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Is there a risk of menstrual disturbance and bleeding after SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in pre-and post-menopausal females?

A recent study evaluated the risks of menstrual disturbance and bleeding after SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in pre- or post-menopausal females.

8 May 2023

Researchers evaluate the dual-therapeutic effect of gene therapy in mouse model of osteosarcoma

Investigators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and collaborating institutions evaluated the dual-therapeutic effect of gene therapy in a clinically relevant model for common form of bone cancer.

8 May 2023

Hay fever could be triggering other allergies, doctor reveals

Hay fever may be triggering an allergic reaction to foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes, a doctor from a digital healthcare provider has revealed.

8 May 2023

New technology allows to study how a single protein behaves and changes over time

Scientists have developed new technology which has made it possible to isolate and study how a single protein – 10,000 times thinner than a human hair – behaves and changes over time.

8 May 2023

4.2 million people in England have undiagnosed hypertension, report shows

The latest UK Government report estimates 4.2 million people in England alone have undiagnosed high blood pressure. This could lead to many thousands of preventable heart attacks and strokes, says a leading testing expert. He’s calling for blood pressure tests to be made a routine part of healthcare.

8 May 2023

First CRISPR-armed phage therapeutic can specifically target and remove E. coli in the human gut

SNIPR Biome ApS ("SNIPR"), the company pioneering CRISPR-based microbial gene therapy, announces today that Nature Biotechnology has published research findings from its preclinical work on SNIPR001, the first CRISPR-armed phage therapeutic developed to specifically target and remove E. coli, including antibiotic-resistant strains, in the human gastrointestinal tract.

8 May 2023

Omicron's grip on Sweden: High transmission rates persist despite high seroprevalence

Research paper reports on a study conducted in Sweden to determine the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron infection despite high seroprevalence. The study found a high prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron infection in Sweden despite high seroprevalence.

7 May 2023

Women with a history of domestic abuse may have higher risk of atopic diseases

Women who have suffered domestic abuse may have a higher risk of developing atopic diseases including asthma, new research has found.

6 May 2023

Manipulating microglia behavior with light

An international research team, comprising scientists from DZNE, University Hospital Bonn, the Netherlands, and the US has been awarded a US$ 1.3 million grant by the "Human Frontier Science Program" to investigate brain immune cells and manipulate them via light irradiation.

5 May 2023

Music therapy can relieve suffering in people who live with chronic pain

In Sörmland, Sweden, music therapy is offered as a method of treatment for people living with chronic pain.

5 May 2023

Study suggests significantly earlier diagnosis may be possible for some chronic conditions

Conditions such as celiac disease and Parkinson's disease could be detected in principle up to 10 years earlier than they are currently, suggests a new study by UCL researchers.

5 May 2023

Study: No evidence of increased risk of menstrual changes after covid-19 vaccination

A Swedish study of nearly 3 million women published by The BMJ today finds no evidence of an increased risk of menstrual changes after covid-19 vaccination.

5 May 2023

Four important signs that signal increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer identified

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified four important signs and symptoms that signal an elevated risk of early-onset colorectal cancer.

5 May 2023

Point-of-care testing can be effective for improving access to cancer genetic services

Genetic testing for hereditary cancers, such as breast, colon, pancreatic, and ovarian cancer, helps at-risk individuals understand their familial risk for these diseases and make informed decisions about next steps in care.

5 May 2023

New guidance recommends the discontinuation of antibiotics after closure of incisions

Antibiotics administered before and during surgery should be discontinued immediately after a patient's incision is closed, according to updated recommendations for preventing surgical site infections.

5 May 2023

Teens unaware of diabetes risk: Study highlights need for lifestyle change awareness in at-risk

Study aimed to evaluate the association between diabetes risk perception and awareness and health behaviors in youth with overweight or obesity.

5 May 2023

UC San Diego Health demonstrates new QR code standard for health insurance cards

During a digital health symposium this week, Christopher Longhurst, MD, with UC San Diego Health, pulled up a QR code from his phone's digital wallet, scanned it at a check-in kiosk and instantly displayed how his medical insurance information was retrieved and verified in real time, including copay amounts.

4 May 2023

Childhood adversity a risk factor for adult pre-pregnancy weight gain

Researchers investigate the association between adverse childhood experiences and pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) in a population-based cohort in Trøndelag county, Norway. The study found that perceiving childhood as difficult was associated with higher odds of pre-pregnancy underweight and obesity.

4 May 2023

Researchers identify a potential safer route to pain relief

Strategies to treat pain without triggering dangerous side effects such as euphoria and addiction have proven elusive.

4 May 2023

Innovative 3D-printed wearable sensor for sweat analysis

Sweat is more than just a sign of a good workout. It holds vital information about our health, providing clues to dehydration, fatigue, blood sugar levels and even serious conditions such as cystic fibrosis, diabetes and heart failure.

4 May 2023

Healthcare News and Research

Latest Healthcare News and Research

Is there a risk of menstrual disturbance and bleeding after SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in pre-and post-menopausal females?

Researchers evaluate the dual-therapeutic effect of gene therapy in mouse model of osteosarcoma

Hay fever could be triggering other allergies, doctor reveals

New technology allows to study how a single protein behaves and changes over time

4.2 million people in England have undiagnosed hypertension, report shows

First CRISPR-armed phage therapeutic can specifically target and remove E. coli in the human gut

Omicron's grip on Sweden: High transmission rates persist despite high seroprevalence

Women with a history of domestic abuse may have higher risk of atopic diseases

Manipulating microglia behavior with light

Music therapy can relieve suffering in people who live with chronic pain

Study suggests significantly earlier diagnosis may be possible for some chronic conditions

Study: No evidence of increased risk of menstrual changes after covid-19 vaccination

Four important signs that signal increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer identified

Point-of-care testing can be effective for improving access to cancer genetic services

New guidance recommends the discontinuation of antibiotics after closure of incisions

Teens unaware of diabetes risk: Study highlights need for lifestyle change awareness in at-risk

UC San Diego Health demonstrates new QR code standard for health insurance cards

Childhood adversity a risk factor for adult pre-pregnancy weight gain

Researchers identify a potential safer route to pain relief

Innovative 3D-printed wearable sensor for sweat analysis

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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