WHO: Vaccine hesitancy a major global health threat (HealthDay)—Vaccine hesitancy is among the top 10 health threats facing the world in 2019, the World Health Organization says. Jan 18, 2019 0 0
New device achieves better blood sugar control in young children with type 1 diabetes The number of people living with type 1 diabetes is increasing worldwide, particularly among young children. According to the International Diabetes Federation, there were more than one million children with type 1 diabetes ... Jan 18, 2019 0 2
Researchers design algorithms to improve detection of early cognitive impairment Researchers at the Pharmacy and Mathematics departments of the CEU UCH University in Valencia have collaborated on the design of two artificial intelligence algorithms that improve the screening of positive cases in the early ... Jan 18, 2019 0 0
Scaring smokers into stopping starts to pay dividends Smokers once used to turn a blind eye to health warnings on cigarette packets. But now researchers at the University of Huddersfield have used eye-tracking technology to prove that new-style packs have shifted the focus so ... Jan 18, 2019 0 0
Common food additives may promote anxiety-related behavior and reduce social behavior in mice, research shows Food additives known as dietary emulsifiers, commonly found in processed foods to improve texture and extend shelf life, may adversely affect anxiety-related and social behaviors in mice, Georgia State researchers have found. Jan 18, 2019 4 2748
The influence of endocrine disruptors on the male and female thyroid Endocrine disruptors (EDs) are a class of chemicals used to produce everyday materials, such as some plastics, tin cans, electrical and household appliances, cosmetics, pesticides, etc. EDs are, however, not without danger. ... Jan 18, 2019 0 0
Protecting seniors from scammers (HealthDay)—It seems as though every day brings warnings about phone and internet scammers, with older Americans being particularly vulnerable. Jan 18, 2019 1 0
Killing tumours by targeting their viral DNA Epstein-Barr virus infects more than 95 percent of people, usually without symptoms. But sometimes its persistence in cells can lead to tumour formation. Now, researchers from Hong Kong and the UK have developed a fluorescing, ... Jan 18, 2019 0 23
Johnson & Johnson teams with Apple on Apple Watch study to help reduce the risk of strokes Apple and Johnson & Johnson are teaming up on a study to determine whether the latest Apple Watch, in conjunction with an app from the pharmaceutical company, can accelerate the diagnosis of a leading cause of stroke. Jan 18, 2019 0 1
Waiting longer for mental health care may help college students, report finds As the demand for mental health services among college students nearly doubled over the last decade, advocates championed a common refrain: get students into treatment now. Jan 18, 2019 0 7
