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Emerging crisis of homelessness among older adults in Canada

Homelessness doesn't only happen to young people but also affects older adults in growing numbers, write authors in an analysis in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) that describes this emerging crisis.

21 May 2024

Scientists uncover protein folding secrets through sound

By converting their data into sounds, scientists discovered how hydrogen bonds contribute to the lightning-fast gyrations that transform a string of amino acids into a functional, folded protein.

21 May 2024

Latest advances in gastric cancer and other cancer-related studies to be presented at DDW 2024

Cancer-related studies, including a diagnostic tool for gastric cancer and trends in gallbladder and colorectal cancers, will be presented this week at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2024.

21 May 2024

Innovative 3D-printed implants and bioluminescent tools transform sensory process studies

A sensory process such as pain is no ordinary phenomenon - it's a symphony of neural and vascular interactions orchestrated by the brain and spinal cord.

21 May 2024

Groundbreaking study advances human in vitro gametogenesis for infertility treatment

Infertility affects approximately 1 in 6 people in their lifetime worldwide according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

21 May 2024

Transformative $8 million donation fuels pancreatic cancer research at WEHI

An exceptional $8 million, 10-year philanthropic investment will spearhead new treatments for pancreatic cancer and create a new dedicated research centre at WEHI.

21 May 2024

Innovative perovskite X-ray detector enhances medical imaging capabilities

Technology (SIAT) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, in collaboration with researchers at Central China Normal University, have developed a high-performance perovskite X-ray complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) detector for medical imaging.

21 May 2024

Can music therapy improve language development in preterm children by 24 months?

The impact of parent-led, infant-directed singing on language development at 24 months.

21 May 2024

High price of popular diabetes drugs deprives low-income people of effective treatment

For the past year and a half, Tandra Cooper Harris and her husband, Marcus, who both have diabetes, have struggled to fill their prescriptions for the medications they need to control their blood sugar.

21 May 2024

Biden leans into health care, asking voters to trust him over Trump

Angling to tap into strong support for the sweeping health law he helped pass 14 years ago, one of President Joe Biden's latest reelection strategies is to remind voters that former President Donald Trump tried to repeal the Affordable Care Act.

21 May 2024

Are fish oil supplements associated with cardiovascular disease?

The effects of using fish oil supplements on the clinical progression of cardiovascular disease.

21 May 2024

Can a coach-supported mobile health intervention reduce dementia risk?

Whether a coach-supported mHealth intervention can reduce dementia risk factors in high-risk, underserved populations.

21 May 2024

Hamilton unveils next generation of air displacement pipetting technology: ZEUS X1

Hamilton, a leading global manufacturer of precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling workstations, and sample management systems, is excited to announce the release of its latest innovation, ZEUS X1.

From Hamilton Process Analytics 21 May 2024

Impact of CLK kinase inhibitors 1C8 and GPS167 on cancer cell proliferation and metastasis

A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on May 16, 2024, entitled, "The anticancer potential of the CLK kinases inhibitors 1C8 and GPS167 revealed by their impact on the epithelial-mesenchymal transition and the antiviral immune response."

20 May 2024

Donepezil fails to enhance cognitive abilities in breast cancer survivors: Phase III trial results

Many breast cancer survivors report cancer-related cognitive impairment following chemotherapy, although prevalence rates and severity vary.

20 May 2024

New CRISPR screen method reveals cellular drivers of neurological disorders

The brain is often referred to as a "black box" - one that's difficult to peer inside and determine what's happening at any given moment.

20 May 2024

Updated medical guidance reject 'excited delirium' to prevent misuse in police custody cases

Updated medical guidance on excited delirium, the controversial term accused of covering up deaths in police custody, including that of George Floyd, is being brought forward before its scheduled date of October 2025, reports The BMJ today.

20 May 2024

Taurine supplementation shows promise in reducing metabolic syndrome risk factors, study finds

A study in Nutrition & Diabetes meta-analyzed randomized clinical trials and found that taurine supplementation significantly reduces key risk factors for metabolic syndrome, such as high blood pressure, fasting blood glucose, and triglycerides, with no notable adverse effects.

20 May 2024

Excessive social media use linked to increased smoking and vaping among youth

The more time spent on social media, the greater the likelihood that children and young people will both smoke and/or vape, suggests research published online in the respiratory journal Thorax.

20 May 2024

AI chatbots outperform doctors in empathy and readability for cancer-related questions, study finds

Study found that AI chatbots provided higher empathy, response quality, and readability in answers to cancer-related inquiries compared to licensed physicians.

20 May 2024

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Emerging crisis of homelessness among older adults in Canada

Scientists uncover protein folding secrets through sound

Latest advances in gastric cancer and other cancer-related studies to be presented at DDW 2024

Innovative 3D-printed implants and bioluminescent tools transform sensory process studies

Groundbreaking study advances human in vitro gametogenesis for infertility treatment

Transformative $8 million donation fuels pancreatic cancer research at WEHI

Innovative perovskite X-ray detector enhances medical imaging capabilities

Can music therapy improve language development in preterm children by 24 months?

High price of popular diabetes drugs deprives low-income people of effective treatment

Biden leans into health care, asking voters to trust him over Trump

Are fish oil supplements associated with cardiovascular disease?

Can a coach-supported mobile health intervention reduce dementia risk?

Hamilton unveils next generation of air displacement pipetting technology: ZEUS X1

Impact of CLK kinase inhibitors 1C8 and GPS167 on cancer cell proliferation and metastasis

Donepezil fails to enhance cognitive abilities in breast cancer survivors: Phase III trial results

New CRISPR screen method reveals cellular drivers of neurological disorders

Updated medical guidance reject 'excited delirium' to prevent misuse in police custody cases

Taurine supplementation shows promise in reducing metabolic syndrome risk factors, study finds

Excessive social media use linked to increased smoking and vaping among youth

AI chatbots outperform doctors in empathy and readability for cancer-related questions, study finds

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Scaling organ‑chip technology for human‑relevant drug discovery

Unlocking drug amorphization: Continuous, solvent-free twin screw granulation

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