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Pseudoaneurysm with median nerve injury caused by right radial artery puncture: Study

Beijing [China], January 24 (ANI): A team of researchers from China considers a pseudoaneurysm with median nerve injury caused by right radial artery puncture.

2021-01-24T02:37:31.831312+00:00 IST

Tool calculates risk of Covid-19 transmission in poorly-ventilated spaces: Study

Washington [US], January 23 (ANI): A recent report published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society A, show that social distancing measures alone do not provide adequate protection from the virus, and further emphasise the vital importance of ventilation and face masks in order to slow the spread of COVID-19.

2021-01-23T16:14:11.416074+00:00 IST

Sudden deaths outside hospitals increased where COVID-19 hit hardest: Research

Philadelphia [US], January 23 (ANI): A new study comparing the incidence of sudden deaths occurring outside the hospital across New York City's highly diverse neighbourhoods with the percentage of positive SARS-CoV-19 tests found that increased sudden deaths during the pandemic correlate to the extent of virus infection in a neighbourhood.

2021-01-23T11:34:40.841877+00:00 IST

One alcoholic drink per day can increase risk of atrial fibrillation: Study

Washington [US], January 23 (ANI): A recent study revealed that individuals who regularly drink a humble measure of liquor are at a higher risk of atrial fibrillation, a condition where the heart pulsates in a strange rhythm.

2021-01-23T11:23:01.034836+00:00 IST

Colorectal cancer can be treated with simple, cheap test: Research

London [UK], January 23 (ANI): A research published in the British Journal of Cancer has examined a basic, modest test that can help recognize who is in danger of developing colorectal cancer, and is efficient in aiding early diagnosis and possibly saving lives.

2021-01-23T10:55:48.152869+00:00 IST

Peer confidants at school may help teens with anxiety, depression: Study

Washington [US], January 23 (ANI): Teen challenges including depression and anxiety are better understood by their peers as compared to teachers or counsellors in the school, believe three-quarters of parents in a new national poll.

2021-01-23T09:05:34.896970+00:00 IST

Premature birth can be reduced by treating fetus as patient: Study

Texas [US], January 23 (ANI): A new study by scientists of the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) successfully proved the potential for reducing pre-term birth by treating a fetus as a patient with a new drug delivery system developed by ILIAS Biologics, Inc.

2021-01-23T05:05:32.247978+00:00 IST

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Research on possible new combo therapy for head, neck cancer

Washington [US], January 23 (ANI): Researchers at the University of Cincinnati have tested a new combination therapy in animal models to see if they could find a way to make an already effective treatment even better.

2021-01-23T03:54:49.509482+00:00 IST

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Study on risk factors for intraoperative pressure injury in aortic surgery

Washington [US], January 23 (ANI): In a new study, researchers consider risk factors for intraoperative pressure injury in aortic surgery.

2021-01-23T03:51:59.025735+00:00 IST

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Dramatic changes to radiotherapy treatments due to COVID-19

Leeds [UK], January 23 (ANI): Dramatic changes were seen in the delivery of radiotherapy treatments for cancer during the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic in England.

2021-01-23T03:23:24.193814+00:00 IST

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Strange hyperactivation in brain can be early sign of Alzheimer's

Montreal [Canada], January 22 (ANI): A research led by psychology and neuroscience professor of the University of Montreal highlights that abnormally hyperactive areas in the brain may help better predict the onset of Alzheimer's disease.

2021-01-22T04:39:59.562050+00:00 IST

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New study explains how SARS-CoV-2 may seize human cells

Washington [US], January 22 (ANI): Another detailed study by the American Association for the Advancement of Science asserts that the SARS-CoV-2 virus not only targets to enter the human cells but begin to replicate and spread as well.

2021-01-22T04:04:04.153613+00:00 IST

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New combination of immunotherapies shows great promise for treating lung cancer

Ontario [Canada], January 22 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers have established in lab settings that a novel combination of two forms of immunotherapy can be highly effective for treating lung cancer, which causes more deaths than any other form of cancer.

2021-01-22T03:38:58.117745+00:00 IST

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New insights into link between sunlight exposure and kidney damage

Washington [US], January 22 (ANI): A new collaborative study reveals unexpected insights into how skin exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light can worsen clinical symptoms in autoimmune diseases such as lupus.

2021-01-22T03:20:31.249397+00:00 IST

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Bone density loss from Anastrozole partially reverses after treatment stops: Study

London [UK], January 22 (ANI): A study by researchers from Queen Mary University of London shows that bone loss known to be associated with the use of the breast cancer prevention drug Anastrozole partially reverses, particularly at the lumbar spine, after stopping treatment.

2021-01-22T03:10:14.245767+00:00 IST

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Study suggests being fat linked with worse heart health even in people who exercise

Sophia Antipolis [France], December 22 (ANI): Physical activity does not undo the negative effects of excess body weight on heart health, suggest the findings of a large study.

2021-01-22T03:01:38.917245+00:00 IST

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Here's how coffee temporarily counteracts effect of sleep loss on cognitive function

Washington [US], January 22 (ANI): A new study exploring the impact of repeated sleep loss during a simulated working week has found that consuming caffeinated coffee during the day helps to minimise reductions in attention and cognitive function, compared to decaffeinated coffee.

2021-01-22T02:52:28.597712+00:00 IST

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Study: Deep sleep prevents neurodegenerative disease, crucial for brain health

Illinois [US], January 21 (ANI): A new study lead by researchers from Northwestern University highlights the importance of getting a deep sleep for good brain health.

2021-01-21T04:18:46.926267+00:00 IST

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Antidepressants ineffectual for back pain and osteoarthritis

Canberra [Australia], January 21 (ANI): A study published by the British Medical Journal (BMJ) provides evidence that stimulant medications are generally inadequate for back and osteoarthritis pain, in spite of being broadly utilized for these conditions.

2021-01-21T02:58:28.658565+00:00 IST

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Study reveals breakthrough in understanding 'tummy bug' bacteria

Washington [US], January 20 (ANI): Scientists have discovered how bacteria commonly responsible for seafood-related stomach upsets can go dormant and then "wake up".

2021-01-20T06:49:06.114586+00:00 IST

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Individual, organisational capacity to change can reduce health care workforce burnout

Washington [US], January 20 (ANI): During the pandemic, burnout among health care professionals is a pervasive public health concern as the health care professionals are required to work even longer hours in high-stress situations. New research has found that health care professionals with a greater personal ability to respond to change experienced lower rates of burnout when their work environments offered strong communication, teamwork, and leadership support.

2021-01-20T06:27:27.398004+00:00 IST