A new study found that while many with BDD seek cosmetic procedures, only two percent led to improved symptom reduction. The majority of patients continued to experience BDD symptoms despite treatment.
A new study reveals that Latino children with asthma often inaccurately perceive their lung function, resulting in increased emergency room visits and hospitalizations. The study's findings suggest that cultural differences, socioeconomic factors, and limited access to healthcare may contribute to these disparities.
Researchers identify options for restoring joint lubrication to potentially prevent OA. The study found that injecting lubricin into the traumatized joint limits cartilage deterioration and encourages the joint to produce its own lubricin.
A new survey of child psychiatrists reveals that nearly one-third of school-aged and adolescent patients suffer from insomnia, leading to the widespread use of sleep medication. The study suggests that management of insomnia in this population is a common practice, although clinical approaches vary widely.
The Fogarty International Center of the NIH has awarded a five-year, $3.6 million grant to an international AIDS training and research program to continue training foreign researchers in developing countries. The program supports established research training programs in India, Cambodia, the Philippines, and Kenya, and will also focus ...
A study at a small private high school in Rhode Island found that delaying school start time by 30 minutes improved adolescent alertness, mood, and health. The researchers observed significant increases in sleep duration, decreases in daytime sleepiness, and improvements in motivation.
A new report confirms that routine, jail-based HIV testing can identify a substantial proportion of people unknowingly infected with HIV. The study found nearly 170 new HIV diagnoses among Rhode Island inmates during an eight-year period, highlighting the potential for this testing to prevent disease spread.
Researchers at Rhode Island Hospital tested spinal cord stimulation in a single patient with Parkinson's disease, finding that low-frequency SCS worsened symptoms while high-frequency SCS improved motor function. Further studies are needed to confirm these findings and explore potential benefits of this approach for PD patients.
Researchers found that cholinesterase inhibitors improved executive function, visual attention, and simulated driving task performance in patients with mild Alzheimer's disease. The study suggests that these medications may help improve driving abilities in AD patients.
A study from Rhode Island Hospital found that patients over-diagnosed with bipolar disorder were more likely to receive disability payments for a longer period. The researchers propose a link between the two, suggesting that clinicians may over-diagnose bipolar disorder in complex, chronically ill patients seeking secondary gain.
Historical research reveals Darwin's pioneering work on human perception of emotional expression, with implications for modern treatment of schizophrenia and autism. Snyder's study of previously unpublished notes shows that Darwin's experiment is a little-known forerunner for an entire modern field of study.
Several FDA-approved vaccines are effective in protecting women against cervical cancer-causing HPVs, which can be transmitted through sexual contact. The study found that nearly all U.S. states offer HPV vaccination to adolescent girls in juvenile justice facilities.
Long-term elder care residents, HIV-infected and hemodialysis patients are at increased risk of carrying MRSA in their noses. The study found varying quantities of MRSA, with some individuals having as few as 3 colonies and others up to 15 million.
A study found that patients report 20 times more side effects from depression medication than psychiatrists record in charts. The researchers suggest using a self-administered patient questionnaire to improve recognition of side effects.
A study found that teens with a history of crack or cocaine use are six times more likely to engage in unprotected sex, putting them at increased risk for HIV. The researchers suggest that crack cocaine appears to have a significant influence on risky teen behaviors.
A new study from Rhode Island Hospital has found that a widely-used screening tool for bipolar disorder may incorrectly identify borderline personality disorder. The research team tested the accuracy of the Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) and found that it misidentified patients with borderline personality disorder, leading to potent...
A new questionnaire and outcomes measurement scale, CUXOS, has been developed to measure anxiety outcomes reliably. The scale is brief, easy to score, and correlates highly with clinician severity ratings.
Scientists at Rhode Island Hospital have discovered a novel mechanism of cell-to-cell communication using microvesicles, which can reprogram stem cells to behave like healthy cells. This finding offers hope for tissue regeneration and potential treatments for diseases such as cancer.
Researchers will assess the influence of psychosocial and behavioral factors on IBD status, disease activity, and outcomes in young patients. The registry aims to identify barriers to medication adherence and improve overall health.
A new study suggests that clinically-based smoking cessation programs may not be enough to help Latino smokers with asthmatic children kick the habit. Researchers found that a culturally-tailored intervention providing feedback on secondhand smoke exposure was more effective in helping these parents quit smoking.
A new study found that many non-psychiatrist physicians and a substantial minority of psychiatrists reported infrequently using the DSM-IV criteria to diagnose major depressive disorder. This could lead to unnecessary medication prescriptions for patients who do not have major depression.
A new five-year study will examine the connection between asthma symptoms, sleep quality, and academic performance in urban elementary school children aged 7-9. The researchers aim to understand how family and cultural risks contribute to these associations.
A new research at Rhode Island Hospital has identified a treatment for glioblastomas, a deadly brain tumor that offers a poor prognosis and relatively short life expectancy. Using a synthetic form of a naturally-occurring hormone combined with chemotherapy, researchers achieved a 25 percent cure rate in animal models.
The Lancet Infectious Diseases commentary highlights the lack of understanding on influenza transmission and its impact on healthcare worker protection. The article emphasizes the importance of source control, personal protective equipment, and immune status in preventing H1N1 spread.
Rhode Island Hospital has received a $11 million NIH grant to study stem cell biology and tissue regeneration in lung and marrow diseases. The research will focus on determining the true phenotype of marrow stem cells and their fate as tissue.
A recent study published in the journal Transfusion found a significant increase in transfusion-transmitted babesiosis cases in Rhode Island, highlighting the need for better screening tests. The research suggests that blood donors from areas with high prevalence rates should be subject to more rigorous screening protocols.
Researchers at Miriam Hospital's Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center are studying various approaches to prevent and treat obesity, including behavioral interventions and gene-based research. These studies aim to develop innovative strategies to curb the obesity epidemic and its devastating health consequences.
A new study from Rhode Island Hospital found that alcohol-impaired drivers, regardless of injury severity, incur higher medical costs in emergency departments. The study revealed a median charge difference of $4,538 and a longer length of stay, totaling 3.3 hours compared to non-alcohol impaired patients.
Researchers found that successful weight losers respond differently to food cues in the brain, with stronger signals in areas associated with behavioral control and visual attention. This response may lead to preventive or corrective behaviors promoting long-term weight control.
A new study found that only half of federal and state prison systems offer opioid replacement therapy (ORT), a treatment proven to reduce drug-related disease and reincarceration rates. Meanwhile, only 23 states provide referrals for inmates to treatment upon release from prison.
The Center of Biomedical Research Excellence at Rhode Island Hospital has received a $11 million NIH grant to fund its cancer research program. The center will focus on generating new avenues of research, including the identification of biomarkers for diagnostic and prognostic potential in cancer.
Researchers at Rhode Island Hospital successfully implemented an alcohol abuse screening and brief intervention model in a community hospital emergency department, achieving positive results. However, the program's sustainability was limited by the lack of additional staff trained to conduct screenings and interventions. The study high...
Primary care physicians will receive web-based training on melanoma screening through a new program developed with a team of researchers. The goal is to improve detection and reduce mortality rates from melanoma.
A follow-up study found that patients previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder were more likely to be diagnosed with borderline personality disorder or impulse control disorders. The researchers analyzed 82 psychiatric outpatients who received a previous diagnosis of bipolar disorder, which was not confirmed through the Structured Cl...
A new definition of major depressive disorder (MDD) suggests that only mood and cognitive symptoms are included, excluding somatic criteria. This revised definition was found to be highly concordant with the current version in a large sample of psychiatric outpatients, offering benefits such as reduced time needed for assessment and sh...
A new chemotherapy regimen, ABVE-PC, has been identified as a successful treatment for pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma, reducing long-term risks and improving survival rates. The treatment delivers dose-dense drug delivery while minimizing cumulative doses, resulting in lower toxicity and improved outcomes.
A study by Rhode Island Hospital researchers found a substantial link between increased levels of nitrates in the environment and food with increased deaths from diseases such as Alzheimer's, diabetes mellitus, and Parkinson's. The study suggests that reducing nitrate levels in fertilizer and water, detoxifying food and water, may help...
A new study found that estrogen action through GPR30 promotes breast tumor cell survival, rather than growth, and activates integrin α5β1 to create a provisional extracellular matrix. This suggests that targeting GPR30 may be an important step in controlling ER-positive breast cancer.
A new study found that approximately 10% of children with bipolar disorder experience irritable-only mania, and these participants are significantly younger than those with elation-only or both symptoms. The study suggests that irritability should be included in the diagnosis of pediatric bipolar disorder.
A letter to the editor suggests that older individuals may be protected from infection due to previous exposure to similar H1N1 strains. This could potentially impact the severity of current and future pandemics.
A study published in Obesity Surgery found that severely obese individuals exhibit little habituation to food cues, resulting in impaired satiation and increased food consumption. This impairment may contribute to poor weight loss outcomes after bariatric surgery.
A new study found that controlling maternal feeding practices are not directly linked to future child weight gain. Instead, they may be a response to concerns over the child's increasing weight. The researchers suggest that some degree of control may actually help certain children maintain their weight.
A recent study found that genetic variations involving endothelial dysfunction and platelet aggregation contribute to depressive symptoms in individuals with heart disease. Researchers discovered a significant association between one marker within the vonWillebrand factor gene and depressive symptoms.
Former inmates face significant health risks without Medicaid coverage upon release, including increased drug use and mortality. States can follow New York's lead by suspending Medicaid benefits instead of terminating them, allowing for smoother re-enrollment process.
Researchers found that cognitive behavioral therapy can reduce the frequency of seizures in patients with PNES, improving their overall quality of life. The study also showed significant improvement in depression, anxiety, and psychosocial functioning.
The Ocean State Clinical Coordinating Center at Rhode Island Hospital will oversee a Phase II study of CytoFab to treat severe sepsis. The center, led by Dr. Steven LaRosa, has been awarded $800,000 to coordinate the trial's international sites.
A new study confirms obesity-driven testing strategies can identify commercial truck drivers with high likelihood of obstructive sleep apnea, suggesting mandatory screenings could reduce truck crashes. The study also highlights the need for prohibition of 'doctor shopping' to ensure drivers receive treatment.
A new study found direct correlations between variables and the severity of flat head syndrome in infants, identifying risk factors such as lower gestational age, male sex, and multiple-birth pregnancies. The study also questioned the effectiveness of non-helmet devices in treating or preventing the condition.
A new study by physician researchers has identified an increased prevalence of left-handedness in children with hemifacial microsomia, a congenital disorder that affects the development of the lower half of the face. The study found 26% of patients were left-hand dominant compared to 11% in the control group.
Researchers at Rhode Island Hospital completed a study on flu transmission to better understand the impact of infection control measures during a possible flu pandemic. The study found that pre-symptomatic transmission of influenza may be more significant than previously thought, and that small-particle aerosols from infected individua...