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People in rural Honduras embrace multiphasic cancer screening opportunities

The burden of cancer is on the rise in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) such as Honduras.

11 Mar 2020

Comprehensive new clinical guideline on homelessness released

A collaborative approach is required to build healthcare pathways that will end homelessness in Canada, says the Homeless Health Research Network, a pan-Canadian team of experts including researchers from McGill University.

9 Mar 2020

New theory may increase conservatives' support to transition away from fossil fuels

A relatively new theory that identifies universal concerns underlying human judgment could be key to helping people with opposing views on an issue coax each other to a different way of thinking, new research suggests.

9 Mar 2020

Coronavirus spreads even without symptoms and how Hangzhou province contained virus spread

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is rapidly spreading across the globe, and containment measures have been implemented at many of the hotspots for the disease. Though isolation and quarantine measures are considered the best way to contain the virus, one new study suggests it might not be as effective as hoped.

9 Mar 2020

Study: Distraction by technology during mealtimes may reduce food intake

Being distracted by technology during mealtimes may decrease the amount of food a person eats, nutrition scientists suggest in a new study.

7 Mar 2020

Researchers identify new genetic variants that cause heart disease in infants

Florida State University researchers working in an international collaboration have identified new genetic variants that cause heart disease in infants, and their research has led to novel insights into the role of a protein that affects how the heart pumps blood.

7 Mar 2020

Study to explore COVID-19-related discrimination against Chinese-Americans

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak has sparked various reactions from different populations across the globe. With the sudden surge of cases worldwide and the spread of the virus to other countries, racism, and discrimination against Chinese American people has increased.

5 Mar 2020

Italy shuts down schools, universities amid surge in coronavirus cases

Italy will shut down schools and universities in response to the sharp increase in coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases. The Italian government has ordered the nationwide cancellation of education classes until Mar. 15, as the country grapples to contain the worst outbreak that has hit Europe, claiming 107 lives and infecting more than 3,000 people.

5 Mar 2020

Metrohm USA announces 8th annual Young Chemist Award winner

Metrohm USA is pleased to announce the winner of its 2020 Young Chemist Award, Dr.

From Metrohm USA Inc. 3 Mar 2020

CTSI to host Translational Research Day 2020: Broadly-Engaged Team Science

Tufts Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) will host Translational Research Day 2020: Broadly-Engaged Team Science on Friday, March 6.

2 Mar 2020

Researchers explore the potential pitfalls of tracking college athletes

Fitness trackers like Fitbit and Garmin watches make it easy for anyone to collect data about health and performance.

2 Mar 2020

New multipronged program helps surgeons reduce opioid prescriptions by two-thirds

Opioid prescriptions have been a known driver of the opioid epidemic, and it's now known that opioid prescriptions that last longer than five days are a risk factor for longer-term opioid use.

2 Mar 2020

660 young scientists invited to 70th anniversary of Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings

Young scientists from 101 countries are invited to the 70th anniversary of the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings. This was the result of the decision taken today by the Council for the Meetings to conclude the nomination and selection process.

2 Mar 2020

MIME Technologies unveils smart device set to revolutionize in-flight medical events

MIME Technologies, a med-tech spin-out from the University of Aberdeen, has unveiled a smart device set to revolutionize how medical events are managed in the air – with the potential to benefit the many thousands of travelers who fall ill on flights annually.

28 Feb 2020

Research: Post-game treats are detrimental to a child's health

Almost every parent knows the drill: When it's your turn, you bring Capri Suns and Rice Krispies Treats to your child's soccer game as a post-game snack.

28 Feb 2020

New templates for improving assessment of senior cancer patients

While older adults, defined as those 65 and older, make up the largest percentage of cancer patients and survivors, this group is not adequately represented in clinical trials, research at the University of Cincinnati has shown.

28 Feb 2020

Northern Ireland reports first coronavirus case, UK now totals 16

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak has taken a toll on the lives of many people, especially in mainland China. However, over the past week, the virus has spread to more than 40 countries, infecting over 83,000 people with more than 2,800 deaths. Now, the UK's case toll increased to 16 as Northern Ireland reported its first coronavirus case.

27 Feb 2020

Your school assignment for the day: Spelling and specs

Daisy Leon struggles to sit still and read the letters on the eye chart. Her responses tumble out in a quiet, confused garble.

27 Feb 2020

Americans should prepare themselves for coronavirus spread, CDC official warns

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak has now spread outside China, affecting 47 countries. The worst-hit countries are strengthening their efforts to contain the deadly coronavirus as the number of confirmed infections globally surpassed 81,000. Amid the health crisis, Americans are being urged to prepare for a possible outbreak spread.

26 Feb 2020

New form of gene editing slows ALS progression in mice

With a new CRISPR gene-editing methodology, scientists from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign inactivated one of the genes responsible for an inherited form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis - a debilitating and fatal neurological disease for which there is no cure.

26 Feb 2020