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Haiti HIV program increases sexual health awareness and practices in women

New research from the University of Toronto shows that a little training can go a long way in a desperate situation.

5 Mar 2014

Transfusion Evidence Library provides evidence-based information for blood transfusion-related research

A recent systematic review conducted by the Collaboration for Evidence Based Healthcare in Africa on evidence-based healthcare treatment (EBHC) has shown that EBHC teaching and learning strategies on the African continent should focus on implementing multifaceted, clinically integrated approaches and assessment.

5 Mar 2014

Doximity kicks off new phase of expansion at Silicon Valley

Doximity, the professional network for physicians, kicked off a new phase of expansion last week with a ribbon cutting event at its Silicon Valley headquarters. The company is doubling its office space in San Mateo to continue innovating new services for over 250,000 physician members.

5 Mar 2014

New study shows male hormones play important role; may enhance IVF therapy in women

Several fertility clinics across the country are beginning to administer testosterone, either through a patch or a gel on the skin, to increase the number of eggs produced by certain women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF).

5 Mar 2014

Stock-outs of ARV drugs in Central African Republic impact health of HIV-infected people

According to Pierre-Marie David of the University of Montreal's Faculty of Pharmacy, stock-outs of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs in recent years in the Central African Republic have had a dramatic impact on the health of HIV-infected people.

5 Mar 2014

Small-molecule drug effective in protecting nonhuman primates from lethal Marburg virus

For the first time, scientists have demonstrated the effectiveness of a small-molecule drug in protecting nonhuman primates from the lethal Marburg virus. Their work, published online in the journal Nature, is the result of a continuing collaboration between Army scientists and industry partners that also shows promise for treating a broad range of other viral diseases.

5 Mar 2014

Researchers identify high levels of certain protein in brains of people suffering from essential tremor

A team of researchers from Universit- Laval and CHU de Qu-bec identified unusually high levels of a certain protein in the brains of people suffering from essential tremor (ET), a movement disorder that affects 4% of the adult population.

5 Mar 2014

Doctor to unveil new treatment systems from ZO Skin Health at AAD Annual Meeting

Dermatologist Zein Obagi, MD, founder and medical director of ZO Skin Health, Inc., announces new breakthrough treatment systems from ZO Skin Health, Inc. at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting, Booth #3749, in Denver March 21-25, 2014.

5 Mar 2014

Healthy living practices is key to longer life and self preservation, say health experts

Health experts have termed healthy living practices as the keep to longer life and self preservation. Although a lot of people spend days looking for wealth, prosperity and self fulfillment, all this means nothing if they can't keep their bodies healthy.

5 Mar 2014

New PhoneSoap Charger is most effective way to kill bacteria growing on cell phones

Cell phones have become our constant companions, and as a result, they are exposed to many bacteria and viruses. When we open a door, shake hands, use an ATM or dozens of other daily tasks, our hands come in contact with germs, and numerous studies have shown that a significant number of bacteria, such as the flu virus, staph, strep, E. coli, and salmonella, are transferred from our hands to our cell phones every time we pick them up.

5 Mar 2014

Study highlights efficacy of TPF 50 to prevent skin sun damage and non-melanoma skin cancer

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD) today released a clinical study highlighting the efficacy of Triple Protection Factor Broad Spectrum Sunscreen, TPF 50, to prevent skin sun damage and Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC).

5 Mar 2014

Study examines link between use of ultraviolet indoor tanning beds and melanoma risk

Why do some young women frequently use indoor tanning beds, knowing that it can increase their chances of developing melanoma and other skin cancers? What could convince them to reduce that risk?

5 Mar 2014

Computational Fluid Dynamics helps patients with pulmonary disorders breathe easier

A more accurate and successful, yet complex approach used in designing an airplane is now taking off in the health care industry.

5 Mar 2014

Plymouth University enters partnership with Brain Tumour Research

Patients, carers, scientists, clinicians and charities from across the UK are heading to Westminster today for the launch of a ground-breaking new collaborative partnership between the charity Brain Tumour Research and Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry. The announcement will open a new chapter in long-term sustainable and continuous research into the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40.

5 Mar 2014

Highlights: Fla.'s new Medicaid hospital formula; Kan. health coverage, autism bills; Va. hospitals expand in Richmond

A selection of health policy stories from Florida, Kansas, Virginia, California and Georgia. The funding formula in Florida's Medicaid reform law means hospitals across the state will see millions of dollars in cuts, the Tampa Bay Times reports, while a handful will see funding increase ...

5 Mar 2014

Study: 55% of women are passive smokers due to exposure to tobacco smoke

As shown in a study carried out by researchers at 13 research centres in Asturias, Gipuzkoa, Sabadell and Valencia, over half of non-smoking pregnant women, 55%, are passive smokers.

5 Mar 2014

Long-term risks of deep vein thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) often brings with it the risk of post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS), an under-recognized but serious complication that often causes long-term disability for patients. During March's DVT Awareness Month, the Society of Interventional Radiology wants to help patients and family members to better understand the long-term risks of DVT.

5 Mar 2014

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Haiti HIV program increases sexual health awareness and practices in women

Transfusion Evidence Library provides evidence-based information for blood transfusion-related research

Doximity kicks off new phase of expansion at Silicon Valley

New study shows male hormones play important role; may enhance IVF therapy in women

Stock-outs of ARV drugs in Central African Republic impact health of HIV-infected people

Small-molecule drug effective in protecting nonhuman primates from lethal Marburg virus

Researchers identify high levels of certain protein in brains of people suffering from essential tremor

Doctor to unveil new treatment systems from ZO Skin Health at AAD Annual Meeting

Healthy living practices is key to longer life and self preservation, say health experts

New PhoneSoap Charger is most effective way to kill bacteria growing on cell phones

Study highlights efficacy of TPF 50 to prevent skin sun damage and non-melanoma skin cancer

Study examines link between use of ultraviolet indoor tanning beds and melanoma risk

Computational Fluid Dynamics helps patients with pulmonary disorders breathe easier

Plymouth University enters partnership with Brain Tumour Research

Highlights: Fla.'s new Medicaid hospital formula; Kan. health coverage, autism bills; Va. hospitals expand in Richmond

Study: 55% of women are passive smokers due to exposure to tobacco smoke

Long-term risks of deep vein thrombosis

Researchers develop adjuvant which enhances effect of virus transduction

Usability study for semi-disposable patch pump completed for subcutaneous furosemide therapy

UTHealth study to assess deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression

Directed enzyme evolution and the Nobel Prize: Making enzymes evolve in the lab

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

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