Study demonstrates efficacy of new treatment for neurofibromatosis type 1-related tumors
Based on preclinical studies of an investigational drug to treat peripheral nerve tumors, researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
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Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for nursing mothers?
The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) does not recommend cessation of breastfeeding for individuals who are vaccinated against COVID-19. In
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Mindfulness can improve mental health and wellbeing—but unlikely to work for everyone
Mindfulness courses can reduce anxiety, depression and stress and increase mental wellbeing within most but not all non-clinical settings, say
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Discovery pinpoints new therapeutic target for atopic dermatitis
Researchers from Trinity have discovered a key mechanism underlying bacterial skin colonisation in atopic dermatitis, which affects millions around the
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Scientists reach new milestone in vaccine development for leishmaniasis
Researchers have taken an important step forward in developing a controlled human infection model to test leishmaniasis vaccines. The University
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Large study finds higher burden of acute brain dysfunction for COVID-19 ICU patients
COVID-19 patients admitted to intensive care in the early months of the pandemic were subject to a significantly higher burden
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For moms, oxygen during childbirth often unnecessary
Babies who suffer oxygen deficiencies during birth are at risk of brain damage that can lead to developmental delays, cerebral
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Asian tiger mosquito poses low risk for Zika virus outbreaks
The Asian tiger mosquito does not pose a major risk for Zika virus epidemics, according to a study published December
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Seizure frequency not up in pregnancy for women with epilepsy
Among women with epilepsy, the percentage who have a higher incidence of seizures during pregnancy than in the postpartum period
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Turkey to require negative COVID-19 test result for travel
Turkey is enacting precautions for international travel, requiring a negative COVID-19 test for passengers to enter the country starting Monday
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