Two indoor cats in Oregon were euthanized after contracting bird flu, leading to a recall of raw pet food sold in both Oregon and Washington, health officials have announced.
Autophagy malfunction study moves a step closer to understanding Rett syndrome
Rett syndrome is a rare genetic disease affecting 1 in 10,000 newborn girls, characterized by sudden regression around 1 year of age, with loss of acquired language and motor skills and leading to profound cognitive impairment. Its main cause is mutations of the gene MeCP2, an important controller of neuronal development in the brain.
Tests on sunglasses show deficiencies in protection against ultraviolet rays
Solar ultraviolet radiation is one of the causes of a series of eye diseases, including cataracts and a type of corneal inflammation (photokeratitis), which can be delayed or prevented by using UV protection, with sunglasses being the most popular accessory for this function. However, a study published in the journal Research on Biomedical Engineering raises alarm bells by revealing shortcomings in this protection.
Metastatic bladder cancer immunotherapy outcomes better with antihistamines, study shows
Renal + Urology News highlighted research led by the University of Cincinnati’s Alberto Martini, MD, that found using antihistamines in patients receiving second-line immunotherapy (IO) for bladder cancer may improve outcomes.
Children with autism spectrum disorder less likely to have severe injuries than those with ADHD, finds study
A new study published in JAMA Network Open this month has found that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be less likely to experience injuries compared to children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Recent decade saw rise in number of adults with severe obesity
The number of U.S. adults with severe obesity increased from 2013 to 2023, according to a research letter published online Feb. 13 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Short-course vaginal cuff brachytherapy feasible for early-stage endometrial cancer
Short-course vaginal cuff brachytherapy (VCB) is noninferior to standard regimens for short-term quality of life in people with early-stage endometrial cancer, according to a study published online Dec. 4 in JCO Oncology Advances.
Score integrates vital signs and laboratory tests to predict the likelihood of a hospital discharge
Patients at the Lyell McEwin Hospital were less likely to be re-admitted when their likelihood of discharge was evaluated by an artificial intelligence system, new research has found.
Buying local fruit and veg in regional Victoria isn’t more expensive than produce from outside the region
A new study analyzing fruit and vegetable prices in regional Victoria shows that locally grown produce doesn’t necessarily cost more than fruit and veg grown outside the region.
Study finds cryotherapy treatment is effective in reducing neuropathy in breast cancer patients
A new study led by a George Washington University Cancer Center researcher found that cold therapy protects breast cancer patients from nerve pain caused by chemotherapy.