A study led by Dr. Debra Bekerian found young gay men are anxious and depressed, with many unaware of their HIV status. Trauma may have a protective effect on health behavior, and the report suggests improving health messages using the internet could help reduce unsafe sexual practices.
Gretchen Daily has been selected as a Nature Conservancy senior scholar, working with researchers from Stanford and the Nature Conservancy to develop market-based approaches to conservation. The project aims to make conservation more profitable and central to human activities.
Researchers studied sooty mangabey monkeys infected with SIV, finding they didn't get sick like humans with HIV. The lack of symptoms was attributed to low-level immune system responses and ability to maintain T cell renewal.
The researchers propose a four-pronged approach to avoid a catastrophe: decisive action by authorities, immediate antibiotic distribution, clear messaging about the need for full treatment courses, and surge capacity for medical professionals. This could reduce the death toll from an anthrax attack from 123,000 to 1,000.
Researchers at the Salk Institute found a genetic connection between organophosphate exposure and ADHD-like behavior, as well as symptoms similar to Gulf War syndrome. Mice exposed to organophosphates showed a 40% decrease in the NTE enzyme, leading to behavioral changes and neurological problems.
A survey of low-income single mothers in Atlantic Canada found that 78% experienced food insecurity and reported poorer nutrition than their children. The study highlights the need for policy reforms to address income inequality and ensure access to nutritious food for vulnerable populations.
Adults with ADHD are at higher risk of dropping out of school, losing jobs, and experiencing marital problems due to poor social skills and increased anxiety and depression. Reliable diagnosis and treatment options, such as stimulant medications and new psychotherapeutic approaches, can help manage the condition.
The International Congress of Genetics will consider the implications of the genetics revolution on global food security, health care, and social justice. The event aims to provide representation from developing countries, which have the most to gain and lose from genetic advancements.
A study in Alberta found that mandatory reporting of HIV infection did not significantly impact testing rates among the general population. However, an opt-out prenatal screening policy resulted in a dramatic increase in female tests, suggesting that fear of receiving a positive test may be a more significant deterrent to testing.
Researchers are developing nanotech decoys that can stick to the HIV virus and prevent it from entering human cells. The study focuses on the binding of gp120 protein to GalCer molecules in cell membranes.
A study found that 26% of jurors sanctioned deception by doctors to obtain care, while 70% favored appealing denied requests. The public's lack of trust in the healthcare system has led to support for 'physician gaming' to gain access to needed care.
Penn State researchers found that wives with higher testosterone levels were more adaptive social support providers, while husbands with lower testosterone levels were more positive and less negative during discussions. Lower combined testosterone levels led to better social support givers and improved conflict resolution skills.
Researchers found naturally occurring fungi effective in controlling plant mites and powdery mildew diseases without chemical pesticides. This breakthrough reduces costs and environmental damage associated with traditional pest control methods.
Researchers at MIT's Parsons Lab in Hawaii developed a technique to calculate the amount and distribution of groundwater flowing into coastal waters. The data will contribute to Kaeo Duarte's research on groundwater usage on Hawaii's dry western coast.
Researchers found that HIV patients develop strong antibody responses against the virus, but these antibodies fail to keep pace with the virus's constant mutation process. This study sheds light on the complex dynamics between the immune system and HIV, highlighting potential avenues for vaccine development.
A high-meat protein diet may accelerate loss of kidney function in women with mild chronic kidney disease, according to data from the Nurses Health Study. Meanwhile, implantable cardioverter defibrillators have been shown to significantly reduce sudden cardiac death and deaths from all causes in many patients.
The URI Oceanography team is conducting a two-year research expedition off the coast of Africa to investigate horizontal ocean mixing. The deployment of 92 subsurface RAFOS floats will help scientists understand eddy stirring and mixing in this poorly understood region.