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Released: 22-May-2024 4:05 PM EDT
Young people are increasingly using Wegovy and Ozempic
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Public interest in weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic is surging, but national data on dispensing patterns in the United States are surprisingly scarce.

Newswise: Brain connectivity patterns differ in infants at familial risk for autism
Released: 22-May-2024 2:05 PM EDT
Brain connectivity patterns differ in infants at familial risk for autism
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences

A study co-led by researchers at UCLA Health has found distinct brain connectivity patterns in six-week-old infants at risk for developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Released: 22-May-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Launches “Empower the Possible” Campaign with Historic 10-Year, $100 Million Commitment from Nationwide Foundation
Nationwide Children's Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is honored to announce that it has received a historic 10-year commitment of $100 million from the Nationwide Foundation. This landmark announcement marks the public launch of the hospital’s “Empower the Possible” campaign that with other gifts brings the campaign’s fundraising total to more than $270 million, more than halfway to the campaign goal of $500 million.

Newswise: Preventing Summer Injuries: 12 Tips from Johns Hopkins Pediatricians
Released: 22-May-2024 10:00 AM EDT
Preventing Summer Injuries: 12 Tips from Johns Hopkins Pediatricians
Johns Hopkins Medicine

The weather is heating up, and school is winding down. But, the start of summer also brings potential for injuries, particularly for children. Water accidents, sunburns, dehydration and head/neck injuries are some of the most common conditions pediatricians see during the summer.

Newswise: Nearly 3% of Healthy Adolescents use Commercial CBD Products, Study Finds
21-May-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Nearly 3% of Healthy Adolescents use Commercial CBD Products, Study Finds
University of California San Diego

Researchers at UC San Diego have found that nearly 3% of healthy adolescents use commercial CBD products, many of which contain higher levels of THC than advertised.

Released: 22-May-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Hospital Care Unit Meets Hiring Challenges by Growing Its Own Care Partners
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

To fill high demand positions, CHLA trainees undergo reskilling, a recent addition to the workforce glossary that refers to employees’ learning of new skills in order to pursue a different role within the same organization.

Released: 21-May-2024 3:05 PM EDT
New clinic-based study shows a program created by UTHealth Houston researchers can improve HPV vaccination rates among youth
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

A program for clinic systems created by researchers at UTHealth Houston called the Adolescent Vaccination Program (AVP) has proven to be effective at increasing human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination rates among adolescents according to a new study published in Vaccines.

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13-May-2024 9:40 AM EDT
VIDEO and TRANSCRIPT: RSV Risk And Undertreated Asthma: Expert Panel Q&A
Newswise

Doctors with the American Thoracic Society will discuss new research about the potential effect of estrogen on hypertension for women in menopause, and the link between hormone replacement and breast cancer risk. How can patients and doctors weigh the risks and benefits and decide whether or not estrogen is right for them?

13-May-2024 9:00 AM EDT
New Tool May Help Prioritize High-Risk Infants for RSV Immunization
American Thoracic Society (ATS)

Pediatric Impact of COVID-19 and Other Respiratory Infections Clinical Prediction Tool for Prioritizing Respiratory Syncytial Virus Prevention Products for High-Risk Infants During Current Limited Availability of Nirsevimab in the United States

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Released: 21-May-2024 12:05 PM EDT
University of Maryland School of Medicine Launches Vaccine Development Program to Prevent Sepsis in Newborns
University of Maryland School of Medicine

University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) researchers at the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) have been awarded $3.96 million to develop a maternal vaccine that prevents sepsis caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae in newborns and infants.

Released: 21-May-2024 10:05 AM EDT
ENDO 2024 press conferences to highlight male birth control, anti-obesity medications
Endocrine Society

Researchers will delve into emerging research in diabetes, obesity, reproductive health and other aspects of hormone health during the Endocrine Society’s ENDO 2024 news conferences June 1-4.

Released: 21-May-2024 9:00 AM EDT
Meeting preview: Hot topics at NUTRITION 2024
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Thousands of top nutrition experts will gather next month for a dynamic program of research announcements, policy discussions and award lectures at NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. Reporters and bloggers are invited to apply for a complimentary press pass to attend the meeting in Chicago from June 29–July 2.

Newswise: Rutgers Partnership Is Paving a Path for Tomorrow’s Biomedical Researchers
Released: 20-May-2024 2:05 PM EDT
Rutgers Partnership Is Paving a Path for Tomorrow’s Biomedical Researchers
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Rutgers–Newark are helping biology students gain valuable hands-on laboratory experience

Newswise: Fibromyalgia, IBS patients linked to multiple-drug intolerance
Released: 20-May-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Fibromyalgia, IBS patients linked to multiple-drug intolerance
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Patients with fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who take multiple medications are more likely to develop severe drug intolerance than healthy patients, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers reported. Their findings, published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice, could help health professionals prescribe drugs for patients and identify treatment plans for multiple drug intolerance syndrome (MDIS).

Newswise: Has Your Baby Been Diagnosed With
Tongue-Tie?
Released: 20-May-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Has Your Baby Been Diagnosed With Tongue-Tie?
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

If you and your infant are struggling with breastfeeding, it’s natural to feel concerned. A tongue-tie is one possible cause of these difficulties. A tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) may affect your baby’s ability to feed efficiently. To treat this condition, doctors may discuss a tongue-tie release procedure with you, which can help the tongue move more functionally. Other treatments options include feeding therapy and working with a lactation consultant.

Newswise: 1 in 4 parents say their teen consumes caffeine daily or nearly every day
15-May-2024 8:05 AM EDT
1 in 4 parents say their teen consumes caffeine daily or nearly every day
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

A quarter of parents report that caffeine is basically part of their teen’s daily life, according to a national poll.

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Newswise: IU School of Medicine researchers to present respiratory therapy advancements at ATS 2024
Released: 17-May-2024 9:05 AM EDT
IU School of Medicine researchers to present respiratory therapy advancements at ATS 2024
Indiana University

Researchers will showcase promising respiratory disease research at the American Thoracic Society (ATS) 2024 International Conference and ATS 2024 Respiratory Innovation Summit (RIS), May 17-22 in San Diego, California.

Released: 16-May-2024 3:05 PM EDT
Lurie Children’s Hospital Launches First Peer-Reviewed Journal on Health Advocacy
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago announces the launch of the Journal of Health Advocacy (JHA), the first of its kind peer-reviewed open access journal housed within the organization’s Patrick M. Magoon Institute for Healthy Communities.


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