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New technique effectively identifies residual tumor tissue during breast-conserving surgery

A new technique designed to allow surgeons to identify and remove residual tumor tissue during breast-conserving surgery showed promising results in a multi-center trial led by investigators from the Mass General Cancer Center, a member of Mass General Brigham.

3 May 2023

Intensive blood pressure control linked to lower risk of left ventricular conduction disease

Heart conduction disorders can often lead to serious or fatal complications including complete heart block or heart failure.

3 May 2023

Bariatric surgery can help improve clinical outcomes for patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

Researchers at West Virginia University have uncovered critical data showing bariatric surgery as a treatment method for patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease has a significant impact on improving clinical outcomes.

3 May 2023

Study examines the effects of low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets on mortality in middle-aged, older adults

Short-terms clinical trials have demonstrated the health benefits of low-carbohydrate diets (LCDs) and low-fat diets (LFDs) for weight loss and heart protection.

3 May 2023

Long term treatment with beta blockers may not be warranted in patients who don’t have heart failure

The accepted clinical practice of using beta blockers over the long term to curb the risk of further heart attacks or death doesn't seem to be warranted in patients who don't have heart failure, suggests a large study published in the journal Heart.

3 May 2023

Genomic study helps develop mRNA vaccine candidate against dengue virus

Researchers in India say that data from a detailed genomic study of the dengue virus has helped them develop an mRNA (messenger RNA) vaccine candidate capable of neutralizing all four strains of the pathogen.

3 May 2023

Asian population health study finds link between visceral fat and poorer cognitive performance

Scientists from the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have found that Asians with an excess amount of visceral fat tend to have a poorer ability to think, learn, and remember.

3 May 2023

Skipping meals and taking prescription diet pills associated with minimal weight loss, study finds

A new study analyzing data on over 20,000 U.S. adults links a healthier diet and increased exercise to weight loss that reduces heart disease risk – while associating skipping meals and taking prescription diet pills with minimal weight loss, weight maintenance or weight gain.

3 May 2023

Swedish research offers insights to improve the treatment of type 2 diabetes in India

Researchers at Lund University have shown that diabetes can be divided into five subgroups, and that there are genetic differences between the four subgroups relating to type 2 diabetes.

3 May 2023

Is there an association between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep with well-being in older adults?

Researchers described 24-hour behaviors and their relationship with mental well-being in older adults.

3 May 2023

A scientific statement from the American Heart and Stroke Association on the prevalence, diagnosis, and management of poststroke cognitive impairment

Researchers reviewed the incidence, prevalence, diagnosis, and management of post-stroke cognitive impairment.

3 May 2023

Primary arthroscopy provides positive long-term outcomes for young adults with borderline hip dysplasia

For young adults with borderline hip dysplasia (BHD), primary arthroscopy provides positive long-term outcomes, improving symptoms and function while avoiding the need for hip replacement surgery in most cases, reports a study in The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.

3 May 2023

Is it possible for the human brain to be activated by the dying process?

In the first 6 months after a stroke, is there an association between physical activity trajectories and functional recovery?

Researchers examined the association between physical activity in stroke patients and functional recovery.

3 May 2023

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New technique effectively identifies residual tumor tissue during breast-conserving surgery

Intensive blood pressure control linked to lower risk of left ventricular conduction disease

Bariatric surgery can help improve clinical outcomes for patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

Study examines the effects of low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets on mortality in middle-aged, older adults

Long term treatment with beta blockers may not be warranted in patients who don’t have heart failure

Genomic study helps develop mRNA vaccine candidate against dengue virus

Asian population health study finds link between visceral fat and poorer cognitive performance

Skipping meals and taking prescription diet pills associated with minimal weight loss, study finds

Swedish research offers insights to improve the treatment of type 2 diabetes in India

Is there an association between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep with well-being in older adults?

A scientific statement from the American Heart and Stroke Association on the prevalence, diagnosis, and management of poststroke cognitive impairment

Primary arthroscopy provides positive long-term outcomes for young adults with borderline hip dysplasia

Is it possible for the human brain to be activated by the dying process?

Sleep spindles may regulate anxiety in people with PTSD

Boxing could improve quality of life for Parkinson's patients

Does perceived weight impact the psychosocial well-being of diabetics?

Genetics can boost and complicate dementia risk linked to air pollution exposure

Study examines the reinfection of SARS-CoV-2 variants in children

What factors are associated with improved physical health and function during midlife among women?

In the first 6 months after a stroke, is there an association between physical activity trajectories and functional recovery?

Directed enzyme evolution and the Nobel Prize: Making enzymes evolve in the lab

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

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