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Discovery shows promise for development of a new non-hormonal contraceptive

A discovery that blocks the normal transition of semen from a thick gel to a liquid shows promise for development of a new form of non-hormonal, over-the-counter contraception.

7 Feb 2022

Study shows chronic alcohol consumption as a potential risk factor for SARS-CoV-2-infection

In a study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, a team of researchers from Germany studied the expression data of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection-relevant genes such as angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2), transmembrane serine protease 2 (TMPRSS2), and the G-protein coupled receptor Mas in an alcohol-exposed rodent model infected with SARS-CoV-2.

7 Feb 2022

"Drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, study finds

A recent study has found that so-called "drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, allowing public health programs to reach and work with people who use drugs who would otherwise not access services such as HIV testing.

7 Feb 2022

Post-transplantation lung microbiome profiles can provide prognostic information

Lung transplantation is a life-saving intervention in cases of severe respiratory failure. A feared and common complication following a lung transplant is chronic deterioration in lung function (CLAD/Chronic Lung Allograft Dysfunction).

7 Feb 2022

Study highlights the importance of educational attainment for better brain health

A Finnish twin study suggests that the deteriorative effects of cardiovascular risk factors on late-life cognition are stronger in individuals with lower education compared to those with higher education.

7 Feb 2022

SARS-CoV-2 infection can elevate the risk of serious complications during pregnancy

Pregnant individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, are about 40% more likely to develop serious complications or die during pregnancy than those who aren’t infected with the virus, according to a nationwide study led by a University of Utah Health obstetrician.

7 Feb 2022

Researchers receive funding from County of Fairfax to develop, deliver evidence-based PTSD treatments

Keith Renshaw, Department Chair/Professor, Psychology; Christianne Esposito-Smythers, Professor, Psychology; and Sarah Fischer, Associate Professor, Psychology, received funding from County of Fairfax for: "Northern Virginia Regional Consortium for Evidence-Based Trauma Treatment."

7 Feb 2022

UiA collaborates with The Hospital of Southern Norway to develop a digital treatment for HIV patients

The HIV medicines in use today are very effective, and face-to-face follow-up consultations in hospitals are unnecessary for a large part of the patient group.

7 Feb 2022

Research explores public reactions to COVID-19 pandemic across diverse ethnic groups

Researchers evaluate the attitudes of diverse ethnic groups in the United Kingdom towards the COVID-19 pandemic.

7 Feb 2022

Cognitive impairment in patients with long-COVID can be improved using brain stimulation

Many recovered COVID-19 patients continue to exhibit significant and long-lasting cognitive deficits in memory, attention, language comprehension and multitasking, as well as fatigue.

7 Feb 2022

Novel, rapid and efficient assay for SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibodies

Researchers validate a quick, highly efficient, and automated assay to detect neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2.

7 Feb 2022

Fever the dominant symptom in SARS-CoV-2 Alpha- and Delta-infected children

Researchers assess the different clinical symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection in children and adolescents across different time periods.

7 Feb 2022

Paracetamol use increases blood pressure, study shows

Long-term paracetamol use could increase the risk of heart disease and strokes in people with high blood pressure, a study suggests.

7 Feb 2022

Digital assistants can help older adults with dementia remember daily tasks

Older adults with dementia or mild cognitive impairment sometimes struggle to remember daily tasks, including managing medications, shopping for groceries and tracking upcoming events, including birthdays, anniversaries or doctor appointments.

7 Feb 2022

Suicidal thoughts in teens linked to a variety of psychosocial problems

Teens who have frequent suicidal thoughts are at risk for a variety of psychological and social problems, according to a new study by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital.

7 Feb 2022

$Spinal anesthesia not superior to general anesthesia for hip-fracture surgery in older adults$

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Discovery shows promise for development of a new non-hormonal contraceptive

Study shows chronic alcohol consumption as a potential risk factor for SARS-CoV-2-infection

"Drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, study finds

Post-transplantation lung microbiome profiles can provide prognostic information

Study highlights the importance of educational attainment for better brain health

SARS-CoV-2 infection can elevate the risk of serious complications during pregnancy

Researchers receive funding from County of Fairfax to develop, deliver evidence-based PTSD treatments

UiA collaborates with The Hospital of Southern Norway to develop a digital treatment for HIV patients

Research explores public reactions to COVID-19 pandemic across diverse ethnic groups

Cognitive impairment in patients with long-COVID can be improved using brain stimulation

Novel, rapid and efficient assay for SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibodies

Fever the dominant symptom in SARS-CoV-2 Alpha- and Delta-infected children

Paracetamol use increases blood pressure, study shows

Digital assistants can help older adults with dementia remember daily tasks

Suicidal thoughts in teens linked to a variety of psychosocial problems

Spinal anesthesia not superior to general anesthesia for hip-fracture surgery in older adults

New personalized test to detect leukemia relapse sooner and avoid false negative results

Simulation-based training improves surgeons' skills for more complex surgeries, study finds

Potential tumor vulnerability may be exploited to improve treatment of neuroblastoma

Pregnant women with COVID-19 may be at greater risk for pregnancy complications

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