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A study published in the Journal of Addiction Research & Therapy found that 66% of respondents who switched to vaping reported an improvement in respiratory symptoms, while 5% experienced worsening. Vaping may provide antimicrobial protection through propylene glycol, reducing infection rates.
A NYIT researcher has won an NIH grant to investigate methamphetamine's impact on the body's inflammatory response and wound healing. The study aims to understand how meth causes overproduction of IL-6, delaying inflammation and healing.
A new study by Michigan State University scholar Chezare Warren found that over-supporting urban black males in high school can have negative consequences for their academic success in college. The research suggests that balancing instructional and social supports is crucial to preparing students academically for college
A new study suggests that high-fat, high-sugar diets during pregnancy may be associated with symptoms of ADHD in children who exhibit early conduct problems. Higher IGF2 methylation was linked to increased ADHD symptoms in these children.
Researchers at Florida Atlantic University have discovered a natural compound, leiodermatolide, that inhibits cancer cell growth and blocks division using low concentrations. The compound has shown significant tumor reduction in a mouse model of metastatic pancreatic cancer.
The study found that implementing a telephone postoperative clinic reduced in-person clinic visits by 44% while maintaining satisfactory patient outcomes. The clinic also increased access to care for patients with long travel distances, improving their overall experience.
The University of Cincinnati has received a five-year, $4.3 million NIH grant to continue work at its Mouse Metabolic Phenotyping Center in Reading, Ohio. The center provides experimental testing services for scientists studying diabetes and metabolic diseases in mice.
A US study found significant reductions in cocaine and methamphetamine use following government restrictions on sodium permanganate and pseudoephedrine. The disruptions, implemented in 2006 and 2007, were associated with a 32% decrease in cocaine users and a 45% decrease in methamphetamine users.
Researchers at King's College London discovered that a gene called TRPM2 initiates a 'warm' signal in mice, driving them to seek cooler environments. The study sheds light on the molecular mechanisms responsible for detecting warmth in sensory neurons.
A new study by King's College London casts doubt on claims of inherent optimism bias about the future. Researchers found that people learn more from negative news than positive news, contradicting prior studies' conclusions.
A new study published in Arthritis & Rheumatology suggests that the DASH diet can effectively lower blood levels of uric acid, a known trigger of gout. The DASH diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, was found to lower uric acid by an average of 0.35 mg/dL.
A study by U of T Engineering researchers found that up to 30% of AEDs are locked inside closed buildings, leading to a 21.5% coverage loss during evenings, nights, and weekends. The researchers propose a model to optimize AED placement considering location and availability, which could improve accessibility by an average 25%.
A UK study of 186,000 participants found that offspring with long-lived parents have lower rates of cardiovascular conditions. The researchers discovered an inverse relationship between the age of parents' death and the mortality rate of offspring.
According to a Virginia Tech researcher, replacing just one calorie-laden drink with water can have significant benefits for overall health. By reducing daily calories from sugary beverages, individuals can lower their risk of weight gain, obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
Research found that 21.5% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occurred near an AED, but it was inaccessible at the time of the arrest, resulting in coverage loss. Implementing models that account for both location and availability when determining AED placement could increase access to devices.
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that incentive payments led to an increase in quit rates among low-income smokers. At 18 months, almost 6 percentage points higher abstinence rates were observed among those who received financial incentives.
A recent study examined telephone calls received by a regional sexual assault hotline, revealing that 40.7% of callers were victims themselves, with most calls reporting sexual assault with physical contact. The study emphasizes the need for training in handling both immediate and long-term emotional impacts of sexual assault.
New research reveals that Android apps can automatically transmit sensitive information, such as routes traveled, through phone sensors, bypassing user consent. The study found a 50% chance that the actual path taken was one of the five most likely paths generated by the algorithm.
Researchers are developing computing tools to access and analyze large patient data sets. This will enable scientists and doctors to make more accurate predictions about patient outcomes and develop new treatments for diseases. The National Science Foundation has awarded a five-year grant to Junzhou Huang to pursue this research.
The FDA commissioner emphasizes the need for rigorous evaluation of new approaches in treating patients and improving cardiovascular outcomes. Despite progress, there is a risk of harm if systems for evidence generation and healthcare delivery do not keep pace with technological advancements.
Researchers propose deep underground rocks excavated by meteorite blasts as a promising place to find organic compounds indicative of past or present life on Mars. However, they found that some types of organic compounds are destroyed by impact pressures, while others undergo chemical changes but remain resistant.
Research finds women's body dissatisfaction decreasing over time, while men's remains relatively constant. The study suggests a positive trend towards increased body diversity and acceptance among women, potentially influenced by the rise of body positivity movement.
Researchers developed a vaccine made from an engineered HSV-2 virus that lacks expression of glycoprotein D, which protects mice from multiple clinical isolates of HSV-1 and HSV-2 infection. Mice rapidly cleared the virus after infection and did not develop long-term latent infections.
A study found that insect tibias are best suited for high-stress activities like jumping and righting when overturned, with similar strength across desert locust, American cockroach, and Death's Head cockroach species.
Researchers found that increasing mobility through a popular place can reduce outbreak severity, unlike reducing flow which would increase susceptibility to infection. The team proposes strategies to control the flow of people to minimize risk while maintaining high occupancy.
A new study conducted by researchers from Florida Atlantic University reveals that Millennials are not the 'hookup generation' as previously thought. The study found that Millennials born in the early 1990s were significantly more likely to report no sexual partners after age 18, compared to GenX'ers born in the late 1960s.
A Perspective article highlights the importance of including medication purpose on prescriptions to enhance safety, prescribe appropriately, and improve convenience. By recording indications, clinicians can reduce errors, enable patients to better understand their regimens, and identify therapeutic alternatives.
Researchers at NSU discovered that barnacles can modify their penis shape, size, and length based on environmental conditions. This unique adaptation allows them to optimize their reproductive success.
A University of South Florida study found that placental syndromes increase women's short-term risk for cardiovascular diseases. Women with placental syndromes and poor fetal outcomes have a 45% higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease within five years of their first pregnancy.
A study found that Medicaid expansion led to a significant increase in Medicaid enrollment among patients who received liver transplants funded by commercial insurance. The expansion resulted in a 50% increase in enrolling in Medicaid after 2014, while there was no impact on uninsured care usage.
A transdisciplinary team at Virginia Tech is developing a new curriculum model that prepares engineering undergraduates with disciplinary depth and flexible learning experiences. The project aims to broaden the diversity of students entering the program and provide them with adaptive skills to address real-world problems.
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have determined the most likely configuration of rhodopsin in a living organism, finding it exists as a dimer, a two-molecule complex. This discovery may help develop future treatments for retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative eye disease with no known cure.
Using genomic data from three lizard species, City College of New York-led researchers gained insights on the impact of climate change on animal populations in South American forests. The findings improve ways to model biodiversity distribution in the past and future.
A multi-university research team found that researchers and practitioners share common interests in reducing pay inequality, improving employee morale, and leveraging technological innovation. The study suggests four steps for business schools to improve collaboration: promoting research findings, creating a new journal focused on prac...
A new study published in Pediatrics analyzed nearly 7,000 head impacts during a high school football team's season and post-season, finding that player-vs.-player hits resulted in the most severe impacts. The study's findings support recent guidelines encouraging players to avoid leading with their heads when hitting another player.
A new study found that starting blood-thinning medications within 72 hours of hospital arrival significantly reduces the likelihood of life-threatening blood clots in patients with traumatic brain injury. The study also showed no increase in risk of bleeding complications or death.
The University of Houston will launch a new effort to educate and support Latina mothers and families on postpartum depression, thanks to a $500,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The two-year project aims to develop culturally responsive interventions to address the high risk of postpartum depression among Latina new moms.
A new compound, mitoiron claw, protects skin cells from UVA-induced mitochondrial damage, preventing cell death and cancer. The researchers hope to see the compound added to sunscreens within 3-4 years.
A Canadian hospital implemented strategies to reduce operating room traffic, which led to a significant decrease in orthopedic surgical site infections. The hospital reduced door openings from 42-70 to 3.2 per case, resulting in a 1.7% decrease in SSIs.
Researchers found that deploying crash-avoidance technologies in vehicles could prevent up to 1.3 million crashes per year, including 10,100 fatal wrecks. The study estimates a net benefit of $202 billion or $861 per car, with potential for larger benefits over time.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center implemented blood utilization practice guidelines, resulting in a 30% reduction in blood transfusions and $2 million savings. The new guidelines also reduced blood wastage by 75%, from 300 to 80 units, improving patient outcomes and optimizing the use of this limited resource.
An automated communication system has been shown to improve surgical patient engagement in preventing SSIs, with a high degree of patient acceptance. The system's two-pronged approach reminds patients to follow antibiotic protocols and reports signs of infection, reducing the risk of rehospitalization and treatment costs.
Researchers found that patients with a rare autoimmune disorder produce antibodies that limit immune-related diseases, including type 1 diabetes. These autoantibodies target proteins such as interferons and interleukins, potentially inhibiting the development of type 1 diabetes.
A new study by Colorado State University researchers suggests that women's decision to leave a STEM path after Calculus I is largely driven by confidence in their math abilities, rather than ability itself. If the same percentage of women as men stuck with STEM after Calc I, the percentage of women entering the STEM workforce could be ...
A NYU Meyers study found that changes in the NCLEX-RN licensure examination and global economic crisis led to a significant drop in internationally educated nurses (IENs) in the US. IEN pass rates on the exam have steadily declined from an average of 58% in 2004 to 32% in 2015.
A small rise in alcohol prices could significantly reduce violence-related injuries in England and Wales, with an estimated 6,000 fewer emergency care visits per year. The study suggests that reforming the current alcohol taxation system would be more effective at reducing violence than minimum unit pricing.
Patients undergoing bariatric surgery at accredited centers have lower risks of serious complications, including death, and experience lower hospital charges. The American College of Surgeons review study analyzed over 1 million patients and found significant benefits of accreditation.
A study found that Hispanic children who receive a hands-off approach to eating from their parents are more likely to snack excessively, consuming over 40% of daily added sugars from snacks. The study suggests this may be particularly concerning for overweight and obese children with greater appetitive drives.
A study by Rice University researchers found that religious identification dampens the negative effect of political conservatism on environmental consumption. The data showed a smaller gap between liberal and conservative pro-environment consumers among the very religious, challenging stereotypes about religion and environmental care.
Seventeen undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds participate in a ten-week research experience focused on heart and lung diseases. The program provides career mentoring, research training, and networking opportunities to prepare students for advanced study in biomedical science.
A major international study found that family members play a crucial role in supporting individuals with diabetes, but also face significant emotional strain. The research highlights the need for healthcare providers to include family members in educational sessions and provide them with resources to manage their loved one's condition.
A new study confirms that lupus prevalence is higher in non-European populations due to a genetic basis. The research identified 10 additional risk alleles associated with lupus, bringing the total to 88.
Researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine have developed a home-based intervention to improve oral hygiene and feeding practices among South Asian mothers in the Bronx. The program aims to reduce childhood obesity and cavities by targeting common risk factors such as bottle-feeding and extended use of sippy cups.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is part of a national initiative to enroll 150,000 participants in the Precision Medicine Initiative Cohort Program. Participants will share health and lifestyle data to develop personalized prevention strategies and treatments.
A Michigan State University researcher is helping a farmers market and local food sources go mobile in Flint, providing healthier options to those most in need. The mobile market will offer fruits, veggies, meat, cheese, dairy, grains, and other foods, with community buy-in essential for its success.
Researchers found that people who were easily bored tended to endorse more extreme political views. A second survey of 300 people also linked boredom with searching for meaning in life and political extremism.
A study by Florida Atlantic University researcher Michael N. Kane finds that Catholic priests are struggling with retirement due to a declining population and increasing burnout. The priests' limited financial options and lack of clear retirement policies make it difficult for them to retire without facing significant challenges.
A study published in Public Health Nursing highlights the cognitive factors that inhibit effective driving among older adults with dementia. The authors propose a three-pronged approach to testing for safety, including patient assessments and medication reviews, computerized simulations, and road tests. This evaluation program aims to ...
A study of nearly 3,000 centenarians and near-centenarians found that those who live exceptionally long lives have a delayed onset of major age-related disease. This suggests that discoveries made in one group of centenarians can be generalized to diverse populations.
A new study from King's College London examined Freud's theory on Hysteria, a disorder resulting in severe neurological symptoms. The research found that stressors around the time of onset might be relevant for some patients with Conversion Disorder (CD), challenging the sole cause of trauma assumption. However, the study also highligh...