Shortened medical training for physiotherapists and pharmacists must not reduce standards, doctors warn
The government has announced proposals for existing healthcare professionals, such as physiotherapists or pharmacists, to…
Month: February 2020
Feedback training beyond simplistic models
Feedback is essential for learning but, as Womersley and Ripullone point out, the delivery can…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Two more Alzheimer’s drugs fail in studies; how Democratic candidates differ on lowering drug costs
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to another working week. We hope the weekend respite was…
‘Rule breaking’ plants may be climate change survivors
Plants that break some of the ‘rules’ of ecology by adapting in unconventional ways may…
Single HPV vaccine dose may be effective against cervical cancer
New research indicates that a single dose of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is as…
Acid-loving microbe can improve understanding of past climate
Study of an ‘extremophile’ found in the hot springs of Yellowstone National Park can be…
El Niño contributes to insect collapse in the Amazon
Hotter and drier El Niño events are having an alarming effect on biodiversity in the…
Scientists warn humanity about worldwide insect decline
Insect declines and extinctions are accelerating in many parts of the world. With this comes…
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Improving nutrition in India: encouraging informed food choices
As emphasised by Li and colleagues, public policies for improving food are important in ensuring…
Coronavirus: global stocks of protective gear are depleted, with demand at “100 times” normal level, WHO warns
The demand for personal protective equipment such as masks and respirators is 100 times the…
Sixty seconds on . . . white bread
Never touch the stuff, it’s so unhealthy!Well, it may be about to get healthier after…
Opinion: 10 reasons why health care startups fail
In our roles at MedTech Innovator, a global accelerator for medtech startups, we’ve worked with…
Opinion: Armchair philosophizing doesn’t help conscious patients in vegetative states
“Imagine.” This word let a severely brain injured patient tell neuroscientists she was still conscious…
In their words: Warren, Buttigieg, Klobuchar, and other Democrats explain exactly how they’d lower drug prices
Every single Democratic presidential candidate agrees that the federal government should take a far more…
Fluctuating funding and flagging interest hurt coronavirus research, leaving crucial knowledge gaps
Journalists covering the emergence and spread of the new coronavirus in China are awash with…
The vodka trial: In search of a treatment for vocal disorders, a researcher puts patient anecdotes to the test
Mondays are vodka days. For the members of Dr. Kristina Simonyan’s lab, this is not…
STAT Plus: Investor impatience with Gilead reclamation project sparks acquisition chatter
In recent days, there’s been investor chatter about stalled-out Gilead Sciences (GILD) becoming a takeover…
More Than 1,000 Cases Of Chinese Theft Of US Technology Being Investigated By FBI
According to a recent update, there are more than 1,000 cases of Chinese theft of…
Move Over Wifi, LiFi Is Now Here: How This New Technology Will Impact Internet Usage
The advent of modern technology has brought a rapidly growing number of users, devices and…
Karuna: A New Animal Rescue Community In Town
Named after the Sanskrit word for ‘‘compassion,’’ Karuna is a new animal rescue organization located…
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The Betelgeuse Star Is Acting Weird, Per Scientists
Betelgeuse’s red tone has become a traditional sky-watching target during the month of February. However,…
Transhumanists Believe Technology Can End Human Suffering
According to one of the world’s current most prominent transhumanists, new and future technology can…
Scientists On A Race To Develop Cure For Coronavirus
According to the newest update, scientists from all over the world including the United States…
Can Online Shopping Give You Coronavirus?
Public health officials debunked claims that receiving items or packages from China amid the coronavirus…
Telltale Signs You Have Tapeworm In Your Body
These obvious signs will let you know that tapeworms have already infected your body. Read…
Boy Dies Of Flu After Mother Receives Advice From Anti-Vax Group
This week, tragedy befell the state of Colorado after a news outlet revealed that it…
Low-Acid Diet Recommended For Healthier Kidneys
Here’s how to properly take care of your kidney to avoid disease, per a nephrologist….
Coronavirus Global Deaths Soars To Alarming Rate, Surpasses SARS
As per the latest news release, China’s coronavirus death toll has reportedly surpassed that of…
Can Lysol Sprays, Clorox Wipes Help Combat Coronavirus Outbreak?
People have been talking about some products of Lysol and Clorox due to reports on…
The 10 Best Post-Pregnancy Workouts | BabyGaga – BabyGaga
The 10 Best Post-Pregnancy Workouts | BabyGaga BabyGaga Read Original Article: The 10 Best Post-Pregnancy Workouts…
Synchronicity: Silver City’s La Clinica celebrates its 200th midwife-assisted birth – Silver City Daily Press and Independent
Synchronicity: Silver City’s La Clinica celebrates its 200th midwife-assisted birth Silver City Daily Press and Independent…
Kennewick woman says unaware of pregnancy until days before delivery – KEPR 19
Kennewick woman says unaware of pregnancy until days before delivery KEPR 19 Read Original Article: Kennewick…
Here’s The Best Hair Loss Advice From An Expert
Here’s what an expert has to say about hair loss. Read Original Article: Here’s The…
Dry Skin vs. Dehydrated Skin: What’s The Difference?
Here’s what you need to know about dry skin and dehydrated skin. Read Original Article:…
How To Choose The Best Hand Sanitizer For You
Here’s what you need to know when choosing the correct hand sanitizer. Read Original Article:…
First-of-its-kind hydrogel platform enables on-demand production of medicines, chemicals
A team of chemical engineers has developed a new way to produce medicines and chemicals…
Bioengineers 3D-print implants to seed multiple layers of tissue
Bioengineers print 3D implants with layered cells destined to become distinct combinations of tissue, like…
Dietary interventions may slow onset of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders
Significantly reducing dietary levels of the amino acid methionine could slow onset and progression of…
Discovery paves path forward in the fight against the deadliest form of malaria
Scientists have identified a key molecule involved in the development of cerebral malaria, a deadly…
Helping discover the diversity in soil
Microbiological communities reveal a great deal of information about the state of soils. A lot…
Cuttlefish eat less for lunch when they know there’ll be shrimp for dinner
Cuttlefish can rapidly learn from experience and adapt their eating behavior accordingly, a new study…
Artificial Sweeteners Help Identify Treated Wastewater Discharged In Local Streams
A new study found that 13 percent of wastewater discharged from septic tanks was identified…
New Plant-Based Drug Shows Cancer Treatment Potential
According to new study, curcumin, a plant-based polyphenol, can be used to treat cancer. Read…
Mental Health Support, Drugs Prescribed For Chronic Pain
Instead of explicitly using opioids, seeking mental health support could help when dealing with chronic…
Study Abroad Programs On Hold Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
Universities have temporarily stopped the foreign exchange programs with China till the coronavirus outbreak is…
Heart disease, hypertension on the rise in pregnant women: What is it, what are the risks? – CBS News
Heart disease, hypertension on the rise in pregnant women: What is it, what are the…
Miss Manners: Rude brat ‘got pregnant ahead of me’ – The Mercury News
Miss Manners: Rude brat ‘got pregnant ahead of me’ The Mercury News Read Original Article: Miss…
Pregnancy center wants to exclusively hire pro-lifers, lawsuit claims – New York Post
Pregnancy center wants to exclusively hire pro-lifers, lawsuit claims New York Post Read Original Article: Pregnancy…
World Urban Forum looks to realize a ‘common vision’ for cities of the future
The Tenth Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF10), the largest global gathering on the…
WHO cautions that transmission of the new coronavirus outside of China could increase
The World Health Organization’s director-general cautioned Saturday that transmission of the new coronavirus outside of…