Archive: 06/03/2018

Research finds little difference among diet plans' long-term effectiveness

Whether you pick low-carb, low fat or another diet plan, scientific research indicates each can help some people achieve modest long-term weight loss with potential improvement in health risks, according to the Scientific ...

Mar 6, 2018

Researchers uncover link between heart attacks and inflammatory bowel disease

University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute researchers Muhammad Panhwar, MD, and Mahazarin Ginwalla, MD, recently concluded a study of more than 22 million patients that suggests a strong connection between ...

Mar 6, 2018

Mosquito brain atlas aims to reveal neural circuitry of behavior

A mosquito's head is about the size of a pencil tip, but it packs a dangerous punch: it is the delivery system for malaria, yellow fever, and Zika, among other blood-borne diseases. In most mosquito species, females are the ...

Mar 6, 2018

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Interim open-label study results suggest higher dapivirine vaginal ring use, lower HIV risk

Interim data from a large open-label study of the monthly dapivirine ring have found increased product use compared to a previous Phase III study. In addition, modeling data suggest that women's HIV-1 risk in the open-label ...

Mar 6, 2018

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Spicing it up: High school students may prefer seasoned veggies over plain

High school students prefer vegetables seasoned with herbs and spices, rather than plain veggies, according to Penn State researchers, who add this may lead to students liking and eating more vegetables, and result in less ...

Mar 6, 2018

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Moving toward a future free of drug-induced hearing loss

A new special publication orchestrated by five of the nation's leading hearing experts compiles the latest research into hearing loss caused by drugs and solvents - how it occurs, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.

Mar 6, 2018

'Dual mobility' hip replacement reduces risk of dislocation

More than 330,000 total hip replacements are performed in the United States each year. Overall, it is a highly successful procedure. However, as with all surgeries, a risk for complications exists.

Mar 6, 2018