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Unraveling typical disease trajectories in multimorbid patients from birth to death

In a recent study published in npj Digital Medicine, Complexity Science Hub researchers analyzed a comprehensive dataset of 44 million hospital stays in Austria.

7 Mar 2024

Combining virtual reality and electric brain stimulation may be a promising treatment strategy for PTSD

Combining two treatments could be a promising option for people, especially military veterans, whose lives are negatively affected by post-traumatic stress disorder, a new study shows.

7 Mar 2024

Medical malpractice incident severity found to be higher during daylight saving time

Medical malpractice incidents are more severe during the months of the year when daylight saving time is observed in the U.S., according to a new study that examined three decades of malpractice claims.

7 Mar 2024

Study reveals nerve changes linked to pain and urinary frequency in recurrent UTI sufferers

How sensory nerve sprouting and mast cell activity, driven by nerve growth factor (NGF), contribute to persistent bladder pain and dysfunction in recurrent urinary tract infection (rUTI) cases.

7 Mar 2024

ECDC raises alarm over rising STI rates across Europe

The findings reveal a troubling surge in cases of syphilis, gonorrhoea, and chlamydia, indicating a pressing need for heightened awareness of STI transmission, and the need to enhance robust prevention, access to testing, and effective treatment to address this public health challenge.

7 Mar 2024

Medical debt is associated with population health and increased mortality

The association between medical debt and population health outcomes in the US.

7 Mar 2024

Do you wear makeup while you exercise? New research reveals the effects on skin and pores

A new study reports the results of an intervention study on skin changes following the use of makeup while exercising on a treadmill.

7 Mar 2024

Report claims mental health of people in later life has been overshadowed by systemic and interpersonal ageism

A recent Center for Mental Health briefing documents the evidence on the mental health of older people in England and what kind of support they receive.

7 Mar 2024

Study finds lack of preventative care for children with sickle cell anemia

Children with sickle cell anemia are vulnerable to serious infections and stroke, but many do not receive the preventative care that could help them stay healthier for longer, a Children's Hospital Los Angeles study found.

6 Mar 2024

Injectable hydrogel can mitigate right ventricular heart failure

An injectable hydrogel can mitigate damage to the right ventricle of the heart with chronic pressure overload, according to a new study published March 6 in Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Basic to Translational Science.

6 Mar 2024

NIH study reveals elevated cholesterol levels among American Indian youth

More than 70% of American Indian young adults aged 20-39 and 50% of American Indian teens have cholesterol levels or elevated fat in the blood that put them at risk for cardiovascular disease, suggests a study supported by the National Institutes of Health.

6 Mar 2024

Is Cilento, Italy an uncharted 'Blue Zone?'

Researchers use environmental, nutritional, and lifestyle data to determine whether Cilento, Italy, shares trait characteristics with ‘Longevity Blue Zones'.

6 Mar 2024

Study reveals mechanisms behind antidepressant effects of diabetes drug

Research in animals has shown that the diabetes drug dulaglutide, which is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist may reduce symptoms of depression.

6 Mar 2024

New approach needed to better prepare and support women during menopause transition, experts say

A new approach to menopause that better prepares and supports women during midlife is needed – going beyond medical treatments, to empower women using high-quality information on symptoms and treatments, empathic clinical care and workplace adjustments as required, says a new four paper Series published in The Lancet.

6 Mar 2024

Living near green spaces linked to higher bone density and lower osteoporosis risk

Living in leafy areas near gardens, parks, and green spaces, may boost bone density and lower the risk of osteoporosis, finds research published online in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.

6 Mar 2024

Thinking of switching to Quorn? It could help lower bad cholesterol by 10%

A new Clinical Nutrition study investigated whether a home-based and remotely-delivered dietary intervention containing mycoprotein could influence cholesterol and other biomarkers of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in overweight adults.

6 Mar 2024

The secret to a healthier lifestyle? Your dog, says recent study

The impact of the human-dog bond on physical activity, lifestyle, and health outcomes in dog owners.

6 Mar 2024

How residential green spaces impact bone health and osteoporosis risk

Scientists investigate whether green spaces in residential areas were associated with a lower risk of incident osteoporosis and changes in bone mineral density.

6 Mar 2024

As a new Core Lab under the Million Microbiomes from Humans Project, MGI empowers INRAE MetaGenoPolis in “Le microbiote français - Le French Gut”project to Propel Metagenomics Research

MGI, a company committed to building core tools and technology to lead life science, announced today a collaboration agreement with MetaGenoPolis, a unit within the renowned National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (INRAE) in France, following MetaGenoPolis' selection as a core lab under the Million Microbiomes from Humans Project (MMHP).

From MGI 6 Mar 2024

WSU researchers find potential ‘trojan horse’ for treating difficult bacterial infections

Bacteria can be tricked into sending death signals to stop the growth of their slimy, protective homes that lead to deadly infections, a new study demonstrates.

5 Mar 2024

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Unraveling typical disease trajectories in multimorbid patients from birth to death

Combining virtual reality and electric brain stimulation may be a promising treatment strategy for PTSD

Medical malpractice incident severity found to be higher during daylight saving time

Study reveals nerve changes linked to pain and urinary frequency in recurrent UTI sufferers

ECDC raises alarm over rising STI rates across Europe

Medical debt is associated with population health and increased mortality

Do you wear makeup while you exercise? New research reveals the effects on skin and pores

Report claims mental health of people in later life has been overshadowed by systemic and interpersonal ageism

Study finds lack of preventative care for children with sickle cell anemia

Injectable hydrogel can mitigate right ventricular heart failure

NIH study reveals elevated cholesterol levels among American Indian youth

Is Cilento, Italy an uncharted 'Blue Zone?'

Study reveals mechanisms behind antidepressant effects of diabetes drug

New approach needed to better prepare and support women during menopause transition, experts say

Living near green spaces linked to higher bone density and lower osteoporosis risk

Thinking of switching to Quorn? It could help lower bad cholesterol by 10%

The secret to a healthier lifestyle? Your dog, says recent study

How residential green spaces impact bone health and osteoporosis risk

As a new Core Lab under the Million Microbiomes from Humans Project, MGI empowers INRAE MetaGenoPolis in “Le microbiote français - Le French Gut”project to Propel Metagenomics Research

WSU researchers find potential ‘trojan horse’ for treating difficult bacterial infections

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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