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How estrogens and progesterone present in human milk impact infants' health

Review examines the presence of estrogens and progesterone in human milk and their potential impact on infant growth and health. It explores factors influencing hormone levels and provides insights for effective intervention strategies.

18 May 2023

New sustainable ECG patch aims to reduce the carbon footprint of wearable electronics

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has developed a new sustainable electrocardiogram (ECG, also known as EKG) patch that is fully recyclable and made of biomaterials.

18 May 2023

Double testing increases the accuracy of detecting bowel cancer

The accuracy of detecting bowel cancer is increased to almost 100 per cent by carrying out a common test twice rather than once, a new study shows.

18 May 2023

ChatGPT raises concerns of AI-driven infodemic in public health

Researchers examine the evolution of Large Language Models (LLMs) and the profound impact of ChatGPT on the AI field. It highlights the opportunities and ethical challenges posed by LLMs, particularly in relation to public health and the spread of misinformation.

17 May 2023

Post-COVID condition varies by variant and vaccination status

Research investigates the post-COVID-19 condition, analyzing its profiles based on viral variants and vaccination status. Understanding these profiles can aid in personalized patient care.

17 May 2023

Feasting on ultra-processed foods? New study links diet to surging depression rates

High ultra-processed food consumption is associated with elevated psychological distress as an indicator of depression in adults from the Melbourne Collaborative Cohort Study.

17 May 2023

Socioeconomic area deprivation linked to high rates of children undergoing care proceedings in England

A strong link between the extent of deprivation of local authorities in England and their numbers of children going into the care system through the family courts has been uncovered by researchers at Lancaster University.

17 May 2023

Policy overhaul needed: Food industry's impact on global brain health

The dominance of the corporate-industrial food industry undermines brain capital and sustainable human development on a global scale. Understanding this impact is crucial for the future of public health and well-being.

17 May 2023

New design-specific measure to assess quality of life in patients with recurrent rectal cancer

A new study produces the first disease-specific, psychometrically robust and validated measure of quality life for patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer.

17 May 2023

What does ChatGPT mean for biology and the environment?

Exploring the potential of ChatGPT in the fields of biology and environmental science, this research paper investigates the implications and applications of using ChatGPT for advancing knowledge and understanding in these domains.

17 May 2023

Study: Breastmilk concentrations of vitamin B2 and carnitine are not affected by maternal vegan diet

A vegan diet does not affect maternal breastmilk concentrations of vitamin B2 and carnitine, nutrients essential for the developing infant.

17 May 2023

OncoAssure announces results of clinical study on novel prostate cancer test

OncoAssure today announced that results of its clinical study validating OncoAssure Prostate, a novel test for prostate cancer management, have been published in European Urology Focus, a peer-reviewed and open access journal.

17 May 2023

Ethical difficulties in dementia care

This year Dementia Awareness Week is running from Monday 15 until Sunday the 21 of May 2023. This dedicated week aims to help improving the lives of people with dementia and their families.

17 May 2023

Redefining menstrual migraines: New criteria for accurate diagnosis and improved treatment response

Menstrual migraine, a specific type of migraine affecting women, leads to significant disability and impacts the quality of life during reproductive stages. Understanding its prevalence and impact is crucial for effective management.

17 May 2023

How the gut microbiome supports iron uptake by intestinal regulatory T-cells

Research paper discusses the relationship between iron deficiencies and immune tolerance in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. The study shows that high cellular iron levels fostered by pentanoate, a short-chain fatty acid produced by intestinal microbiota, are necessary for the homeostasis of regulatory T cells in the intestine, and iron deficiencies in Treg can result in lethal autoimmune disease.

17 May 2023

Blood sugar may play a key role in dementia risk in stroke survivors

Surviving a stroke can bring many long-term effects – including a much higher risk of dementia. But a study suggests that blood sugar may play a key role in that risk.

17 May 2023

Use of hormonal birth control linked to greater risk of postpartum depression in women

Inability to feel happy, low spirits, fatigue, and loss of appetite. These are common symptoms of postpartum depression.

17 May 2023

Study examines safety and efficacy of made-to-fade tattoos for medical markings

Researchers at Henry Ford Health - one of the nation's leading integrated academic medical institutions - in collaboration with Ephemeral Tattoo, have conducted a study on the safety and efficacy of made-to-fade tattoos for medical markings.

17 May 2023

Weekend catch-up sleep may minimize the risk of hyperuricemia in postmenopausal women

Sleep deprivation, especially common during postmenopause, has been linked with a number of health problems, including hyperuricemia (elevated serum uric acid), which can often lead to gout and other life-threatening conditions such as heart disease.

17 May 2023

Study tracks the trends in diabetes and CVD-related mortality

After an initial decline in diabetes mellitus (DM) plus cardiovascular disease (CVD)-related mortality, researchers have noted a reversal of this trend with mortality increasing from 2014 to 2019, according to a new study in The American Journal of Medicine, published by Elsevier.

17 May 2023

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How estrogens and progesterone present in human milk impact infants' health

New sustainable ECG patch aims to reduce the carbon footprint of wearable electronics

Double testing increases the accuracy of detecting bowel cancer

ChatGPT raises concerns of AI-driven infodemic in public health

Post-COVID condition varies by variant and vaccination status

Feasting on ultra-processed foods? New study links diet to surging depression rates

Socioeconomic area deprivation linked to high rates of children undergoing care proceedings in England

Policy overhaul needed: Food industry's impact on global brain health

New design-specific measure to assess quality of life in patients with recurrent rectal cancer

What does ChatGPT mean for biology and the environment?

Study: Breastmilk concentrations of vitamin B2 and carnitine are not affected by maternal vegan diet

OncoAssure announces results of clinical study on novel prostate cancer test

Ethical difficulties in dementia care

Redefining menstrual migraines: New criteria for accurate diagnosis and improved treatment response

How the gut microbiome supports iron uptake by intestinal regulatory T-cells

Blood sugar may play a key role in dementia risk in stroke survivors

Use of hormonal birth control linked to greater risk of postpartum depression in women

Study examines safety and efficacy of made-to-fade tattoos for medical markings

Weekend catch-up sleep may minimize the risk of hyperuricemia in postmenopausal women

Study tracks the trends in diabetes and CVD-related mortality

Advancing Drug Safety Assessment With AI, Predictive Modeling, and Human-Relevant Data

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