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A new study found that grassroots awareness and education programs have more than doubled minority organ donations since their inception. The National Minority Organ Tissue Transplant Education Program has increased the percentage of minority donors to 35%.
New research findings indicate that delaying cholecystectomy in elderly patients with acute cholecystitis results in increased costs, morbidity, and mortality. Prompt surgical treatment leads to lower re-admission rates and improved survival rates.
Physician-scientists from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center present several studies at the 2010 American Urological Meeting, including a potential breakthrough in using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors to improve PSA test accuracy for prostate cancer diagnosis. Additionally, they present results on robotic surgery ...
A study published in the Journal of Consumer Affairs found that only 27% of young adults (23-28 years old) can answer basic questions about interest rates, inflation, and risk diversification. This lack of financial literacy is influenced by parental education levels and financial habits.
The American College of Radiology's Task Force on Relationships between Radiology Groups and Hospitals proposes steps to improve relationships between radiologists and healthcare systems. Radiologists must re-dedicate themselves to providing value-added services to patients and referring physicians.
A new study found that college students' alcohol-related traffic-risk behaviors significantly increase when they turn 21 years old. The prevalence and frequency of these behaviors, including driving after drinking or riding with an intoxicated driver, are more common among older students.
Researchers used nondestructive evaluation techniques to analyze ancient coins minted by King Agrippa I and II. The study revealed that the copper used in the coins likely came from mines previously thought not to have been opened until a century later, suggesting a closer relationship between the Romans and the region.
A Spanish Centre for Pharmacoepidemiological Research study found that slow-release NSAIDs increase the risk of gastrointestinal complications, including GI bleeding and perforation. Long half-life or slow-release formulations were associated with a greater risk.
A new type of 95-million-year-old pterosaur has been discovered in Morocco, distinguished by its lance-shaped lower jaw and wing span of about six metres. The discovery suggests that several types of pterosaurs lived alongside one another in the same region, each probably specializing in a different ecological niche.
A recent study found a significant rise in rheumatoid arthritis incidence among women between 1995 and 2007. Researchers attribute the increase to environmental factors such as vitamin D deficiency, cigarette smoking, and lower-dose synthetic estrogens in oral contraceptives.
Researchers at Michigan State University found that osteopathic manipulative medicine significantly reduced hospital stays for pneumonia patients. Additionally, the study showed a slight decrease in intravenous antibiotics needed and respiratory failure.
Einstein College of Medicine receives significant NIH funding to continue its Diabetes Research and Training Center, supporting research into central nervous system role in diabetes, epigenetics, and diabetic complications. The grant enables the development of new therapies for prevention or treatment of diabetes.
Physician-scientists from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center present research findings on suicide prevention, with funding prioritized for post-hospital discharge care. They also explore the relationship between music and creativity through the analysis of composer Frederic Chopin's life.
The American Sociological Association (ASA) has launched the Teaching Resources and Innovations Library for Sociology (TRAILS), an online platform offering peer-reviewed teaching resources, syllabi, and class activities. The tool aims to improve the way professors are evaluated and valued for their teaching skills.
A new technique developed by Dr. Jeremy Mao and his team can orchestrate stem cells to migrate to a three-dimensional scaffold infused with growth factor, holding the potential to yield an anatomically correct tooth in nine weeks once implanted. This approach avoids the need for harvested stem cell lines or creating environments outsid...
The University of Miami will receive a $1.4 million grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute to strengthen its undergraduate science education program. The program aims to attract first-generation college students and those from underrepresented groups to pursue careers in science.
Researchers found that laptops can increase students' engagement, attentiveness, and participation when used to facilitate interactive discussions and activities. Students reported feeling more attentive and able to learn when using LectureTools.
The University of Florida has been awarded a $1.2 million grant from HHMI to support collaborative undergraduate research initiatives. This funding will enable students to work with faculty members trained in different disciplines, fostering a cross-disciplinary approach to solving human health problems.
The Dr. John A. McAdams Jr. Space Center is a unique educational/research facility designed to teach science, math, and technology to K-12 students. The center features state-of-the-art robotics, teleconference systems, and Internet2, aiming to increase STEM competitiveness in the US.
A new article proposes a three-pronged strategy to address conflicts of interest in clinical guideline development, emphasizing intellectual and financial conflicts equally. The approach aims to balance expert insights with the avoidance of inappropriate influence from experts with financial or intellectual conflicts.
Researchers at UGA used a patented signal-enhancing technique to detect and identify Group A rotaviruses in under one minute with over 96% accuracy. This method has the potential to improve public health by providing information on genotypes, aiding in epidemic monitoring and controlling disease.
Rush University Medical Center is conducting an international clinical trial to test celecoxib's effectiveness in preventing precancerous polyps in children with familial adenomatous polyposis. The five-year study aims to assess whether the drug can reduce or prevent polyp formation, offering hope for these patients.
A recent study published in PNAS reveals that Mycobacterium tuberculosis relies on gluconeogenic substrates for growth and persistence, with phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase (PEPCK) playing a pivotal role. This finding could lead to the development of new drug therapies targeting the enzyme, potentially improving treatment outcomes fo...
The University of Nevada, Reno's mining engineering program has received a $2.4 million boost from the mining industry to support environmental solutions and distance education. The program will offer new classes in metallurgical engineering, with two endowed professorships and student scholarships.
Special issue of Journal of the American College of Cardiology explores controversy surrounding cardiac imaging tests. Experts call for balance between risks and benefits, emphasizing that these tests should only be used when clinical benefit exceeds potential harm.
A survey of 2,058 physicians found that 17% of general internists and 4% of internal medicine subspecialists have left their practices by mid-career. The study suggests that the 'general' nature of general internal medicine may give internists more options for careers outside of medicine.
The study found that everolimus-eluting stents demonstrated enhanced safety and efficacy compared to paclitaxel-eluting stents in treating de novo native coronary artery lesions. The trial showed a significant reduction in target-lesion failure and ischemia-driven TLR rates with the use of everolimus-eluting stents.
Kathy Clark's project aims to give math a human face by exploring the lives of women who contributed to mathematics. The program will focus on four women's contributions, including Mary Everest Boole, Sophie Germain, Grace Chisholm Young, and Florence Nightingale.
A pilot pneumonia-prevention program implemented in a hospital surgical ward significantly reduced postoperative pneumonia, with an 81% decrease in incidence. The program, which included eight evidence-based strategies, was highly statistically significant and could improve patient care and lower healthcare costs.
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons found that more than 90% of breast cancer patients had their expectations met or exceeded with regard to dates of service. The study highlights the importance of balancing timeliness with safety, effectiveness and equity in patient satisfaction.
A new study found that cochlear implants improve hearing for older adults with age-related hearing loss. However, the effectiveness of implants decreases with increasing age, highlighting the need to reassess implant criteria for elderly patients.
Researchers have identified key eye characteristics to determine which premature infants are most likely to benefit from early treatment for retinopathy of prematurity, resulting in improved vision and reduced risk of blindness. This new approach aims to improve the lives of thousands of children born prematurely each year.
Michigan State University has established a new Center for Women's Health and Reproduction Research with $6.8 million in funding from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. Asgi T. Fazleabas, a leading infertility researcher, will lead the center and bring expertise to women's reproductive health.
Weill Cornell researchers discovered a single gene, Slitrk5, responsible for OCD-like behaviors in mice. The genetically altered mice exhibited repetitive self-grooming and extreme anxiety, with altered brain functioning mirroring those seen in human OCD patients.
Children and teens who drink 100 percent fruit juice have higher intakes of vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium compared to non-consumers. Higher intake of fruit juice is also associated with increased consumption of whole fruits and whole grains.
The University of Oklahoma National Weather Center has opened its Experimental Green Roof to the public, featuring a 1,280 square-foot system that intercepts solar radiation and reduces stormwater runoff. The project aims to improve energy efficiency, water quality, and urban development in Oklahoma.
The study reveals the crystal structures of two key fluorescent proteins, blue and red, allowing for rational design of new proteins with specific colors. This breakthrough enables researchers to explore biological processes in normal cells versus cancer cells.
Researchers have captured the 3D atomic models of a single transporter protein in its three main structural states, revealing the 'alternating access' mechanism. This discovery offers a detailed understanding of the function of essential chemicals entering cells and creates opportunities for developing new drugs.
Researchers at King's College London have discovered a new biochemical test that can accurately diagnose osteoarthritis earlier than existing methods. The test measures 163 chemical signals in a single blood sample and has been shown to be highly effective in identifying metabolite ratios associated with the condition.
A new study published in The Lancet found that injected liraglutide is more effective than oral sitagliptin at controlling blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes who have inadequate control on standard treatment metformin. Liraglutide was well tolerated with minimal risk of hypoglycaemia.
A study by University of Illinois professor Brendesha Tynes found that white students with color-blind racial attitudes were more likely not to be offended by racially themed party images, while African-Americans were more likely to be bothered. The research suggests that color-blind racial ideology is detrimental to race relations on ...
Research published in Social Science Quarterly finds that young men from lower-income families and with poor grades are more likely to join the military, citing enhanced life chances. The study suggests that military service may help minimize social inequalities and provide a positive turning point for those at risk.
The journal will support high-quality continuing professional development and enable travel medicine practitioners to share research and recent developments. The partnership aims to promote best levels of health and high standards of healthcare worldwide.
A new study found that consumers who choose between equally appealing options build a positivity bubble to justify their decisions. However, this bubble is easily burst by minor negative information, leading to potential dissatisfaction in the long run.
Researchers will examine the relationship between housing status and cardiovascular risk among nearly 1,000 Latino adults. The study aims to influence housing policy and reduce racial disparities in cardiovascular health.
Researchers design compound that effectively blocks BCL6's cancer-causing actions, killing off cancer cells with minimal toxicity. The discovery opens possibilities for treating other tumor types and improving survival rates for patients with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
IGIV has preserved thinking abilities and significantly reduced brain atrophy and ventricular enlargement in mild- to moderate-stage Alzheimer's patients. The study also found a dose-related effect on brain ventricular enlargement, suggesting IGIV may spare brain tissue.
Scientists at Imperial College London have created a comprehensive 3D model of a fossilized cockroach ancestor, Archimylacris eggintoni, which lived around 300 million years ago. The study reveals the physical traits that helped it thrive on the forest floor, including sticky structures on its legs and claws for climbing.
The University of Arizona Superfund Research Program will receive $14 million to investigate metal-laden dust, water contamination and their health effects. The program aims to minimize mine dust and water leachate, stabilize arsenic residuals, and monitor pollutant distribution in air and water.
Federici's research team developed a digital video camera using a terahertz imaging system, which can scan airport passengers quickly and efficiently. The technology uses terahertz rays to transmit through non-metallic mediums, allowing for the detection of concealed explosives or chemical agents.
A study by Penn State researchers found that women undergoing in vitro fertilization had lower success rates if exposed to high levels of nitrogen dioxide. The study, which analyzed data from over 7,400 women, suggests that air pollution may be a factor in reproductive health.
A new study reveals that developing countries are increasing their own health spending, but international aid is sometimes replacing this funding in low-income countries. Channelling aid through NGOs can actually increase government health spending, highlighting the need for better transparency and accountability.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) aims to provide most Americans with access to affordable healthcare, covering over 95% of legal residents. However, the law's impact on primary care access and cost control remains uncertain, with concerns about the shortage of physicians and increasing costs.
A study of 500 undergraduate students found that high-school opportunities in technology shape their abilities to engage in university academics. Insufficient preparation can lead to a sense of not belonging and limited perspectives as academic beings.
Researchers explore why college students prefer hooking up or dating. Women fear emotional attachment, while men value independence in both situations. Men and women agree on benefits and risks of dating and hooking up, with context influencing preferences.
A study of nearly 13,000 FDNY rescue workers found that those exposed to World Trade Center (WTC) dust suffered a persistent decline in lung function, with no meaningful recovery. The largest decline was observed among workers who arrived at the WTC site on 9/11.
Newborn mortality in low-income countries is a significant concern, with many infants going unseen by health services. Community-based approaches, such as community mobilization and home visits by community workers, can improve newborn survival rates, according to a study published in PLoS Medicine.
Dr. Marwan Khaled Tayeh was awarded the 2010 Richard King Trainee Award for his groundbreaking research on targeted comparative genomic hybridization array analysis. The award recognizes his contribution to the identification of deletions and duplications responsible for human diseases.
Researchers have discovered a genetic mutation associated with motor neurone disease that causes proteins to clump together in motor neurones, leading to their death. The new finding provides strong evidence for protein aggregation as the underlying cause of MND.
A new wind power grid could compensate for natural fluctuations in wind direction and strength, providing a smoother power supply. Researchers linked offshore wind generators with a shared power line to achieve this goal.