Warming events are increasing in magnitude and severity, threatening many ecosystems worldwide. As the global temperatures continue to climb, it also raises uncertainties as to the relationship, prevalence, and spread of parasites and disease. A recent study from the University of Washington explores the ways parasitism will respond to climate change, providing researchers new insights
Month: May 2020
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.May 30 2020 A combination of genetic shuffling and evolutionary selection of near-identical genetic sequences among specific bat and pangolin coronaviruses may have led to the evolution of SARS-CoV-2 and its introduction into humans, a new study suggests. The results also showed that the virus’ entire receptor binding motif (RBM), a
May 30 2020 The inventor of a ground-breaking COVID-19 test described his ‘eureka moment’ when he realized he could adapt existing tech to create a rapid virus test. Professor Chris Toumazou is the co-founder of DnaNudge, which produces wearables and App technology that use your DNA plus your lifestyle to guide you towards healthier food
May 30 2020 The COVID-19 crisis is not impacting cardiovascular procedures as heavily as it is other therapy areas, since the majority of these procedures are essential, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData estimates that 96.7% of cardiovascular procedures performed in the US are essential procedures. These essential procedures include surgeries
Latest Arthritis News By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Lots of people are using medical marijuana to treat their arthritis and other muscle aches and pains, often without consulting their doctor, a new study reports. As many as 1 in 5 patients who consult an orthopedic surgeon for chronic musculoskeletal
Latest Coronavirus News By E.J. MundellHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — A new study finds that prescriptions rose sharply for two anti-malarial drugs that President Donald Trump claimed could help prevent or treat COVID-19. This happened despite the fact that multiple studies found the medicines might only bring harm to patients with
Latest Coronavirus News THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — As the evidence piles up that a malaria drug touted as a possible coronavirus treatment by President Donald Trump may instead harm patients, a new study shows the same might hold true for cancer patients with COVID-19. Researchers found that cancer patients with COVID-19 who
Latest Prevention & Wellness News THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Money is the last thing on anyone’s mind during a medical emergency, but new research shows many patients could be hit with huge bills for that ambulance drive or helicopter flight to the hospital. Quick response is crucial for people who have major
Latest Infectious Disease News FRIDAY, May 29, 2020 (HealthDay News) — U.S. AIDS activist and writer Larry Kramer died Wednesday in Manhattan at age 84. The cause of death was pneumonia, according to his husband, David Webster, The New York Times reported. Kramer struggled with illness for much of his adult life, including infection with
Latest Digestion News THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (American Heart Association News) — Many people are familiar with the idea that gut bacteria are important for health. Given their location, you might assume that role is only about digestion. But evidence is mounting that the microbes in our intestines interact with our minds – and hearts
Latest Neurology News THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Very few people with autism receive two recommended genetic tests, a new study finds. The American Academy of Pediatrics and other medical groups recommend offering chromosomal microarray testing and Fragile X testing to people with autism, to detect or rule out genetic abnormalities that could
Latest Heart News THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Music influences people’s heart rates, and one piece of music will affect individuals’ hearts differently, a new, small study shows. The findings could lead to novel, drug-free treatments for such conditions as high blood pressure and heart rhythm disorders, or to help people relax or
Latest Heart News By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Could a higher power help stroke recovery? People who are spiritual may be better able to deal with stroke-related disability, new research suggests. The Italian study linked spirituality — be it through religion or simply a strong sense of purpose and
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.May 29 2020 Cameron Nowzari, Assistant Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering, received $150,000 from the National Science Foundation for a project in which he and his collaborators are developing numerical methods and mathematical models to provide complementary support to the epidemiologists worldwide who are working to understand how COVID-19 spreads. Some
Luis Quintero, Assistant Professor at the Carey Business School, explores how the COVID19 and climate change crises are similar in many ways, how they are directly connected, and how the pandemic can change the prospects of our abilities to become more sustainable and avoid address the threat of irreversible damage to our climate. Visit https://www.jhu.edu/hopkinsathome
A startup building health kiosks deployed in grocery stores raised funding from an unusual source — another startup. Higi closed a $30 million series B round led by Babylon Health, a London-based startup that has developed a health triage chatbot. Previous investors including 7Wire Ventures, Flare Capital Partners and Jumpstart Capital also participated in the
Quest Diagnostics has won emergency use authorization for a self-collection kit for COVID-19. The Secaucus, NJ-based company said its test is for individuals to self-collect a nasal specimen at home or in a healthcare setting when determined to be appropriate by a healthcare provider. The self-collection kit allows an individual to swab the front part
Philips Wins Regulatory Nod for Clinical Surveillance Biosensor Philips won a nod from FDA and a CE mark for a next-generation wireless wearable biosensor to help monitor COVID-19 patients in hospital. The Amsterdam, Netherlands-based company touts its next-generation device as being able to enhance clinical surveillance in its patient deterioration detection solution to help clinicians
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.May 29 2020 With funding from the National Institutes of Health, University of Arkansas researchers hope to develop the first therapeutic drug that can regenerate heart tissue. The lesion-seeking biological drug, released through stent placement, could treat coronary blockages and prevent heart failure. Currently, there are no viable therapeutics available on
Interview conducted by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.May 29 2020 Thought LeadersDr. Lewis SpurginEvolutionary BiologistUniversity of East Anglia News-Medical spoke to Dr. Lewis Spurgin about a new study that looked at ‘real world’ movement data and social contact to understand the spread of COVID-19. What lead you to research contact tracing and epidemic models? The Royal Society
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