A new study published in the American Journal of Medicine finds that managed care insurance systems can standardize care, eliminate unnecessary tests, and minimize antibiotic resistance by implementing a single guideline for treating uncomplicated urinary tract infections. The study, which included over 3,800 women, showed that using a...
Researchers at the University of Rochester have created a remarkably short antisense compound that targets Pneumocystis carinii, an opportunistic pathogen causing pneumonia in people with weakened immune systems. The breakthrough marks a step toward designing drugs that knock out vital sections of molecules essential for the microbe's ...
A new species of deer, the leaf deer, has been identified in remote mountain regions of Southeast Asia. The species was confirmed through DNA sequencing and represents a significant discovery in conservation biology.
A new study by the NIH/NINDS found that lower doses of aspirin (81-325mg) taken before and after carotid endarterectomy surgery are more effective in preventing strokes than higher doses. The results suggest that lower doses may be better tolerated and easier to take, making them a promising option for stroke prevention.
The Institute of Food Technologists' meeting will address foodborne disease challenges and the role of genomics in food production. It also explores the potential of nutritionally-enhanced foods and consumer preferences for functional foods.
A study led by Charles A. Czeisler found that healthy older adults tend to wake up earlier due to restricted sleep hours relative to their circadian period, similar to younger individuals. The study suggests that age does not inherently shorten the human circadian period.