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NIH funds new research ideas that address health disparities and advance health equity

The National Institutes of Health is funding bold, new research ideas that focus on interventions to address health disparities and advance health equity.

13 Oct 2021

Anti-rheumatic drug as a potential candidate for treating COVID-19

The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) produces inflammatory cytokine storms. But an FDA-approved anti-rheumatic drug, Auranofin, used to treat autoimmune and infectious diseases, may also help serve as an antiviral treatment for COVID-19 infection.

13 Oct 2021

IgA antibodies play a key role in keeping the intestinal flora in balance

The bacteria living in the intestine consist of some 500 to 1000 different species. They make up what is known as the intestinal flora, which plays a key role in digestion and prevents infections.

13 Oct 2021

New study finds SARS-CoV-2 causes retinal infection

Can coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) affect the eye? New research suggests the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) can enter the eye and infect photoreceptor and retinal ganglion cells. In addition, SARS-CoV-2 infection increases the expression of several inflammatory genes, including the cytokine interleukin 33 (IL33), which is linked to COVID-19 disease and retinal degeneration.

13 Oct 2021

Timing of changes in menstrual cycle length could provide clues about a person's heart disease risk

As women near menopause, their menstrual cycle length often becomes longer. The timing of these changes could provide clues about a person's risk of developing heart disease, according to a new study led by University of Pittsburgh researchers.

13 Oct 2021

Role of CRISPR-Cas12a visual biosensor in detection of SARS-CoV-2

A new study aimed to develop a novel CRISPR-Cas12a powered visual biosensor for the detection of SARS-CoV-2.

13 Oct 2021

New method to diagnose anosmia

In a recent study, researchers discuss a new method of tracking the Nav1.7 channel to reduce the reliance on more invasive diagnostic measures.

13 Oct 2021

New high-throughput assay could help development of anti-COVID-19 drugs

In a recent study, researchers develop a new high-throughput assay that allows for rapid screening of potential inhibitors.

13 Oct 2021

New stimulation method provides effective and personalized pain relief without side effects

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have developed a completely new stimulation method, using ultra-thin microelectrodes, to combat severe pain.

13 Oct 2021

Poor timing of flu vaccinations associated with poor birth outcomes and cesarean births

With flu season approaching in the United States, new research from an international team of scientists testifies to the importance of timely vaccination: Poor timing of influenza vaccination campaigns in the semi-arid region of Brazil led to an increase in premature births, lower birth-weight babies and the need to deliver more babies by cesarean section, the researchers found.

13 Oct 2021

Scientists suggest a new approach to mitigating the collateral damage from antibiotics

Antibiotics help us to treat bacterial infections and save millions of lives each year. But they can also harm the helpful microbes residing in our gut, weakening one of our body's first lines of defense against pathogens and compromising the multiple beneficial effects our microbiota has for our health.

13 Oct 2021

Genetic characteristics of possible new Alphacoronavirus species found in Bats

A recent study identifies a novel Alphacoronavirus isolated from bats, in Korea, in 2020.

13 Oct 2021

The relationship between COVID-19 certification and vaccine uptake

A new study analyzed the impact that the introduction of COVID-19 certificates has had on vaccine uptake.

13 Oct 2021

COVID-19 vaccination induces transient increase in cellular and antibody responses to S1 antigenic sequence

Scientists have characterized T-cell, B-cell, and IgG responses to S antigenic sequences to evaluate vaccine effectiveness.

13 Oct 2021

Unique sound from wind farms may cause more sleep disruption than other noise sources

Residents who live within 10 km of a wind farm report more sleep issues from other sources, such as insomnia, stress and snoring spouses, than the nearby wind farms, a Flinders University study has found.

13 Oct 2021

Study uncovers encouraging news for rural and remote stroke patients in Australia

World-first research has uncovered encouraging news for rural and remote Australians who suffer a stroke.

13 Oct 2021

‘Risky’ medicines should be stopped before patients leave hospital, researchers say

Hospital doctors and pharmacists should stop ‘risky’ medicines before patients leave hospital - according to researchers at the University of East Anglia.

13 Oct 2021

New report highlights the importance of improving mental health literacy

Despite the high prevalence of mental illness, and high rates of suicide among young Australians, more than half (54%) of all people with mental health issues do not seek help.

13 Oct 2021

Impact of BRCA1 mRNA expression on survival of patients breast and colorectal cancer

Oncotarget published "Opposing effects of BRCA1 mRNA expression on patient survival in breast and colorectal cancer and variations among African American, Asian, and younger patients" which reported that LMNB2 is a chromatin remodeling protein that also plays a role in eukaryotic cell proliferation by organizing the nuclear membrane during mitosis.

13 Oct 2021

Women born with heart defects can safely become pregnant and give birth to healthy babies

Most women who are born with heart defects can safely become pregnant and give birth to healthy babies with few or minor problems if they are supported by expert medical care and counselling, according to research published in the European Heart Journal .

13 Oct 2021

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NIH funds new research ideas that address health disparities and advance health equity

Anti-rheumatic drug as a potential candidate for treating COVID-19

IgA antibodies play a key role in keeping the intestinal flora in balance

New study finds SARS-CoV-2 causes retinal infection

Timing of changes in menstrual cycle length could provide clues about a person's heart disease risk

Role of CRISPR-Cas12a visual biosensor in detection of SARS-CoV-2

New method to diagnose anosmia

New high-throughput assay could help development of anti-COVID-19 drugs

New stimulation method provides effective and personalized pain relief without side effects

Poor timing of flu vaccinations associated with poor birth outcomes and cesarean births

Scientists suggest a new approach to mitigating the collateral damage from antibiotics

Genetic characteristics of possible new Alphacoronavirus species found in Bats

The relationship between COVID-19 certification and vaccine uptake

COVID-19 vaccination induces transient increase in cellular and antibody responses to S1 antigenic sequence

Unique sound from wind farms may cause more sleep disruption than other noise sources

Study uncovers encouraging news for rural and remote stroke patients in Australia

‘Risky’ medicines should be stopped before patients leave hospital, researchers say

New report highlights the importance of improving mental health literacy

Impact of BRCA1 mRNA expression on survival of patients breast and colorectal cancer

Women born with heart defects can safely become pregnant and give birth to healthy babies

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