Cart is empty Improving food literacy positively influences diet quality and reduces the risk of chronic diseases; however, interpreting the evidence of its effectiveness has been limited. Results of a new study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, have found that Foodbank Western Australia’s Food Sensations for Adults (FSA) food literacy program is effective in producing positive changes across a range of food literacy and dietary behaviors in participants ages 18 and older.
Intensity-modulated radiation therapy provides long-term benefits to patients with locally advanced lung cancer
Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) should be the preferred choice when treating patients with locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), as it reduces radiation exposure to the heart and lungs, according to researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Lowering blood pressure after clot removal may not be safe; should be individualized
Using blood pressure medications to lower the top number of blood pressure readings (systolic blood pressure) may not be safe or effective among people who have an acute ischemic stroke and undergo a successful mechanical clot removal.
Leading asthma groups tackle definition of clinical remission in treatment of asthma
As an increasing number of improved asthma treatments are developed, a greater number of people with asthma are finding their symptoms under control. Their improved status raises an important question for health care providers (HCPs) who treat this condition: “What qualifies as clinical remission in the treatment of asthma?”
New study explores the role of caregiver pandemic-related stress in child behavior
Emotional support and tangible aid for caregivers benefited all families during the COVID-19 pandemic, not just those facing higher stress levels, according to a new study. Dr. Brennan and Sara Nozadi, Ph.D., of the University of New Mexico led this collaborative research published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
New insights into the development of Parkinson’s disease in the brain might open the doors to new therapies
Parkinson’s disease, characterized by various motor dysfunctions, is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder in the world. It is known that specific gene mutations that are passed down through families are responsible for some cases of Parkinson’s disease. But now, researchers from Japan have found that this might open the doors to new therapies.
Researchers use AI to predict recovery after serious brain injury
Two graduate students from Western University have developed a method for predicting which intensive care unit (ICU) patients will survive a severe brain injury.
Q&A: BA.2.86 and EG.5—how will the new COVID-19 boosters work with new variants?
Concern is rising about the COVID-19 variants BA.2.86 and EG.5 as the United States is seeing a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Mississippi’s cervical cancer deaths indicate broader health care problems
Shementé Jones knew something wasn’t right. Her back hurt. She felt pain during sex.
World Trade Center attack responders continue to need monitoring of PTSD, cognitive status
Twenty plus years after the September 11 World Trade Center attacks responders who have suffered physical and cognitive illnesses resulting from exposures continue to be monitored by health care providers. Ongoing studies by investigators at the Stony Brook WTC Health and Wellness Program reveal that assessments of this patient population’s mental health and cognitive status remain on the forefront of research as we move further away from that fateful day of 911.