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Medical Xpress / Rebuilding the mind after cancer: Study shows remote program could help
For many adults recovering from cancer, finishing treatment does not mean the end of challenges. Up to 80% of survivors continue to struggle with "chemobrain"—subtle but disruptive changes in memory, attention, and mental ...
Phys.org / Why are some people extremely competitive while others are so chill?
If you've ever been on the sidelines at an under-12's team sport, you will know that some children are fiercely competitive, while others are there simply to socialize.
Medical Xpress / CDC panel may change longtime rule on hepatitis B shots for newborns
A CDC advisory group is meeting today and preparing to vote on whether newborns should still get a hepatitis B vaccine within the first 24 hours of life, a significant change from guidance that has been in place since the ...
Phys.org / Sumatra's flood crisis: How deforestation turned a cyclonic storm into a likely recurring tragedy
Cyclone Senyar hit South and Southeast Asian countries in late November. In Indonesia, the island of Sumatra, especially its northern parts, took the worst hit.
Medical Xpress / Millions of Abbott glucose sensors recalled after faulty readings linked to deaths
Millions of people rely on continuous glucose monitors to help manage diabetes. But a new alert from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that some sensors from Abbott may give incorrect blood sugar readings, ...
Phys.org / New research spotlights the value women bring to audit teams and the workplace
Audit teams with more women benefit firms and clients alike by delivering higher-quality audits at a lower cost, according to new research from the University at Buffalo School of Management.
Medical Xpress / To treat long COVID, we must learn from historical chronic illnesses, medical researchers say
In a paper published in Trends in Immunology, scientists and doctors highlight the importance of studying long COVID in the context of other post-acute infection syndromes or chronic illnesses. By analyzing historical accounts ...
Phys.org / When navigating a timeline full of crises, it's good to have a halo
When it seems like each day brings a new crisis, understanding the nuances of navigating these situations successfully becomes increasingly important for individuals and organizations alike. UConn Department of Communication ...
Phys.org / Governments need to prepare for more frequent large floods
Flood management is a priority for many governments around the world. Recent floods have led to hundreds of deaths and caused significant damage in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Albania, Kenya and elsewhere.
Phys.org / High-resolution GlyT2 structures point to non-opioid analgesic options
Glycine is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter that reduces nerve activity, helping to regulate pain signals, motor control and sensory processing. Glycine transporter 2 (GlyT2) is a key regulator of glycinergic neurotransmission ...
Medical Xpress / Who are the loneliest Americans?
Middle-aged Americans are most likely to feel the pinch of loneliness in their lives these days, a new AARP survey has found.
Medical Xpress / Medicaid work rules exempt the 'medically frail.' Deciding who qualifies is tricky
Eliza Brader worries she soon will need to prove she's working to continue receiving Medicaid health coverage. She doesn't think she should have to.
