Archive: 20/12/2016

Association between birth of an infant with major congenital anomalies and subsequent risk of death

In Denmark, having a child with a major congenital anomaly was associated with a small but statistically significant increased risk of death in the mother compared with women without an affected child, according to a study ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Model demonstrates high-quality patient care while reducing costs

Providing high-quality patient care while reducing costs is a significant goal in the current health care reform environment. The Institute of Medicine has specifically called for the establishment of "learning health systems" ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Study finds some councils in London let down homeless veterans

In the case of Barnet and Kensington & Chelsea, their allocations policies don't comply with the law which provides for particular duties towards veterans and their families. Barnet is amending its Housing Allocations Scheme ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Guam governor supports legalizing pot for recreational use

Guam Gov. Eddie Calvo has proposed legalizing recreational marijuana on the island, with heavy taxation.

Dec 20, 2016

Genetic mutations could increase risk of cytomegalovirus infection

Experimenting with human cells and mice, Johns Hopkins researchers have found that a genetic mutation that alters a protein called NOD1 may increase susceptibility to human cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection. CMV is a common ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Study provides clues to improving fecal microbiota transplantation

Results from a placebo-controlled trial provide a strategy for improving fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) for patients with recurrent Clostridium difficile infection. The study, published online this week in mBio, an ...

Dec 20, 2016

Research discredits theory that e-cigarettes make tobacco use socially acceptable

A study conducted by the Glasgow-based Centre for Substance Use Research (CSUR) has cast doubt on the link suggested by some between the increased visibility of e-cigarette use and the renormalisation of smoking.

Dec 20, 2016

Scientists track sequence of events necessary for apoptosis to occur properly

Billions of cells in our bodies die every day in an important process called apoptosis. Now, researchers at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute have mapped out a sequence of events that are necessary for apoptosis to occur ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Psychological benefit of gratitude around the holidays

Attention all last-minute holiday shoppers: If you want to alleviate stress while saving some hard-earned money in the process, then learn to cultivate a sense of gratitude.

Dec 20, 2016

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Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are safe, effective option

Long-acting reversible contraceptives are the most effective form of reversible birth control but not the most commonly used. Misconceptions and outdated misinformation prevent many people from realizing the benefits of intrauterine ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Archive: 20/12/2016

Association between birth of an infant with major congenital anomalies and subsequent risk of death

Model demonstrates high-quality patient care while reducing costs

Study finds some councils in London let down homeless veterans

Guam governor supports legalizing pot for recreational use

Genetic mutations could increase risk of cytomegalovirus infection

Study provides clues to improving fecal microbiota transplantation

Research discredits theory that e-cigarettes make tobacco use socially acceptable

Scientists track sequence of events necessary for apoptosis to occur properly

Psychological benefit of gratitude around the holidays

Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are safe, effective option

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