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Study explores link between paternal mental health and behavioral, cognitive problems in children

While the role of mothers’ stress, anxiety and depression on children’s behavioral and cognitive development is well established, less is known about the connection between fathers’ mental health and children’s development.

6 Nov 2023

Cutting-edge 'precision medicine' shows great potential to improve diabetes care

Cutting-edge “precision medicine” has great potential to advance the diagnosis, treatment and ultimate prevention of different forms of diabetes, an international coalition of scientists reports in a sweeping assessment of the state of the field around the world.

6 Nov 2023

AIHW report: Extreme heat responsible for most weather-related injuries in Australia

The number of hospital admissions for injuries associated with extreme weather has increased over the past decade, according to a new report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).

6 Nov 2023

Bayer Digital Health UKI introduces new technology to help type 2 diabetes patients manage kidney health

Bayer Digital Healthcare UKI has today announced the launch of its first digital patient support package, My Kidney Assistant, designed to provide type 2 diabetes (T2D) patients with the information and resources to help monitor and improve their kidney health.

6 Nov 2023

AI-empowered system may accelerate laparoscopic surgery training

Trainee surgeons learning to conduct laparoscopic (or keyhole) surgery will soon be able to complete their training quicker thanks to an AI-empowered system being developed by researchers at the National Robotarium of Heriot-Watt University, in collaboration with the Dundee Institute for Healthcare Simulation of University of Dundee.

6 Nov 2023

Study shows the effects of oral contraceptive use on women’s brains

More than 150 million women worldwide use oral contraceptives. Combined OCs (COCs), made up of synthetic hormones, are the most common type. Sex hormones are known to modulate the brain network involved in fear processes.

6 Nov 2023

New exercise trial aims to improve quality of life for people with rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that can cause severe pain and swelling of the joints.

6 Nov 2023

Study probes the hidden impact of low-cal sweeteners on gut health

The research scrutinizes the impact of low- and non-calorie sweeteners on gut microbiota, suggesting potential links to glucose tolerance and insulin resistance, with varying results across studies indicating a need for more comprehensive research.

5 Nov 2023

Industry & academia combine to support synthesis of squaric acid monoamides as building blocks for drug discovery

Asynt have collaborated with Kingston University and Key Organics to develop an accessible new synthetic compound library.

From Asynt 5 Nov 2023

Kicking the habit: Oral microbiota bounces back five years after quitting smoking

Study finds that smoking reshapes the oral microbiome by favoring anaerobic bacteria, potentially contributing to health risks, yet the effects may reverse if smoking is ceased for over five years, restoring a microbiota similar to that of non-smokers.

5 Nov 2023

SSRIs show promise in easing post-COVID struggles, Dutch study reveals

Dutch study finds SSRIs significantly alleviate post-COVID syndrome symptoms, offering promising treatment avenues and shedding light on neurobiological mechanisms at play.

5 Nov 2023

State-by-state snapshot: Long-COVID's grip varies, with mental health in the crosshairs

Study shows 14% of Americans face long-COVID with variations across states and ethnicities, linking it to significant declines in physical and mental health.

5 Nov 2023

Avocado a day may keep diabetes at bay, suggests nutritional biomarker study

New research in The Journal of Nutrition links avocado consumption with lower diabetes risk, revealing specific metabolomic biomarkers that indicate potential for reduced fasting glucose and insulin levels.

5 Nov 2023

Avian flu decimates 5% of Peru's sea lions, sparking conservation alarm

Over 5,000 Peruvian sea lions, approximately 5% of Peru's population, succumbed to a mass mortality event linked to the avian influenza A(H5N1) virus, signaling an urgent need for research and conservation efforts to prevent further declines. The rapid spread of the virus among these colonially breeding mammals highlights potential risks of cross-species transmission and the necessity for heightened monitoring to avert new pandemics.

5 Nov 2023

Synthetic melanin nanoparticles boost wound healing and tissue repair in skin

In a recent study published in npj Regenerative Medicine, researchers discuss the ability of melanin nanoparticles to support wound recovery in mice. The effects at histological and gene levels were explored and confirmed on biomimetic models and human skin explants.

5 Nov 2023

Study exposes gaps in pediatric antibiotic effectiveness in Southeast Asia, calls for tailored treatments

A study in The Lancet Regional Health exposes significant gaps in the effectiveness of WHO-recommended antibiotic regimens for serious infections in Southeast Asian and Pacific children, underscoring the urgent need for region-specific treatment guidelines to combat rising antimicrobial resistance.

5 Nov 2023

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Study explores link between paternal mental health and behavioral, cognitive problems in children

Cutting-edge 'precision medicine' shows great potential to improve diabetes care

AIHW report: Extreme heat responsible for most weather-related injuries in Australia

Bayer Digital Health UKI introduces new technology to help type 2 diabetes patients manage kidney health

AI-empowered system may accelerate laparoscopic surgery training

Study shows the effects of oral contraceptive use on women’s brains

New exercise trial aims to improve quality of life for people with rheumatoid arthritis

Study probes the hidden impact of low-cal sweeteners on gut health

Industry & academia combine to support synthesis of squaric acid monoamides as building blocks for drug discovery

Kicking the habit: Oral microbiota bounces back five years after quitting smoking

SSRIs show promise in easing post-COVID struggles, Dutch study reveals

State-by-state snapshot: Long-COVID's grip varies, with mental health in the crosshairs

Avocado a day may keep diabetes at bay, suggests nutritional biomarker study

Avian flu decimates 5% of Peru's sea lions, sparking conservation alarm

Synthetic melanin nanoparticles boost wound healing and tissue repair in skin

Study exposes gaps in pediatric antibiotic effectiveness in Southeast Asia, calls for tailored treatments

Life's hardships rewire the brain: Study pinpoints neural changes from adversity

Genetic twist in gallstone disease may shield against heart attacks

Atlas of cancer's hidden rules: Unveiling the transcriptomic and epigenetic secrets across 11 tumors

Cruise ship cabin study reveals optimal airflow to curb virus spread

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