As the opioid epidemic rages on, one vulnerable group — new moms — have often been overlooked. A new study
Month: May 2019
Cancer screening rates decline when patients see doctors later in day
Compared to patients who see their primary care doctor earlier in the day, cancer screening rates decline significantly as the
How Artificial Intelligence Could Improve Medical Manufacturing Efficiency
Artificial intelligence has applications for a diverse range of industries, such as the finance, education and transportation sectors. Some professionals
VR can improve quality of life for people with dementia
Virtual reality (VR) technology could vastly improve the quality of life for people with dementia by helping to recall past
Specific identification of chronic lung disease in premature babies
Infants born prematurely frequently develop a form of chronic lung disease known as Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Previously, this disease could only
Scientists grow precursors for human pigment cells
Our hair, skin and eyes are colored by a pigment called melanin, which is produced by pigment cells called melanocytes.
Innovative mechanobiology research expands understanding of cells
Researchers have developed a new technology that allows them to probe cell changes without disturbing the cell’s physiology — a
Scientists find link between digital media use and depression in Chinese adolescents
Adolescents in China who either spend more time on screen activities, such as watching TV or surfing the Web, or
Anger more harmful to health of older adults than sadness
Anger may be more harmful to an older person’s physical health than sadness, potentially increasing inflammation, which is associated with
The art of the circus
From tightrope to trapeze, circus arts have long fascinated and inspired people of all ages. Now, research from the University