Study highlights the importance of ensuring newborns have close contact with parents during COVID-19
New research from WHO and partners shows that the COVID-19 pandemic is severely affecting the quality of care given to …
New research reveals possible cause of mystery condition that leaves people paralysed
Researchers believe they may have discovered a possible cause of a mystery condition that can leave sufferers suddenly unable to …
AACI survey finds many opportunities for cancer center networks to increase patient satisfaction, outcomes
The consolidation of medical services into large systems of care is a major driver of health care economics. For patients …
New system may offer improved options for cancer treatment
Improved options for cancer treatment are on the way, thanks to a new system developed at Los Alamos National Laboratory …
Whole genome sequencing may guide blood cancer treatment
For certain blood cancers, such as acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), deciding whether patients need an aggressive …
Researchers perform new study on intersex experience
Intersex and Disorders of Sex Development (DSD) are two terms used to describe those born with sex characteristics (i.e., chromosomes, …
New computerized test can rapidly screen for both dementia and mild cognitive impairment
As the global population ages, the rate of dementia is increasing worldwide. Given that early detection is critical for treatment, …
Researchers develop first wearable device to precisely monitor jaundice in newborns
Researchers in Japan have developed the first wearable devices to precisely monitor jaundice, a yellowing of the skin caused by …
COVID-19 swab testing may not be good for people with a history of sinus or skull-base surgery
People who have had major sinus surgery should consult their ENT doctor before undergoing COVID-19 swab testing, new research indicates. …
Study finds high rate of cardiovascular risk factors among U.S. Hispanic/Latino population
The rate of cardiovascular risk factors among Hispanic/Latino people living in the U.S. is very high, and while they are …
Pfizer SARS-CoV-2 vaccine effective from day 11 post 1st vaccination
New research from a team of scientists in Australia suggests that the second ‘booster’ dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine may …
Genomic Data Commons offers the largest resource in cancer genomics
The National Cancer Institute's Genomic Data Commons (GDC), launched in 2016 by then-Vice President Joseph Biden and hosted at the …
Research looks at impact of patient genotype and sex on treatment strategies for spinal cord injuries
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are not only life-threatening at the time of the event, but they can also lead to …
Immunologists map unknown biological machinery to produce memory T cells
Immunologists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have mapped the previously unknown biological machinery by which the immune system generates …
Study: Stay-at-home ordinance had positive effects on health and well-being of residents
A study by physiology researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso found that El Paso’s stay-at-home ordinance due …
Scientists receive grant to investigate tumor development within a natural environment
Unlike many of us during the COVID-19 pandemic, biological cells are not isolated from the outside world. Chemical variations, intercellular …
New center established at NYU Langone Health to expand psychedelic research and training
Philanthropic support from several donors totaling over $10 million will allow NYU Langone Health to advance its already world-renowned reputation …
Holtzman, Karch honored for research into neurodegenerative diseases
Alzheimer’s researchers David M. Holtzman, MD, and Celeste Karch, PhD, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, have …