A study led by Dr. Jizong Zhao, Dr. Dong Zhang, and Dr. Peicong Ge explores the role of glutamine in stroke risk for Moyamoya disease (MMD) patients. Elevated serum glutamine levels were linked to increased stroke risk in MMD. The study found that manipulating integrin subunit beta 4 (ITGB4) and using atorvastatin could alleviate the…
Researchers conducted a biomonitoring study in the Mediterranean Sea to assess contamination levels of cadmium, microplastics, and antibiotics in fish and cephalopods. Cadmium and antibiotic contamination was low, while high levels of microplastics were found in Sparus aurata and Dicentrarchus labrax. The ADRINET project aimed to address pollution in the Mediterranean by improving coastal management….
A study suggests that using two-sided conversion messages, where individuals who previously resisted vaccination explain why they changed their minds, can be effective in persuading people to reconsider their beliefs. Authenticity and personal experience are key factors in the success of these messages. Another study found that giving individuals a choice in COVID vaccine brands…
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has updated guidelines to provide pregnant physicians with more workplace accommodations and protection against discrimination. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act aims to help women balance their careers and pregnancies by requiring employers to provide reasonable accommodations. Female doctors historically face barriers to family planning due to demanding careers, leading…
A new study suggests that engaging in jobs that require cognitive stimulation can lower the risk of memory and cognitive issues as you age. Researchers found that individuals with jobs demanding higher cognitive engagement had a lower risk of experiencing mild cognitive impairment after age 70. The study categorized job tasks into routine manual, routine…
A recent study published in NEJM suggests that early minimally invasive hematoma evacuation can lead to improved outcomes in patients with acute intracerebral hemorrhage. This procedure may help reduce the size of the hematoma and improve patients’ chances of recovery. The study highlights the potential benefits of this minimally invasive approach in treating this condition….
Carrie Lester, a Medicare enrollee with chronic health conditions, benefits from the Chronic Care Management (CCM) program that offers regular check-ins with doctors outside of office visits. However, only a small percentage of eligible enrollees actually participate in the program due to various factors. While the program has helped reduce hospital visits and improve patient…
Total spending on pay in the Health Service Executive (HSE) increased by almost €2 billion between 2016 and 2022, reaching €5.4 billion. This includes a 50% increase in agency and overtime payments, with basic staff pay also rising by a similar proportion. The report also highlights a 29% increase in the number of health service…
A study published in Respiratory Medicine found that online resources for pulmonary inhaler therapy lack important information on proper inhaler technique, preparation, and care. The study compared information from websites with product monographs for 12 common inhaler devices. Most websites were rated as moderate quality but lacked information on preparation/first-use and post-usage/device-care. Industry websites scored…
NeuroBrave, an AI company, partners with Sourasky Medical Center’s Functional Neurology Unit in Tel Aviv to research complex neurological conditions. They aim to use AI to translate thoughts for paralyzed patients, allowing them to communicate and operate devices. NeuroBrave specializes in emotional and cognitive wearables and uses AI to decode biomarkers in real time. The…
