Neuroscience
Experimental brain implants studied as opioid deaths rise
Patient Number One is a thin man, with a scabby face and bouncy knees. His head, shaved in preparation for surgery, is wrapped in a clean, white cloth.
May 8, 2019
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News tagged with controlled trial
Psychology & Psychiatry
Improved access to psychotherapy reduces impact of anxiety and depression
The innovative treatment model, Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT), and its Norwegian adaptation, Prompt Mental Health Care (PMHC), have been evaluated by cohort studies only. Albeit yielding promising results, ...
May 14, 2020
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Cardiology
Robotic therapy: A new, effective treatment for chronic stroke rehabilitation
One of the most common effects of strokes are hemiplegia, a partial paralysis occurring in the left or right side of the body. When it occurs in the arm or hand, it is especially devastating to a patient's ability to perform ...
May 11, 2022
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Diabetes
Artificial pancreas effectively controls type 1 diabetes in children age 6 and up
A clinical trial at four pediatric diabetes centers in the United States has found that a new artificial pancreas system—which automatically monitors and regulates blood glucose levels—is safe and effective at managing ...
Aug 26, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
China says Covid-19 vaccine could be ready for public by November
A China-developed coronavirus vaccine could be ready for the public as early as November, a Chinese official has told state television, as the global race to clear the final round of trials heats up.
Sep 15, 2020
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Diabetes
Which promote greater metabolic health, almonds or potatoes? Rigorous, randomized trial weighs in
A study has found few differences between eating French fries or almonds as a daily snack.
Mar 7, 2022
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
Diet and exercise intervention better for pain in knee osteoarthritis
For overweight or obese patients with knee osteoarthritis, diet and exercise result in a small but statistically significant difference in knee pain over 18 months compared with an attention control, according to a study ...
Dec 14, 2022
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Autism spectrum disorders
Bedtime strategies for kids with autism and ADHD can help all families get more sleep
Getting a good night's sleep is important for children's learning and development. When young people don't get enough sleep, it can impact their mood, school performance, health, and behavior.
Dec 21, 2022
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Vaccination
Volunteers flock to vaccine trials in virus hotspot Florida
Heather Lieberman is betting that she will gain immunity from the coronavirus. Sandra Rodriguez wants to work with scientists for the good of the community.
Aug 16, 2020
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Diabetes
Review explores effect of sulfonylureas on lipids in T2DM
(HealthDay)—For patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), sulfonylureas seem to increase levels of free fatty acids (FFA) and triglycerides (TG) and lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and high-density ...
Jun 9, 2015
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