuries each year.

4 Mar 2014

Children News and Research

Studies examine issues of sexual orientation and intimate partner violence

Studies identify gene signals involved with BMI and their connection to: heart disease, diabetes

Children with ADHD more likely to become obese and sedentary teenagers, says study

ACS recommends three levels of surgical care for infants and children

Two genetic studies expand list of genes connected to major Western health problems

Stem cells from patients offer model, drug-discovery platform for early-onset form of Alzheimer's

Bruker opens new preclinical imaging center of excellence for the Americas

Children who become overweight at young age continue to suffer later in life

Study shows SuperMum campaign improves handwashing behaviour

New research project explores link between pitch count and throwing arm injuries

Loyola surgeon successfully performs operation on patient suffering from rare disorder

RAND study ignores data pointing to success of PCMH care model, say physicians

New federal standards increase consumption of fruits and vegetables

Crates and buckets encourage children to be more active, creative than expensive play equipment

Distracted walking results in more injuries per mile than distracted driving, says study

Research discovery advances efforts to replace damaged heart muscle

Researchers explore assistive technology to improve life for children with autism, ADHD

New partnership creates easy trip to San Diego Zoo through new television channel

Gender differences in parenting, household labor persist among physician-researchers: Study

UT Southwestern Medical Center opens new Texas Institute for Brain Injury and Repair

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