Gas stations vent far more toxic fumes than previously thought
Credit: Markus Hilpert/Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health A study led by environmental health scientists at Columbia University Mailman ...
Rethinking lethality in youth suicide attempts
Washington, DC, October 4, 2018 - First suicide attempts are more lethal than previously realized, reports a study of children ...
Southwest Virginia residents sought to direct region’s battle against cancer
A new University of Virginia Cancer Center initiative will empower Southwest Virginia residents to lead projects to better detect and ...
Brain & Behavior Research Foundation awards over $13 million in young investigator grants
NEW YORK (October 4, 2018)--The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation today announced the awarding of its Young Investigator Grants valued ...
Clemson researcher warns of spread of homemade steroids
CLEMSON, South Carolina -- A Clemson University researcher recently published insights into homemade steroids and steroid trafficking through a study ...
Triple dual therapy significantly improves lung function, quality of life in COPD patients
The InforMing the PAthway of COPD Treatment (IMPACT) study was conducted to assess the benefits of triple versus dual therapy ...
Evidence mounts linking aspirin to lower risk of ovarian cancer
TAMPA, Fla. -- Taking a low-dose aspirin daily may help women lower their risk of developing ovarian cancer. A new ...
Synthetic training models provide equivalent physiologic stress response in learners
A study from the University of Minnesota Combat Casualty Training Consortium shows no significant differences between the use of live ...
Female representation in the CHEST Fellowship on the rise
Achieving fellow status in medical societies is an important benchmark for academic success. A study presented at the CHEST Annual ...
Significant barriers facing homeless adults in accessing quality end-of-life care
Terminally-ill homeless adults and their care providers must surmount many obstacles in the receipt and provision of palliative care, according ...
UMN researchers use 3D technology to identify optimal stem cells for transplantation
MINNEAPOLIS, MN- October 4, 2018- Muscular dystrophy is a condition which causes muscle weakness and decreased mobility, caused by defects ...
Gram-negative bacteria increase mortality, vasopressor use and ICU admission
Alterations to the respiratory microbiome have been identified as a predisposing factor of interstitial lung diseases (ILD). In a study ...
Have asthma and a pet? Re-homing your cat or dog may not be necessary
A study from the Nationwide Children's Hospital analyzed environmental exposures, like pet and secondhand smoke, to determine if they have ...
Study focused on improving radiation treatment for cancers in pet dogs
Can scientists improve cancer treatment for man's best friend? A UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center researcher and his colleagues have ...
Mechanical ventilation ‘no increased risk’ of mortality in pregnant patients
Researchers in Columbia, South America, conducted a retrospective observational study within six hospitals to identify risk factors of maternal mortality ...
Report outlines cancer risk among Hispanics/Latinos in the United States
ATLANTA -October 4, 2018- The cancer burden in Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory with a 99% Hispanic population, is substantially ...
Duvelisib has marked response, survival benefit in difficult-to-treat leukemia and lymphoma
Credit: Sarah Cannon (WASHINGTON, October 4, 2018) -- For some patients with difficult-to-treat leukemia and lymphoma, the investigational oral medicine ...
Teachers’ views on LGBQ students are changing
Over the past decade, the American school environment has become slightly more receptive towards students who identify as being either ...
Day-time naps help us acquire information not consciously perceived, study finds
The age-old adage "I'll sleep on it" has proven to be scientifically sound advice, according to a new study which ...
