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CDC reports on vaccine effectiveness of bivalent COVID-19 vaccine among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated adults aged ≥65 years in 2022-23

CDC reported how coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mortality rates varied among unvaccinated and vaccinated adults aged ≥65 years.

19 Jun 2023

Could mutated blood cells hold the key to lower Alzheimer's risk?

Researchers tested whether clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP) status was associated with Alzheimer's disease.

19 Jun 2023

‘Break the Silence’ campaign urges British fathers to discuss men's health issues with their sons

Men are often reluctant to talk about health matters, and that’s certainly true according to new research by GenesisCare, which reveals that nearly half (49%) of fathers admit they steer clear of talking about men’s health issues with their sons - because they don’t want to scare them (19%).

19 Jun 2023

AIHW report: Sports injury hospitalizations bounce back to pre-pandemic trends

In 2020-21, 66,500 Australians were admitted to hospital for injuries sustained while playing sport – an increase of 14,200 compared with the previous year, with the total number of injury hospitalizations largely in line with pre-COVID trends – according to a new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).

19 Jun 2023

New tele-robot with a ‘sense of touch’ gives clinicians the ability to ‘feel’ patients remotely

A first-of-its-kind robot which gives clinicians the ability to ‘feel’ patients remotely has been launched as part of a Finnish hospital pilot by deep tech robotics company Touchlab, a new tenant of the world-leading centre for robotics and artificial intelligence the National Robotarium.

19 Jun 2023

Heart Foundation urges men to adopt healthier habits to improve physical and mental wellbeing

The Heart Foundation is urging men to think more about their daily behavior during this year’s Men’s Health Week.

19 Jun 2023

AI chatbots in dermatology: Promising, but proceed with caution, says new study

Study finds AI chatbots in dermatology show promise in answering patient questions and simplifying medical jargon, but limitations in accuracy and knowledge highlight the need for cautious integration into clinical practice.

18 Jun 2023

University students experienced prolonged, high levels of psychological distress during the pandemic

Undergraduates at UK universities experienced prolonged and high levels of psychological distress and anxiety during the pandemic, according to a new study, tracking wellbeing over the course of 2020 to 2021.

18 Jun 2023

Exercise holds the key to improved physical function in older adults in residential care

Physical activity helps counter age-related physical decline in older adults, but its impact on those in residential care with functional dependency, multimorbidity, and polypharmacy remains uncertain. Study examines the effects of exercise interventions on physical function in this population.

18 Jun 2023

Individuals with AUD show psychomotor impairment when challenged with a very high alcohol dose

While heavy drinkers can tolerate a certain amount of alcohol better than light or moderate drinkers, the concept of "holding your liquor" is more nuanced than commonly believed, according to new research from the University of Chicago.

18 Jun 2023

Social isolation negatively impacts bone health in mice

Social isolation may negatively impact bone health, suggests a study conducted in mice being presented Sunday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.

18 Jun 2023

Commercially available tests to identify Candida auris susceptibility perform poorly

Matching an infection with Candida auris, a pathogenic yeast, to an effective antifungal is a critical clinical decision.

18 Jun 2023

Improving access to transgender-friendly health care can help decrease the burden on ERs

Transgender people who come to the emergency room for care tend to be sicker than cisgender people who are otherwise similar to them and are much more likely to be admitted to the hospital once they visit the ER, according to a study being presented Saturday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.

18 Jun 2023

Reform of EU pharmaceutical legislation: Improving access to innovative drugs at the national level

The European Commission's stated aim is to improve access to innovative drugs at the national level throughout the EU.

16 Jun 2023

MSU and Corewell Health researchers team up to study the health effects of lead poisoning

Researchers with Michigan State University and Corewell Health are partnering to study the health effects of lead poisoning in the Grand Rapids area where about one in 10 children has elevated lead levels in their blood, according to state data.

16 Jun 2023

Doctor lands in the doghouse after giving covid vaccine waivers too freely

A Tennessee doctor has lost his medical license for issuing covid-19 vaccine waivers to patients he never met in at least three states. One, it turned out, was a dog named Charlie Kraus.

16 Jun 2023

Creating sustainable health systems viable for the future in Europe

What could healthcare look like in 10, 20, or 30 years? What will be the future of healthcare? Will medical professionals make diagnoses with the aid of artificial intelligence? Will doctors use big data analytics to predict the course of diseases?

16 Jun 2023

Indoor concentrations of benzene from flames of gas stoves can be worse than secondhand smoke

A chemical linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers creeps into millions of homes whenever residents light their gas stoves.

16 Jun 2023

Endocrine Society's new Scientific Statement focuses on endocrine-related changes and aging

A new Scientific Statement released today by the Endocrine Society highlights the differences between aspects of aging that are normal and sometimes over-treated, and those such as menopausal symptoms and osteoporosis that can be treated and deserve more attention.

16 Jun 2023

Investigating the incidences and risks of rotavirus-associated extraintestinal complications in hospitalized children under 5

Researchers studied extraintestinal complications of rotavirus infections in children below the age of five.

16 Jun 2023

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CDC reports on vaccine effectiveness of bivalent COVID-19 vaccine among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated adults aged ≥65 years in 2022-23

Could mutated blood cells hold the key to lower Alzheimer's risk?

‘Break the Silence’ campaign urges British fathers to discuss men's health issues with their sons

AIHW report: Sports injury hospitalizations bounce back to pre-pandemic trends

New tele-robot with a ‘sense of touch’ gives clinicians the ability to ‘feel’ patients remotely

Heart Foundation urges men to adopt healthier habits to improve physical and mental wellbeing

AI chatbots in dermatology: Promising, but proceed with caution, says new study

University students experienced prolonged, high levels of psychological distress during the pandemic

Exercise holds the key to improved physical function in older adults in residential care

Individuals with AUD show psychomotor impairment when challenged with a very high alcohol dose

Social isolation negatively impacts bone health in mice

Commercially available tests to identify Candida auris susceptibility perform poorly

Improving access to transgender-friendly health care can help decrease the burden on ERs

Reform of EU pharmaceutical legislation: Improving access to innovative drugs at the national level

MSU and Corewell Health researchers team up to study the health effects of lead poisoning

Doctor lands in the doghouse after giving covid vaccine waivers too freely

Creating sustainable health systems viable for the future in Europe

Indoor concentrations of benzene from flames of gas stoves can be worse than secondhand smoke

Endocrine Society's new Scientific Statement focuses on endocrine-related changes and aging

Investigating the incidences and risks of rotavirus-associated extraintestinal complications in hospitalized children under 5

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