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Capillary blood microsampling could prove a breakthrough in SARS-CoV-2 serosurveillance

As COVID-19 seems to be making a comeback in many areas of the world, including Japan, a new study published on the preprint server medRxiv in October 2020 shows the relevance of microsamples of blood in serosurveillance of this disease.

15 Oct 2020

Certain live-attenuated vaccines can prevent severe complications of COVID-19

COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc globally, with over one million deaths to date. Yet what if an existing vaccine could make COVID-19 less deadly? A study just published put the theory to test, with promising results.

15 Oct 2020

New saliva tests can enable early detection and diagnosis of COVID-19, head & neck cancer

Summit Biolabs, Inc., an early-stage molecular diagnostics company specializing in saliva-based testing for COVID-19 and head & neck cancer, and the Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine (CCPM) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus announced today a broad strategic collaboration involving research, development and commercialization of saliva liquid-biopsy tests for early cancer detection and diagnosis of COVID-19 and other viral contagions.

15 Oct 2020

Pharmacist-led digital intervention associated with reduced rates of hazardous prescribing

A pharmacist-led, new digital intervention that improves patient safety when prescribing medication in general practice reduced rates of hazardous prescribing by more than 40 per cent, 12 months after it had been introduced to 43 GP practices in Salford, finds a new study.

14 Oct 2020

New research looks at the experiences of 'long Covid' sufferers

Some people who experienced a 'mild' infection of Covid-19 are suffering long-lasting symptoms months after contracting the virus,known as 'long Covid'.

14 Oct 2020

SHEA releases updated guidance for healthcare workers with HIV, hepatitis

In light of the low rate of transmission and advances in treatments for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV, the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America today released updated guidance for healthcare personnel living with these bloodborne pathogens based on the latest available science.

14 Oct 2020

National experts to discuss origins, impacts, and potential future of Affordable Care Act

This year marks both the 10th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and a pivotal moment for its future because of the national election and a pending Supreme Court case.

14 Oct 2020

Commitment to evidence-based clinical inquiry projects guides innovation and creativity during COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought opportunities for rapid innovation and creativity, as healthcare professionals seek ways to maintain high levels of care for patients and their families.

14 Oct 2020

"Pandemic politics" is causing assaults on science and the public health

COVID-19 is now the third leading cause of death in the United States only behind cardiovascular disease and cancer.

14 Oct 2020

Disparities among cardiovascular professionals continue to exist, shows study

Despite working for more than two decades to address underrepresentation of women in cardiology, disparities among cardiovascular professionals continue to exist.

14 Oct 2020

Study examines knowledge and use of Kegels that treat and prevent urinary incontinence

Kegels are underused to treat and prevent urinary incontinence, especially during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

14 Oct 2020

Researchers are developing a new class of compounds against various cancers

Researchers at The Wistar Institute and collaborators from the University of Notre Dame are developing anticancer compounds targeting a pathway of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress response implicated in the development of multiple myeloma (MM), chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and lymphoma.

14 Oct 2020

Severe morning sickness raises depression risk

Severe morning sickness increases the risk of depression both during and after pregnancy, new research has found.

13 Oct 2020

Salivary samples highly effective in detecting SARS-CoV-2

A team of scientists from the United States has found that oral salivary samples are less sensitive than nasal-oropharyngeal swabs for the detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) RNA

13 Oct 2020

Cancer patients who smoke more likely to quit with frequent, sustained telephone counseling

Recently diagnosed cancer patients who smoke are significantly more likely to quit and remain tobacco-free if they receive frequent and sustained telephone counseling, according to a new study led by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital.

13 Oct 2020

NYU scientists develop a method using holographic imaging to detect viruses, antibodies

A team of New York University scientists has developed a method using holographic imaging to detect both viruses and antibodies. The breakthrough has the potential to aid in medical diagnoses and, specifically, those related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

13 Oct 2020

Better sleep improves next-day mindfulness, finds study

Sleeping an extra 29 minutes each night can be the key to improving mindfulness, a critical resource that has benefits for daily well-being and work performance.

13 Oct 2020

PPE may account for low SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence in healthcare workers

A recent study published on the preprint server medRxiv in October 2020 shows that among healthcare workers, and especially among first responders, less than 1% and just over 5%, respectively, had antibodies to the virus.

13 Oct 2020

Sleep disorders common during COVID-19 pandemic

A recent study published on the preprint server medRxiv* in October 2020 reveals the significant prevalence of sleep abnormalities among the population in areas affected by COVID-19. This is likely to cause a heavy toll on mental and physical health if sustained over the long run.

13 Oct 2020

Proactive interventions associated with reduced healthcare utilization, costs for children with asthma

A new study looking at data from tens of thousands of children with asthma finds that several widely available interventions are associated with both reduced medical costs and a reduced likelihood that the children will need to visit an emergency room or stay in the hospital.

13 Oct 2020

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Latest Healthcare News and Research

Capillary blood microsampling could prove a breakthrough in SARS-CoV-2 serosurveillance

Certain live-attenuated vaccines can prevent severe complications of COVID-19

New saliva tests can enable early detection and diagnosis of COVID-19, head & neck cancer

Pharmacist-led digital intervention associated with reduced rates of hazardous prescribing

New research looks at the experiences of 'long Covid' sufferers

SHEA releases updated guidance for healthcare workers with HIV, hepatitis

National experts to discuss origins, impacts, and potential future of Affordable Care Act

Commitment to evidence-based clinical inquiry projects guides innovation and creativity during COVID-19

"Pandemic politics" is causing assaults on science and the public health

Disparities among cardiovascular professionals continue to exist, shows study

Study examines knowledge and use of Kegels that treat and prevent urinary incontinence

Researchers are developing a new class of compounds against various cancers

Severe morning sickness raises depression risk

Salivary samples highly effective in detecting SARS-CoV-2

Cancer patients who smoke more likely to quit with frequent, sustained telephone counseling

NYU scientists develop a method using holographic imaging to detect viruses, antibodies

Better sleep improves next-day mindfulness, finds study

PPE may account for low SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence in healthcare workers

Sleep disorders common during COVID-19 pandemic

Proactive interventions associated with reduced healthcare utilization, costs for children with asthma

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