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UV light induces new types of DNA damage that may cause malignant melanoma

Studies conducted in yeast show that exposure to ultraviolet light (UV) induces new types of DNA damage that may cause the deadliest form of skin cancer, malignant melanoma.

17 Nov 2020

Universal mask-wearing can reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmissibility by almost two-thirds, study finds

A new study presents more empirical evidence that universal masking can reduce transmissibility by almost two-thirds, even with inadequate social distancing. The study was published on the preprint server medRxiv* in November 2020.

17 Nov 2020

Antibiotics administered before age 2 are linked to ongoing conditions

In a retrospective case study, Mayo Clinic researchers have found that antibiotics administered to children younger than 2 are associated with several ongoing illnesses or conditions, ranging from allergies to obesity. The findings appear in Mayo Clinic Proceedings.

16 Nov 2020

Exposure to low-level blasts affects the brains of military and law-enforcement personnel

Military and law-enforcement personnel repeatedly exposed to low-level blasts have significant brain changes – including an increased level of brain injury and inflammation – compared with a control group, a new study has found.

16 Nov 2020

“Zoom Dysmorphia” is driving more people to seek plastic surgery

Patients are seeking plastic surgery in record numbers, citing their appearance on Zoom as a cause. Of particular concern are noses and wrinkles, according to Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine. Click here to read the article now.

16 Nov 2020

Weekly exercise linked to lower risk of Alzheimer's disease in patients with mild cognitive impairment

Exercising more than once per week is associated with a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in patients with mild cognitive impairment, research published in the open access journal Alzheimer's Research and Therapy suggests.

12 Nov 2020

National study reveals incidents of avoidable harm in primary care

A national study* of general practices in England has revealed the frequency of incidents of significant avoidable harm in primary care, and also important new details.

12 Nov 2020

Men and women may require different brain tumor therapy, study finds

The current study shows that the sex differences in the tumor phenotype vary with the effect of the enhancer regulatory molecule bound to Brd4 on the course of stem cell-like differentiation in male and female GBM cells. Inhibition of Brd4 by genetic and pharmacological factors also varies in males and females, both in vivo and in vitro.

11 Nov 2020

Study examines the impact of natural disasters on suicide rates

Disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes are occurring with increasing frequency and severity across the globe. In addition to impacting local communities, infrastructure and the economy, these disasters also can lead to severe emotional distress and anxiety for those living in their paths.

11 Nov 2020

“Molecular volume knob” in the brain helps with learning, memory

A "molecular volume knob" regulating electrical signals in the brain helps with learning and memory, according to a Dartmouth study.

11 Nov 2020

Dietary induction of hepatocyte regeneration may be a viable strategy to enhance gene repair

Use of thyroid hormone to boost hepatocyte proliferation enhanced the efficiency of CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene correction in the mouse liver.

11 Nov 2020

Research examines changes in physical activity, sitting and sleep during Scotland's COVID lockdown

A new study by researchers at the University of Strathclyde, published as a preprint on the medRxiv* server, examined changes in 24-hour movement behaviors across three designated period blocks: from 1) pre-lockdown (T1) to the 1st UK national lockdown (T2); and 2) first UK national lockdown to initial easing of lockdown (T3).

10 Nov 2020

HSS presents research related to rheumatology and orthopedic surgery at 2020 ACR annual meeting

At this year's American College of Rheumatology virtual meeting, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) presented exciting research related to rheumatology and orthopedic surgery.

10 Nov 2020

Study suggests herd immunity to COVID-19 in New York City is low

Researchers in the United States have estimated that the proportion of people in New York City who developed antibodies against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) during the first wave of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is around one in eight.

9 Nov 2020

OCD, anxiety and depressive symptoms worsen in young people during COVID-19

Many children and young people with obsessive thoughts and compulsions experience that their OCD, anxiety and depressive symptoms worsen during a crisis such as COVID-19.

9 Nov 2020

Immune-evading variants can emerge in SARS-CoV-2, researchers warn

An international team of researchers has shown that a mutation within severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) – the agent responsible for the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) – enables the pathogen to evade antibody-mediated immunity while maintaining replication fitness and increasing viral loads.

9 Nov 2020

Skipping breakfast and late dinner may be linked with higher risk of proteinuria

The relationship between dietary habits and the occurrence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is not fully known. In a new study, researchers from Kanazawa University found out that skipping breakfast and late dinner might be associated with a higher risk of proteinuria which is a key prognostic factor of CKD.

9 Nov 2020

Social distancing is increasing feelings of loneliness in older population

Social distancing introduced in response to COVID-19 is increasing feelings of loneliness in Scotland's older population and impacting their wellbeing, according to a new University of Stirling study.

9 Nov 2020

Study suggests SARS-CoV-2 mutation fingerprints could be used for molecular contact tracing

In a recent groundbreaking study, researchers from Stanford University demonstrated the potential of multiplexed targeted next-generation sequencing assay for detecting SARS-CoV-2 genetic fingerprints used in mutation profiling, with the potential of massive scalability required for population studies. The findings are currently available on the medRxiv preprint server.

8 Nov 2020

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 infection four times more likely through household transmission than community

A group of researchers from across the United States working in collaboration with their Swiss counterparts have conducted an extensive population-based serological survey to understand the transmission dynamics of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS CoV-2) – the novel agent that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

8 Nov 2020

Frequency News and Research

UV light induces new types of DNA damage that may cause malignant melanoma

Universal mask-wearing can reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmissibility by almost two-thirds, study finds

Antibiotics administered before age 2 are linked to ongoing conditions

Exposure to low-level blasts affects the brains of military and law-enforcement personnel

“Zoom Dysmorphia” is driving more people to seek plastic surgery

Weekly exercise linked to lower risk of Alzheimer's disease in patients with mild cognitive impairment

National study reveals incidents of avoidable harm in primary care

Men and women may require different brain tumor therapy, study finds

Study examines the impact of natural disasters on suicide rates

“Molecular volume knob” in the brain helps with learning, memory

Dietary induction of hepatocyte regeneration may be a viable strategy to enhance gene repair

Research examines changes in physical activity, sitting and sleep during Scotland's COVID lockdown

HSS presents research related to rheumatology and orthopedic surgery at 2020 ACR annual meeting

Study suggests herd immunity to COVID-19 in New York City is low

OCD, anxiety and depressive symptoms worsen in young people during COVID-19

Immune-evading variants can emerge in SARS-CoV-2, researchers warn

Skipping breakfast and late dinner may be linked with higher risk of proteinuria

Social distancing is increasing feelings of loneliness in older population

Study suggests SARS-CoV-2 mutation fingerprints could be used for molecular contact tracing

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 infection four times more likely through household transmission than community

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