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Researchers develop novel device to “cleanse” the blood of chemotherapeutic drugs

For patients with cancer, the tumor-killing power of chemotherapeutic drugs is a double-edged sword. While many cancer drugs kill tumor cells, they can also harm healthy cells as they travel throughout the bloodstream.

6 Apr 2022

Cryo-EM imaging of a key immune protein reveals previously unrecognized binding site

Imaging at near-atomic resolution of a key immune protein commonly known as STING has revealed a previously unrecognized binding site that appears to be pivotal for launching immune attacks, UT Southwestern scientists report in a new study.

6 Apr 2022

Study captures the immune effect of COVID-19 vaccine in patients with multiple myeloma

Most immunocompromised people with a blood cancer called multiple myeloma benefited from a third dose of COVID-19 vaccines, a promising sign after it was shown that two doses tended to not be sufficient for them.

6 Apr 2022

Virtual reality psychological therapy shown to work well for patients with mental health problems

In a landmark development, psychological therapy has been automated in virtual reality. With the user guided by a virtual coach, there is no need for a real-life therapist, meaning the treatment can reach many more patients.

6 Apr 2022

Paternal use of diabetes drug associated with genital birth defects in boys

Boys were more likely to be born with genital birth defects if their fathers took the commonly prescribed diabetes drug metformin in the three months before conception, according to a new study by Stanford Medicine investigators and their collaborators in Denmark.

6 Apr 2022

Study provides key insights into the spread of Rocky Mountain spotted fever

Findings from a new study are providing important insights into the spread of Rocky Mountain spotted fever, which is transmitted from dogs to people through ticks. The new data are being used to create models that could help predict, and possibly prevent, future outbreaks.

5 Apr 2022

Discovery could lead to new treatments for schistosomiasis

A team led by UTSW researchers has identified a molecule produced by male parasitic worms called schistosomes that prompts sexual maturity in females of these species.

5 Apr 2022

IU researchers aim to develop a tool for predicting lead exposure risk

Indiana University researchers are working with communities in Indiana and North Carolina to help test for lead in household dust, soil and water.

5 Apr 2022

Healthcare experts develop new health-related quality of life instrument

Value in Health, the official journal of ISPOR- The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research, announced today the publication of a series of articles reporting the international development of a new health-related quality of life instrument, the EQ-HWB.

5 Apr 2022

Powerful testimonial videos address vaccine hesitancy among new and expectant mothers

The New York Vaccine Literacy Campaign at the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy has collaborated with Health Leads to produce a series of powerful testimonial videos featuring three new mothers sharing why they got the COVID-19 vaccine.

5 Apr 2022

UGA researchers track chatbot use for public health response activities during the pandemic

If you've been to a clinic for a vaccine or COVID test during the past two years, you've likely interacted with a chatbot. Chatbots are computer programs designed to simulate conversation with human users.

5 Apr 2022

Novel transcatheter repair system for tricuspid regurgitation shows promising results at one year

Patients with tricuspid regurgitation, a common and debilitating form of valvular heart disease, who received a novel investigational device intended to repair the defective valve experienced significant improvements in blood flow through the heart and in quality of life at one year, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 71st Annual Scientific Session.

5 Apr 2022

Barriers to comprehensive abortion education in UK medical schools

UK medical students are missing out on comprehensive abortion care education, amid highly variable curriculum provision and multiple barriers to effective teaching cited by their educators, finds research published online in BMJ Sexual & Reproductive Health.

5 Apr 2022

More than a quarter of participants contaminated salad with raw poultry in a food safety study

In a study aimed at assessing the impact of washing poultry on kitchen contamination, researchers found that more than a quarter of study participants contaminated salad with raw poultry – including many study participants who did not wash the poultry.

5 Apr 2022

International report offers recommendations to reduce school-related sedentary behavior in children

An international report with recommendations designed to counteract school-related sedentary behaviour in children and youth, exacerbated by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, has been released by the Sedentary Behaviour Research Network (SBRN), in partnership with the University of Prince Edward Island and the CHEO Research Institute.

5 Apr 2022

Education News and Research

Researchers develop novel device to “cleanse” the blood of chemotherapeutic drugs

Cryo-EM imaging of a key immune protein reveals previously unrecognized binding site

Study captures the immune effect of COVID-19 vaccine in patients with multiple myeloma

Virtual reality psychological therapy shown to work well for patients with mental health problems

Paternal use of diabetes drug associated with genital birth defects in boys

Study provides key insights into the spread of Rocky Mountain spotted fever

Discovery could lead to new treatments for schistosomiasis

IU researchers aim to develop a tool for predicting lead exposure risk

Healthcare experts develop new health-related quality of life instrument

Powerful testimonial videos address vaccine hesitancy among new and expectant mothers

UGA researchers track chatbot use for public health response activities during the pandemic

Novel transcatheter repair system for tricuspid regurgitation shows promising results at one year

Barriers to comprehensive abortion education in UK medical schools

More than a quarter of participants contaminated salad with raw poultry in a food safety study

International report offers recommendations to reduce school-related sedentary behavior in children

Explanatory AI system enables more accurate diagnosis of fetal congenital heart disease

ACA sign-ups for low-income people roll out amid brokers’ concerns about losing their cut

Improving our understanding of a severe pregnancy sickness (Hyperemesis Gravidarum)

New U.S. COVID mortality data by occupation

Removing the smallest of kidney stone fragments during endoscopy using a hydrogel

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