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Psychologists devise new intervention to address anxiety symptoms in bipolar disorder patients

Psychologists at Lancaster University have devised a novel psychological intervention to address Anxiety in Bipolar Disorder.

23 Jul 2018

Researchers aim to investigate what makes some individuals to 'keep going' in adversity

The ability to 'Keep Calm and Carry On' could explain why some people suffer less depression and anxiety when faced with adversity, research has discovered.

23 Jul 2018

Study: Many patients concerned about financial impact of cancer diagnosis and treatment

As treatment for early stage breast cancer becomes less extensive and more precise, a new concern is surfacing: Cancer takes an enormous toll financially on many people.

23 Jul 2018

'Financial toxicity' of cancer treatment not adequately addressed by doctors, reveals study

In addition to facing new concerns about their health, individuals who are diagnosed with cancer often worry about the financial burdens of treatment.

23 Jul 2018

Pfizer announces FDA approval of biosimilar to Neupogen

Pfizer Inc. today announced that the United States Food and Drug Administration has approved NIVESTYM (filgrastim-aafi), a biosimilar to Neupogen (filgrastim), for all eligible indications of the reference product.

23 Jul 2018

Study reports data on dementia prevalence in sexual minority older adults

The first dementia prevalence data from a large population of lesbian, gay and bisexual older adults was reported today at the 2018 Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Chicago.

23 Jul 2018

Study: Genes have no effect on consumption of total calories, carbohydrates, fat

Individualized dietary recommendations based on genetic information are currently a popular trend. A team at the Technical University of Munich has systematically analyzed scientific articles and reached the following conclusion: There is no clear evidence for the effect of genetic factors on the consumption of total calories, carbohydrates, and fat

23 Jul 2018

New clinical practice guidelines for more accurate evaluation of Alzheimer's disease

Despite more than two decades of advances in diagnostic criteria and technology, symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and Related Dementias too often go unrecognized or are misattributed, causing delays in appropriate diagnoses and care that are both harmful and costly.

23 Jul 2018

Using tendon transfer surgery to restore key functions in spinal cord injury patient

After suffering a severe cervical spinal cord injury from a bad fall at work, Scott McConnell had little function remaining in his hands and arms.

20 Jul 2018

Researchers study efficacy and safety of new treatment for OUD

Better delivery of medications to treat opioid use disorder is key to addressing the opioid crisis and helping the 2.6 million Americans affected by the disease.

20 Jul 2018

UC San Diego researchers awarded two grants for investigating stem cell-based therapies

The governing board of the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine unanimously approved this week two grants worth more than $2.2 million to University of California San Diego School of Medicine researchers investigating stem cell-based therapies for a rare genetic disorder that affects the heart and a chronic, progressive affliction of the lungs.

20 Jul 2018

Study examines effects of a two-day intermittent calorie restriction diet for patients with type 2 diabetes

A diet with calorie restriction two days per week was comparable to a diet with daily calorie restriction for glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes.

20 Jul 2018

Study: Greening vacant urban land reduces feelings of depression for surrounding residents

Greening vacant urban land significantly reduces feelings of depression and improves overall mental health for the surrounding residents, researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine and the School of Arts & Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania and other institutions show in a new randomized, controlled study published in JAMA Network Open.

20 Jul 2018

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Psychologists devise new intervention to address anxiety symptoms in bipolar disorder patients

Researchers aim to investigate what makes some individuals to 'keep going' in adversity

Study: Many patients concerned about financial impact of cancer diagnosis and treatment

'Financial toxicity' of cancer treatment not adequately addressed by doctors, reveals study

Pfizer announces FDA approval of biosimilar to Neupogen

Study reports data on dementia prevalence in sexual minority older adults

Study: Genes have no effect on consumption of total calories, carbohydrates, fat

New clinical practice guidelines for more accurate evaluation of Alzheimer's disease

Using tendon transfer surgery to restore key functions in spinal cord injury patient

Researchers study efficacy and safety of new treatment for OUD

UC San Diego researchers awarded two grants for investigating stem cell-based therapies

Study examines effects of a two-day intermittent calorie restriction diet for patients with type 2 diabetes

Study: Greening vacant urban land reduces feelings of depression for surrounding residents

Collaborative study to assess effects of exercise training for cognitive deficits in MS

FDA approves first drug for treatment of adult AML patients with specific genetic mutation

Study uncovers molecular key for delaying progression of multiple sclerosis

Sage launches new web-based tool that helps explore curated genomic analyses of Alzheimer's

ECU researchers develop world’s first blood test that detects melanoma in its early stages

EKF’s Quo-Lab POC HbA1c analyzer meets international quality targets for diabetes testing

AVITA Medical expands management team to support launch of RECELL device to treat burns

Advancing Menopause Care: Non-Hormonal Treatments for Vasomotor Symptoms

Building quality into drug development for safer, faster medicines

How Pulp Fixin Is Turning Paper into High-Performance Sustainable Labware

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