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Detection of SARS-CoV-2 spike antibody using electrochemical biosensing based on hydrogen bonding

Turkish researchers discuss their rapid electrochemical biosensing platform to detect the SARS-CoV-2 spike antibody.

22 Nov 2021

Non-vegetarian diets associated with higher greenhouse gas emissions, analysis finds

A new analysis adds to evidence that nutritious diets are often more environmentally sustainable, while also demonstrating the feasibility of evaluating diet sustainability at the scale of specific foods - rather than broader food-group categories.

22 Nov 2021

$Electronic cigarette use linked with higher prevalence of fragility fractures$

Electronic cigarette use linked with higher prevalence of fragility fractures

While conventional cigarette smoking is an established risk factor for osteoporosis and osteoporotic fracture, the effects of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use on bone health have not previously been studied.

22 Nov 2021

SARS-CoV-2 infection risk in Norwegian fitness centers

Researchers from the University of Oslo oversaw a trial in Norway in which several fitness centers were allowed to open.

22 Nov 2021

Becerra says surprise billing rules force doctors who overcharge to accept fair prices

Overpriced doctors and other medical providers who can’t charge a reasonable rate for their services could be put out of business when new rules against surprise medical bills take effect in January, and that’s a good thing, Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra told KHN, in defending the regulations.

22 Nov 2021

COVID-19 multistate outbreak associated with large public gatherings

Researchers from the Centers for Disease Control have investigated a case in Massachusetts that showed a high proportion of vaccine breakthrough infections.

22 Nov 2021

Bioinformatics analysis identifies pathways involved in intestinal SARS-CoV-2 infection

Researchers recently used bioinformatics analysis techniques to explore the diseases caused by SARS-CoV-2 infection in the human digestive tract.

22 Nov 2021

Study finds no increased risk of severe COVID-19 in immunocompromised children in UK

Researchers conducted a prospective study to describe the incidence and clinical spectrum of SARS-CoV-2 infection in a UK-wide cohort of immunocompromised children.

22 Nov 2021

Examining the effects of malaria parasites on global health

News-Medical speaks to Professor Kevin Baird about his lifelong research into malaria and how another malaria parasite, P. Vivax, is taking a toll on global health.

22 Nov 2021

Study analyzes perceptions of ‘silver linings’ to public health interventions during the pandemic

A national study of Australians’ responses to COVID-19 public health measures has found stories of hope, strength and acceptance for such protective measures as social distancing, hand hygiene and even lockdowns.

22 Nov 2021

Unique sport could improve the quality of life for children with cerebral palsy

Every 20 hours, an Australian child is born with cerebral palsy (CP), a neurodevelopmental disability that affects their motor movements, such as the ability to walk, run and maintain balance.

22 Nov 2021

Study finds gaps and gender differences in management of type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a major risk factor of cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease and heart failure, as well as premature death. To prevent or at least delay complications, regular health care visits and good control of blood glucose, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and other risk factors are needed.

22 Nov 2021

Red blood cell distribution width as a biomarker for COVID-19

A review highlights the prospects and challenges of RDW as a predictive biomarker for viral infections, with a special focus on COVID-19 and hepatitis.

22 Nov 2021

UW researchers develop a wearable device to detect and reverse opioid overdose

A research team at the University of Washington has developed a wearable device to detect and reverse an opioid overdose.

22 Nov 2021

Helpline data reveals mental health concerns during COVID-19 pandemic

The authors used data from helplines to estimate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the containment policies, and the income support policies separately.

22 Nov 2021

Adolescents with multiple concussions show disruption in the brain's default mode network

Adolescents and young adults with post-concussive symptoms who suffered three to five concussions showed disruption in the default mode network, an interconnected network of brain regions involved in wakeful rest and internal thoughts.

22 Nov 2021

‘An Arm and a Leg’: The insurance warrior’s battle plan

Health care — and how much it costs — is scary. But you're not alone with this stuff, and knowledge is power. "An Arm and a Leg" is a podcast about these issues, and its second season is co-produced by KHN.

22 Nov 2021

Success of covid antiviral pills hinges on access to speedy and accurate tests

Within a few weeks, perhaps before many Americans finish decorating for the holidays, the U.S. could have access to a new antiviral pill from Merck expected to alter the deadly trajectory of the covid-19 pandemic — with a second option from Pfizer to follow shortly after.

22 Nov 2021

Lifting DC’s strict indoor mask mandate triggers mix of confusion, anxiety and relief

A mile northeast of Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., along what's known as the H Street corridor, about half the people crowding the sidewalks are wearing masks.

22 Nov 2021

Using the contraceptive pill to reduce risk of type-2 diabetes in women with PCOS

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Professor Weibke Arlt about her recent research into how the contraceptive pill affects type 2 diabetes in women with PCOS.

22 Nov 2021

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Detection of SARS-CoV-2 spike antibody using electrochemical biosensing based on hydrogen bonding

Non-vegetarian diets associated with higher greenhouse gas emissions, analysis finds

Electronic cigarette use linked with higher prevalence of fragility fractures

SARS-CoV-2 infection risk in Norwegian fitness centers

Becerra says surprise billing rules force doctors who overcharge to accept fair prices

COVID-19 multistate outbreak associated with large public gatherings

Bioinformatics analysis identifies pathways involved in intestinal SARS-CoV-2 infection

Study finds no increased risk of severe COVID-19 in immunocompromised children in UK

Examining the effects of malaria parasites on global health

Study analyzes perceptions of ‘silver linings’ to public health interventions during the pandemic

Unique sport could improve the quality of life for children with cerebral palsy

Study finds gaps and gender differences in management of type 2 diabetes

Red blood cell distribution width as a biomarker for COVID-19

UW researchers develop a wearable device to detect and reverse opioid overdose

Helpline data reveals mental health concerns during COVID-19 pandemic

Adolescents with multiple concussions show disruption in the brain's default mode network

‘An Arm and a Leg’: The insurance warrior’s battle plan

Success of covid antiviral pills hinges on access to speedy and accurate tests

Lifting DC’s strict indoor mask mandate triggers mix of confusion, anxiety and relief

Using the contraceptive pill to reduce risk of type-2 diabetes in women with PCOS

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