New 'National Sports Brain Bank' will boost head injury research A new brain bank is accepting future donations from living athletes, in an effort to perform long-term research into the effects of sports-related concussion. May 22, 2023 0 2
'Never did I imagine that I would have to ration chemotherapy' Nationwide shortages of two dozen chemotherapy drugs are leading to rationing and delays in treatment for cancer patients, local and national authorities say. May 22, 2023 0 4
Optimized AI strategy for thyroid nodules benefits some radiologists An optimized artificial intelligence (AI) strategy can reduce diagnostic time-based costs for senior radiologists, while the traditional all-AI strategy seems more beneficial for junior radiologists, according to a study ... May 22, 2023 0 2
Does hydrocortisone improve treatment of septic shock? Sepsis is a global health priority affecting 55 million patients worldwide and causing 11 million deaths annually. Treatment for sepsis may include prompt recognition, source control, antibiotics, fluids, vasopressors, and ... May 22, 2023 0 19
Austrian study shows transparency of pharmaceutical sponsorship for patient initiatives increased significantly A current monitoring of the Austrian Institute for Health Technology Assessment (AIHTA) shows that the member companies of PHARMIG have disclosed their financial contributions to patient initiatives significantly more often ... May 22, 2023 0 20
Poor self-esteem and body image increase weight and poor mental health in teens Promoting positive body image and self-esteem among children could help reduce poor mental health associated with being higher weight in adolescence. May 22, 2023 0 5
Why taking your kids to the park is always a healthy idea Need an activity to do with your kids on spring and summer days? Go to the park. May 22, 2023 0 27
National standards developed for neonatal care In a policy statement published online May 22 in Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has established national standards for specific levels of neonatal care. May 22, 2023 0 2
Communal exercise intervention shown to help prevent falls and fall-related injuries among older women Providing better opportunities for exercise and group training reduced recurrent falls and fall injuries among older women, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. The findings were published in Age and ... May 22, 2023 0 5
Weight loss before Afib ablation procedure results in improved outcomes among obese patients Results from a new clinical trial found overweight and obese patients with persistent and paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF) who lose weight prior to a catheter ablation procedure have improved clinical outcomes. The study, ... May 22, 2023 0 12
