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C-section overuse in Mexico driven by hospital specializations and obesity

Cesarean section (C-section) procedures have increased dramatically around the world in the recent decades.

20 Nov 2023

Novel saliva substitute offers long-lasting relief for dry mouth

A novel aqueous lubricant technology designed to help people who suffer from a dry mouth is between four and five times more effective than existing commercially available products, according to laboratory tests.

20 Nov 2023

BGI Genomics report uncovers knowledge gaps and barriers to thalassemia screening

According to Thailand's Ministry of Public Health, approximately 18-24 million or 30-40 percent of the Thai population carries the thalassemia gene, with moderately severe thalassemia patients requiring regular treatment, including blood transfusion and chelation therapy to remove excess iron from the blood.

20 Nov 2023

Gambling addiction linked to increased risk of long-term sick leave

Gambling addiction can increase the risk of long-term sick leave for several years, according to a new study published in Psychological Medicine.

20 Nov 2023

Academic medical centers may help mitigate structural racism in cardiovascular care for Black women

Investigators from the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center in the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai have found that among a cohort of women with obstructive coronary artery disease treated at academic medical centers, racial and ethnic disparities did not impact their long-term outcomes.

20 Nov 2023

MHRA extends the license of two cystic fibrosis drugs for children aged two to five years old

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today (15 November 2023) extended the licence of the cystic fibrosis medicines Kaftrio (ivacaftor, tezacaftor and elexacaftor) and Kalydeco (ivacaftor) for children aged two to five years old.

20 Nov 2023

Loughborough University to deliver patient safety course to hundreds of NHS professionals

Loughborough University is collaborating with NHS England to deliver learning to hundreds of healthcare professionals in a bid to improve patient safety.

20 Nov 2023

Antibiotic use in EU rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, challenges 2030 reduction goal

The study reveals a post-pandemic rebound in antibiotic use across the EU/EEA, with 2022 levels returning to pre-COVID rates, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to meet antibiotic reduction goals by 2030.

19 Nov 2023

Antibiotic consumption in Europe rebounds to pre-pandemic levels

This year's European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) focuses on the targets outlined in the 2023 Council Recommendation to step up efforts in the European Union (EU) against antimicrobial resistance in a One Health approach.

17 Nov 2023

Experts shed light on how autism affects the diagnosis, treatment of epilepsy and vice versa

Compared with the general population, epilepsy is more common in people with autism - and autism is more common in people with epilepsy. How can autism affect the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy, and vice versa? Joy Mazur spoke to Dr. Colin Reilly and Dr. Stéphane Auvin.

17 Nov 2023

New report highlights urgent need to improve thalassemia awareness among Azerbaijan women

5.2% of the global population carry hemoglobin abnormalities, resulting in 300,000 to 400,000 children born with severe hemoglobinopathies annually.

17 Nov 2023

Consumption of UPFs increases the risk of cancer and cardiometabolic multimorbidity

The association between UPF consumption and cancer, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes.

17 Nov 2023

UTS researcher tests new handheld device for rapidly and accurately identifying drug specimens

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Centre for Forensic Science PhD candidate Harry Fursman is working on two fronts to prevent harm to people who use drugs: He is testing a new handheld device for rapidly and accurately identifying drug specimens and conducting ongoing chemical analysis of used syringes.

16 Nov 2023

Study finds growing divide in Swedish healthcare utilization by income

Swedish people with the lowest incomes utilize primary and outpatient care on par with those with the highest incomes despite having significantly higher mortality rates, according to a new study published November 16th in the open access journal PLOS Medicine by Pär Flodin of Karolinska Institutet, Sweden, and colleagues.

16 Nov 2023

Diabetes linked to higher colorectal cancer risk in low-income African-Americans, study shows

JAMA Network Open study finds that diabetes increases colorectal cancer risk among low-income African-American individuals, with stronger associations observed in women, smokers, and those recently diagnosed, suggesting that glycemic control and colonoscopy screenings could mitigate risk.

16 Nov 2023

Study highlights variable use and rising costs of antivirals in treating pediatric influenza in the U.S.

The Pediatrics study analyzes trends in antiviral usage among U.S. children and adolescents with influenza, revealing significant variations in dispensing rates and costs, and low usage among children under six years, emphasizing the need for improved treatment strategies.

16 Nov 2023

Study suggests optimal blood pressure targets for Asian adults with type 2 diabetes

Keeping blood pressure in check could save lives among Asian adults with type 2 diabetes, suggests a sizable new study of more than 80,000 patients in Singapore. But how low should it go?

16 Nov 2023

Grand Challenges Canada funding supports market introduction of dapivirine vaginal ring in Southern and East Africa

IPM South Africa NPC, an affiliate of the Population Council, has been issued a 15-month Transition to Scale Phase 2 award from Grand Challenges Canada to support the market introduction of the dapivirine vaginal ring (DapiRing) for women in Southern and East Africa.

16 Nov 2023

Gene splicing determines CD20 levels and response to monoclonal antibody therapy

Immunotherapies that target the CD20 antigen have revolutionized how patients with a variety of blood cancers and hematologic disorders have been treated.

16 Nov 2023

American Heart Association commits to equity in cardiovascular health outcomes

Disparities in health care persist, with Hispanic and Black adults reporting less satisfaction with their interactions with physicians, leading to poorer quality of care and health outcomes.

16 Nov 2023

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Latest Healthcare News and Research

C-section overuse in Mexico driven by hospital specializations and obesity

Novel saliva substitute offers long-lasting relief for dry mouth

BGI Genomics report uncovers knowledge gaps and barriers to thalassemia screening

Gambling addiction linked to increased risk of long-term sick leave

Academic medical centers may help mitigate structural racism in cardiovascular care for Black women

MHRA extends the license of two cystic fibrosis drugs for children aged two to five years old

Loughborough University to deliver patient safety course to hundreds of NHS professionals

Antibiotic use in EU rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, challenges 2030 reduction goal

Antibiotic consumption in Europe rebounds to pre-pandemic levels

Experts shed light on how autism affects the diagnosis, treatment of epilepsy and vice versa

New report highlights urgent need to improve thalassemia awareness among Azerbaijan women

Consumption of UPFs increases the risk of cancer and cardiometabolic multimorbidity

UTS researcher tests new handheld device for rapidly and accurately identifying drug specimens

Study finds growing divide in Swedish healthcare utilization by income

Diabetes linked to higher colorectal cancer risk in low-income African-Americans, study shows

Study highlights variable use and rising costs of antivirals in treating pediatric influenza in the U.S.

Study suggests optimal blood pressure targets for Asian adults with type 2 diabetes

Grand Challenges Canada funding supports market introduction of dapivirine vaginal ring in Southern and East Africa

Gene splicing determines CD20 levels and response to monoclonal antibody therapy

American Heart Association commits to equity in cardiovascular health outcomes

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