Can animals count? Neuroscientists identify a sense of numeracy among rodents
A study by researchers at City University of Hong Kong and The Chinese University of Hong Kong discovered evidence of numerical ability in rats, suggesting the existence of discrete number…
Environmental stressors linked to fetal brain development challenges
Researchers reviewed the impact of environmental factors on fetal brain development, focusing on inflammation and oxidative stress as common denominators across various stressors. They emphasize the importance of healthy intrauterine…
Living With Crohn’s: My Daily Routine
Michelle Pickens struggled with health issues since childhood, including severe digestive problems and fatigue, eventually diagnosed with Crohn's disease in 2015. She manages her symptoms through medication, including immunosuppressive infusions,…
One-Minute Speech Test Could Help Assess Dementia Risk
Research suggests that analyzing temporal changes in speech could be a simple way of detecting mild cognitive impairment and identifying the risk of developing dementia. The Speech-Gap Test focuses on…
Dr. Peter Rentrop Shares Medical Technology That Is Revolutionizing The Future Of Heart Health In Cardiology
Dr. Peter Rentrop discusses how cutting-edge medical technologies are revolutionizing the field of cardiology. Innovations such as smart wearables with ECG capabilities, AI for enhanced diagnostics, telecardiology for remote care,…
Unveiling novel diagnostic ultrasonographic markers for peri-implantitis
Researchers have identified novel ultrasonographic markers for peri-implantitis by analyzing echo-intensity at implant sites. This study aims to improve diagnostic techniques for peri-implantitis, a common complication of dental implants. The…
Two CVS Locations Make Moves To Join National Pharmacy Union Movement
Two CVS stores near the company's headquarters in Rhode Island have petitioned to join the Pharmacy Guild, a national pharmacy union. The stores are struggling with overworked pharmacists and high…
1.7 million people received emergency care in 2023
The HSE has reported a record number of patients treated in hospitals in 2023. Emergency care increased by 29,000, reaching almost 1.7 million patients. Despite long waiting lists, the HSE…
Severe Atopic Dermatitis Linked to Increased Anxiety and Depression, Poor Mental Health
A study published in Dermatitis found that severe atopic dermatitis (AD) symptoms and frequent exacerbations negatively impact patients' mental health, leading to increased anxiety and depression. The research involved surveys…
AI-driven eQMS company Dot Compliance scores $17M
Dot Compliance, a Phoenix-based company offering AI-powered quality management solutions for compliance, has announced the closure of $17 million in Series B extension funding, bringing their total funding to $50…