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Numan research discovers a major knowledge gap among men about testosterone deficiency

New research from the mens’ healthcare company, Numan, has identified a major knowledge gap in relation to TD with nearly half (44%) of men unclear about what it is, and with low awareness of many of the condition’s key symptoms.

7 Aug 2023

Bridge Clinic London calls for greater financial transparency in fertility treatments

With the latest report on fertility treatment add-ons from the ESHRE revealing that clinics are implementing treatments with an unproven success rate into their care plans, Bridge Clinic London is calling for greater financial transparency in order to protect patients’ best interests.

7 Aug 2023

Overcoming challenges in COPD care: study focuses on pulmonary rehabilitation strategies

The different perspectives of respiratory care professionals.

4 Aug 2023

Genetic reasons behind Raynaud's phenomenon discovered

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London's Precision Healthcare Research Institute (PHURI) and the Berlin Institute of Health (BIH) at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin have identified the genetic causes of Raynaud's phenomenon.

4 Aug 2023

The impacts and implications of virtual consultations in cancer genetics amid the COVID-19 pandemic

Authors assessed the opportunities and challenges brought on by the swift transition to virtual consultations.

4 Aug 2023

Study reports the first protein-based diagnostic signature to discriminate MIS-C from Kawasaki Disease and other common infections

Researchers explore the distinguishing features of MIS-C as compared to other inflammatory-infectious syndromes in children.

4 Aug 2023

$11 million NIH grant focuses on cognitive function in Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer’s

Neurologist Beau Ances, MD, PhD, talks with his patient, Adam Kloppenberg, who has Down syndrome, at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. People with Down syndrome are at very high risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Ances is involved in a project led by Jason Hassenstab, PhD, an associate professor of neurology, to develop tools to measure cognitive function in people with Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer's disease.

3 Aug 2023

Peppermint oil may be new option for pain relief after open heart surgery

The use of essential peppermint oil aromatherapy may ease pain severity after open heart surgery and enhance sleep quality as well, suggest the results of a small comparative clinical trial, published online in the journal BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care.

3 Aug 2023

Independent sector to help cut NHS waiting lists

Thirteen new community diagnostic centres (CDCs) - including eight independently run CDCs - are being launched across the country as part of government plans to use the independent sector to cut NHS waiting lists, Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay will announce today.

3 Aug 2023

COVID-19's impact on persons with disabilities in Africa

In 2017, a road accident left Anna Nzioka with two fractures in her right leg. After a series of operations and physiotherapy, she has slowly learned to walk again, although with the aid of a crutch.

3 Aug 2023

NIH awards $18 million to develop novel chikungunya vaccine

The Access to Advanced Health Institute (AAHI) announced today that it has received an $18 million award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to develop a temperature stable, single-dose vaccine candidate for the chikungunya virus.

3 Aug 2023

TENS machine may offer new treatment option for patients with sleep apnea

A machine commonly used for pain relief has shown to improve breathing in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, a clinical trial has found.

3 Aug 2023

‘Conscience’ bills let medical providers opt out of providing a wide range of care

A new Montana law will provide sweeping legal protections to health care practitioners who refuse to prescribe marijuana or participate in procedures and treatments such as abortion, medically assisted death, gender-affirming care, or others that run afoul of their ethical, moral, or religious beliefs or principles.

3 Aug 2023

Healthcare News and Research

Latest Healthcare News and Research

Numan research discovers a major knowledge gap among men about testosterone deficiency

Bridge Clinic London calls for greater financial transparency in fertility treatments

Overcoming challenges in COPD care: study focuses on pulmonary rehabilitation strategies

Genetic reasons behind Raynaud's phenomenon discovered

The impacts and implications of virtual consultations in cancer genetics amid the COVID-19 pandemic

Study reports the first protein-based diagnostic signature to discriminate MIS-C from Kawasaki Disease and other common infections

$11 million NIH grant focuses on cognitive function in Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer’s

Peppermint oil may be new option for pain relief after open heart surgery

Independent sector to help cut NHS waiting lists

COVID-19's impact on persons with disabilities in Africa

NIH awards $18 million to develop novel chikungunya vaccine

TENS machine may offer new treatment option for patients with sleep apnea

‘Conscience’ bills let medical providers opt out of providing a wide range of care

CDC report highlights the gaps in care of hepatitis C treatment

Moderna vaccine linked to lower risk of adverse events in older adults

Child-friendly HIV drug could improve treatment outcomes

Thymus gland critical for adult health, study finds

Infertility may be a risk factor for some menopause symptoms, study suggests

Identifying risks and solutions: study uncovers correlates of protection against COVID-19

Study assesses the value of predictive biomarkers for early-stage COVID-19 infection

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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