Investigating the relationship between red blood cells and the clinical course of COVID-19 in children

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers performed the ImmunCoviDD19-study among school students from urban Dresden and rural Saxony in Germany between June 24 and July 16, 2021. The study investigated morphological and mechanical characteristics of red blood cells (RBCs) after severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. Study: Increased red blood cell deformation in children and adolescents after […]

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What is gastritis and how is it treated?

You’re feeling bloated, nauseous and in pain. What is wrong? It may be gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach lining that can come on suddenly or gradually. It can also lead to other problems, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Here, experts explore gastritis, its causes, risk factors, symptoms, types and treatments, including dietary changes that may be helpful. Gastritis causes […]

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Study finds assessment for opioid withdrawal doubles with use of automated prompt

A program nudging emergency department clinicians to identify and treat opioid use disorder was found to double assessment for opioid withdrawal and increase initiation of evidence-based treatment, a new study from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania showed. A triage screening question to be asked by nurses was applied alongside an automated nudge in the electronic […]

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Cognitive behavioral therapy for mothers may help prevent future psychiatric illness in infants

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) delivered to new mothers by individuals who previously recovered from post-partum depression (PPD) may help prevent future psychiatric illness in their children, finds new research led by McMaster University. The findings, published in the Journal of Affective Disorders on June 9, examined the effects of group CBT – a form of psychological treatment – on infant […]

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Preventing the formation of harmful acrylamides in potato crisps

Researchers have now found out how to stop the formation of harmful acrylamides when deep-frying potatoes to make crisps. Frying potatoes causes the formation of harmful chemicals called acrylamides. The acrylamide content in potato crisps is influenced by factors such as the potatoes themselves, storage conditions and the heat treatment process. Researchers have been looking into acrylamides together with the […]

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