New research from the University of Queensland has found that new strategies may be needed to protect babies over six months of age from the highly contagious respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. The study examined 18,683 cases of RSV in Queensland children under 2 years of age between 2022 and 2023, finding particularly high rates…
People born a few years either side of 2000 are more susceptible to conditions like schizophrenia than those who grew up earlier, according to findings released by the Canadian Medical Association. Source link
Postpartum experiences are as unique as the pregnancies that precede them. Because of this, it can be difficult to recognize what is normal and what could be a complication – even if you have given birth to a baby before. Source link
Researchers at Örebro University have identified blood markers that can indicate who is at risk of developing ulcerative colitis – a chronic inflammatory bowel disease – later in life. These markers may be present for many years before the first symptoms appear. In their study published in the Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis, researchers analyzed…
Increasing the number of percutaneous coronary interventions did not reduce mortality, according to results presented at the EAPCI Summit 2026. Primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a life-saving procedure used to restore blood flow as quickly as possible after the onset of a heart attack (myocardial infarction). [MI]). This involves opening up the coronary arteries,…
A simple, digital intervention that involves mentally playing Tetris can dramatically reduce memories of trauma in one month, even to the point of being symptom-free after six months, new research has shown. Source link
Viral mimetic systems and other technological platforms can enable local testing of vaccine candidates and antiviral therapies. This is important in the context of low-resource health settings, Africa’s focus on scaling up its vaccine manufacturing and pandemic preparedness. Source link
New research from the University of Bath’s School of Management suggests that the genetic predisposition for success can be derailed by childhood adversity, diverting attention from long-term goals to immediate survival, creating hidden barriers to social mobility. The study, published in Communications Psychology, found that genes associated with educational attainment influence how people take risks…
Amidst the hustle and bustle of busy days and competing priorities, ultimately, all parents want health and happiness for their children. But it is difficult for governments and health care providers to know the best way to help. With almost one in five young Australian children affected by overweight and obesity, do parents want more…
Genetic tests are being marketed to prospective parents that claim to predict which IVF embryo will grow into the tallest, most intelligent, or healthiest baby. But these tests cannot deliver what they promise. The benefits are probably minimal, while the risks to patients, offspring, and society are real. Parents deserve accurate information, not marketing hype,…
