Gaps in hepatitis prevention measures across Europe hinder efforts to eliminate the disease by 2030. Despite progress in vaccination and harm reduction, some countries struggle with low vaccine coverage and inadequate access to sterile needles for injecting drug users.
A study of 9,036 mechanical thrombectomy procedures found that conscious sedation (CS)-dominant centers had faster door-to-recanalization times and lower in-hospital mortality compared to general anesthesia (GA)-dominant centers. However, the benefits of CS were only observed at centers where it was routinely used.
A new national study reveals that about two-thirds of federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) offer prenatal care, while one in three do not, highlighting missed opportunities to address inequities in maternal health access. The study underscores the critical role of FQHCs in caring for low-income and racially diverse pregnant popul...
A new study published in Prevention Science suggests that current prevention efforts may not be reaching enough people or providing a worthwhile return on investment. The researchers propose a more scalable approach embedded directly into systems people already interact with daily.
Researchers propose a new classification method for end-to-end congestion control protocols in datacenters. The DCEF framework categorizes classic protocols from 2010 to 2022, evaluating their performance, convergence and deployability with the emergence of SmartNICs.
A new study suggests that data centers can lower average energy costs by providing grid flexibility during high-cost periods. The researchers found cost savings of up to 5% in Texas, 4% in the Mid-Atlantic region, and 2% in western U.S. states by shifting more than 20% of their consumption to non-peak hours.
A recent study found that the FDA approval of semaglutide for weight management led to a significant increase in calls to poison control centers, with over 8,000 cases reported by 2023. The majority of errors were preventable and stemmed from unintentional dosing or therapeutic mistakes.
The American College of Cardiology has selected 47 clinicians to participate in its inaugural Fuster Prevention Forum, which focuses on early cardiovascular disease prevention. Participants will gain skills to enact change and foster a culture of prevention in their communities.
A new study has overturned longstanding ideas about how germinal centers function, revealing that they are far more selective than once thought. The findings suggest that the immune system ultimately produces stronger antibodies by repeating a noisy, almost random process over and over across many germinal centers.
A University of Mississippi-led study reveals counties in the US Deep South with high HIV rates and limited access to prevention tools. Public health leaders can use a prevention gap index to identify areas for targeted intervention and allocate resources effectively.
The Healthcare Infection Prevention Advisory Group (HIPAG) aims to address gaps in infection prevention expertise and support evidence-based practices. HIPAG will provide national expertise on antimicrobial resistance, emerging infectious disease threats, and frontline healthcare operations.
Researchers at Arizona State University measured air temperatures downwind and upwind of data centers in Phoenix, finding a significant impact on surrounding neighborhoods. Temperatures downwind averaged 1.3-1.6 degrees warmer than upwind, with detectable effects up to five city blocks away.
The $12 million grant from the Four Pines Fund will help Henry Ford Health expand its proven Zero Suicide Model to Kaiser Permanente Colorado and HealthPartners in Minnesota. The model has been shown to reduce patient suicides by 25% or more.
Visitors to a California region with numerous substance use disorder treatment centers experience higher levels of overdose, particularly out-of-state individuals. The study suggests that the industry's lack of oversight and predatory practices contribute to this hotspot.
A new review proposes a prevention-focused framework for understanding Parkinson's disease risk, highlighting the role of early-life vulnerability, environmental exposures, and resilience factors. The study suggests that susceptibility to PD may begin earlier in life through interactions between biology and environment.
The IADR Colgate Research in Prevention Travel Award recognizes young researchers tackling oral disease prevention, supporting their presentation to the international dental community. The award provides travel stipends and commemorative plaques to awardees.
Calls to poison centers about kava, a plant-based drug promoted as a healthy alternative, rose 383% between 2011 and 2025. The number of exposures leading to severe health outcomes also increased, with 32% in 2025.
Researchers found a direct line of communication between the brain's stress centers and decision-making regions, which is disrupted by alcohol. This disruption can lead to unhealthy habits and relapse during recovery from alcohol use disorder.
A recent study published in JAMA Oncology suggests that obesity control is a potentially effective strategy for cancer prevention. The research reveals that successful weight management can lead to a significant reduction in the risk of various cancers, making it an underutilized approach in cancer prevention.
Researchers found that community health centers sustained strong patient-clinician relationships during the pandemic, with higher continuity rates among older adults and those with above-average income. Lower continuity rates were associated with female gender, Hispanic ethnicity, and telehealth use.
Researchers at Ragon Institute discovered that antibodies produced in germinal centers act as a 'brake' on selection, redirecting the immune system toward broader protection. Stronger-binding B cells suppress weaker ones targeting the same site, establishing a localized feedback loop.
Researchers have developed a passive, solar-powered orbital data center that can scale AI computing and reduce environmental impact. The system leverages decades of research on 'tethers' and could host thousands of computing nodes to replicate terrestrial data centers.
The Fuster Prevention Forum will teach clinicians effective ways to educate children, parents, and educators in their communities on nutrition, physical activity, and emotional well-being. The program aims to create a culture of prevention and promote sustainable, community-based initiatives.
The APIC and SHEA have established the Healthcare Infection Prevention Advisory Group (HIPAG) to fill gaps in coordinated infection prevention efforts. The group aims to provide timely, evidence-informed advisory expertise to support organizational needs and promote alignment among healthcare stakeholders.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has been awarded $29 million by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) to support impactful prevention programs and groundbreaking cancer research. The funding will also enable the recruitment of a CPRIT Scholar.
The 2025 European Scientific Conference on Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology (ESCAIDE) brings together over 3,000 participants to exchange knowledge and strengthen collaboration in infectious disease prevention and control. The conference highlights urgent priorities such as building trust in science, demonstrating science-based ...
A PhD student at Lehigh University is working with Siemens to develop real-time monitoring and control tools for hyperscale data centers. The goal is to create a localized power network that can operate independently of the main grid, reducing power demands from artificial intelligence and increasing energy efficiency.
Researchers at Wayne State University will develop a sustainable infrastructure for multi-tiered SUD prevention in high schools. The project aims to build upon prior research to establish a blueprint for implementing evidence-based programs in schools, addressing the need for sustained delivery and long-term impact.
The Global Virus Network welcomes three new Centers of Excellence in the US, Brazil, and Canada, strengthening its presence across the Americas. The new centers will focus on combating viral threats from HIV and arboviruses to emerging pathogens and future pandemic agents.
The updated guidance offers practical, evidence-informed strategies to prevent and control infections in nursing homes, supporting both short-stay and long-stay residents' safety. Developed by experts in geriatrics, infectious diseases, infection prevention, and epidemiology, the document has been reviewed and endorsed by leading profe...
A new study published in JAMA demonstrates that an AI-powered lifestyle intervention app for prediabetes can reduce the risk of diabetes similarly to traditional, human-led programs. The app achieved higher rates of program initiation and completion compared to traditional programs.
A new national study suggests that strengthening screening programs at community-based federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) could significantly increase cervical cancer screening rates and ultimately save thousands of lives. Currently, only about 55% of women seen at FQHCs are up to date on cervical cancer screening, far below th...
The VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, along with 61 other NCI-Designated Cancer Centers, has endorsed a joint statement urging healthcare systems and the public to prioritize HPV vaccination for cancer prevention. HPV vaccination is safe and effective in preventing six types of cancers caused by HPV infection.
A large international study found that arts-based programs can make health messages more memorable and relevant to people's lives, improving health behaviors and cultural relevance of disease prevention programs. The study suggests that arts could be a vital part of the toolkit for promoting health and preventing disease.
The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) has received a $5.7 million NIH award renewal to continue and expand the Nathan Shock Centers Coordinating Center, coordinating basic research in aging biology. The centers aim to advance understanding of aging and develop therapies to improve health at any age.
A CU Boulder-led initiative reduced youth violence and arrests by 75% in Denver's Montbello and Park Hill neighborhoods through a 'violence prevention infrastructure'. The program worked with community organizations to provide training, screenings, and positive adult role models, leading to lasting impacts.
Researchers propose a novel control scheme to address challenges in traditional backstepping control designs and event-triggered control. The scheme significantly reduces communication bandwidth usage, offering a new approach for efficient control of complex industrial systems.
The American Heart Association's Lp(a) Community Health Centers Discovery Project aims to increase awareness and shared decision making around Lp(a), a genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease. By expanding access to Lp(a) screening, the initiative may help reduce the risk of ASCVD-related events such as heart attacks and strokes.
Elevated lipoprotein(a) is an independent genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Community health centers participating in the Lp(a) Discovery Project and Community Health Centers Discovery Project have successfully added new screening processes, increasing testing at sites.
The National Center to Reframe Aging is partnering with the Pennsylvania Department of Aging to develop effective communication strategies for senior community centers. Effective reframing will increase public awareness, engagement, and investment in these vital spaces where older people can remain active, connected, and valued.
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has launched new weekly surveillance updates and public health guidance on mosquito-borne diseases, covering chikungunya, dengue, Zika, and West Nile viruses. The reports provide a comprehensive view of the evolving situation across European countries.
A longitudinal study found that the COVID-19 pandemic significantly decreased US adults' confidence in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while increasing trust in personal doctors and local health departments. Confidence in these institutions dropped by 26% between 2020 and 2024.
Researchers at the University of Tartu Institute of Computer Science have developed a novel approach to reduce electronic waste by turning old smartphones into tiny data centers. These mini data centers can efficiently process and store data, offering a wide range of applications in urban environments.
A study found that between 11.6% and 20.2% of women with a history of pregnancy or testing for pregnancy visited crisis pregnancy centers across four US states, including Arizona and New Jersey. The attendance rates were not correlated with age, race, or socioeconomic status.
A study by Trinity Consultants identifies effective means of controlling data center noise, including sound barriers and low-frequency resonators. The goal is to create a quieter breed of data centers that can coexist with residential areas, protecting residents from excessive noise.
These Ohio-based centers have consistently ranked among the best in the nation for their advanced wound care services and hyperbaric oxygen treatment. The Healogics President's Circle Award recognizes outstanding clinical outcomes and high patient satisfaction.
The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America and other medical societies released a joint position paper calling on US healthcare facilities to elevate their Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) programs. The new guidelines aim to transform IPC into proactive, data-driven elements of healthcare delivery with measurable outcomes.
The latest ACS cancer prevention and early detection report reveals mixed progress in major cancer risk factors, preventive behaviors, and screenings among US adults. Smoking rates have continued to decrease, while breast and colorectal cancer screening have rebounded, but cervical cancer prevention remains a concern.
The Helmholtz Health Prevention Task Force aims to develop new frameworks for prevention strategies using big data and advanced analytics. The team focuses on personalized health trends and risk factors to enable earlier detection and intervention for common diseases.
A survey of 125 people in Providence, Rhode Island found that 74% supported an overdose prevention center opening in their neighborhood, while 81% supported it elsewhere. The results suggest that community acceptance of OPCs is high and can be built through engagement with local members.
A study published in iEnergy found that strategically locating data centers in western China can reduce carbon emissions. By shifting 33% of computational load from Eastern China to the West, overall carbon emissions are reduced by 26%.
Two Indian hospitals, Apollo Hospital in Hyderabad and Aster Hospital in Calicut, have been certified as Comprehensive Stroke Centers by the American Heart Association. These centers meet rigorous standards for stroke care, including advanced imaging and treatment capabilities. This certification is part of the Association's efforts to...
A study by Rockefeller University reveals that germinal centers suppress mutation during rapid proliferation and resume it after expansion, enabling efficient antibody production. This discovery may have broader implications for vaccine design and immune therapies.
The Endocrine Society calls for the reinstatement of the Diabetes Prevention Program, which has been halted by government funding cuts. The program, spanning three decades, found that lifestyle changes or metformin could prevent or delay type 2 diabetes in at-risk individuals, with a notable 58% risk reduction through 5%-7% weight loss.
Researchers discovered that exposure to similar behaviors within a person's social network is the most significant factor predicting individual prevention behaviors. Household-level interventions targeting entire families could result in more effective prevention strategies.
Researchers found that mobile units with peer navigation improved health outcomes for participants with opioid use disorder, with about seven percent on medication and 35 percent virally suppressed. The study also showed lower odds of all-cause mortality in the intervention arm.
A new paper highlights the need for enhanced federal investment in firearm injury prevention research to address the rising rates of fatalities and injuries. The authors draw a parallel with pediatric cancer research, noting significant progress driven by federal funding.
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control reports a significant increase in measles cases across EU/EEA countries, with eight out of ten unvaccinated individuals contracting the disease. Vaccination levels fall short of the 95% target, leaving vulnerable populations susceptible to measles.
A multi-institutional research team from Osaka University has discovered the origin of extremely bright color centers at an oxide/semiconductor interface. The study reveals a correlation between the luminescence of color centers and the density of electron traps, suggesting a specific carbon-related defect as the most promising candidate.
A new study reveals that most well-known national suicide prevention organizations do not have easily accessible resources targeting older adults, who are at the highest risk of suicide. The findings highlight the urgent need for targeted campaigns and tailored prevention programs that address the unique healthcare needs of older adults.