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McLean Hospital partners with Rippl Care to address mental health needs of seniors with dementia

To address a crisis of unmet mental health needs among seniors with dementia and their family caregivers amid a shortage of mental health providers with expertise treating this population, McLean Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, has entered into an agreement to offer strategic advisory services and professional education to Rippl Care.

9 Oct 2023

Solriamfetol may be an effective alternative for managing ADHD in adults, trial shows

Although several medications are approved to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), some individuals experience limited benefits from the drugs or develop side effects from their use.

9 Oct 2023

Heart complications more likely in unvaccinated COVID-19 survivors, study finds

Unvaccinated people who have recovered from COVID-19 are at heightened risk of heart complications almost a year later, a national study led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and affiliated faculty has found.

9 Oct 2023

Study compares effects of antidepressants with running exercises for depression and overall health

The first study to compare effects of antidepressants with running exercises for anxiety, depression and overall health shows that they have about the same benefits for mental health – but a 16-week course of running over the same period scores higher in terms of physical health improvement, whereas antidepressants lead to a slightly worse physical condition, as has been suggested by previous studies.

9 Oct 2023

Unlocking the Future of Mental Health Research: An Exclusive Interview with the CEO of MQ Mental Health Research

An Exclusive Interview with the CEO of MQ Mental Health Research.

9 Oct 2023

International report paves way for precision diabetes medicine breakthrough

Precision medicine for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for Diabetes.

9 Oct 2023

Study: 60% of UK adults struggle to talk about health concerns with their doctors

Leading telehealth provider, Asda Online Doctor, conducted a nationwide survey to gauge public perceptions and usage of AI in relation to medical issues. The results revealed a concerning trend, with a staggering 60% of respondents admitting that they struggle to talk about their health concerns with doctors, and more than half do not turn to a doctor first when seeking medical advice.

9 Oct 2023

UK's first-of-its-kind total-body PET imaging platform could enhance quality and speed of drug discovery

A partnership between Medicines Discovery Catapult (MDC), the Medical Research Council (MRC) and Innovate UK will deliver scientific breakthroughs with the launch of the UK's first-of-its-kind national total-body positron emission tomography (PET) imaging platform for drug discovery

9 Oct 2023

COVID-19's ripple effect: South African TB diagnostics take a hit

COVID-19 disrupts TB diagnostic services in South Africa's primary health clinics, highlighting the need for robust systems resilient to future pandemics.

8 Oct 2023

Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir combo cuts COVID-19 risks for high-vulnerability groups

Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir treatment significantly reduces the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 in high-risk individuals, according to a recent JAMA Network Open study. However, the treatment's efficacy varied based on the degree of vulnerability, emphasizing tailored approaches for different risk groups.

8 Oct 2023

BGI Genomics and Colombian National Cancer Institute Collaborate to enhance cancer detection and prevention

On October 2, 2023, BGI Genomics signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Colombian National Cancer Institute (INC or Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia).

6 Oct 2023

Machine learning can simplify lung cancer screening process

Machine learning models to identify the simplest way to screen for lung cancer have been developed by researchers from UCL and the University of Cambridge, bringing personalized screening one step closer.

6 Oct 2023

Inhaled nitric oxide shows promise as treatment for COVID-19 respiratory failure

Inhaled nitric oxide gas widens blood vessels in the lungs and is used to treat severe cardio-pulmonary conditions in newborns and adults.

6 Oct 2023

What is the burnout rate among US physicians over the past 5 years?

Physician burnout is a major issue affecting the quality and availability of healthcare in the US. The rising rate of this problem spurred a recent study aimed at identifying its roots.

6 Oct 2023

Mothers of color can’t see if providers have a history of mistreatment. Why not?

When Selam Solomon Caldwell and her husband learned she was pregnant last year, the stakes for finding the right OB-GYN felt high.

6 Oct 2023

Study highlights racial and ethnic disparities in disability among older adults

Roughly 40% of older Black adults live with a disability, compared to only one-third of older adults overall.

5 Oct 2023

USC-led team develops vaccine to boost immune system against superbugs

What if a vaccine, given to patients just before or after arriving at the hospital, could protect them against lethal superbugs that lurk in healthcare settings?

5 Oct 2023

How is TikTok's #Ozempic trend impacting diabetes patients?

A recent study analyzed TikTok videos with the hashtag "Ozempic," highlighting the platform's influence on promoting the weight loss drug. The surge in popularity resulted in medication shortages for diabetes patients, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring and collaboration among health professionals and social media platforms.

5 Oct 2023

New analysis looks at rates of opioid prescribing to US adolescents

A new analysis reveals that rates of opioid prescribing to US adolescents have decreased in recent years, primarily limited to non-surgery indications. Opioid prescription rates for surgery have remained stable.

5 Oct 2023

Researchers identify new potential treatments for children with rare genetic conditions of blood vessels

A research team at the Francis Crick Institute and Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH)/UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health have identified new potential treatments for children with rare genetic conditions of blood vessels, which cause severe, lifelong, and disabling symptoms like seizures and impaired development.

5 Oct 2023

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McLean Hospital partners with Rippl Care to address mental health needs of seniors with dementia

Solriamfetol may be an effective alternative for managing ADHD in adults, trial shows

Heart complications more likely in unvaccinated COVID-19 survivors, study finds

Study compares effects of antidepressants with running exercises for depression and overall health

Unlocking the Future of Mental Health Research: An Exclusive Interview with the CEO of MQ Mental Health Research

International report paves way for precision diabetes medicine breakthrough

Study: 60% of UK adults struggle to talk about health concerns with their doctors

UK's first-of-its-kind total-body PET imaging platform could enhance quality and speed of drug discovery

COVID-19's ripple effect: South African TB diagnostics take a hit

Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir combo cuts COVID-19 risks for high-vulnerability groups

BGI Genomics and Colombian National Cancer Institute Collaborate to enhance cancer detection and prevention

Machine learning can simplify lung cancer screening process

Inhaled nitric oxide shows promise as treatment for COVID-19 respiratory failure

What is the burnout rate among US physicians over the past 5 years?

Mothers of color can’t see if providers have a history of mistreatment. Why not?

Study highlights racial and ethnic disparities in disability among older adults

USC-led team develops vaccine to boost immune system against superbugs

How is TikTok's #Ozempic trend impacting diabetes patients?

New analysis looks at rates of opioid prescribing to US adolescents

Researchers identify new potential treatments for children with rare genetic conditions of blood vessels

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