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COVID-19 pandemic slowed progress toward ending HIV epidemic in the U.S.

The COVID-19 pandemic slowed previous gains made in controlling HIV blood levels and worsened health disparities, according to UC Francisco researchers leading the largest U.S. evaluation of the impact of the public health crisis on people with HIV.

14 Nov 2023

Aquatic HIIT improves exercise capacity in adults with chronic conditions

High-intensity interval training in water, often called aquatic HIIT (AHIIT) improves exercise capacity in adults with chronic conditions and has a similar impact as land based training (LBHIIT), suggests research published in the open access journal BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine.

14 Nov 2023

UK soft drinks levy may have reduced tooth extractions in children by 12%, study finds

The UK soft drinks industry levy introduced in 2018 may have reduced the number of under 18s having a tooth removed due to tooth decay by 12%, suggests research published in the open access journal BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health.

14 Nov 2023

Call for global action to utilize genomic surveillance to address antimicrobial resistance

During the COVID-19 pandemic, genomic surveillance proved vital in helping understand the evolution and spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

14 Nov 2023

Social, gendered variables may better explain observed sex disparities in adverse drug events

A new study out this week in the journal Social Science and Medicine proposes that social, gendered variables may better explain observed sex disparities in adverse drug events than sex-based biology.

14 Nov 2023

EPA grant funds research to balance renewable energy goals with community values

A plentiful source available for carbon-free electric power in New England states is hydroelectric dams across the border in Canada. But getting that power into the Northeast has hit political headwinds.

14 Nov 2023

New triage system for pregnant women and new mothers improves patient outcomes

Increased vigilance for high blood pressure and diffuse stomach pain. These are some of the characteristics of emergency care adapted for pregnant women and new mothers.

14 Nov 2023

New EU project aims to promote healthy and eco-friendly Mediterranean lifestyle

Within the past few decades, dietary habits have shifted dramatically toward the consumption of ultra-processed foods and drinks (UPFDs).

14 Nov 2023

IU researchers receive $5 million grant to improve care for adolescents with opioid use disorder

IU School of Medicine researchers are taking steps to improve the accessibility and quality of care for adolescents experiencing opioid use disorder (OUD) and other substance use disorders (SUDs), thanks to a new $5 million grant from the National Institute of Health's Helping to End Addiction Long-Term (HEAL) Initiative.

14 Nov 2023

Self-perception of health influences physical activity levels in older adults with arthritis

People with arthritis who report more negative feelings about how they are aging tend to get less physical activity and perceive themselves as less healthy, according to a new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and Weill Cornell Medicine.

14 Nov 2023

Understanding factors influencing PrEP prescribing for adolescents

HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a daily dose of two medications meant to prevent HIV infection in high-risk people, has changed public health dramatically in recent years.

14 Nov 2023

Eating in a ten-hour window has positive health benefits

Eating in a ten-hour window is associated with higher energy and mood and lower hunger levels, new results from the largest UK community science study of its kind shows .

14 Nov 2023

Genetic test for antidepressants could save millions and improve patient outcomes

A special kind of genetic test that helps determine the best antidepressant for patients with moderate-to-severe depression could generate substantive health system savings and greatly improve patient outcomes, according to new research from the University of British Columbia.

14 Nov 2023

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COVID-19 pandemic slowed progress toward ending HIV epidemic in the U.S.

Aquatic HIIT improves exercise capacity in adults with chronic conditions

UK soft drinks levy may have reduced tooth extractions in children by 12%, study finds

Call for global action to utilize genomic surveillance to address antimicrobial resistance

Social, gendered variables may better explain observed sex disparities in adverse drug events

EPA grant funds research to balance renewable energy goals with community values

New triage system for pregnant women and new mothers improves patient outcomes

New EU project aims to promote healthy and eco-friendly Mediterranean lifestyle

IU researchers receive $5 million grant to improve care for adolescents with opioid use disorder

Self-perception of health influences physical activity levels in older adults with arthritis

Understanding factors influencing PrEP prescribing for adolescents

Eating in a ten-hour window has positive health benefits

Genetic test for antidepressants could save millions and improve patient outcomes

Adult children discuss the trials of caring for their aging parents

What long-term care looks like around the world

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New wireless biosensor technology could revolutionize healthcare

Empowering indigenous communities through coproduced health research

Do Republican spending cuts threaten federal HIV funding? For some programs, yes.

Placental inflammation's role in adult depression and heart disease

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