Science Daily: Pharmacology News
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Astronomers have used the NASA/ESA James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to observe the 'inside-out' growth of a galaxy in the early universe, only 700 million years after the Big Bang.
RAND
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The new strategic partnership between Russia and North Korea is likely a fragile, convenience-driven relationship. U.S. information campaigns could exploit tensions with China and within the partnership and help speed its demise.
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Science Daily: Pharmacology News
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Scientists analyzed hairs extracted from the broken teeth of two 19th century 'man-eater' lions. Their analysis revealed DNA from giraffe, human, oryx, waterbuck, wildebeest and zebra as prey, along with hairs that originated from the lions.
RAND
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Engaging on social media is a different type of disaster response than clearing debris and delivering clean water. Stemming the tide of online misinformation is challenging but critical to combat the rumor mill.
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Researchers have successfully develop single-atom editing technology that maximizes drug efficacy.
Black Health Matters
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Muni Long has rapidly risen to fame after pivoting from a songwriter to a singer.”But behind the scenes, Muni was facing severe personal challenges. In August, she released her new album, Revenge. During an appearance on The Terrell Show she opened up about the deeply personal experiences that inspired her recent music, particularly the title track, “Revenge,” domestic violence. “This is the first time I’m writing about what I’m actually going through right no
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KFF Health News
OCTOBER 11, 2024
STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. — As principal of Dunaire Elementary School, Sean Deas has seen firsthand the struggles faced by children living in extended-stay hotels. About 10% of students at his school, just east of Atlanta, live in one. The children, Deas said, often have been exposed to violence on hotel properties, exhibit aggression or anxiety from living in a crowded single room, and face food insecurity because some hotel rooms don’t have kitchens. “Social trauma is the biggest challen
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
OCTOBER 11, 2024
A new technique enables makers to finely tune the color, shade, and texture of 3D-printed objects using only one material. The method is faster and uses less material than other approaches.
HEALTHBEAT
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free Atlanta newsletter here. Nearly two weeks after a fire at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, smoke continues to rise from smoldering debris, smothering commerce downtown and piquing the ire of residents who want the facility to get out of town. People living closest to the plant are still under a shelter-in-place order from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Researchers have made a significant advancement in understanding the underlying heating mechanism of the sun's atmosphere, finding that reflected plasma waves could drive the heating of coronal holes.
BU School of Public Health Blog
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Research Flavonoid-Rich Fruit Consumption in Midlife May Ward Off Late-Life Dementia A new study found that higher intake of flavonoid-rich fruits in middle-aged adults was significantly associated with a lower risk of dementia, compared to a low intake of these fruits. October 11, 2024 0 Jillian McKoy Twitter Facebook A growing body of research suggests that consuming fruits rich in flavonoids can boost cognitive function and lower one’s risk of dementia.
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Snails on a tiny rocky islet evolved before scientists' eyes. The marine snails were reintroduced after a toxic algal bloom wiped them out from the skerry. While the researchers intentionally brought in a distinct population of the same snail species, these evolved to strikingly resemble the population lost over 30 years prior.
Your Local Epidemiologist
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Buckle up! I'm catching you up on the latest public health information, given that we paused for the mini-series. There is lots of good news (some bad news) and some important information for you. But first, a note from me 270,000 of you are still here. Thank you for hanging in here for the mini-series on losing trust in vaccines through the Covid-19 pandemic.
HEALTHBEAT
OCTOBER 11, 2024
As principal of Dunaire Elementary School, Sean Deas has seen firsthand the struggles faced by children living in extended-stay hotels. About 10% of students at his school, just east of Atlanta, live in one. The children, Deas said, often have been exposed to violence on hotel properties, exhibit aggression or anxiety from living in a crowded single room, and face food insecurity because some hotel rooms don’t have kitchens.
Science Daily - Public Health
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Researchers have developed an innovative approach to epidemic modeling that could transform how scientists and policymakers predict the spread of infectious diseases. The study introduces a new framework that incorporates socioeconomic status (SES) factors -- such as income, education, and ethnicity -- into epidemic models. The study underscores an urgent need for more comprehensive epidemic modeling frameworks as societies continue to grapple with the lingering impacts of COVID-19 and prepare f
Managed Care Matters
OCTOBER 11, 2024
A much-needed Medicare change One of the Presidential candidates is proposing to add coverage for at-home long term care to Medicare , a move that would greatly help Americans caring for elderly relatives. Thanks for reading Managed Care Matters! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. That would be a huge helping hand to anyone struggling to help care for their aging parents, perhaps stuck between putting them (gasp!
Care
OCTOBER 11, 2024
CARE is working with partners on the ground providing urgent aid to hurricane victims. Here's how to help.
PHIG Partners
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The Arkansas Department of Health is upgrading its Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, supported by PHIG funding, to improve healthcare delivery. This modernization aims to streamline workflows, enhance patient access to records, and improve data integrity, which is critical for reducing claim denials and increasing user satisfaction. PHIG funding enabled a comprehensive evaluation by a global consulting firm specializing in audit, tax, and advisory services to assess the current system and d
PHIG Partners
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The Connecticut Department of Public Health has used PHIG funding to develop the new Public Health Training Academy of Connecticut (PHTAC), in partnership with the New England Public Health Training Center and the Public Health Foundation’s TRAIN Learning Network. PHTAC is a collaboration of learning networks delivered through a singular portal, designed to enhance and expand prior workforce development and training programs for public health professionals in the state.
PHIG Partners
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The post Connecticut Targets Improvements to Environmental Public Health Services with PHIG Funding appeared first on Public Health Infrastructure Grant.
PHIG Partners
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Montana’s Department of Health and Human Services, with PHIG and CDC support, led a groundbreaking multi-county community health assessment using the innovative CASPER method. Over 80 volunteers conducted door-to-door surveys across five rural counties, gathering essential data to shape local health strategies. This initiative fostered strong community engagement, tested a new CDC approach, and reached key assessment goals.
PHIG Partners
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Tennessee's Department of Health has modernized its recruitment processes with vital support from PHIG funding, resulting in a 136% increase in qualified applicants and allowing for faster filling of positions, especially in rural areas. This funding has enabled the hiring of external recruiters, expanding the candidate pool to include recent public health graduates and enhancing the state's competitiveness with private sector hiring practices.
PHIG Partners
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Santa Clara County's Climate Resilience Leadership Academy, funded by PHIG, empowers community organizations to combat climate hazards like extreme heat and poor air quality. The program's mini-grants have increased resources for grassroots initiatives, leading to impactful projects like youth tree planting and climate policy workshops. With 88% of participants reporting enhanced climate change knowledge and 77% of projects improving community resilience, the academy significantly addr
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