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Increased pediatric readiness in the ED reduces, but does not eliminate, racial and ethnic disparities

A new multi-site study led by Indiana University School of Medicine found increasing pediatric readiness in emergency departments reduces, but does not eliminate, racial and ethnic disparities in children and adolescents with acute medical emergencies.

5 Sep 2023

AI for breast cancer screening can perform just as well as human readers

Using a standardized assessment, researchers in the UK compared the performance of a commercially available artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm with human readers of screening mammograms.

5 Sep 2023

New study highlights impact of COVID-19 pandemic on emergency department visits in British Columbia

A new study showing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and mitigation strategies used to manage the virus on emergency department (ED) visits in British Columbia can help with future planning.

5 Sep 2023

Open Dialogue treatment model reduces out-of-home mental health care for adolescents

In a ten-year registry follow-up, adolescents treated according to the Open Dialogue treatment model had a lower risk of receiving out-of-home care compared to those receiving other forms of mental health treatment.

5 Sep 2023

Mississippi’s cervical cancer deaths indicate broader health care problems

Shementé Jones knew something wasn't right. Her back hurt. She felt pain during sex.

5 Sep 2023

Some communities express mistrust and cynicism in response to conversations about genomics

New research published today in Human Genetics and Genomics Advances reveals the difference between ‘what we say’ and ‘what people hear’ when engaging underrepresented communities around genomics and healthcare.

4 Sep 2023

Faster mental health treatment could reduce financial burden on the NHS, improve outcomes

The study, which is one of the largest of its kind to date, analysed anonymised data, and was conducted by ieso Digital Health Ltd in partnership with Dorset HealthCare University NHS Trust and York Health Economics Consortium (part of the University of York).

4 Sep 2023

How do cyclones impact human health?

Researchers discuss the health outcomes of cyclones.

3 Sep 2023

Study finds ways to improve medication adherence in breast cancer survivors

For roughly 80% of breast cancer survivors, treatment doesn't end with surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Instead, for the next five to 10 years, doctors recommend that they take medication to block sex hormones, which can fuel tumor growth and spark recurrence.

1 Sep 2023

Michigan researchers receive $26 million NIH grant to study environmental impacts on child health

Backed by a $26 million federal grant, researchers at three Michigan universities, a leading health care system, and a state agency will continue a long-term study of how exposure to environmental factors during pregnancy and early childhood can impact health for a lifetime.

1 Sep 2023

Exposures to biological sources linked to increased risk of chemical intolerance

What initiates chemical intolerance (CI)? In a newly released survey of thousands of U.S. adults, respondents most frequently cited exposures to biological sources, such as mold and algae "blooms," and/or fossil fuels, their combustion products and synthetic chemical derivatives such as pesticides, plastics and persistent organic pollutants.

1 Sep 2023

Amsterdam UMC-led project drives innovation in healthcare with AI and natural language processing

80% of all patient data is unstructured. Notes from a conversation with a GP, the evaluation of a specialist in a university medical centre or even a recommendation from a pharmacist.

1 Sep 2023

Biden administration proposes new standards to boost nursing home staffing

The nation's most thinly staffed nursing homes would be required to hire more workers under new rules proposed on Friday by the Biden administration, the greatest change to federal nursing home regulations in three decades.

1 Sep 2023

Weighted lottery helps ensure equitable allocation of scarce COVID-19 medication

A program designed to ensure fairness and that people living in the most disadvantaged U.S. neighborhoods would be offered a scarce, potentially life-saving medication proved feasible in a large health system.

1 Sep 2023

When temps rise, so do medical risks. Should doctors and nurses talk more about heat?

An important email appeared in the inboxes of a small group of health care workers north of Boston as this summer started. It warned that local temperatures were rising into the 80s.

1 Sep 2023

MU Law Clinic launches program to help homeless veterans

Since 2009, the number of veterans experiencing homelessness across the United States has shrunk by more than 50%, according to a 2022 Department of Housing report.

31 Aug 2023

KFF Health News' 'What The Health?': 3 health policy experts you should know

In this special episode, host Julie Rovner, KFF Health News' chief Washington correspondent, interviews three noted health policy experts.

31 Aug 2023

Study finds link between dehumanization and burnout in first responders

From medical professionals who were on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic to firefighters rescuing victims of the Maui wildfires, first responders are often hailed as heroes.

31 Aug 2023

How to promote healthy diet practices among female cancer survivors with fertility challenges

A cancer diagnosis can increase the risk of infertility in young women. While consuming a healthy diet – including whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fatty acids – has been found to improve both fertility and cancer survivorship, over 90% of young adult cancer survivors don't meet the dietary recommendations and have diets consisting of high fat and low fruit and vegetable intake.

30 Aug 2023

Sex-based disparities in cardiovascular care may be linked to higher stroke risk among females

Higher stroke risk among females with atrial fibrillation may be related to sex-based disparities in cardiovascular care, according to a new study from Women's College Hospital, the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC) at University Health Network (UHN) and ICES.

30 Aug 2023

Health Care News and Research

Increased pediatric readiness in the ED reduces, but does not eliminate, racial and ethnic disparities

AI for breast cancer screening can perform just as well as human readers

New study highlights impact of COVID-19 pandemic on emergency department visits in British Columbia

Open Dialogue treatment model reduces out-of-home mental health care for adolescents

Mississippi’s cervical cancer deaths indicate broader health care problems

Some communities express mistrust and cynicism in response to conversations about genomics

Faster mental health treatment could reduce financial burden on the NHS, improve outcomes

How do cyclones impact human health?

Study finds ways to improve medication adherence in breast cancer survivors

Michigan researchers receive $26 million NIH grant to study environmental impacts on child health

Exposures to biological sources linked to increased risk of chemical intolerance

Amsterdam UMC-led project drives innovation in healthcare with AI and natural language processing

Biden administration proposes new standards to boost nursing home staffing

Weighted lottery helps ensure equitable allocation of scarce COVID-19 medication

When temps rise, so do medical risks. Should doctors and nurses talk more about heat?

MU Law Clinic launches program to help homeless veterans

KFF Health News' 'What The Health?': 3 health policy experts you should know

Study finds link between dehumanization and burnout in first responders

How to promote healthy diet practices among female cancer survivors with fertility challenges

Sex-based disparities in cardiovascular care may be linked to higher stroke risk among females

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