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NIH awards $3.96 million to develop combination therapies for superbugs

Gram-negative bacteria pose a serious threat to global health because they can resist multiple antibiotics, making infections difficult to treat, according to the National Institutes of Health.

15 Nov 2024

Phase 3 study finds inebilizumab effective for immunoglobulin G4–related disease

An international, phase 3 clinical trial led by investigators at Mass General Brigham could improve the treatment of a rare disease that can cause debilitating symptoms.

14 Nov 2024

Study shows RSV’s severe impact on US adults, urging more testing and vaccination

RSV hospitalizations in US adults reached high levels pre-vaccine, especially impacting those 75 and older, underscoring the need for awareness and prevention efforts.

14 Nov 2024

Maternal RSV vaccination timing optimizes newborn immunity through improved antibody transfer

Maternal RSV vaccination enhances antibody transfer to newborns, with optimal transfer efficiency observed when given at least five weeks before delivery.

14 Nov 2024

New vaccine shows potential in preventing recurrence of triple-negative breast cancer

A small clinical trial shows promising results for patients with triple-negative breast cancer who received an investigational vaccine designed to prevent recurrence of tumors.

14 Nov 2024

Study identifies a potential treatment for Sandhoff and Tay-Sachs diseases

In a groundbreaking study, researchers at McMaster University have identified a potential treatment for Sandhoff and Tay-Sachs diseases—two rare, often fatal lysosomal storage disorders that cause progressive damage to nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.

14 Nov 2024

As California taps pandemic stockpile for bird flu, officials keep close eye on spending

California public health officials are dipping into state and federal stockpiles to equip up to 10,000 farmworkers with masks, gloves, goggles, and other safety gear as the state confirms at least 21 human cases of bird flu as of early November.

14 Nov 2024

After Congress ended extra cash aid for families, communities tackle child poverty alone

If you bring a baby into the Hurley Children's Center clinic in downtown Flint, Michigan, Mona Hanna will find you.

14 Nov 2024

FasL inhibitor speeds recovery and reduces mortality in severe COVID-19 patients

A new clinical study shows that an inhibitor of Fas ligand (FasL), also called CD95 ligand (CD95L), led to a faster recovery of COVID-19 patients and reduced mortality.

14 Nov 2024

Self-reported symptom screening reduces symptom burden in pediatric cancer patients

Regular, self-reported symptom screening was associated with reduced symptom burden when compared with usual care for pediatric patients with cancer, according to new research led by scientists at the University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids).

14 Nov 2024

Chat GPT Plus doesn’t outperform conventional methods in diagnosing patients

With hospitals already deploying artificial intelligence to improve patient care, a new study has found that using Chat GPT Plus does not significantly improve the accuracy of doctors' diagnoses when compared with the use of usual resources.

14 Nov 2024

UAB researchers reverse liver disease in mice with gene therapy

UAB researchers have reversed metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) in mouse models. MASH is a severe liver disease associated with obesity and type 2 diabetes that affects more than 40 million people.

13 Nov 2024

$Gabapentinoids may increase hip fracture risk in older adults$

Gabapentinoids may increase hip fracture risk in older adults

The study, published today in JAMA Network Open, tracked patients hospitalized for hip fractures in Victoria, Australia from March 2013 through June 2018, who had used gabapentinoids before the injury.

13 Nov 2024

Study highlights widespread adverse events in surgical care

Adverse events affect more than a third (38%) of adults undergoing surgery, finds a study of admissions to 11 hospitals in the US state of Massachusetts, published by The BMJ today.

13 Nov 2024

GLP-1 agonists linked to fewer hospitalizations in alcohol use disorder patients

A new joint study by the University of Eastern Finland and Karolinska Institutet in Sweden found that the GLP-1 agonists semaglutide and liraglutide, which are used for treating diabetes and obesity, were associated with fewer hospitalizations among individuals with alcohol use disorder, AUD.

13 Nov 2024

HEPA air purifiers fall short in cutting respiratory infections in aged-care facilities

Research on HEPA-14 air purifiers in aged care reveals no significant impact on respiratory infections, though initial phase results suggest potential benefits.

13 Nov 2024

Study suggests beta-blockers may elevate depression symptoms in post-MI patients

In MI patients with preserved heart function, beta-blockers are linked to higher depressive symptoms, indicating a need for careful mental health assessment.

13 Nov 2024

Stem-cell implants restore vision in patients with corneal stem cell deficiency

Researchers successfully tested the safety and preliminary efficacy of stem-cell-derived corneal implants, showing promise for restoring vision in patients with severe corneal damage.

12 Nov 2024

Practical tool helps predict epilepsy risk in venous stroke patients

A practical calculator that predicts the risk of epilepsy after venous stroke is presented in a study from the University of Gothenburg and others.

12 Nov 2024

Finnish epilepsy care pathway sets benchmark for healthcare systems

The Finnish epilepsy care pathway has been published in Epilepsia Open. This Finnish model for epilepsy care provides a streamlined, multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy, and combines modern digital tools, data sharing and peer support.

12 Nov 2024

Hospital News and Research

NIH awards $3.96 million to develop combination therapies for superbugs

Phase 3 study finds inebilizumab effective for immunoglobulin G4–related disease

Study shows RSV’s severe impact on US adults, urging more testing and vaccination

Maternal RSV vaccination timing optimizes newborn immunity through improved antibody transfer

New vaccine shows potential in preventing recurrence of triple-negative breast cancer

Study identifies a potential treatment for Sandhoff and Tay-Sachs diseases

As California taps pandemic stockpile for bird flu, officials keep close eye on spending

After Congress ended extra cash aid for families, communities tackle child poverty alone

FasL inhibitor speeds recovery and reduces mortality in severe COVID-19 patients

Self-reported symptom screening reduces symptom burden in pediatric cancer patients

Chat GPT Plus doesn’t outperform conventional methods in diagnosing patients

UAB researchers reverse liver disease in mice with gene therapy

Gabapentinoids may increase hip fracture risk in older adults

Study highlights widespread adverse events in surgical care

GLP-1 agonists linked to fewer hospitalizations in alcohol use disorder patients

HEPA air purifiers fall short in cutting respiratory infections in aged-care facilities

Study suggests beta-blockers may elevate depression symptoms in post-MI patients

Stem-cell implants restore vision in patients with corneal stem cell deficiency

Practical tool helps predict epilepsy risk in venous stroke patients

Finnish epilepsy care pathway sets benchmark for healthcare systems

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