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5-Nov-2024 12:40 PM EST
Study Identifies Hip Implant Materials with the Lowest Risk of Needing Revision
University of Bristol

Hip implants with a delta ceramic or oxidised zirconium head and highly crosslinked polyethylene liner or cup had the lowest risk of revision during the 15 years after surgery, a new study led by the University of Bristol has found.

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 1:55 PM EST
Investigadores de Mayo Clinic recomiendan alternativas a la histerectomía para los fibromas uterinos, según un estudio
Mayo Clinic

Los fibromas uterinos son una condición común que afecta hasta al 80% de las mujeres a lo largo de su vida. Casi la mitad de estas mujeres experimentarán síntomas que afectarán su calidad de vida y fertilidad, incluido dolor intenso y anemia. Los fibromas uterinos son la principal razón para realizar la extirpación del útero a través de la histerectomía. Sin embargo, los investigadores de Mayo Clinic recomiendan alternativas de tratamiento mínimamente invasivas a la histerectomía en un artículo invitado sobre práctica clínica publicado en la New England Journal of Medicine.

鶹ý: Researchers Make Glioblastoma Cells Visible to Attacking Immune Cells
Released: 7-Nov-2024 1:15 PM EST
Researchers Make Glioblastoma Cells Visible to Attacking Immune Cells
Washington University in St. Louis

Researchers at WashU Medicine have identified a possible way to make glioblastoma cells vulnerable to different types of immunotherapy. The strategy, which they demonstrated in cells in the lab, forces brain cancer cells to display targets for the immune system to attack. Their study was published in Nature Genetics.

鶹ý: ASA Press Conference Schedule for Monday, Nov. 18 #ASA187
Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:50 PM EST
ASA Press Conference Schedule for Monday, Nov. 18 #ASA187
Acoustical Society of America (ASA)

The Acoustical Society of America will host two virtual press conferences Monday, Nov. 18. ASA’s 187th meeting will be held online, and reporters are invited to join technical sessions Nov. 19-21. Media are invited to join the virtual press conferences for presentations on dinosaur acoustics, using camp stove waste for new outdoor power sources, predicting Alzheimer’s with in-ear microphones, and more.

   
鶹ý: ASU Preservation Facility Serves as Test Bed for Rooftop Heat Mitigation
Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:25 PM EST
ASU Preservation Facility Serves as Test Bed for Rooftop Heat Mitigation
Arizona State University (ASU)

EnKoat, an Arizona State University spinout founded by two doctoral students, has developed a roof coating that uses thermal-energy storage materials to mitigate heat effects improve building energy use.

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:15 PM EST
New Device Would Help Those with Chronic Conditions Get Timely Treatment
University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Husker engineer Eric Markvicka is developing a new approach for detecting acute exacerbations of chronic conditions.

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Lurie Children’s Transplant Expertise Shines in Record-Breaking Year 
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Lurie Children’s surpassed a hospital record in its recent fiscal year by performing a record 140 pediatric transplants, including, heart, kidney, liver and stem cell. 

Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Animals That Can Cheat Death
Universite de Montreal

Some animal species seem to possess extraordinary regenerative abilities. How do they do it? And could we learn from them to defy the grim reaper ourselves?

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Retina Specialists at Lurie Children’s Perform Illinois’ First Gene Therapy Eye Surgery with LUXTURNA®
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

The Division of Ophthalmology at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago recently became an Ocular Gene Therapy Treatment Center for LUXTURNA® (voretigene neparvovec-rzl), the first gene therapy approved in the U.S. to treat children and adult patients with a form of vision loss that can result in blindness.

Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Recommendations for Better Pandemic Preparedness
Universite de Montreal

Health Canada has released a report from a panel of experts, including Éric A. Cohen, on how to improve Canada’s preparedness for the next pandemic.

Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Media Advisory: Winners, Losers, and Surprises: Breaking Down the 2024 Election
George Washington University

Join us on November 12, 2024, for a live GSPM Mastering the Room Podcast recording titled, Winners, Losers, and Surprises: Breaking Down the 2024 Election with host Dr. Casey Burgat, Associate... ...

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
NIH Grant to Tackle Access to Youth Knee Injury Care in Chicago Hispanic Community
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Lurie Children’s orthopedic surgeon-scientist is working to change this. His latest research aims to understand why these delays happen and to develop solutions to get young athletes the care t...

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Teaching Kids to Love Healthy Food: MyPlate for Families
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Eating a balanced diet is essential for everyone in the family, but nutrition can feel overwhelming to navigate. From food costs to food allergies, every family has unique challenges. To help guide you in making healthier food choices, Lurie Children’s Registered Dietitians Maggie McKay and Lisa Sharda teamed up with our Director of Food, Activity and Nutrition Initiatives Stephanie Folkens (who also holds a culinary arts degree!) to answer some common questions about how to make eating healthy, fun and affordable.

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Children's Hospitals Share Innovative Ways to Advance Nutrition Security at Lurie Children's Convening
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Key highlights from the event, which included two panel discussions with nutrition experts from across the country, included:...

Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Expert Available: Judicial Appointments Under a Second Trump Term
George Washington University

President-elect Donald Trump has the chance to change federal courts for a generation. ...

Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Expert Available: What AI Policy Might Look Like Under a Trump Administration
George Washington University

Experts at the George Washington University are examining the future of artificial intelligence under a Trump administration. ...

Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology & Stem Cell Transplantation Updates: Fall 2024
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Lurie Children’s is proud to announce the appointment of new leadership across key programs and sections within the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Lurie Children’s Is Again Ranked #1 Pediatric Hospital in Illinois by U.S. 鶹ý & World Report
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

The only children’s hospital in Illinois ranked in all 11 specialties Ann Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago continues to be recognized as ...

Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Lurie Children’s Ranks #9 in 鶹ýweek’s List of World’s Best Pediatric Hospitals
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago ranked #9 in 鶹ýweek’s list of the World’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2025 in Pediatrics. The hospital is among the top 250 pediatric hospitals worldwide to be recognized.



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