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California debates extending PTSD coverage to more first responders

A paramedic for about 30 years, Susan Farren knew all was not well with first responders: Eight of her colleagues had died by suicide. Others had grappled with substance abuse or gone through painful divorces.

9 May 2023

Study introduces a new method for efficient delivery of particles into stem cells

A recent study has introduced a new method for delivering particles into stem cells, which are notoriously difficult to penetrate.

8 May 2023

Differences in genetics, lifestyle factors likely have unique effects on CVD risk in Asian Americans

Asian Americans have significant differences in genetics, socioeconomic factors, culture, diet, lifestyle, health interventions and acculturation levels based on the Asian region of their ancestry that likely have unique effects on their risk for heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement published today in the Association's flagship, peer-reviewed journal Circulation.

8 May 2023

High-resolution atlas illustrates the development of human retina

What cell types are found in which human tissue, and where? Which genes are active in the individual cells, and which proteins are found there?

8 May 2023

Study shows strong association between mastication and blood glucose levels among T2D patients

If you're a health care provider treating people with Type 2 diabetes (T2D), University at Buffalo researcher Mehmet A. Eskan has this suggestion for you: check your patients' teeth.

8 May 2023

Mount Sinai researchers identify a new therapeutic target for MS and other brain disorders

Cross-talk between brain cells and peripheral immune cells can modulate the progression of multiple sclerosis (MS), Mount Sinai researchers have discovered.

8 May 2023

AI-based population screening could expedite the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer

An artificial intelligence tool has successfully identified people at the highest risk for pancreatic cancer up to three years before diagnosis using solely the patients' medical records, according to new research led by investigators at Harvard Medical School and the University of Copenhagen, in collaboration with VA Boston Healthcare System, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

8 May 2023

UVA researcher receives Trailblazer R21 Award to improve cardiac resynchronization therapy outcomes

Pacemakers and other implantable devices that restore normal heart rhythms have saved millions of lives.

8 May 2023

Study shows underrepresentation of women in cardiovascular clinical trials

A new study has shown that women are underrepresented in late-breaking cardiovascular clinical trials (LBCT) presented at national meetings.

8 May 2023

New campaign raises awareness among Latina mothers about the importance of blood pressure management

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of new moms The American Heart Association, through the new campaign, "My health is our health"/ "Mi salud es nuestra salud" is raising awareness among Hispanic/ Latina moms, especially during pregnancy, about the importance of managing their blood pressure.

8 May 2023

Low-cost screening tool developed for detecting congenital hypothyroidism in newborns

For newborns with congenital hypothyroidism, early diagnosis spells the difference between a normal, healthy life and lifelong disability.

8 May 2023

On the night shift with a sexual assault nurse examiner

Jacqueline Towarnicki got a text as she finished her day shift at a local clinic. She had a new case, a patient covered in bruises who couldn't remember how the injuries got there.

8 May 2023

In Idaho, taking a minor out of state for an abortion is now a crime: ‘Abortion trafficking’

Mackenzie Davidson grew up in a Mormon household and sheepishly admits she knew little about pregnancy.

8 May 2023

CDC report provides an overview of provisional mortality in the United States during 2022

In a recent MMWR published on the CDC website, researchers discussed provisional death estimates for 2022.

8 May 2023

4.2 million people in England have undiagnosed hypertension, report shows

The latest UK Government report estimates 4.2 million people in England alone have undiagnosed high blood pressure. This could lead to many thousands of preventable heart attacks and strokes, says a leading testing expert. He’s calling for blood pressure tests to be made a routine part of healthcare.

8 May 2023

Heart News and Research

California debates extending PTSD coverage to more first responders

Study introduces a new method for efficient delivery of particles into stem cells

Differences in genetics, lifestyle factors likely have unique effects on CVD risk in Asian Americans

High-resolution atlas illustrates the development of human retina

Study shows strong association between mastication and blood glucose levels among T2D patients

Mount Sinai researchers identify a new therapeutic target for MS and other brain disorders

AI-based population screening could expedite the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer

UVA researcher receives Trailblazer R21 Award to improve cardiac resynchronization therapy outcomes

Study shows underrepresentation of women in cardiovascular clinical trials

New campaign raises awareness among Latina mothers about the importance of blood pressure management

Low-cost screening tool developed for detecting congenital hypothyroidism in newborns

On the night shift with a sexual assault nurse examiner

In Idaho, taking a minor out of state for an abortion is now a crime: ‘Abortion trafficking’

CDC report provides an overview of provisional mortality in the United States during 2022

4.2 million people in England have undiagnosed hypertension, report shows

New research center aims to study the impact of everyday life stress on heart health

People with Long COVID neurological symptoms found to have differences in immune cell profiles and autonomic dysfunction

GlyNAC supplementation plays beneficial role in promoting brain health and cognitive function in aging

New approach addresses the challenge of directly connecting genetic variants to human traits, health

Study explores the role of diet in supporting a healthy gastrointestinal microbiota

Industry Focus eBook - Analytical Chemistry (2nd Edition) eBook

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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