Research reveals spread of malaria-carrying Anopheles stephensi mosquitoes in Yemen Malaria remains a significant global health issue, with around 249 million cases reported in 2022 by the World Health Organization. The malaria-carrying mosquito, Anopheles stephensi, has recently spread to Africa and has ... Aug 29, 2024 0 0
Machine learning predicts which patients will continue taking opioids after hand surgery A machine learning algorithm performs well in predicting the risk of persistent opioid use after hand surgery, reports a study in the August issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Aug 29, 2024 0 6
Study describes a new molecular pathway involved in the control of reproduction Sexual reproduction is protected by a sophisticated network of regulatory systems functioning in a coordinated manner. Within this framework, some of the most important molecules are kisspeptins, proteins produced mostly ... Aug 29, 2024 0 0
Finding new targets for blocking chronic hepatitis Many individuals worldwide suffer from chronic liver disease (CLD), which poses significant concerns for its tendency to lead to hepatocellular carcinoma or liver failure. CLD is characterized by inflammation and fibrosis. ... Aug 29, 2024 0 0
Understanding social systems for healthier eating Research in the International Journal of Agile Systems and Management has investigated the relationship between people and their environment, with a particular focus on food. Aug 29, 2024 0 0
Case study showcases effectiveness of multimodality approaches for diagnosing hydrocephalus A recent case report published in Cyborg Bionic Systems details the diagnosis of idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) using multimodality diagnostic approaches, highlighting significant advancements in medical ... Aug 29, 2024 0 0
Machine learning helps identify rheumatoid arthritis subtypes A machine-learning tool created by Weill Cornell Medicine and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) investigators can help distinguish subtypes of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which may help scientists find ways to improve care ... Aug 29, 2024 0 38
Immune protection against tuberculosis reinfection driven by cells that dampen lung inflammation, shows study The body's first line of defense against tuberculosis (TB) involves immune cells that suppress lung inflammation instead of activating it, report University of Pittsburgh and the Ragon Institute of Mass General, MIT, and ... Aug 29, 2024 0 2
Innovations in cancer treatment through targeted bacterial vaccines F. nucleatum, an oral anaerobe, is frequently associated with colorectal cancer and is linked to increased cancer cell proliferation, metastasis, and poor treatment outcomes. Aug 29, 2024 0 0
Plastic surgery patients who use marijuana also have elevated nicotine levels Marijuana use is common among patients considering plastic surgery and is associated with elevated nicotine levels on laboratory tests, reports a paper in the September issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Aug 29, 2024 0 0