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Lung chip model offers new insights into how radiation damages the lungs

The lung is one of the tissues most sensitive to radiation in the human body. People exposed to high radiation doses following nuclear incidents develop radiation-induced lung injury (RILI), which affects the function of many cell types in the lung, causing acute and sustained inflammation, and in the longer term, the thickening and scarring of lung tissue known as fibrosis.

17 Oct 2023

Oral diabetes and obesity meds danuglipron and orforglipron show promise but have gastrointestinal drawbacks

New orally-administered GLP-1 receptor agonists danuglipron and orforglipron show promise in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, according to a systematic review. While effective in glycemic control and weight reduction, these drugs come with gastrointestinal side effects that may lead to treatment discontinuation.

17 Oct 2023

New brain-wave cap diagnoses stroke in the ambulance, saving lives

A special brain-wave cap can diagnose stroke in the ambulance, allowing the patient to receive appropriate treatment faster.

17 Oct 2023

Metabolic benefits of Ramadan intermittent fasting revealed: key lipid changes and inflammatory marker improvements

The lipidomic changes during Ramadan diurnal intermittent fasting (RIF) among obese individuals.

17 Oct 2023

Michigan voters backed abortion rights. Now Democrats want to go further.

Nearly every day, Halley Crissman and her physician colleagues in Michigan must tell patients seeking abortions they're very sorry that they can't proceed with their scheduled appointments.

17 Oct 2023

For people with sickle cell disease, ERs can mean life-threatening waits

Heather Avant always dresses up when she goes to the emergency room.

17 Oct 2023

Fluctuating blood pressure may be a hidden culprit in dementia risk for seniors

Australian researchers find that fluctuating blood pressure, not just high levels, is associated with an increased risk of dementia and vascular issues in older adults. The study suggests that blood pressure variability could be an early marker for cognitive impairment, opening new avenues for treatment.

17 Oct 2023

Researchers study how cells adapt to stressful and complex environments

Imagine the life of a yeast cell, floating around the kitchen in a spore that eventually lands on a bowl of grapes. Life is good: food for days, at least until someone notices the rotting fruit and throws them out.

16 Oct 2023

Cracking the code: How egg consumption and genetics team up to affect heart disease risk

Egg consumption and genetic factors synergistically increase the risk of coronary artery disease, according to a large prospective study. The findings may lead to personalized dietary guidelines for those at greater genetic risk for heart disease.

16 Oct 2023

Radial access may revolutionize the field of peripheral artery interventions

A new study published today in the Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (JSCAI) explores the safety and efficacy of using radial access (RA) for peripheral artery interventions.

16 Oct 2023

Are all fats equal in heart disease risk? New veteran study suggests not

The study examines how specific types of fatty acids, rather than generalized fat categories, influence the risk of cardiovascular diseases in U.S. veterans. It finds that saturated and trans fats increase risk, while certain unsaturated fats may offer protective benefits, underscoring the need for more nuanced dietary guidelines.

16 Oct 2023

$12.5 million grant awarded to NYU Langone Health for developing digital tool to reduce maternal mortality

The maternal mortality rate in the United States, which has doubled in the past 20 years, is higher than in any other industrialized nation.

16 Oct 2023

Stress and depression more common in female heart attack patients with blocked arteries

Stress and depression are known to increase risk of heart attack, especially among women. They've also been linked to worse recovery.

16 Oct 2023

Two 'big gun' antibiotics may be safer for the kidneys than previously thought

Two 'big gun' antibiotics thought to cause kidney failure in ICU patients with a severe bacterial infection, especially when combined with another antibiotic, may be safer for the kidneys than previously reported, following a randomized trial led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

16 Oct 2023

What are the effects of smoking cessation on vascular endothelial function?

The effects of smoking cessation on vascular endothelial function.

16 Oct 2023

Anesthesiologist-administered sedation improves discharge outcomes for patients after common procedures

Patients who had common procedures performed outside of the operating room (OR) were more likely to go home instead of to a long-term care facility when they were discharged from the hospital if their sedation was administered or directed by an anesthesiologist, rather than by a physician who is not a trained anesthesiologist, according to a first-of-its-kind study presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2023 annual meeting.

15 Oct 2023

AI-powered unbiased pain detection system holds promise for improving patient care

An automated pain recognition system using artificial intelligence (AI) holds promise as an unbiased method to detect pain in patients before, during and after surgery, according to research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2023 annual meeting.

15 Oct 2023

Long-term lung issues and lower quality of life plague COVID-19 survivors, new study warns

New research in Scientific Reports reveals that COVID-19 survivors, especially those who had severe or critical illness, face long-term lung complications and a reduced quality of life. The study recommends 6-monthly pulmonary function tests for these survivors to monitor for chronic lung damage.

15 Oct 2023

Hormones and high blood pressure: Study reveals endocrine culprits and targeted treatments

Researchers delve into endocrine causes of hypertension (HTN), revealing key culprits like primary aldosteronism and Cushing's syndrome. The study also evaluates the efficacy of various treatments, offering valuable insights for tackling this widespread health issue.

15 Oct 2023

Seasonal training shifts don't shake rugby players' heart health, finds study

In a comprehensive study examining cardiac function in male Rugby Football League (RFL) players, researchers found that cardiovascular health remains stable across different phases of a competitive season, even when training load varies. Utilizing advanced tools like 2D echocardiography and speckle tracking echocardiography, the study challenges previous assumptions and opens the door for future research, emphasizing the importance of such metrics in pre-participation cardiac screening.

15 Oct 2023

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Lung chip model offers new insights into how radiation damages the lungs

Oral diabetes and obesity meds danuglipron and orforglipron show promise but have gastrointestinal drawbacks

New brain-wave cap diagnoses stroke in the ambulance, saving lives

Metabolic benefits of Ramadan intermittent fasting revealed: key lipid changes and inflammatory marker improvements

Michigan voters backed abortion rights. Now Democrats want to go further.

For people with sickle cell disease, ERs can mean life-threatening waits

Fluctuating blood pressure may be a hidden culprit in dementia risk for seniors

Researchers study how cells adapt to stressful and complex environments

Cracking the code: How egg consumption and genetics team up to affect heart disease risk

Radial access may revolutionize the field of peripheral artery interventions

Are all fats equal in heart disease risk? New veteran study suggests not

$12.5 million grant awarded to NYU Langone Health for developing digital tool to reduce maternal mortality

Stress and depression more common in female heart attack patients with blocked arteries

Two 'big gun' antibiotics may be safer for the kidneys than previously thought

What are the effects of smoking cessation on vascular endothelial function?

Anesthesiologist-administered sedation improves discharge outcomes for patients after common procedures

AI-powered unbiased pain detection system holds promise for improving patient care

Long-term lung issues and lower quality of life plague COVID-19 survivors, new study warns

Hormones and high blood pressure: Study reveals endocrine culprits and targeted treatments

Seasonal training shifts don't shake rugby players' heart health, finds study

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Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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