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How does COVID-19 rebound after Paxlovid treatment differ between the BA.5 and BA.2.12.1 subvariants?

Scientists analyzed the differences between SARS-CoV-2 rebound associated with the Omicron BA.2.12.1 and BA.5 sublineages post-Paxlovid therapy in the United States.

9 Aug 2022

Post-COVID-19 symptoms may occur in one of eight SARS-CoV-2-infected individuals

In a new study, researchers analyzed the nature, incidence, and severity of 23 COVID-19-related persistent symptoms in the Netherlands.

9 Aug 2022

How effective is tecovirimat as a treatment against monkeypox?

A new study evaluated the use of tecovirimat for monkeypox treatment during the current outbreak.

9 Aug 2022

Study assesses the prevalence of gender-diverse youth in a rural region in Appalachia

Gender-diverse youth are at an increased risk of suicide and depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But the prevalence of gender diversity is largely unknown - especially in rural areas, where studies of the topic are rare.

9 Aug 2022

Exercise program improves physical functioning among older adults with chronic kidney disease

This randomized trial recently published in the American Journal of Kidney Diseases (AJKD) found that a 12- month program of in-center aerobic and resistance exercise program improved physical functioning among adults 55 years and older with CKD stages G3b-4 and a high level of medical comorbidities.

8 Aug 2022

New enzyme-based biosensor may aid in rapid disease screening and metabolism assessment

Scientists from the Tokyo Medical and Dental University\ introduce an easy method for manufacturing biosensors made from electrospun polymers.

8 Aug 2022

CDC identifies bacteria that cause rare melioidosis in domestic environmental samples

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified for the first time in domestic environmental samples the bacteria that causes a rare and serious disease called melioidosis.

8 Aug 2022

Sauna together with exercise is a viable preemptive combination for lowering cardiovascular disease risk

Eight weeks of regular sauna bathing and exercise was found to be superior to regular exercise alone for the improvement of three major cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in the general population.

8 Aug 2022

Gait analysis in animals: Treadmill versus non treadmill system

This interview will look into talking about different systems used for analyzing gait in animals, in treadmill versus non-treadmill systems.

From Noldus Information Technology 8 Aug 2022

Sustainable Science; What does the future look like?

We speak to Ali Safavi, CEO and Founder of Grenova about sustainable science, the impact life sciences research is having on our planet, and the solutions they offer for laboratories to help reduce their plastic waste.

From Grenova 8 Aug 2022

Assessing immunization capacity of vaccine platforms with DNA origami harboring SARS-CoV-2 receptor binding domain

Researchers demonstrated that vaccine frameworks containing deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) origami possessing SARS-CoV-2 receptor-binding domain induce strong protective immunity.

8 Aug 2022

BCG vaccine produces a "trained immunity response" which lasts more than a year

The immune boosting benefits of a tuberculosis vaccine can be seen in infants more than one year after vaccination, according to a new study.

8 Aug 2022

Wrist-wearable devices more cost-effective than electrocardiograms and pulse palpation for atrial fibrillation screening

Screening individuals for atrial fibrillation (AF) using wearable devices is more cost-effective than screening using conventional methods such as 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) and pulse palpation, or than no screening at all, researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have found.

8 Aug 2022

Study finds COVID associated with abnormal placental pathologies in nearly 50% of cohort

Researchers describe the impact of placental morphological changes in COVID-19 on pregnancy outcomes.

7 Aug 2022

French study on cardiovascular disease incidence during COVID pandemic and vaccination campaign

Researchers describe failures of the French healthcare system as reflected by increased hospitalizations due to certain acute cardiovascular diseases in 2021.

7 Aug 2022

Study reports the effects of gender and age on both 'state' and 'trait' fatigue

To study the relationship between age and fatigue, Kessler Foundation researchers conducted a novel study using neuroimaging and self-report data.

5 Aug 2022

Tibbiyah-BGI Almanahil JV will provide highly specialized clinical laboratory testing services

Arabian International Healthcare Holding Company ("Tibbiyah"), a leading integrated healthcare solutions provider in Saudi Arabia, today announced a definitive Joint Venture Agreement with BGI Almanahil Health for Medical Services, a subsidiary company of BGI Health (HK) Co., Ltd, in the formation and operation of a limited liability company to be called Saudi Advanced Medical Lab LIMITED ("SAMLL") in Saudi Arabia.

5 Aug 2022

Studying wellbeing science could benefit university students’ own wellbeing

Studying wellbeing science as part of their courses could be a key way of improving how today's students cope with the barrage of stressors they face, according to research.

5 Aug 2022

Digital support tool helps reduce alcohol intake

A digital support tool on your phone can help if you want to reduce your alcohol consumption. This has been shown in a study by researchers at Linköping University. They have developed and evaluated a digital tool which helps individuals reduce their alcohol intake on their own.

5 Aug 2022

Experts analyze the nature, prevalence, and severity of long-term symptoms related to COVID-19

One in eight adults (12.7%) who are infected with SARS-CoV-2 experience long term symptoms due to COVID-19, suggests a large Dutch study published in The Lancet.

5 Aug 2022

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Latest Healthcare News and Research

How does COVID-19 rebound after Paxlovid treatment differ between the BA.5 and BA.2.12.1 subvariants?

Post-COVID-19 symptoms may occur in one of eight SARS-CoV-2-infected individuals

How effective is tecovirimat as a treatment against monkeypox?

Study assesses the prevalence of gender-diverse youth in a rural region in Appalachia

Exercise program improves physical functioning among older adults with chronic kidney disease

New enzyme-based biosensor may aid in rapid disease screening and metabolism assessment

CDC identifies bacteria that cause rare melioidosis in domestic environmental samples

Sauna together with exercise is a viable preemptive combination for lowering cardiovascular disease risk

Gait analysis in animals: Treadmill versus non treadmill system

Sustainable Science; What does the future look like?

Assessing immunization capacity of vaccine platforms with DNA origami harboring SARS-CoV-2 receptor binding domain

BCG vaccine produces a "trained immunity response" which lasts more than a year

Wrist-wearable devices more cost-effective than electrocardiograms and pulse palpation for atrial fibrillation screening

Study finds COVID associated with abnormal placental pathologies in nearly 50% of cohort

French study on cardiovascular disease incidence during COVID pandemic and vaccination campaign

Study reports the effects of gender and age on both 'state' and 'trait' fatigue

Tibbiyah-BGI Almanahil JV will provide highly specialized clinical laboratory testing services

Studying wellbeing science could benefit university students’ own wellbeing

Digital support tool helps reduce alcohol intake

Experts analyze the nature, prevalence, and severity of long-term symptoms related to COVID-19

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