[ For patients with interstitial cystitis (IC), longer cystoscopic hydrodistention (HD) times may result in improved efficacy and longer symptom relief, according to a study published online Nov. 29 in Neurourology and Urodynamics. Source link
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[ University of Mississippi researchers have designed a 3D-printed capsule that can release medication at exactly the moment a patient needs it, improving care for those who suffer from chronic illnesses. Source link
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[ Being more physically active, following a balanced diet, not smoking, and keeping body weight and blood pressure under control: the same habits that protect the heart also prove decisive after a cancer diagnosis. Source link
Read More »Liverpool 2-0 Brighton & Hove Albion: Fabian Hurzeler
A frustrated Fabian Hurzeler says that the goals conceded in his sides 2-0 loss away to Liverpool in the Premier League were “definitely avoidable.” The Brighton manager wants improvements in the way his team starts games, as well as defending set-pieces. MATCH REPORT: Salah back as Ekitike helps Liverpool beat …
Read More »FDA drug trials exclude a widening slice of Americans, research reveals
[ A new study finds just 6% of clinical trials used to approve new drugs in the U.S. reflect the country’s racial and ethnic makeup, with an increasing trend of trials underrepresenting Black and Hispanic individuals. Source link
Read More »FDA approves cochlear implants for children as young as 7 months
[ The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved an expanded indication for MED-EL (Medical Electronics) cochlear implants for children ages 7 months and older with bilateral sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). Source link
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[ The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Omisirge (omidubicel-onlv) as the first hematopoietic stem cell transplant therapy to treat patients with severe aplastic anemia (SAA). Source link
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[ Providing surgeons feedback and education on their performance significantly improved the quality of bladder cancer operations, finds a new clinical trial led by researchers at UCL, UCLH and the University of Edinburgh. Source link
Read More »Novel endocrine therapy improves disease-free survival over standard of care for patients with early-stage breast cancer
[ The investigational, oral selective estrogen receptor degrader (SERD) giredestrant given as an adjuvant therapy showed significant improvement in invasive disease-free survival (iDFS) compared with the current standard-of-care endocrine therapy in patients with early-stage, hormone receptor (HR)-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, according to the results of a Phase III IidERA trial …
Read More »New tool can help concussion patients manage fear and improve recovery
[ Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have developed a new tool to evaluate fear avoidance behavior following a concussion. Source link
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The scientists on a quest to improve our predictions of global sea level rise. BBC News
Read More »Social support predicts longevity and improved quality of life among older adults
[ Two recent studies from the University of Eastern Finland show that social support plays an important role in health and well-being in later life. Having access to adequate social support is associated with longevity among older adults, and with better quality of life among home care recipients. Source link
Read More »10-minute scan could help millions with hard-to-treat high blood pressure
[ A speedy new scan could improve how millions of people with high blood pressure are treated, suggests a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers. Source link
Read More »'I'm now being hunted' – Wardley on becoming world champion
Fabio Wardley says he needs to “prove himself” to fans after the Briton became WBO champion following Oleksandr Usyk’s decision to relinquish the title. BBC News
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman faced questions over his role in the killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi while visiting the White House. Donald Trump, hosting the prince, claimed thats Mohammed bin Salman “didn’t know” about the murder, contradicting a 2021 US intelligence report that said the de …
Read More »Australia beat determined England to clinch Ashes
Australia edge a much-improved England to win the second Test 14-4 at the Hill Dickinson Stadium to clinch a 14th consecutive Ashes series triumph. BBC News
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Champions League Guillem Balague explains how “everybody loves” Marcus Rashford at Barcelona but that his work rate needs to improve off the ball, which is an issue across the squad in the big games. MATCH REPORT: Champions League – Barcelona 6-1 Olympiakos Available to UK users only. BBC News
Read More »Women’s Cricket World Cup: India vs England – highlights
A century from Heather Knight proves to be crucial for England as they beat hosts India by just four runs to qualify for the semi-finals of the Women’s Cricket World Cup. MATCH REPORT: ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup – India v England Available to UK users only. BBC News
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Injection to prevent HIV to be offered to NHS patients in England and Wales for first time BBC News
Read More »Watch the game that ended Martin's Rangers tenure
Watch highlights of what proved to be Russell Martin’s final game as Rangers head coach, the 1-1 draw at Falkirk. (Available to UK users only) BBC News
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