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Researchers review current evidence on Candida auris, an emerging multidrug-resistant yeast

Researchers discuss current evidence on Candida auris, an emerging multidrug-resistant yeast.

6 May 2024

Durable lymph-node expansion improves vaccine responses against tumors

Each one of us has around 600 lymph nodes (LNs) – small, bean-shaped organs that house various types of blood cells and filter lymph fluid – scattered throughout our bodies.

6 May 2024

Could better inhalers help patients, and the planet?

Miguel Divo, a lung specialist at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, sits in an exam room across from Joel Rubinstein, who has asthma. Rubinstein, a retired psychiatrist, is about to get a checkup and hear a surprising pitch — for the planet, as well as his health.

6 May 2024

Price inflation tied to higher mental health service utilization among adults and elderly in England

The relationship between price elevation and psychiatric care in the British population.

6 May 2024

Study reveals decrease in alcohol use among young adults during COVID-19

The effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on young individuals' alcohol usage and difficulties.

6 May 2024

New data reveals optimal timing for percutaneous coronary intervention in TAVR patients

New data reveals that percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) can be safely performed before, during, or after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) for patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD).

3 May 2024

NK cells' role in cancer therapy resistance unveiled

Activated T cells that carry a certain marker protein on their surface are controlled by natural killer (NK) cells, another cell type of the immune system.

3 May 2024

Analysis shows gender and racial disparities in pulmonary embolism treatment

New data from the REAL-PE analysis investigated catheter-based pulmonary embolism (PE) treatment, showing women and Black people were less frequently treated with minimally invasive therapy compared to men or non-Black patients.

3 May 2024

Study investigates how adolescents perceive and engage with digital communication

A new study co-authored by Sophie Janicke-Bowles, associate professor in Chapman University's School of Communication, sheds light on the role that new and traditional media play in promoting and affecting character development, emotions, prosocial behavior and well-being (aka happiness) in youth.

3 May 2024

New studies underscore the importance of inclusive approaches in peripheral artery disease treatment

New clinical results highlight the need for inclusive approaches and comprehensive examinations of treatment options for peripheral artery disease (PAD), including endovascular therapy and revascularization.

3 May 2024

SMART study shows hemodynamic benefits of self-expanding valves in aortic stenosis patients

Additional analysis from the SMall Annuli Randomized To Evolut or SAPIEN (SMART) study demonstrated clinical non-inferiority of self-expanding valves (SEV) versus balloon-expandable valves (BEV) in aortic stenosis patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and confirmed valve performance superiority over time based on hemodynamics.

3 May 2024

Novel dual-action thrombectomy device shows promise in treating acute pulmonary embolism

Late-breaking data from the ENGULF trial showed that a novel dual-action thrombectomy device was effective and safe in treating acute pulmonary embolism (PE).

3 May 2024

APEX-AV trial shows positive results for catheter-directed thrombectomy in acute pulmonary embolism

New data from the Acute Pulmonary Embolism Extraction Trial with the AlphaVac System (APEX-AX) demonstrated that catheter-directed mechanical thrombectomy is safe and effective in patients with acute intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) with significant improvement in the right ventricle (RV) function and minimal major adverse events.

3 May 2024

New transcatheter heart valve shows promise in treating aortic stenosis

Recent findings from a study on a transcatheter heart valve (THV) system, which includes a new class of transcatheter aortic valve, showed positive results in the device's ability to function as a healthy and natural aortic valve in patients with aortic stenosis (AS).

3 May 2024

Children News and Research

Researchers review current evidence on Candida auris, an emerging multidrug-resistant yeast

Durable lymph-node expansion improves vaccine responses against tumors

Could better inhalers help patients, and the planet?

Price inflation tied to higher mental health service utilization among adults and elderly in England

Study reveals decrease in alcohol use among young adults during COVID-19

New data reveals optimal timing for percutaneous coronary intervention in TAVR patients

NK cells' role in cancer therapy resistance unveiled

Analysis shows gender and racial disparities in pulmonary embolism treatment

Study investigates how adolescents perceive and engage with digital communication

New studies underscore the importance of inclusive approaches in peripheral artery disease treatment

SMART study shows hemodynamic benefits of self-expanding valves in aortic stenosis patients

Novel dual-action thrombectomy device shows promise in treating acute pulmonary embolism

APEX-AV trial shows positive results for catheter-directed thrombectomy in acute pulmonary embolism

New transcatheter heart valve shows promise in treating aortic stenosis

New method monitors pediatric diabetes patients' health with breath sampling

Research shows disparity in pediatric hospital access between rural and urban areas

Rotavirus vaccine in NICUs does not lead to outbreaks, study shows

Umbilical cord milking safe for newborns' neurodevelopment, study finds

Study shows benefits of multicomponent lipid emulsions for preterm brain development

Study reveals age-dependent symptoms of Long COVID in children

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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