Babies react to taste and smell in the womb
Scientists took 4D ultrasound scans of 100 pregnant women to see how their unborn babies…
Month: September 2022
Awakening ‘dormant’ cells to fight cancer
The advent of small-molecule targeted therapies, a decade ago, revolutionized the treatment of metastatic melanoma,…
Food for our guts: Human microbes feed on plant sugars
A carbohydrate commonly found attached to plant proteins is a food source for the bacteria…
Ethiopia: Civilians again mired in intractable and deadly war, Human Rights Council hears
Ethiopia’s people are once again “mired…in the intractable and deadly consequences” of conflict between Government…
Shaking the dinosaur family tree: How did ‘bird-hipped’ dinosaurs evolve?
Researchers have conducted a new analysis of the origins of ‘bird-hipped’ dinosaurs — the group…
Two popular diabetes drugs outperformed others in large clinical trial
In a large clinical trial that directly compared four drugs commonly used to treat type…
Seven Ebola cases, one death confirmed in Uganda, WHO scales up response
The UN health agency, WHO, announced on Wednesday that it is speeding up efforts to…
Cobalt-free cathode for lithium-ion batteries
Researchers offer a new mixture of metallic elements to serve as lithium-ion cathodes. This ‘high-entropy…
Rooftop solar cells can be a boon for water conservation too
Electricity-generating rooftop solar cells not only save on planet-warming carbon emissions, they also save a…
Smart microrobots walk autonomously with electronic ‘brains’
Researchers have installed electronic ‘brains’ on solar-powered robots that are 100 to 250 micrometers in…
Myths busted: New studies show telemedicine is effective, doesn’t reduce access to care
Common concerns about telemedicine don’t hold up to scrutiny, a first-of-its-kind study highlighting telemedicine’s effectiveness…
New strategy against harmful inflammation
Scientists identify WASH protein complex as a gatekeeper of neutrophil-driven inflammation. Read Original Article: New…
New JAMA editor says she will focus on communication, diversity, and health equity
The new editor of the Journal of the American Medical Association, Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, has said…
UN experts strongly condemn death of Mahsa Amini, ‘victim of Iran’s sustained repression’
UN independent human rights experts on Thursday strongly condemned the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini,…
Soft devices–powered by ‘stressed’ algae — glow in the dark when squished or stretched
Researchers have developed soft devices containing algae that glow in the dark when experiencing mechanical…
Investigational drug for genetic form of ALS improves disease’s molecular signs
An international phase 3 clinical trial for a rare, inherited form of ALS showed that…
Promising MND drug helps slow disease progression and benefits patients physically
Scientists believe a new genetically-targeted therapy to treat motor neurone disease (MND) could be a…
NIH launches the next stage of its ‘human genome project’ for the brain
The National Institutes of Health on Thursday announced more than $600 million in fresh funding…
People who distrust fellow humans show greater trust in artificial intelligence
A person’s distrust in humans predicts they will have more trust in artificial intelligence’s ability…
Finding the equilibrium of empathy
Life as a junior doctor can be overwhelming. Each day brings a wave of fresh…
STAT+: Pharmalittle: Biogen ALS drug trial yields mixed signals; Novartis makes U.S. growth its top priority
Hello, everyone, and how are you today? A dank cloudy cover greeted us this morning,…
Sifting through cellular recycling centers
A new method allows scientists to determine all the molecules present in the lysosomes —…
Ann Robinson’s research reviews—22 September 2022
Buckling under pressureChildren break their wrists with alarming ease and frequency. The commonest type of…
Type 1 diabetes: Global prevalence is set to double by 2040, study estimates
An estimated 8.4 million people around the world had type 1 diabetes in 2021, and…
Improving our chances of a healthier future
What should we do now to improve health in the future? For women with gestational…
Long covid—an update for primary care
What you need to knowLong covid (prolonged symptoms following covid-19 infection) is common The mainstay…
Dipstick diagnoses . . . and other stories
Diagnosing urinary tract infections in infantsDipstick urinalysis is both sensitive and specific when used for…
Bruise over the palm
A construction worker in his 50s was hit on his right hand by a metal…
Seven days in medicine: 14-20 September 2022
Covid-19End of pandemic is “in sight,” WHO announces“We are not there yet. But the end…
Width of excision margins after breast conserving surgery for invasive breast cancer and distant recurrence and survival
Importance of tumour removalIn many cancers, such as colorectal cancer, attention to ensuring meticulous removal…
Modifiable risk factors and long term risk of type 2 diabetes among individuals with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus: prospective cohort study
AbstractObjectivesTo evaluate the individual and combined associations of five modifiable risk factors with risk of…
What To Know About Flu Shots And How To Prevent Influenza Illnesses
Flu season in the Northern Hemisphere typically shows an increase in cases in October, peaks…
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Opinion: Public health agencies: learn from NASA about regaining the public’s trust
The amazing images of the Cartwheel Galaxy captured by the James Webb Space Telescope this…
Can blockchain solve health care’s security problems? The financial industry offers a valuable case study
This story has been excerpted from the STAT Report, “STAT’s guide to blockchain in health…
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Bayer’s venture arm ramps up, seeking to invest $1.3 billion
Over the last six years, a venture capital team run out of pharmaceutical giant Bayer…
Child abuse and mandatory reporting policies decrease visits to prenatal care – Contemporary Pediatrics
Child abuse and mandatory reporting policies decrease visits to prenatal care Contemporary Pediatrics Punitive Policies for…
Seedlyfe Launches Its Newest Innovation, the First High-Quality Prenatal Vitamin Powder with Electrolytes – PR Newswire
Seedlyfe Launches Its Newest Innovation, the First High-Quality Prenatal Vitamin Powder with Electrolytes PR Newswire Read…
Leading Online Prenatal Brand, Ritual, Expands First Time to Shelves with Whole Foods Market as Exclusive Retailer – PR Newswire
Leading Online Prenatal Brand, Ritual, Expands First Time to Shelves with Whole Foods Market as…
Neonatal And Prenatal Devices Market size in France to register a growth of USD 635.08 Mn – Technavio – PR Newswire
Neonatal And Prenatal Devices Market size in France to register a growth of USD 635.08…
Accuracy of diagnostic codes for prenatal opioid exposure and neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome | Journal of Perinatology – Nature.com
Accuracy of diagnostic codes for prenatal opioid exposure and neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome | Journal…
Prenatal paternity testing for court: your questions answered – Family Law
Prenatal paternity testing for court: your questions answered Family Law Read Original Article: Prenatal paternity testing…
Congressional bill aims to protect pro-life pregnancy centers against ‘terror attacks’ – The Catholic Telegraph
Congressional bill aims to protect pro-life pregnancy centers against ‘terror attacks’ The Catholic Telegraph ‘Crisis pregnancy…
Having a Healthy Pregnancy When You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis – Health Essentials
Having a Healthy Pregnancy When You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis Health Essentials Read Original Article: Having a…
Termination is the safest course for some high-risk pregnancies. Dobbs decision threatens that care – STAT
Termination is the safest course for some high-risk pregnancies. Dobbs decision threatens that care STAT Read…
Majority of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable, CDC says – Healthcare Dive
Majority of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable, CDC says Healthcare Dive Read Original Article: Majority of pregnancy-related…
Supporting each other through pregnancy – Spectrum News
Supporting each other through pregnancy Spectrum News Read Original Article: Supporting each other through pregnancy –…
Pregnancy resource center in Southfield vandalized with pro-abortion threats – Detroit Catholic
Pregnancy resource center in Southfield vandalized with pro-abortion threats Detroit Catholic Read Original Article: Pregnancy resource…
Pregnancy clinic firebombed in ‘Jane’s Revenge’ attack sues police for surveillance footage – The Catholic Telegraph
Pregnancy clinic firebombed in ‘Jane’s Revenge’ attack sues police for surveillance footage The Catholic Telegraph Read…
Myths You Should Stop Believing About Pregnancy – Health Digest
Myths You Should Stop Believing About Pregnancy Health Digest Read Original Article: Myths You Should Stop…
Texas, Battling Teen Pregnancy, Recasts Sex Education Standards – Kaiser Health News
Texas, Battling Teen Pregnancy, Recasts Sex Education Standards Kaiser Health News Read Original Article: Texas, Battling…