News Feature Channel: Public Health

Rapid Increase in Oropouche Virus in Western Hemisphere Has Infectious Disease Experts on High Alert

American College of Physicians (ACP) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:00:00 EST

A rapid increase in cases of Oropouche virus (OROV) in the Western hemisphere has infectious disease experts on high alert.

Can Podcasts Create Healthier Habits?

University of South Australia — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:30:29 EST

Whether it's ABC Listen's Health Report or Mamamia's But Are You Happy, podcasts have fast become a part of our everyday media consumption. In fact, the average person spends more than five hours a week listening to them. But could listening to podcasts lead to healthier habits?

Expert Available: U.S. E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Death, Several Hospitalizations

McMaster University — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:10:50 EST

Doctors are 'Sleeping' on Discussing this Important Health Factor with Patients

American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:00:21 EST

A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine shows that more than half (51%) of people have not discussed sleep with a health professional.

Zymo Research Leads the Way in Wastewater Innovation as Key Sponsor of the Microbes in Wastewater Symposium 2025

Zymo Research Corp — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:40:11 EST

Zymo Research Corporation, a global leader in innovative life science solutions, is proud to sponsor the Microbes in Wastewater: Antibiotic Resistance, Public Health, and Climate Change Symposium taking place January 16-17, 2025, in Newport Beach, California. This pivotal event will convene top researchers, industry experts, and public health professionals to explore the latest advancements in wastewater surveillance and its critical impact on public health, antibiotic resistance, and environmental sustainability.

Alcohol-Related Deaths in the U.S. More than Double from 1999 to 2020

Florida Atlantic University — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:30:14 EST

Alcohol-related deaths in the U.S. nearly doubled from 1999 to 2020. The sharpest spike occurred among 25-34-year-olds (nearly fourfold), while individuals aged 55-64 had the highest rates. Men consistently had higher rates but women saw the largest proportional rise, with deaths increasing 2.5 times. Asian and Pacific Islander communities experienced the steepest ethnic increase, while the Midwest saw the greatest regional rise (2.5 times), followed by the Northeast, West, and South.

Federation of State Physician Health Programs (FSPHP) Forms Strategic Partners: Collaborative with Professional Liability Organizations

Federation of State Physician Health Programs — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:00:15 EST

FSPHP is deeply grateful to these professional liability organizations for leading the way with their support: Coverys, MedPro Group & MLMIC Insurance Company, Physicians Insurance, and State Volunteer Mutual Insurance Company, each with a three-year donation of $15,000 annually; an initial donation of $5,000 from The Doctors Company; and a $5,000 donation from the Medical Professional Liability Association. These organizations demonstrate their commitment to PHPs through their generous support of FSPHP.

Researchers Uncover Achilles Heel of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

University of California San Diego — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:00:00 EST

To stem the surging antibiotic resistance public health crisis, scientists seek solutions inside the mechanics of bacterial infection. A new study has found a vulnerability related to magnesium availability. This limitation potentially could be exploited to stop the spread of antibiotic resistance.

November Research Tip Sheet

Cedars-Sinai — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:10:48 EST

Cedars-Sinai has published a summary highlighting its research advances for November 2024.

University of Chicago Medical Center Receives 26th Consecutive "A" in Hospital Safety from Leapfrog Group

University of Chicago Medical Center — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:15:54 EST

The University of Chicago Medical Center received its 26th consecutive "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a healthcare industry watchdog.

Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University and Hackensack University Medical Centers Achieve Excellence in Life Support Care

Hackensack Meridian Health — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:15:03 EST

Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center are the only New Jersey hospitals to achieve the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization's (ELSO) Gold Level Center of Excellence in Life Support Award.

Nanofibrous Metal Oxide Semiconductor for Sensory Face

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 06:50:44 EST

This study introduces a fibrous amorphous indium gallium zinc oxide material (IGZO) integrated into sensory face masks, providing real-time respiratory monitoring via a wireless flexible circuit. Enhanced surface area promotes gas diffusion, enabling precise detection of respiratory states. This innovation in wearable health monitoring highlights a promising direction for continuous physiological assessment.

Addressing Food Insecurity on Campus with Expanded Resources

University of Northern Colorado — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:45:28 EST

In 2023, the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Economic Research Service reported that 13.5% of U.S. households were food insecure at some point during the year. The USDA defines this as households that were uncertain of having, or unable to acquire, enough food to meet the needs of all their members due to insufficient money or other resources for food.

E-Cigarette Residue Exposure in Utero Shows Lasting Effects on Immune Response

American Physiological Society (APS) — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:00:19 EST

Results from a new animal study published in the American Journal of Physiology-Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology found that maternal exposure to e-cigarette residues, with or without nicotine, affected offspring's immune response later in life.

Study Uncovers First Evidence of Resistance to Standard Malaria Treatment in African Children with Severe Malaria

Indiana University — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:45:34 EST

An international team of researchers has uncovered evidence of partial resistance to artemisinin derivatives -- the primary treatment for malaria -- in young children with severe malaria.

Optical Biosensor Rapidly Detects Monkeypox Virus

University of California San Diego — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:30:59 EST

Researchers at UC San Diego and their colleagues have developed an optical biosensor that detects the virus that causes mpox. The technology could make diagnosis much faster and cost-effective as the disease continues to spread worldwide.

Expert Available: Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in U.S.

George Washington University — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:00:08 EST

New data shows overdose deaths continue to decline in the U.S. ...

MSU Expert: Diseases Threaten Deer Populations

Michigan State University — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:50:32 EST

With the firearm deer hunting season kicking off this week, many Michigan hunters have their minds set on bringing home a winning whitetail deer. But for Sonja Christensen, an assistant professor in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife in Michigan State University's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the focus -- now and all year long -- is on protecting deer from disease.

New Study Links Air Pollution with Increased Risk of Spontaneous Preterm Births

University of California, Irvine — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:15:20 EST

Vulnerable populations without access to green space and exposed to higher temps were most affected

Cedars-Sinai Experts Available for Interviews During American College of Rheumatology Convergence 2024

Cedars-Sinai — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:47 EST