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Over a third of UK medical graduates lack training on sexual misconduct
More than a third of newly qualified doctors are leaving UK medical schools without any education on sexual misconduct specifically relating to the medical profession according to new research published by JRSM Open.
Global warning on rising fungal resistance and its impact on antifungal drugs
Without immediate action, humanity will potentially face further escalation in resistance in fungal disease, a renowned group of scientists from the across the world has warned.
Low manganese levels found to worsen inflammatory bowel conditions
Researchers at the University of Michigan have delved deeper into the relationship between manganese deficiency and inflammatory bowel disease and found that low levels of the micronutrient can exacerbate intestinal injury and inflammation.
Coordinated health teams may help improve outcomes for children with Trisomy 21 and heart conditions
A coordinated, multidisciplinary health care team to address the specific physical, psychological and developmental needs of children with Trisomy 21, or Down syndrome, and congenital heart disease may help children with these conditions lead longer and more productive lives, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association.
Study links COVID-19 to higher benzodiazepine use in postpartum women
New research from the University of Georgia suggests the COVID-19 pandemic may have had an unexpected side effect for postpartum women: more benzodiazepine prescriptions.
PPARs and PROTACs: A new strategy in cancer therapeutics
The growing challenge in cancer therapy lies in overcoming tumor heterogeneity, drug resistance, and associated side effects.
Understanding sex-specific patterns of melanoma development
Melanoma rates differ consistently between men and women in terms of the ages at which melanomas occur and the locations on the body where they occur.
New biomarker helps differentiate Alzheimer’s from primary 4-repeat tauopathies
A new biomarker makes it easier to distinguish between Alzheimer's and primary tauopathy.
Research highlights gaps in evidence for lifestyle counseling in medicine
Healthcare professionals are increasingly giving advice to patients on how to improve their health, but there is often a lack of scientific evidence if this advice is actually beneficial.
Study highlights physician and patient interest in climate-conscious healthcare
Concerns about the environmental impact of healthcare decisions rarely enter into conversations between patients and physicians.
Breakthrough in understanding formaldehyde toxicity during development and aging
AMeD syndrome is a severe genetic condition found in children that present with accelerated aging, global developmental delay and bone marrow failure, among others, progressing to Myelodysplastic Syndrome and Acute Myeloid Leukaemia.
National survey reveals vaccine hesitancy ahead of flu and COVID-19 season
With flu season just around the corner and COVID-19 cases on the rise, a new nationwide survey from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center reveals hesitancy around vaccines this fall.
Assessing the environmental impact of biotechnological pesticides
Biotechnological pesticides are a promising alternative to traditional chemical pesticides. But we have limited knowledge of how toxic they are to other organisms in the environment beyond regulatory assessments.
Breakthrough study sheds light on mechanisms behind the spread of gastric cancer to the peritoneum
Gastric cancer remains a formidable adversary, ranking as the fifth most common cancer and the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, with over 1,000,000 new cases and close to 770,000 deaths each year.
Forests near homes are crucial in mitigating heat-related health risks
Across the globe, heat waves are becoming more frequent and more intense. Therefore, how to effectively combat the adverse effects of heat is an increasingly important topic of research.
Advances in targeting the CD47/SIRPα "do not eat me" pathway for cancer therapy
A new editorial was recently published in Oncotarget's Volume 15, on July 10, 2024, entitled, "The advances in targeting CD47/SIRPα "do not eat me" axis and their ongoing challenges as an anticancer therapy."
Study finds brain synchronization between humans and dogs during social interactions
During social interactions, the activity of the brain's neurons becomes synchronized between the individuals involved.
Obesity medication liraglutide is safe and effective in children aged 6 to <12 years
Liraglutide treatment significantly lowers BMI in obese children aged 6 to <12, but gastrointestinal side effects prompt the need for additional studies.
Salt can boost antitumor responses of T cells
Elevated sodium levels in tumors boost T-cell metabolic fitness and cytotoxicity, revealing potential avenues for improving cancer therapies.
Novel drug delivery system aims to prevent hearing loss from cisplatin chemotherapy
The chemotherapy drug cisplatin is a lifesaver for many adults and children diagnosed with cancer, but it often causes hearing loss, a side effect that can diminish quality of life following treatment.