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Released: 12-Aug-2024 11:05 AM EDT
3 Keys to Assessing Cardiac Function in Neonatal Shock
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Neonatal shock is an acute and potentially life-threatening condition for babies. To treat it, physicians must determine whether systolic or diastolic dysfunction—or both—is causing a lack of oxygen to the baby’s organs.But that’s not always a simple task.

Newswise: Brain Electrical Stimulation Suppresses Appetite. A New Frontier in Obesity Treatment?
Released: 12-Aug-2024 12:00 AM EDT
Brain Electrical Stimulation Suppresses Appetite. A New Frontier in Obesity Treatment?
National Research Council of Science and Technology

The team led by Dr. Shin of KERI has proposed a novel approach which is to suppress appetite by stimulating cerebral cortex electrically through scalp.

24-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
New research shows how machine learning could revolutionize diagnosis and treatment of multiple myeloma and sepsis
Association for Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine (ADLM (formerly AACC))

Exciting research at the frontier of artificial intelligence and data science in laboratory medicine was presented today at ADLM 2024 (formerly the AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo).

24-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
New test can detect patients’ risk of harmful side effects from Alzheimer's drugs
Association for Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine (ADLM (formerly AACC))

Today at ADLM 2024 (formerly the AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo), researchers will present data on a novel test that predicts whether Alzheimer’s patients are genetically predisposed to side effects from anti-amyloid drugs, a promising new class of Alzheimer’s therapeutics.

29-Jul-2024 1:05 PM EDT
Accuracy of diagnostic blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease varies
Washington University in St. Louis

A head-to-head comparison of six commercially available blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis reveals that two are accurate enough to replace brain scans and spinal taps in some patients with cognitive impairments.

24-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Novel study reveals that a surprising number of pregnant people are using cannabis — and need to be informed of its risks
Association for Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine (ADLM (formerly AACC))

Breaking research shows that rates of cannabis use during pregnancy are far higher than previously thought, a finding that could improve efforts to identify pregnant cannabis users and inform them of potential risks.

24-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Breaking research on the use of race in prenatal screens, health outcomes of HIV-exposed children could advance healthcare for underserved populations
Association for Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine (ADLM (formerly AACC))

In a new study, researchers have demonstrated that there is an insufficient basis for incorporating race in prenatal screening for birth defects. In a second, separate study, researchers have found that HIV-exposed uninfected children are at higher risk for health problems compared to uninfected, unexposed children.

24-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
The consequences of ending abortion protection, the patient perspective on laboratory developed tests, health equity, and more to be explored at ADLM 2024
Association for Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine (ADLM (formerly AACC))

At ADLM 2024 (formerly the AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo) in Chicago, more than 300 experts will present cutting-edge research and technology that will shape the future of laboratory medicine and improve patient care.

Newswise: Richard Rosen, MD, Receives Prestigious Award From the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
Released: 19-Jul-2024 8:05 AM EDT
Richard Rosen, MD, Receives Prestigious Award From the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
Mount Sinai Health System

The American Society of Retina Specialists is honoring Richard B. Rosen, MD, ScD (hon), FACS, FASRS, FARVO, CRA, the Belinda Bingham Pierce and Gerald G. Pierce Distinguished Professor of Ophthalmology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, with the prestigious Founders Award for 2024.

Released: 10-Jul-2024 12:30 PM EDT
Radiation oncology leaders awarded ASTRO Fellow designation
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) selected 48 distinguished members to receive the ASTRO Fellow (FASTRO) designation for its 2024 class of Fellows. These physician leaders will be recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, October 1 during ASTRO’s 66th Annual Meeting. The ASTRO Fellows program recognizes individuals who have made substantial contributions to the Society and to the field of radiation oncology through research, education, patient care and service to the field.

Newswise: Derek Wu Receives 2024 Best Abstract Award
Released: 10-Jul-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Derek Wu Receives 2024 Best Abstract Award
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Neuromuscular Foundation is excited to announce Derek Wu as the recipient of the 2024 Best Abstract Award for his abstract titled, “Profiling Granzymes in Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.” The Best Abstract Award is given to the first and presenting author of the best abstract submitted to the AANEM Annual Meeting.

   
Newswise: John A. Morren, MD, Selected to Speak at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting
Released: 9-Jul-2024 9:05 AM EDT
John A. Morren, MD, Selected to Speak at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce John A. Morren, MD, as a plenary speaker at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting Oct. 15-18, in Savannah, Georgia.

   
Newswise: John Norbury, MD, Selected to Speak at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting
Released: 9-Jul-2024 9:05 AM EDT
John Norbury, MD, Selected to Speak at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce John Norbury, MD, as a plenary speaker at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting Oct. 15-18, in Savannah, Georgia.

   
Newswise: Ileana Howard, MD, Selected to Speak at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting
Released: 9-Jul-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Ileana Howard, MD, Selected to Speak at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Ileana Howard, MD, as a plenary speaker at the 2024 AANEM Annual Meeting Oct. 15-18, in Savannah, Georgia.

   
24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
What You Eat at Age 40 Could Influence Your Quality of Life at 70
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study found that fewer than 1 in 10 people were able to live free of disease and maintain good physical, cognitive and mental health to age 70 and beyond. The study suggests that sticking to a healthy diet in midlife could increase your chance of achieving healthy aging.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Eating More Soy Foods Could Improve Thinking and Attention in Kids
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study found that school-aged children who consumed more isoflavones from soy foods exhibited better thinking abilities and attention. These findings pave the way for future research aimed at unraveling how soy foods can positively impact children's cognitive abilities.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Want to Stay Mentally Sharp Longer? Eat a Healthy Diet Now
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Eating a high-quality diet in youth and middle age could help keep your brain functioning well in your senior years, according to new preliminary findings from a study that used data collected from over 3,000 people followed for nearly seven decades.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Farm-to-Table Study Reveals Why Whole Grains Are Healthiest
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

What does whole wheat have that refined flour lacks? A new study reveals key differences in nutrient content along with exactly where nutrients are lost — and sometimes gained — along the journey from farm to table.

   
24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Study Suggests States Could Cut Healthcare Costs by Delivering Patient Tailored Meals
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

According to new research looking at every U.S. state, programs that deliver medically tailored meals (MTMs) to people with diet-sensitive conditions such as diabetes and heart disease along with limitations in the ability to perform daily activities could lead to substantial savings in healthcare costs.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Daily Sauna Time Might Help Prevent Menopause-Related Weight Gain
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

New research performed with mice suggests that daily time in a warm environment such as a sauna might help older adults, especially women, combat age-related obesity and insulin resistance. The study shows the potential of heat treatments as a simple way to promote healthier aging.



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