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Synthetic tissue repairs injuries and restores normal erectile function in pig model

Scientists have developed a synthetic tissue that repairs injuries and restores normal erectile function in a pig model, in a study publishing January 4 in the journal Matter.

4 Jan 2023

Dietary supplement can reverse the signs of heart disease in a subset of patients

When we were little, our parents told us to take our vitamins so we could grow big and strong. Now, researchers from Japan find that one particular supplement may even fix a broken heart.

4 Jan 2023

Over £17 million funding to support children affected by domestic abuse

The funding will develop early intervention strategies to prevent violence against women and girls, the Safeguarding Minister announced today [4 January].

4 Jan 2023

Old antibiotic nitroxoline suggested as a treatment for MPOX

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* server, researchers in Germany investigated the effectiveness of the antibiotic nitroxoline against the currently circulating mpox viruses, previously called monkeypox virus (MPXV). This antibiotic has been used in Europe for about fifty years and has been proven effective in fighting biofilm infections.

3 Jan 2023

Cardiac MRI of individuals with acute or post-acute COVID-19

In a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Ultrasound, researchers in Italy reported cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) findings in individuals with myocarditis-like syndrome during the acute phase of SARS-CoV-2 infection (AMCovS) and post-acute phase (cPACS).

3 Jan 2023

COVID-19 vaccine safe for children who have had MIS-C

A study of children and adolescents who received a COVID-19 vaccination following multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) found that there were no reports of serious complications including myocarditis or MIS-C reoccurrence.

3 Jan 2023

Study suggests a single dose of JYNNEOS vaccine may lessen the severity of mpox illness

Researchers pursued evidence that the JYNNEOS vaccine offered some protection against the mpox disease, especially they confirmed the duration for which the one dose of this vaccine conferred protection.

3 Jan 2023

How can we characterize the burden of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 in the community?

Researchers characterized the burden of post-acute sequelae of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) [PASC] in community-dwelling individuals.

3 Jan 2023

Weighing risks of a major surgery: 7 questions older Americans should ask their surgeon

Larry McMahon, who turns 80 this month, is weighing whether to undergo a major surgery. Over the past five years, his back pain has intensified. Physical therapy, muscle relaxants, and injections aren't offering relief.

3 Jan 2023

Underlying genetic cause for MIS-C complications after COVID-19 identified

A recent Science journal study determined the underlying cause of MIS-C related to SARS-CoV-2 in some children. It hypothesized that monogenic inborn errors of immunity (IEI) is the primary reason for this condition. Identifying these inborn errors is expected to help elucidate the disease's cellular, molecular, and immunological basis.

2 Jan 2023

Mouse study identifies potential targets for treating dry eye disease and corneal injury

People with a condition known as dry eye disease are more likely than those with healthy eyes to suffer injuries to their corneas.

2 Jan 2023

What are the long-term consequences following COVID-19 and other viral respiratory infections?

Researchers compared coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-specific long-term consequences to other viral respiratory infections.

29 Dec 2022

NCI-led clinical trial results in the first approval of a treatment for advanced alveolar soft part sarcoma

A clinical trial led by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health, has resulted in the first approval of a treatment for advanced alveolar soft part sarcoma (ASPS).

28 Dec 2022

Targeting Piezo2 could provide new avenue for treating chronic pain related to gastrointestinal disorders

Targeting a receptor responsible for our sense of touch and temperature, which researchers have now found to be present in our colon, could provide a new avenue for treating chronic pain associated with gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome.

23 Dec 2022

Study compares two non-invasive interventions for spine pain on disability and health care spending

Pain in the back or the neck is extremely common and accounts for more healthcare spending than any other health condition.

23 Dec 2022

Mice study sheds light on how the brain's primary motor cortex helps suppress neuropathic pain

A new study in mice has helped illuminate how the brain's primary motor cortex (M1) – a brain region most commonly associated with control of motor functions – helps suppress dimensions of neuropathic pain.

22 Dec 2022

Survivors of gangs and gun violence, these women now help others navigate grief

When April Roby-Bell joined the Gangster Disciples in middle school, the street gang treated her like family when she felt abandoned by her own. She was looking for love, acceptance, and stability.

22 Dec 2022

Study could pave the way for new drug to treat hand osteoarthritis

A new study, published in Science Translational Medicine by researchers at the University of Oxford has identified that Talarozole, a drug that is known to increase retinoic acid, was able to prevent osteoarthritis (OA) in disease models.

22 Dec 2022

Sotorasib achieves meaningful anticancer activity in patients with KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic pancreatic cancer

In the Phase I/II CodeBreaK 100 trial, the KRAS G12C inhibitor sotorasib achieved meaningful anticancer activity with an acceptable safety profile in heavily pretreated patients with KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic pancreatic cancer, according to researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

21 Dec 2022

Migrant and nonmigrant women report gaps in overall quality of maternal and newborn care

A recent study examines how obstetric healthcare services differed between women considered to be natives of Europe as compared to migrants.

21 Dec 2022

Pain News and Research

Latest Pain News and Research

Synthetic tissue repairs injuries and restores normal erectile function in pig model

Dietary supplement can reverse the signs of heart disease in a subset of patients

Over £17 million funding to support children affected by domestic abuse

Old antibiotic nitroxoline suggested as a treatment for MPOX

Cardiac MRI of individuals with acute or post-acute COVID-19

COVID-19 vaccine safe for children who have had MIS-C

Study suggests a single dose of JYNNEOS vaccine may lessen the severity of mpox illness

How can we characterize the burden of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 in the community?

Weighing risks of a major surgery: 7 questions older Americans should ask their surgeon

Underlying genetic cause for MIS-C complications after COVID-19 identified

Mouse study identifies potential targets for treating dry eye disease and corneal injury

What are the long-term consequences following COVID-19 and other viral respiratory infections?

NCI-led clinical trial results in the first approval of a treatment for advanced alveolar soft part sarcoma

Targeting Piezo2 could provide new avenue for treating chronic pain related to gastrointestinal disorders

Study compares two non-invasive interventions for spine pain on disability and health care spending

Mice study sheds light on how the brain's primary motor cortex helps suppress neuropathic pain

Survivors of gangs and gun violence, these women now help others navigate grief

Study could pave the way for new drug to treat hand osteoarthritis

Sotorasib achieves meaningful anticancer activity in patients with KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic pancreatic cancer

Migrant and nonmigrant women report gaps in overall quality of maternal and newborn care

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