Having now reached its third year, Project “iHEART” of Politecnico di Milano, winner of an ERC Advanced Grant of euro 2,350,000, has set itself the ambitious goal of creating a complete mathematical model to study the behavior of the human heart and of its pathologies, a sort of “virtual microscope.” This integrates all cardiac function
Month: May 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has yet to fully settle down but there are repercussions most are expecting. Among them include the mental state of people who have been forced to stay indoors for months. Aside from that, there are other things to consider. Anxiety, depression and PTSD-like symptoms are likely to grow. In all, some people
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. Biomarkers for inflammation and thrombosis may predict deaths from COVID-19 among critically ill patients, researchers say. Their prospective cohort study of 1150 patients hospitalized with the disease in New York City also revealed a high proportion of racial and ethnic minorities,
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.May 19 2020 Treatment with antibodies purified from donated blood – immune globulin therapy – and steroids restored heart function in the majority of children with COVID-related multi-system inflammatory syndrome, according to new research published yesterday in Circulation, the flagship journal of the American Heart Association. Physicians around the world have
Posted on April 9, 2014 by Katy Miller My interest was piqued by a recent New York Times article, which suggested that wisdom could play a major part in the aging process. The basic thesis of the article is that wisdom is a considerable indicator of longevity. The study on wisdom referenced in the article
Relax, rest, and recharge. Take time out to enjoy nature, declutter your home and your mind, and discover the perfect inspiration for crafting with kids 1. Page-turners Secret Yoga Club: Self-empowerment through the magic of yoga Release the tension in your mind and feel empowered through the practice of yoga. Gabrielle Hales shares the rituals
sutimlimab Treatment for Cold Agglutinin Disease (CAD) FDA Grants Priority Review of Sutimlimab, Potential First Approved Treatment of Hemolysis in Adult Patients with Cold Agglutinin Disease Print this page PARIS – May 14, 2020 - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted priority review of Sanofi’s Biologics License Application (BLA) for sutimlimab for the
Patients recovering from COVID-19 may face a second battle — coping with the disease’s mental health ramifications. This is particularly true for the sickest of the sick who required time in the ICU and intubation. These patients may experience “post-intensive care syndrome” (PICS) that could manifest as a combination of physical, cognitive, and mental health
The last state to lift some restrictions will be Connecticut, which is set Wednesday to allow outdoor dining spaces, offices, retail stores and malls, museums and zoos to reopen with restrictions. The state hadn’t shut down some services or businesses that other states did, such as parks or outdoor construction. But Gov. Ned Lamont acknowledged
I was sitting out in my backyard over the weekend when my 3-year-old neighbor said over the fence, “Teeny (my nickname). I miss hugging you.” My heart. I miss hugging too. I was a hugger and a hand holder and a shoulder to cry on-er before COVID. Oh I was also a face toucher. Suddenly,
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Karena Yan SNAP and WIC help connect millions of individuals and families to affordable, nutritious foods. Here are how these programs are evolving Healthy food and nutrition are important not only for managing diabetes but also for the proper function of your immune system. The
New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo (D) speaking at a press conference on corona virus at the State Capitol. Michael Brochstein | Barcroft Media | Getty Images New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo the state’s coronavirus outbreak has slowed to levels not seen since the beginning of the pandemic as the number of fatalities, rate of new
A saliva test for detecting oropharyngeal cancer caused by human papillomavirus-16 (HPV-16) has scored a world first: it detected such a cancer in an asymptomatic adult. If the finding can be replicated in a larger cohort of healthy asymptomatic individuals, widespread screening for HPV-16 — the main driver behind skyrocketing rates of oropharyngeal cancer —
Aching to get a little workout from the comforts of your own home? Here are video games that will give you just that. Top Video Games That Can Give You A Workout When you’re stuck inside your home trying to get this social distancing thing right and your favorite gym is closed, working out can
It has been announced that the British Red Cross has partnered with the UK’s biggest food charity, FareShare, to help keep the country fed throughout the Covid-19 crisis and aftermath Known best for helping those in crisis around the world, the British Red Cross has partnered with FareShare, the UK’s largest charity fighting food waste
Posted on January 21, 2016 by Steve Morgan As parents age, their needs grow while their ability to care for themselves declines. This is especially true when a parent lives alone. Unfortunately, many don’t think about how they will care for an aging parent until they’re forced to make a decision. They may notice Mom
Print this page CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 18, 2020– Moderna, Inc., (Nasdaq: MRNA) a clinical stage biotechnology company pioneering messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics and vaccines to create a new generation of transformative medicines for patients, today announced positive interim clinical data of mRNA-1273, its vaccine candidate against novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), from the Phase 1 study led by
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. Unlike past respiratory illnesses, pregnancy does not seem to put women at risk of worse outcomes from COVID-19, according to the first 6 weeks of births to women in the UK during the COVID-19 era. “When we actually looked at our
If you ever look at Jocko Willink and think, “Damn, I’ll never be as disciplined as him,” think again. Discipline and strengthening your resolve is a teachable skill. Here’s how you can cultivate discipline and execute your plan, day after day, and achieve results you would have never dreamed possible. ? Sign up for my
Health authorities and experts have been recommending wearing face masks in public places to help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19, while some people also use gloves to boost their protection against the coronavirus. But these materials could also lead to exposure to the virus. Droplets released when people cough or sneeze can stay on
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.May 18 2020 The latest screen-time related research from Dr. Pooja Tandon, a child health and development expert at Seattle Children’s Research Institute, was inspired by her oldest son. When my son entered middle school, I learned that students in many middle and high schools were allowed to have their phones
Now more than ever, we truly value and appreciate how important it is to connect with others. Here we uncover some refreshingly original ways to show someone you’re thinking of them… Staying in touch with friends and family isn’t just about being sociable – it’s something that actually supports our wellbeing. But not all our
Treatment for Dry Eye Disease Kala Pharmaceuticals Resubmits New Drug Application for Eysuvis for Dry Eye Disease Print this page WATERTOWN, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 4, 2020– Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:KALA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative therapies for diseases of the eye, today announced that it has resubmitted its New
FDA Approves Qinlock (ripretinib) for the Treatment of Fourth-Line Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Print this page WALTHAM, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 15, 2020– Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:DCPH) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Qinlock™ (ripretinib) for the treatment of adult patients with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) who have received prior treatment with
Opiate-free pain management did not adversely affect outcomes, including patient-reported outcomes (PROs), after three types of urologic surgery, according to two separate studies. Patients undergoing radical prostatectomy or nephrectomy reported no worsening of pain, effects on activity or sleep, or somatic symptoms when they received opiate-free pain medication. Data from a study of patients undergoing
Texas had its highest single-day increase in new coronavirus cases Saturday, according to numbers from the Department of State Health Services. The Lone Star State, one of the first to start reopening, reported an increase of 1,801 coronavirus cases on Saturday. But it’s not clear whether the surge is simply due to more testing, or
What should I do…and when should I do it? I recently read an article that electronic health record data showed a sudden drop in preventative cancer screenings for March 2020 in the United States. It showed a decrease of 86% – 94% in preventive cancer screenings for cervical, colon, and breast cancers, compared to average
In April, President Trump froze America’s contributions to the World Health Organization, which accounts for the agency’s largest source of funding at roughly $400 million per year. The abrupt move was a retaliatory measure meant to punish the agency for its handling of the novel coronavirus outbreak, which had the president had accused of the
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