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Paxlovid antiviral therapy reduces risk of long COVID

In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* server, researchers in Saint Louis, Missouri, examined whether nirmatrelvir treatment reduced the risk of long COVID, the disease encompassing the post-acute sequelae of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) [PASC].

7 Nov 2022

Researchers identify gene expression correlated with response to chemotherapy in medulloblastomas

An international team led by the Department of Neurosurgery, Niigata University, has identified a new gene called Schlafen11 (SLFN11) whose expression is tightly correlated with response to chemotherapy in medulloblastomas, a highly malignant brain tumor affecting pediatric, adolescent, and young adult populations.

7 Nov 2022

New analysis finds significant disparities in the treatment of familial hypercholesterolemia

The Family Heart Foundation, a leading research and advocacy organization, shared results from an analysis of its large U.S. Family Heart DatabaseTM showing significant disparities exist in the treatment of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) among racial groups, and by income and education levels.

7 Nov 2022

ACR releases new guideline that offers recommendations for integrative approach to RA treatment

The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) released a summary of its new guideline for Exercise, Rehabilitation, Diet and Additional Integrative Interventions for Rheumatoid Arthritis.

7 Nov 2022

Study reveals the extent of aggression towards caregivers in Parkinson's disease

Caregivers already dealing with the stress of looking after a loved one diagnosed with Parkinson's disease often have another concern to contend with - aggressive behavior directed toward them from the Parkinson's patient.

7 Nov 2022

Viral whole genome study in the United States identifies ORF-disrupting mutations in monkeypox virus

Researchers used whole genome sequencing to evaluate monkeypox virus samples from Washington and Ohio states in the United States and identified 25 samples with open reading frame (ORF)-disrupting mutations.

7 Nov 2022

UC San Diego Health earns The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery

UC San Diego Health has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery by meeting or exceeding the highest level of national performance standards.

7 Nov 2022

Crowded emergency departments linked with higher rates of death throughout the hospital

Prior research has established that crowding in emergency departments can lead to worse outcomes for patients receiving emergency care.

7 Nov 2022

SARS-CoV-2 activates NLRP3 inflammasome

Researchers assessed the role of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in the NLR family pyrin domain containing 3 (NLRP3) inflammasome activation.

7 Nov 2022

Open bypass surgery results in better outcomes for specific patients with severe form of peripheral artery disease

Performing open bypass surgery to restore circulation for people with a severe form of peripheral artery disease (PAD) – a condition that limits blood flow to the legs and feet – resulted in better outcomes for specific patients compared to a less-invasive procedure, a National Institutes of Health-supported clinical research trial has found.

7 Nov 2022

Exercise program improves insulin action in the brain

If the brain no longer responds correctly to the hormone insulin (insulin resistance), this also has a negative effect on the metabolism in the body and the regulation of eating behavior.

7 Nov 2022

Phylodynamic analysis of the monkeypox virus genome suggests low genetic variation and evolutionary rates

Researchers explored the genetic variability among the monkeypox virus genomes of Clade IIb lineage B.1 using a phylodynamic and genetic survey to confirm the epidemic cluster in the clade and understand the evolution of the virus.

7 Nov 2022

Chromosomal microarray analysis could help identify the cause of SIDS or SUDC in older children

A genetic test known as chromosomal microarray analysis (CMA) could help identify the cause of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or its counterpart in older children, known as sudden unexplained death in childhood (SUDC), finds a study led by Boston Children's Hospital.

7 Nov 2022

EKF to showcase POCT connectivity solutions at MEDICA 2022

EKF Diagnostics, a global diagnostics company, will be introducing its latest product developments and offerings at MEDICA 2022, Düsseldorf, Germany, 14-17 November.

From EKF Diagnostics 7 Nov 2022

Psilocybin could be a promising therapeutic strategy for people with treatment-resistant depression

Researchers at Trinity College Dublin have participated in the largest and most rigorous clinical trial to date of psilocybin (a psychoactive ingredient in magic mushrooms), pointing to the possibility that COMP360 psilocybin with psychological support could be a beneficial therapeutic strategy for people with treatment-resistant depression (TRD).

7 Nov 2022

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Paxlovid antiviral therapy reduces risk of long COVID

Researchers identify gene expression correlated with response to chemotherapy in medulloblastomas

New analysis finds significant disparities in the treatment of familial hypercholesterolemia

ACR releases new guideline that offers recommendations for integrative approach to RA treatment

Study reveals the extent of aggression towards caregivers in Parkinson's disease

Viral whole genome study in the United States identifies ORF-disrupting mutations in monkeypox virus

UC San Diego Health earns The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery

Crowded emergency departments linked with higher rates of death throughout the hospital

SARS-CoV-2 activates NLRP3 inflammasome

Open bypass surgery results in better outcomes for specific patients with severe form of peripheral artery disease

Exercise program improves insulin action in the brain

Phylodynamic analysis of the monkeypox virus genome suggests low genetic variation and evolutionary rates

Chromosomal microarray analysis could help identify the cause of SIDS or SUDC in older children

EKF to showcase POCT connectivity solutions at MEDICA 2022

Psilocybin could be a promising therapeutic strategy for people with treatment-resistant depression

Multinational consensus to end COVID-19 pandemic

Pioneering artificial intelligence could ease winter pressures on hospitals

Findings from a multi-year initiative aimed at improving HIV health outcomes

Evaluating dual direct-acting antivirals against persistent COVID-19

New one-stop guideline takes a 360-degree approach to managing heart disease in Canadians

Advancing Menopause Care: Non-Hormonal Treatments for Vasomotor Symptoms

Building quality into drug development for safer, faster medicines

How Pulp Fixin Is Turning Paper into High-Performance Sustainable Labware

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