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Expanded Child Tax Credit did not lead to employment declines, analysis shows

An analysis of Census Pulse Survey data from the Social Policy Institute at Washington University in St. Louis shows that the expanded Child Tax Credit (CTC) did not cause an exit from the labor force.

3 Feb 2022

Telehealth may be a supplement, not a replacement to in-person health-care visits

With the pandemic, there has been a rise in the use of virtual appointments for patients seeking health care. A new study by Tufts researchers, however, suggests that for many older and chronically ill patients, telehealth appointments may be most effective when they augment in-person health-care visits rather than fully replace them.

3 Feb 2022

KHN’s ‘What the Health?’: Paging the HHS Secretary

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is becoming a target for both Democrats and Republicans over what they call a lack of coordination of covid efforts within his department.

3 Feb 2022

CDC report underscores the need to address social determinants that contribute to HIV disparities in the U.S.

Despite overall progress in reducing HIV transmission in the United States, HIV continues to affect some groups more than others due to longstanding and ingrained barriers.

3 Feb 2022

Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine given regulatory approval By MHRA

Nuvaxovid, the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax, has today been given regulatory approval by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

3 Feb 2022

UVA Health receives federal grant to expand the program for battling burnout among healthcare providers

UVA Health has received $2.14 million in federal support to expand its nationally lauded program that is battling burnout among healthcare providers and helping them cope with the exhaustion caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

3 Feb 2022

Aerobic exercise can be a remedy for relieving dry, itchy eyes

A team led by researchers from the University of Waterloo discovered that a significant increase in tear secretion and tear film stability after participating in aerobic exercise can be another remedy for relieving dry, itchy eyes.

3 Feb 2022

Researchers analyze people's primary motivations and trust in robot-assisted surgery

The implementation of robotics in various aspects of life is becoming increasingly widespread, but nevertheless leads to conflicting opinions.

3 Feb 2022

Study results strongly support COVID mRNA vaccine boosters for nursing home residents

Researchers evaluate the vaccine effectiveness of mRNA booster dose in nursing home residents who completed the primary series of mRNA vaccination.

2 Feb 2022

NIAID's new pandemic preparedness efforts aim to characterize prototype and priority pathogens

As the global COVID-19 pandemic continues into its third year, the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, is focusing on preparing for a range of other viral threats that could cause a public health emergency.

2 Feb 2022

New tool could help detect geographical hotspots for mental health problems caused by COVID

A new proof of concept tool that allows the tracking and location of people’s emotions and stresses on social media in real-time has been proposed.

2 Feb 2022

ESHRE publishes new guideline on the diagnosis, treatment of endometriosis

A new guideline on the diagnosis, treatment and management of endometriosis has been published today (Wednesday) by the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology ESHRE).

2 Feb 2022

COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy may be associated with traumatic events in childhood

Reluctance or refusal to get jabbed against COVID-19 infection (vaccine hesitancy), may be linked to traumatic events in childhood, such as neglect, domestic violence or substance misuse in the family home, suggests research published in the open access journal BMJ Open.

2 Feb 2022

America's system of care fails to meet the needs of traumatic brain injury survivors, say experts

Every year, nearly 5 million Americans are evaluated for traumatic brain injury in emergency departments across the country.

2 Feb 2022

Pictorial warnings could be a promising option to reduce purchases of sugary drinks for children

Purchases of sugary drinks could be reduced by pictorial health warnings, reports research publishing February 1st in the open access journal PLOS Medicine.

1 Feb 2022

Study finds disparities in COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and uptake among racial, ethnic minorities

People from racial and ethnic minorities in the United States and the United Kingdom were up to three times as likely to report being unsure or unwilling to get a COVID-19 vaccine during the initial vaccine rollout compared to white participants, found a study published in Nature Communications.

1 Feb 2022

Final push needed to achieve full eradication of Guinea worm disease

The number of human cases of Guinea worm disease halved in 2021 to a record low of 14, putting the goal of global eradication in sight, the US-based Carter Center has announced.

1 Feb 2022

ESMO announces evidence-based methodology to support equitable access to cancer services

In anticipation of World Cancer Day and its campaign to "Close the Care Gap", ESMO announces a methodology designed to empower governments and other cancer stakeholders globally to make efficient spending decisions that support equitable access to cancer services within their populations.

1 Feb 2022

Stigma around birth defects still plagues people in Africa

Cynthia Solomon, a 45-year-old businesswoman in Nigeria, started having issues in her matrimonial home when she gave birth to two children with Down syndrome.

1 Feb 2022

CDC releases new materials for healthcare professionals as part of the Hear Her campaign

CDC released a new webpage and suite of materials for healthcare professionals as part of the Hear Her campaign, which aims to reduce pregnancy-related deaths.

1 Feb 2022

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Expanded Child Tax Credit did not lead to employment declines, analysis shows

Telehealth may be a supplement, not a replacement to in-person health-care visits

KHN’s ‘What the Health?’: Paging the HHS Secretary

CDC report underscores the need to address social determinants that contribute to HIV disparities in the U.S.

Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine given regulatory approval By MHRA

UVA Health receives federal grant to expand the program for battling burnout among healthcare providers

Aerobic exercise can be a remedy for relieving dry, itchy eyes

Researchers analyze people's primary motivations and trust in robot-assisted surgery

Study results strongly support COVID mRNA vaccine boosters for nursing home residents

NIAID's new pandemic preparedness efforts aim to characterize prototype and priority pathogens

New tool could help detect geographical hotspots for mental health problems caused by COVID

ESHRE publishes new guideline on the diagnosis, treatment of endometriosis

COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy may be associated with traumatic events in childhood

America's system of care fails to meet the needs of traumatic brain injury survivors, say experts

Pictorial warnings could be a promising option to reduce purchases of sugary drinks for children

Study finds disparities in COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and uptake among racial, ethnic minorities

Final push needed to achieve full eradication of Guinea worm disease

ESMO announces evidence-based methodology to support equitable access to cancer services

Stigma around birth defects still plagues people in Africa

CDC releases new materials for healthcare professionals as part of the Hear Her campaign

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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