Including irregular time intervals improves animal movement studies
Studies of animal movement and behavior — including those addressing disease spread and animal conservation…
Month: January 2020
UN moves to tackle ‘hidden abuse’ and violence against Europe’s children
Each year, at least 55 million children in Europe suffer some form of physical, sexual,…
Street network patterns reveal worrying worldwide trend towards urban sprawl
New research has found that the local streets of the world’s cities are becoming less…
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Exosomes promote remarkable recovery in stroke
Scientists present brain-imaging data for a new stroke treatment that supported full recovery in swine,…
Colloidal quantum dot laser diodes are just around the corner
Scientists have incorporated meticulously engineered colloidal quantum dots into a new type of light emitting…
Galactic gamma-ray sources reveal birthplaces of high-energy particles
Nine sources of extremely high-energy gamma rays comprise a new catalog compiled by researchers with…
Siblings of children with intellectual disabilities score high on empathy and closeness
A new study finds that relationships between children and their siblings with intellectual disabilities are…
Researchers develop tool to identify molecular receptors in worms
Researchers have developed a laboratory tool that could speed up basic research for scientists working…
Colombia: ‘Staggering number’ of human rights defenders killed in 2019
The UN human rights office, OHCHR, is “deeply troubled by the staggering number of human…
Northern Ireland nurses strike over safe staffing and pay parity
bmj;368/jan14_11/m145/FAF1faPaul Faith/Getty ImagesNurses and other healthcare workers in Northern Ireland have been taking strike action…
No need to dig too deep to find gold!
Why are some porphyry deposits rich in copper while others contain gold? A researcher investigated…
Sand mining is threatening lives along the Mekong River
It’s a resource used in global construction and mined from rivers and coasts across the…
Sixty seconds on . . . London throat
Is that like a London accent?No. “London throat” actually refers to a health condition.Does it…
CQC review raises “serious concerns” over private provider running 113 mental health facilities
Staff working at mental health and adult social care services run by private provider Cygnet…
STAT Plus: At JPM, a debate on Alzheimer’s disease, some family drama in oncology, and a beaten-down biotech
SAN FRANCISCO — While the early hours of biotech’s biggest annual meeting didn’t bring any…
Opinion: Innovation in biotech R&D: New resources offer new hope
Public optimism about American health care seems in short supply if you read the news,…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Roche plans aggressive SMA drug pricing; where are those clinical trial results?
Good morning. Elizabeth Cooney here in Boston while Ed Silverman hobnobs with industry types at…
A forerunner in ‘smart pills’ adopts a new tack as key pharma partnership unravels
SAN FRANCISCO — It was supposed to be a showcase for the way in which…
FDA and NIH let clinical trial sponsors keep results secret, investigation shows
This story was originally published by Science. It is a follow-up to STAT articles in…
Opinion: The downside of strong growth in health care jobs: higher costs
Jobs growth soars (CNBC). November Job Growth Booms (USA Today). US economy smashes forecasts (Business…
Watch: Consumer genetic testing: What do you get for your money?
There are about 6.4 billion individual letters in the human genome. More and more, advertisements…
Sepsis recognition algorithms add to the toxic NHS working environment
Morgan and Majeed’s article raises valid points about the potential overdiagnosis of sepsis but ignores…
True candour about mistakes means full disclosure of system failures
I agree with Maskell that we should be honest and volunteer all information to people…
Decoy molecule neutralizes a range of viruses
The molecule points the way toward treating viruses that cross from animals to humans. Read…
‘Cold Neptune’ and two temperate super-Earths found orbiting nearby stars
A ‘cold Neptune’ and two potentially habitable worlds are part of a cache of five…
How to make it easier to turn plant waste into biofuels
Researchers have developed a new process that could make it much cheaper to produce biofuels…
Peter Betts: saved many normal short children from unnecessary growth hormone treatment
bmj;368/jan14_6/m116/FAF1faPeter Betts undertook his paediatric training in Birmingham at a time when the many current…
Gender reassignment: High Court to say whether NHS guidance on hormone blockers can be legally challenged
The High Court in London has been asked to give the go ahead for a…
What do I need to do to become a consultant?
“Do some groundwork before you start”David Oliver, consultant in geriatrics and acute general medicine“My tips…
Could implanted medical devices be hacked?
“Many implantable devices, probably virtually all of them, have some sort of security vulnerability or…
Rammya Mathew: Why are doctors so unhappy?
I’ve always been curious as to why so few doctors recommend a career in medicine….
The patient who reports a drug allergy
What you need to knowNon-immunological adverse drug reactions are often incorrectly labelled “drug allergy”Unnecessarily labelling…
Kratom Health Benefits And Possible Dangers: What You Need To Know
Animal studies suggest kratom might be an effective pain reliever. Read Original Article: Kratom Health…
Alcoholism Among Chinese Men Now A Bigger Problem Than Ever
“Problem drinking” among men remains a serious problem in China. Read Original Article: Alcoholism Among…
Mysterious Virus In China Reportedly Reaches Thailand
The World Health Organization announced that a female traveler visiting Thailand tested positive for the…
Should Men Avoid Low-Fat Diet?
A low-fat diet cold be associated with a small but significant reduction in testosterone. Read…
Giving People Extra $1 May Help Prevent Suicide, Study Says
A new study shows that giving people a $1 increase in their salary could help…
Common Chemical On Clothes, Toys Linked To Fertility Problems
Researchers found that even short-term exposure to a common chemical in toys, clothes and devices…
Best Keto Diet 2020 Secrets To Successful Weight Loss
Here are some five “keto strategies” that you can do to help you achieve the…
Climate Change Could Spike Violence, Deaths According To New Study
As we enter a new decade, studies are showing that the rising temperatures will start…
Glacier In Antarctic Starts Melting Fast And Scientists Aim To Find Out Why
According to recent research, one of Antarctica’s largest glaciers is melting at a very alarming…
Up To 100 Species Affected By The Ongoing Australian Fires
Per a new study, around 1 billion animals have now already died as a direct…
Scientists Use Glass Beads To Understand How Baby Planets Grow
We’ve all been kids once, so we know that for many reasons, growing up can…
Does Blood Type Dictate Stomach Flu Risk?
New research revealed that our blood type can determine whether we will get infected by…
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Amish Medical Mystery Finally Solved By New Research
Researchers said that they already found what has been causing sudden unexplained cardiac deaths among…
Targeting lead in prenatal vitamins – How one case could change an industry – WWMT-TV
Targeting lead in prenatal vitamins – How one case could change an industry WWMT-TV Read Original…
Airline asks woman to take pregnancy test before boarding flight to Saipan, cites island’s immigration conc… – Fox News
Airline asks woman to take pregnancy test before boarding flight to Saipan, cites island’s immigration…
Study: Pregnancy and marijuana shouldn’t mix – St. Paul Pioneer Press
Study: Pregnancy and marijuana shouldn’t mix St. Paul Pioneer Press Read Original Article: Study: Pregnancy and…
Pregnancy and Postpartum Fitness Class for Mothers in Petoskey – 9&10 News
Pregnancy and Postpartum Fitness Class for Mothers in Petoskey 9&10 News Read Original Article: Pregnancy and…
Discordance Between ART Prescribing Practices and Guidelines in Pregnant Women – Infectious Disease Advisor
Discordance Between ART Prescribing Practices and Guidelines in Pregnant Women Infectious Disease Advisor Read Original Article:…