The global epidemic of obesity and insulin-resistance during the last decades has been responsible for a dramatic increase in the prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). To find possible treatments for NAFLD and associated conditions it is crucial to […]
Swearing has been shown to help in reducing pain, but does the same also apply for “non-verbal cursing”, like making an offensive gesture? Dutch and British psychologists have set out to find the answer. By Alexandra Hinz There are many […]
Natural or engineered – our knowledge about the potentials and hazards of small but mighty nanoparticles is still limited. Italian researchers have now taken a hard look at “both sides of the coin”. By Maria Trovato Nanoparticles are structures with […]
Predictive data analysis models that use machine learning algorithms can help to quickly identify patterns in clinical data, allowing researchers to gain new insights into how to improve the various steps from raw data to clinical decisions. Austrian researchers have […]
Failure to follow-up medical test results poses a great risk to patient safety and quality of care. A new stakeholder forum bringing together health consumers, clinicians and policy organisations aims to improve the situation. By Mary Dahm Pathology and medical […]
For those seeking to reduce pain by refocusing their attention on a video game, it may not matter whether they have access to virtual reality (VR) technology or not. A recent study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Pain found […]
Endovascular aortic repair procedures are commonly guided using X-rays, which cause side effects to patients and the surgical team. Researchers now present an interdisciplinary approach that includes navigation, imaging techniques and augmented reality to reduce radiation exposure and optimise visualisation […]
What doctors should know when they don’t know: A new educational intervention for pediatric residents aims to improve their skills in communicating about diagnostic uncertainty. By Maren Olson Uncertainty is a fact of life and medicine is not immune to […]
Thyroid disorders are among the most common diseases of the endocrine system. A new study now reveals that both an overactive as well as an underactive thyroid can have a negative impact on bone mass. By Vasilios Pergialiotis Thyroid dysfunction […]
Pain is common among patients hospitalized in surgical departments, yet often it is not sufficiently controlled by painkillers. Can adding acupuncture to usual medical care impact pain management after surgery? Is acupuncture a safe treatment in the hospital setting? A […]
