As AMR death tolls rise in older populations, especially in regions like South Asia, prevention, new antibiotics, and better healthcare practices are more crucial than ever to curb this looming global crisis. Study:  Global burden of bacterial antimicrobial resistance 1990–2021: a systematic analysis with forecasts to 2050. Image Credit:…

CHARTwatch, a machine learning model, shows promise in reducing patient mortality and improving outcomes in hospital settings, according to new CMAJ study. Study:  Clinical evaluation of a machine learning–based early warning system for patient deterioration . Image Credit: LALAKA/Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ),…

Ballad Health, an Appalachian company with the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, may soon be required to improve its quality of care or face the possibility of being broken up. Government documents obtained by KFF Health News reveal that Tennessee officials, in closed-door negotiations, are attempting to hold the monopoly more accountable after years of…

Even after two years, individuals with long COVID display resilient immune responses, offering hope for long-term protection against reinfection. Study: SARS-CoV-2-specific CD8+ T cells from people with long COVID establish and maintain effector phenotype and key TCR signatures over 2 years. Image Credit: p.ill.i / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the…

New research uncovers how people’s biases and mental shortcuts fuel vaccine refusal, urging a rethink of public health messaging strategies. Study: COVID-19 vaccine refusal is driven by deliberate ignorance and cognitive distortions. Image Credit: Nao Novoa / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal NPJ Vaccines, researchers used data from…

Monoclonal antibodies – treatments developed by cloning a cell that makes an antibody – could help provide an answer to the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance, say scientists. A team lead by researchers at the University of Cambridge has developed a monoclonal antibody drug, using a technique involving genetically engineered mice, that may help prevent…

Researchers uncover how SARS-CoV-2 exposure stabilizes BMI in adults, offering crucial insights into the pandemic's lasting impact on weight and health disparities. Study: Body mass index changes and their association with SARS-CoV-2 infection: a real-world analysis. Image Credit: New Africa / Shutterstock A real-world study has explored the association between changes in…

Even as government mandates eased, a new study shows that Australians, especially those with preexisting conditions, are steadfast in their support for COVID-19 precautions, revealing a cautious and health-conscious public. Study. Attitudes and Behaviours Regarding COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies in Australians With an Underlying Health Condition: A Cross-Sectional Study. Image Credit: Ground Picture / Shutterstock…

Emerging evidence reveals that COVID-19 antiviral therapies may pose severe cardiovascular risks, urging caution in treating vulnerable patients. Study:  Cardiovascular adverse effects of antiviral therapies for COVID-19: Evidence and plausible mechanisms.  Image Credit: Corona Borealis Studio / Shutterstock.com Several antivirals, including remdesivir, Paxlovid, molnupiravir, and monoclonal antibodies like tixagevimab…

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has established a pandemic preparedness research network to conduct research on high-priority pathogens most likely to threaten human health with the goal of developing effective vaccines and monoclonal antibodies. Currently, many of the diseases caused by these pathogens have no available vaccines or therapeutics, and investing in this research…