When are opioid prescription limits effective in reducing prescription duration?

by Northwestern UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMany states have passed new laws that place restrictions on the duration of first-time opioid prescriptions to help address the opioid

Updated on: March 22,2024

When are opioid prescription limits effective in reducing prescription duration?

by Northwestern UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMany states have passed new laws that place restrictions on the duration of first-time opioid prescriptions to help address the opioid

Updated on:March 22,2024

A brief history of drug-fueled combatants

by Colin Davidson,The ConversationA chess piece depicting a berserker biting his shield. Credit:National Museums Scotland/Wikimedia Commons,CC BY-SAMy friend Luke used to drink a pin

Updated on: January 26,2024

A brief history of drug-fueled combatants

by Colin Davidson,The ConversationA chess piece depicting a berserker biting his shield. Credit:National Museums Scotland/Wikimedia Commons,CC BY-SAMy friend Luke used to drink a pin

Updated on:January 26,2024

A blood test that screens for multiple cancers at once promises to boost early detection

Updated on: October 31,2024

A blood test that screens for multiple cancers at once promises to boost early detection

Updated on:October 31,2024

Steroid drugs used for HRT can combat E. coli and MRSA

by University of KentOverview of in silico screening methodology including generation of a structural template for cytochrome bd-I. A, Published Escherichia coli cytochrome bd-I structure (PDBid

Updated on: March 20,2024

Steroid drugs used for HRT can combat E. coli and MRSA

by University of KentOverview of in silico screening methodology including generation of a structural template for cytochrome bd-I. A, Published Escherichia coli cytochrome bd-I structure (PDBid

Updated on:March 20,2024

Predicting weight gain in children using second generation anti-psychotic medication

by Laurie Fickman,University of HoustonCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study from University of Houston College of Pharmacy researchers examined the development and predictors of clinically signi

Updated on: March 30,2024

Predicting weight gain in children using second generation anti-psychotic medication

by Laurie Fickman,University of HoustonCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study from University of Houston College of Pharmacy researchers examined the development and predictors of clinically signi

Updated on:March 30,2024

Light-activated muscle grafts show promise in aiding muscle recovery post-trauma

byMassachusetts Institute of TechnologyRitu Raman (center), the d’Arbeloff Career Development Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, speaks with students in her lab. Credit: Tony Pulsone

Updated on: January 04,2024

Light-activated muscle grafts show promise in aiding muscle recovery post-trauma

byMassachusetts Institute of TechnologyRitu Raman (center), the d’Arbeloff Career Development Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, speaks with students in her lab. Credit: Tony Pulsone

Updated on:January 04,2024

Study flips treatment paradigm in bilateral Wilms tumor, shows resistance to chemotherapy may be good

by St. Jude Children's Research HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResistance to chemotherapy is typically associated with poor outcomes for patients with cancer. However, St. Jude Chil

Updated on: March 30,2024

Study flips treatment paradigm in bilateral Wilms tumor, shows resistance to chemotherapy may be good

by St. Jude Children's Research HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResistance to chemotherapy is typically associated with poor outcomes for patients with cancer. However, St. Jude Chil

Updated on:March 30,2024

New technique improves imaging for lymphatic system

bySPIEA multispectral imaging system helps visualize and measure circulation within lymphatic vessels. Credit:Journal of Biomedical Optics(2024). DOI: 10.1117/1.JBO.29.10.106001The l

Updated on: October 09,2024

New technique improves imaging for lymphatic system

bySPIEA multispectral imaging system helps visualize and measure circulation within lymphatic vessels. Credit:Journal of Biomedical Optics(2024). DOI: 10.1117/1.JBO.29.10.106001The l

Updated on:October 09,2024

Efficacy of electronic cigarettes found to be noninferior to varenicline

by Elana GotkineFor smokers who are motivated to quit, the quit rate is noninferior for electronic cigarettes (ECs) versus varenicline and is higher for ECs than nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) in

Updated on: May 07,2024

Efficacy of electronic cigarettes found to be noninferior to varenicline

by Elana GotkineFor smokers who are motivated to quit, the quit rate is noninferior for electronic cigarettes (ECs) versus varenicline and is higher for ECs than nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) in

Updated on:May 07,2024

New drug candidate may prevent metastasis

by Eric Eraso,University of Central FloridaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA UCF College of Medicine researcher is developing a new treatment that could slow or even stop cancer cells from spre

Updated on: March 21,2024

New drug candidate may prevent metastasis

by Eric Eraso,University of Central FloridaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA UCF College of Medicine researcher is developing a new treatment that could slow or even stop cancer cells from spre

Updated on:March 21,2024

New way to prompt blood vessel growth shows promise for rescuing limbs at risk

byCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCritical limb ischemia (CLI), the end-stage condition of peripheral artery disease (PAD), is increasing worldwide. Diabetes, smoking (Buerger d

Updated on: December 30,2023

New way to prompt blood vessel growth shows promise for rescuing limbs at risk

byCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCritical limb ischemia (CLI), the end-stage condition of peripheral artery disease (PAD), is increasing worldwide. Diabetes, smoking (Buerger d

Updated on:December 30,2023

Could ADHD drugs reduce the risk of early death? Unpacking the findings from a new Swedish study

by Hassan Vally,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAttention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can have a considerable impact on the day-to-day functioning and overall well-bei

Updated on: March 20,2024

Could ADHD drugs reduce the risk of early death? Unpacking the findings from a new Swedish study

by Hassan Vally,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAttention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can have a considerable impact on the day-to-day functioning and overall well-bei

Updated on:March 20,2024