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Study finds variations in the magnitude and direction of sex differences in COVID-19 outcomes

A new study by the Harvard GenderSci Lab in Social Science and Medicine found large variations in the magnitude and direction of sex differences in COVID-19 outcomes across localities and over time during the pandemic in the U.S. -- demonstrating that observed sex disparities cannot be explained without reference to social-contextual factors.

19 Jan 2022

Experts reveal why most data-driven initiatives failed to impact COVID-19 public health crisis

Inspired by their own experiences, representatives of a data-driven initiative to aid the COVID-19 response have outlined what they view as major obstacles to the successful use of novel data released by technology companies in times of crisis.

19 Jan 2022

Machine learning model uses blood plasma proteins to predict survival for COVID-19 patients

A single blood sample from a critically ill COVID-19 patient can be analyzed by a machine learning model which uses blood plasma proteins to predict survival, weeks before the outcome, according to a new study published this week in the open-access journal PLOS Digital Health by Florian Kurth and Markus Ralser of the Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany, and colleagues.

19 Jan 2022

New therapies for AIRDs can reduce the harmful side-effects caused by conventional treatments

New therapies for autoimmune rheumatic diseases (AIRDs) that are designed to better regulate lipid (fat) metabolism, could significantly reduce the harmful side-effects caused by conventional treatments, finds a new large-scale review led by UCL researchers.

19 Jan 2022

New findings show the potential for language to enhance trust in COVID-19 vaccines

A simple language intervention has the potential to boost COVID-19 vaccination rates, by strengthening trust in the vaccines, researchers say.

19 Jan 2022

Antibody combination produces a synergistic response in difficult-to-treat pediatric cancers

A combination of anti-cancer antibodies produced a powerfully synergistic response in two hard-to-treat pediatric cancers, according to a new study, in mice, led by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine.

19 Jan 2022

Early gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender teens leads to better mental health

For transgender people, starting gender-affirming hormone treatment in adolescence is linked to better mental health than waiting until adulthood, according to new research led by the Stanford University School of Medicine.

19 Jan 2022

Porter Alliance for Innovative Medicines aims to close the gap between scientific research and clinical care

Stanford University and Deerfield Management, a health care investment firm, have collaborated to create Porter Alliance for Innovative Medicines to accelerate translational research into clinical therapeutics.

19 Jan 2022

Schoolchildren in Hong Kong surveyed on the prevalence and impact of allergic diseases

A collaborative study by the Department of Social Work and Social Administration, the University of Hong Kong andthe Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, United Christian Hospital

19 Jan 2022

Study reveals the experience of support health care workers from underserved communities during COVID-19

A Rutgers study gives new insight into the experiences and perspectives of Black and Latinx people working in supportive health care roles during the COVID-19 pandemic.

18 Jan 2022

Sleep and biological rhythm variables linked to severity of depression, anxiety during pregnancy

A set of parameters including sleep and biological rhythm variables are closely associated with the severity of depressive and anxiety symptoms, starting in the third trimester of pregnancy to the third postpartum month, according to a new study.

18 Jan 2022

Harrowing deaths are too common in most parts of the world, survey shows

Among the most troubling scenes from the COVID-19 era are the images of patients dying in isolation, unable to be with loved ones during their final moments. But even before the pandemic, harrowing deaths were all too common in most parts of the world, a new survey of end-of-life care shows.

18 Jan 2022

Scientists assess ACE2 binding and antigenicity of Mu (B.1.621) and A.2.5 spikes

To gain a better understanding of the antigenic properties of Mu and A.2.5 Spikes, Canadian scientists evaluated their capacity to interact with ACE2 and performed binding and neutralization assays with plasma from vaccinated individuals.

18 Jan 2022

Fear of getting sick with COVID-19 linked to increase in disgust sensitivity

Theory has it that disgust sensitivity – how intensely a person is repulsed by images, ideas or situations that could be considered terribly gross or merely unpleasant – is an evolutionary trait that initially helped humans avoid eating rotten food that would have made them sick.

18 Jan 2022

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Study finds variations in the magnitude and direction of sex differences in COVID-19 outcomes

Experts reveal why most data-driven initiatives failed to impact COVID-19 public health crisis

Machine learning model uses blood plasma proteins to predict survival for COVID-19 patients

New therapies for AIRDs can reduce the harmful side-effects caused by conventional treatments

New findings show the potential for language to enhance trust in COVID-19 vaccines

Antibody combination produces a synergistic response in difficult-to-treat pediatric cancers

Early gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender teens leads to better mental health

Porter Alliance for Innovative Medicines aims to close the gap between scientific research and clinical care

Schoolchildren in Hong Kong surveyed on the prevalence and impact of allergic diseases

Study reveals the experience of support health care workers from underserved communities during COVID-19

Sleep and biological rhythm variables linked to severity of depression, anxiety during pregnancy

Harrowing deaths are too common in most parts of the world, survey shows

Scientists assess ACE2 binding and antigenicity of Mu (B.1.621) and A.2.5 spikes

Fear of getting sick with COVID-19 linked to increase in disgust sensitivity

"Nocebo effect" accounts for 76% of all adverse events in the COVID-19 vaccine trial group

School closures for in-person learning during the pandemic have lasting effects on children

Addition of hormone therapy to radiotherapy treatments improves survival in prostate cancer patients

Macrodomains represent a unique target for pathogens with pandemic potential

Research reveals the impact of COVID-19 on youth with ADHD

Preconception weight loss may not increase obese woman's chances of delivering a healthy baby

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