Biological fingerprints in soil show where diamond-containing ore is buried
Researchers have identified buried kimberlite, the rocky home of diamonds, by testing the DNA of…
Month: October 2023
Adding crushed rock to farmland pulls carbon out of the air
Adding crushed volcanic rock to farmland can pull carbon dioxide out of the air. In…
Bacteria can enhance host insect’s fertility with implications for disease control
New research reveals how the bacteria strain Wolbachia pipientis enhances the fertility of the insects…
.jpg)
Study suggests even more reasons to eat your fiber
Health professionals have long praised the benefits of insoluble fiber for bowel regularity and overall…
Raining cats and dogs: Global precipitation patterns a driver for animal diversity
A team has identified several factors to help answer a fundamental ecological question: why is…
STAT+: Boston Scientific’s drug-coated balloon may reduce risk of heart attack
A drug-coated balloon made by Boston Scientific reduced the risk of heart attack in patients…
Wales GP contract negotiations break down
Contract negotiations between the Welsh government, NHS Wales, and BMA Cymru Wales’s General Practitioners Committee…
First Person: Israel’s health system responds to October attacks
Healthcare providers in Israel are working around the clock following the 7 October Hamas attacks…
Access to medical records: BMA and 21 other organisations warn about risks to domestic abuse victims
The BMA, the charity Refuge, and 20 other organisations have raised concern about the safety…
Number of UK children living in destitution almost triples in five years
Around a million children in the UK experienced destitution in 2022—almost three times as many…
NHS trusts get guidance on tackling racial discrimination in disciplinary procedures
NHS Providers has produced a guide for trust leaders on how to tackle racial discrimination…
Senate committee advances Biden’s NIH nominee Monica Bertagnolli
A Senate health panel on Wednesday voted to send President Biden’s nominee to lead the…
STAT+: Biogen’s tau-lowering drug slows cognitive decline in early study of Alzheimer’s disease
An experimental treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that removes a toxic protein called tau from brain…
‘We’re absolutely making it too hard’: The complexity of adult immunization delivery hinders vaccine uptake
Alison Buttenheim was floored by a sign she saw in her doctor’s office when she…
Cancer disparities persisted even among clinical trial participants, study finds
Participation in a clinical trial is often considered something of an equalizer in medicine. Researchers…
WHO pandemic treaty: Negotiations falter as pharma companies warn that intellectual property rules will harm profits
Pharmaceutical representatives and Germany’s health ministry have publicly opposed the latest draft of the World…
The XBI biotech index hit its lowest point since 2018. No one knows what comes next.
Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today? Sign up to get…
STAT+: Pharmalittle: Pharma likely to expand legal attacks on Medicare negotiations; CDC recommends rationing RSV drug
Good morning, everyone, and how are you today? We are doing just fine, thank you….
Sharp Scratch episode 94: How do I choose a specialty?
In this episode of Sharp Scratch, we discuss how to choose a medical specialty. We…
Labour’s proposed covid corruption commissioner: an important signal, but it won’t be easy to get the money back
The UK’s failure to prepare for the pandemic, despite having conducted exercises that identified much…
David Anthony Young
bmj;383/oct24_10/p2443/FAF1faDavid Anthony Young was born in Bedford and moved to London, where he met his…
Andrew George Brereton
bmj;383/oct24_9/p2430/FAF1faAndrew George Brereton did his house jobs in Carshalton and Shoreham. He met Eileen, a…
Opinion: Listen: Why don’t the rules of war protect health care workers and facilities in Gaza?
In just two weeks, the brutality of the Israel-Hamas conflict has shocked the world. But…
Giant sloths and woolly mammoths: Mining past creatures’ DNA for future antibiotics
PHILADELPHIA — Cesar de la Fuente believes the next breakthrough antibiotic might come from animals…
Why is maternity leave for doctors such a complete mess?
I was sitting in my car around 4 p.m. on a Friday, waiting in the…
WHO considers adding ‘noma,’ a rare childhood disease, to its list of neglected conditions
It’s a disease of children living in extreme poverty. Its cause is uncertain. So is…
STAT+: Medtronic CEO talks latest bets on diabetes, high blood pressure technology
As one of the largest and oldest medical device companies in the world, Medtronic has…
The cardiologist building digital tools to help colleagues stay on top of new research
Visit the website of cardiologist Ruey Hu, and you can scroll through his prolific scientific…
Explainer: Why women’s role in sustaining peace is more critical than ever
Twenty-three years after a landmark UN Security Council agreement focusing on women, peace and security,…
Nigeria to vaccinate 7.7 million girls against leading cause of cervical cancer
Nigeria introduced the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine into its routine immunisation system on Tuesday, aiming…
Jackson Hole News&Guide Events – Prenatal Yoga Workshop with … – Jackson Hole News&Guide
Jackson Hole News&Guide Events – Prenatal Yoga Workshop with … Jackson Hole News&Guide Read Original Article:…
Hailey Bieber Addresses Pregnancy Rumors, Says She ‘Looks Forward’ to Motherhood – PEOPLE
Hailey Bieber Addresses Pregnancy Rumors, Says She ‘Looks Forward’ to Motherhood PEOPLE Hailey Bieber Addresses ‘Disheartening’…
Walmart expands nationwide health care coverage for those employees who want doulas during pregnancy – ABC News
Walmart expands nationwide health care coverage for those employees who want doulas during pregnancy ABC News…
Large Study Shows Effects of Covid Vaccine in Pregnancy on Newborns – Motherly Inc.
Large Study Shows Effects of Covid Vaccine in Pregnancy on Newborns Motherly Inc. Read Original Article:…
Vanessa Hudgens Addresses Pregnancy Rumor Amid Claim She’s Hiding Bump – E! NEWS
Vanessa Hudgens Addresses Pregnancy Rumor Amid Claim She’s Hiding Bump E! NEWS Vanessa Hudgens Denies Pregnancy…
Afghanistan quake tragedy reflects disempowerment of women: UNDP
The fact women and children accounted for almost 90 per cent of those killed in…
News in Brief 24 October 2023
Israel-Palestine: Gaza buckles under fuel shortage, healthcare in crisis Sudan humanitarian crisis deepens; more than…
ClinicalTrials.gov: Deafness in Children
Source: National Institutes of Health – Related MedlinePlus Pages: Hearing Problems in Children Read Original…
ClinicalTrials.gov: Hearing Disorders in Children
Source: National Institutes of Health – Related MedlinePlus Pages: Hearing Problems in Children Read Original…
Color Blindness
Source: American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and StrabismusRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Color Blindness Read Original Article:…
Coping Tips for Traumatic Events and Disasters
Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services AdministrationRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Coping with Disasters, Post-Traumatic Stress…
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Source: Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Women’s HealthRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Post-Traumatic Stress…
PTSD Treatment Basics
Source: National Center for PTSDRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Read Original Article: PTSD Treatment…
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Source: American Academy of Family PhysiciansRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Read Original Article: Post-Traumatic…
Complex Trauma
Source: National Child Traumatic Stress NetworkRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Read Original Article: Complex…
Women with Sickle Cell Disease and Preconception Care
Source: Centers for Disease Control and PreventionRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Health Problems in Pregnancy, Sickle Cell…
7 Things to Know about Complementary Health Approaches for Osteoarthritis
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Osteoarthritis Read Original Article: 7 Things to Know about Complementary Health Approaches…
Deepak Chopra, a global icon in alternative medicine and meditation, is getting into the $814 billion wellness tourism business – Fortune
Deepak Chopra, a global icon in alternative medicine and meditation, is getting into the $814…
The Potentially High Risks of Alternative Health Care – TheTyee.ca
The Potentially High Risks of Alternative Health Care TheTyee.ca Read Original Article: The Potentially High Risks…
Holistic dentistry: What to know about natural dental home-care … – Dentistry IQ
Holistic dentistry: What to know about natural dental home-care … Dentistry IQ Read Original Article: Holistic…