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Drones can safely transport blood products without affecting cellular integrity, study shows

In what is believed to be the first proof-of-concept study of its kind, Johns Hopkins researchers have determined that large bags of blood products, such as those transfused into patients every day, can maintain temperature and cellular integrity while transported by drones.

7 Dec 2016

New virtual reality technology may find potential use in diagnostics and surgical planning

Before an operation, surgeons have to obtain the most precise image possible of the anatomical structures of the part of the body undergoing surgery.

7 Dec 2016

New discovery paves way to development of biochemical test for diagnosing Parkinson's disease

Misfolded proteins associated with Parkinson's disease were detected in cerebrospinal fluid by scientists at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, paving the way to development of a biochemical test to diagnosis the disease.

7 Dec 2016

Queen's University expert to lead new €4m initiative for assessing impact of chemicals on health

A Queen's University Belfast expert is leading a €4m international initiative to investigate whether natural toxins and manmade chemicals are creating potentially dangerous mixtures that affect our natural hormones and cause major illnesses such as cancer, obesity, diabetes or infertility.

7 Dec 2016

New moms increasingly using expressed breast milk, UBC study reveals

New moms are increasingly using expressed breast milk (either pumped or expressed by hand) instead of directly breastfeeding their babies, according to a UBC study.

7 Dec 2016

Scientists reveal key insight into how immune system recognises TB

Every 18 seconds someone dies from tuberculosis (TB). It is the world's most deadly infectious disease.

7 Dec 2016

New UC Davis research clarifies link between weight and menopausal symptoms in women

Greater weight increases the likelihood of night sweats and hot flashes during early stages of the menopause transition but reduces those symptoms throughout menopause and beyond, new UC Davis research published in the journal "Menopause" shows.

7 Dec 2016

Study detects biomarkers from secondhand marijuana smoke exposure in children

Relaxing with a joint around children is not very wise. Not only do youngsters inhale harmful secondary smoke in the process, but the psychoactive chemicals in the drug are taken up by their bodies as well.

7 Dec 2016

TSRI scientists reveal how vision-loss treatment may leave the eyes, kidneys vulnerable to cellular damage

A common class of drugs for vision loss may actually add to the problem in some patients, according to new research co-led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI).

7 Dec 2016

CMA launches new market study to review care homes for elderly

The CMA has today launched a market study into care homes for the elderly, to review how well the market works and whether people are treated fairly.

7 Dec 2016

Simple picture book could help people with learning disabilities better understand and manage epilepsy

A severe lack of understanding and research into the needs of people with learning disabilities and epilepsy is placing them at risk say experts from the University of Hertfordshire.

7 Dec 2016

New chemosensor offers better sensitivity in detecting biomarker for cancer and inflammatory diseases

A new technique offers better sensitivity and accuracy in detecting an essential biomarker of cancer and inflammatory diseases.

7 Dec 2016

Researchers report supportive care for cancer patients remains insufficient

Pain relief and other forms of supportive care for cancer patients are insufficient, researchers report at the ESMO ASIA 2016 Congress in Singapore.

7 Dec 2016

Study finds 19% of Ontario adults experience problematic use of electronic devices

As many as 19 per cent of Ontario adults aged 18 to 29 experience moderate to severe problematic use of electronic devices, which includes smartphones and tablets as well as computers and video game consoles, according to the latest CAMH Monitor survey.

7 Dec 2016

Increased body vigilance may contribute to early cancer diagnosis, research finds

New research published in BMC Public Health has found that increased body vigilance may contribute to early cancer diagnosis.

7 Dec 2016

New study suggests how risk gene linked to ADHD may work

Genetics play a strong part in the development of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but the path from a gene to risk for the disorder has remained a black box to researchers.

7 Dec 2016

Study examines link between employment status and nonmedical use of prescription opioids

Researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health found that employment status is a factor in nonmedical use of prescription opioids and prescription stimulants.

7 Dec 2016

Case management support from trained nurses benefits elderly myocardial infarction patients

The quality of life of elderly myocardial infarction patients can be significantly improved without extra costs by means of so-called case management following hospitalization.

7 Dec 2016

Study explores causes of diagnostic delays and impact on treatment in cancer patients

Patients wait an average of four months before seeking a cancer diagnosis, researchers report at the ESMO ASIA 2016 Congress in Singapore.

7 Dec 2016

$Research underscores need for targeted interventions to prevent hip fractures among dementia patients$

Research underscores need for targeted interventions to prevent hip fractures among dementia patients

The hip fracture risk factors are generally similar among those with and without Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study from the University of Eastern Finland.

7 Dec 2016

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Drones can safely transport blood products without affecting cellular integrity, study shows

New virtual reality technology may find potential use in diagnostics and surgical planning

New discovery paves way to development of biochemical test for diagnosing Parkinson's disease

Queen's University expert to lead new €4m initiative for assessing impact of chemicals on health

New moms increasingly using expressed breast milk, UBC study reveals

Scientists reveal key insight into how immune system recognises TB

New UC Davis research clarifies link between weight and menopausal symptoms in women

Study detects biomarkers from secondhand marijuana smoke exposure in children

TSRI scientists reveal how vision-loss treatment may leave the eyes, kidneys vulnerable to cellular damage

CMA launches new market study to review care homes for elderly

Simple picture book could help people with learning disabilities better understand and manage epilepsy

New chemosensor offers better sensitivity in detecting biomarker for cancer and inflammatory diseases

Researchers report supportive care for cancer patients remains insufficient

Study finds 19% of Ontario adults experience problematic use of electronic devices

Increased body vigilance may contribute to early cancer diagnosis, research finds

New study suggests how risk gene linked to ADHD may work

Study examines link between employment status and nonmedical use of prescription opioids

Case management support from trained nurses benefits elderly myocardial infarction patients

Study explores causes of diagnostic delays and impact on treatment in cancer patients

Research underscores need for targeted interventions to prevent hip fractures among dementia patients

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

Fourier 80: bringing benchtop NMR systems to the laboratory

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