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Emergency Department Costs: $207M and 2,143 Young Lives

A national study recently highlighted the potential life-saving impact of enhancing emergency departments’ (ED) pediatric readiness across the United States.

Annual DXA Screening “Essential” After Lung Transplant

A newly published study recommends annual DXA screenings for patients in the first 2 years after lung transplants to monitor bone mineral density (BMD) changes.

Rwanda Nears End of Marburg Outbreak

Rwanda has begun the 42-day countdown to officially declare an end to the Marburg virus outbreak, having discharged its last patient on November 8, 2024.

How Does Asthma Alter Children’s Memory Development?

Children with asthma, particularly those with an early onset, may experience slower memory development and face challenges in cognitive functions.

New Algorithm Enhances Precision in Long COVID Cohorts

Researchers have developed a precision phenotyping algorithm that significantly advances the identification of long COVID, or post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC), in patient records.

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BMS, Gilead and Sanofi lead Q3 2024 market cap growth

The third quarter of 2024 brought a mix of gains and modest declines for the pharmaceutical industry’s top players, according to GlobalData.

Researchers Define Distinct Genetic Profiles for Aortic Stenosis and Coronary Artery Disease

A genome-wide association study has identified 17 genetic loci linked to the risk of developing aortic stenosis, 11 of which show no association with coronary artery disease.

Reduced Red Meat and Blood Sugar Linked to Slower Brain Aging

A recent 18-month study observed that lower blood sugar levels were associated with younger brain age, particularly in regions linked to memory and sensory processing.

Machine Learning Predicts Lung Perfusion from Non-Contrast CT

New machine learning model predicts lung perfusion in PE patients from non-contrast CT scans, providing a safer alternative to standard imaging.

Newborn Genome Screening Shows 99.6% Success Rate

In a landmark study conducted across six New York City hospitals, researchers have found that genomic sequencing can significantly enhance newborn screening by detecting additional actionable conditions beyond the current standard newborn screening (NBS) program.