Archive: 12/07/2021

Novel screening approach improves diagnosis of metabolic disorders in newborns

A team led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine found that a screening method known as untargeted metabolomics profiling can improve the diagnostic rate for inborn errors of metabolism, a group of rare genetic conditions, ...

Jul 12, 2021

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Some COVID survivors can't regain weight lost during illness

(HealthDay)—Some people severely ill with COVID-19 may struggle to regain lost weight for months afterward, a new study shows.

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Hepatitis B virus monitoring needed after liver transplantation

(HealthDay)—Health care providers should test liver recipients for hepatitis B virus (HBV) given the slight risk for unexpected donor-derived HBV infection, according to research published in the July 9 issue of the U.S. ...

Jul 12, 2021

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Androgenetic alopecia may reduce health-related quality of life

(HealthDay)—Androgenetic alopecia is associated with moderate impairment of health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and emotions, according to a review published online July 7 in JAMA Dermatology.

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Guidance updated for managing C. difficile infection in adults

(HealthDay)—Use of fidaxomicin and bezlotoxumab is suggested in specific cases for management of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), according to a clinical practice guideline update issued by the Infectious Diseases ...

Jul 12, 2021

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Teens, parents view provider sexual health discussions as important

(HealthDay)—Less than one-third of adolescents report having discussions with their provider about sexual and reproductive health (SRH) topics at their most recent visit, although most adolescents and parents consider these ...

Jul 12, 2021

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Mayo Clinic: Why bone marrow donor diversity is needed

Bone marrow transplants are procedures that infuse healthy blood stem cells into your body to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow. Just like people in need of solid organ transplants, such as hearts or kidneys, people ...

Jul 12, 2021

India national school meal program linked to improved growth in children of beneficiaries

Women who received free meals in primary school have children with improved linear growth, according to a new study by researchers at the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI).

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How learning Braille changes brain structure over time

Learning changes the brain, but when learning Braille different brain regions strengthen their connections at varied rates and time frames. A new study published in JNeurosci highlights the dynamic nature of learning-induced ...

Jul 12, 2021

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The 3D technology that could revolutionize the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee

A new technology called knee kinesiography is changing the way doctors treat of osteoarthritis of the knee. This form of osteoarthritis affects nearly four million Canadians, or 13.6 percent of the population, according to ...

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