New study suggests hearing loss may be early indicator of Parkinson’s
There may be a link between hearing impairment and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s according to research led by Lancaster University.
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New drug for prostate cancer patients in clinical trials
Prostate cancer that has become resistant to hormone therapy could be treated using a new drug that is currently in clinical trials for ovarian and bile duct cancer, according to research published in the journal Clinical Cancer Research.
Research shows the complexity of childhood trauma
“Kids are resilient” is a refrain often repeated as a source of comfort after an incident in childhood. But what if it just isn’t aways true?
New AI-powered app brings infant jaundice screening home for Asian parents
For the first two to three weeks of their lives, infants have to undergo screening for neonatal jaundice (NNJ). It typically involves frequent clinic visits, which is not only inconvenient, but vulnerable infants could potentially be exposed to airborne diseases.
Why new precision oncology treatments benefit patients of some ancestries more than others
Nearly half of all new cancer drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over the past quarter-century have received that approval based on their ability to target genetic changes driving tumor growth.
‘Explant’ technique predicts a tumor’s responsiveness to breast cancer treatment
Cancer researchers at the University of Leicester have developed a technique that could predict how well some breast cancer patients will respond to chemotherapy and antibody-directed cancer treatments.
United States sees significant increase in orphanhood
There has been a significant increase in orphanhood in the last two decades in the U.S., according to a new study. The research, published in Nature Medicine, estimates that in 2021, 2.9 million children in the United States, or 4.2% of all U.S. children, had experienced the death of at least one parent or a grandparent caregiver responsible for most of the basic needs of the child.
$14.57 Billion Biosimulation Market Insights and Forecasts, 2020-2024 & 2025-2030 with Analyst Recommendations – Advancements in Precision Oncology / Integration with Digital Twins – ResearchAndMarkets.com
DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Biosimulation Market (2024 Edition): Analysis By Type (Services, Software), By Application, By Deployment Model Outlook, By Region, By Country: Market Insights and Forecast (2020-2030)” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The Global Biosimulation market showcased growth at a CAGR of 16.05% during 2020-2023. The market was valued at USD 6.09 billion in 2023 which is expected to reach USD 14.57 billion in 2030. This report provides an analysis
GoodRx Offering Free Telehealth Appointments to Los Angeles Residents Affected by Wildfires
SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GoodRx (Nasdaq: GDRX), the leading prescription savings platform in the U.S., today announced it is offering free online healthcare provider visits to California residents impacted by the wildfires devastating Los Angeles County. Starting today, Angelenos can use the code LA-GOODRX-CARE to be seen by a licensed medical provider on GoodRx Care for a variety of conditions. Hundreds of thousands of Californians have been impacted by the wildfires, which may p
BIOTECanada Welcomes New President & CEO
OTTAWA, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BIOTECanada announces Wendy Zatylny as incoming President & CEO of BIOTECanada, representing the biotechnology ecosystem in Canada.