Study highlights causal associations between gut microbes and hypothyroidism
The association between the microbial community of the gut and hypothyroidism.
AI assistance in radiology shows mixed results for performance
One of the most touted promises of medical artificial intelligence tools is their ability to augment human clinicians' performance by helping them interpret images such as X-rays and CT scans…
Nano-sized toxic metals found in cannabis vaping liquids even before the first use
Vapes have often been heralded as a "safer" way to consume either nicotine or cannabis, where legal to do so.
Objective risk information motivates preeclampsia prevention among pregnant patients
A new study in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth finds that objective information about risk of preeclampsia could be key to driving patient behavior change and creates motivation among pregnant patients…
Milk ladder approach offers hope for children with cow’s milk allergy
Researchers review milk ladder use for managing cow's milk allergy in children, emphasizing its potential in safely introducing cow's milk to induce tolerance and the need for standardization and further…
Common cranberry can help improve performance of competitive athletes
Competitive athletes are always looking for an extra edge that can help them improve performance. According to a new study by Concordia researchers published in the journal Physical Activity and…
Thriving early environments boost brain and cognitive development in children
Researchers have found that environmental supports in the first year of life, termed the thrive factor (T-factor), play a crucial role in brain, cognitive, and socioemotional development in children by…
New analysis provides a comprehensive policy solution to bolster intensive care capacity in rural America
A new policy analysis led by the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute describes the intensive care crisis in rural America and provides a comprehensive policy solution to bolster intensive care…
Study examines oral hygiene self-care behavior among patients with mental health disorders
A study aiming to examine oral hygiene self-care behavior among patients with self-reported mental health disorders was presented at the 102nd General Session of the IADR, which was held in…
Metformin boosts appetite-suppressing metabolite, new study finds
Metformin treatment boosts levels of Lac-Phe, an appetite-suppressing metabolite, potentially offering new insights into its mechanism and opening doors for obesity treatments.