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The Cost Savings of Early Fecal Transplants for C. difficile Infections

November 16, 2024

You've probably heard of faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) for severe Clostridioides difficile infections (CDI). It's typically suggested after three or more infection episodes. But what if we start FMT earlier, during the first or second episode? Could it save us money and reduce hospital vis

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The Hidden Power of Bacteria: Understanding Drug-Resistant Pseudomonas

November 16, 2024

Scientists in China have been digging into a tough puzzle: how a certain type of bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, has learned to resist multiple antibiotics. This sneaky microbe, often found in Nanning, can now shrug off drugs that were once fatal to it. By studying its molecular characteristics an

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New Tariffs Could Hurt Trump-Won States

November 16, 2024

Imagine a world where President Donald Trump slaps massive tariffs on all Chinese goods. Some experts think it could spark an economic war. Two states that helped Trump win the 2024 election, Nevada and Florida, might feel the most pain. A study by the U. S. -China Business Council and Oxford Econom

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Taming Sounds: A New CBT Approach for Autistic Kids with Hyperacusis

November 15, 2024

Hyperacusis, or extreme sensitivity to sounds, is pretty common among autistic kids, affecting up to 60% of them at some point in life. That's a lot more than the 17. 1% of kids without autism who experience it. This heightened sensitivity can make everyday stuff like school, playing with friends, o

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Unraveling the Links Between Brain Structure, Genes, and Comorbidity in Mental Disorders

November 15, 2024

Mental health issues like major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia often overlap and can be accompanied by other mental health problems. But why do some people develop these additional issues? Scientists are still trying to figure this out, particularl

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Teen in Canada's First Human Bird Flu Case: What to Know

November 15, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, a teenager from British Columbia has been hospitalized due to the H5N1 bird flu virus. The youngster has been in critical condition since Friday, as confirmed by health officials on Wednesday. This case is the first of its kind in Canada, and experts are trying to fig

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ADHD & Addiction: How Methylphenidate Affects Adults Long Term

November 15, 2024

Ever wondered how ADHD medication affects adults with behavioral addictions? Let's dive into a study that tracked these changes over time. The main drug in question, methylphenidate, is often prescribed to adults with ADHD. But what about its effects on behavioral addictions? This study aimed to she

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How Images Tell Stories: ARMNet’s Revolutionary Way of Predicting Emotions

November 14, 2024

Imagine you’re looking at a picture. What emotions does it make you feel? Image emotion analysis has traditionally focused on specific emotions like happiness or sadness. But a new approach, using something called a dimensional emotion space, can capture finer emotions more accurately. The challenge

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Why Do Hospital-Acquired Infections Hurt German Hospitals?

November 14, 2024

You might think that getting sick in the hospital is bad enough, but nosocomial infections (NIs) make it even worse. These are infections patients get while they're in the hospital. They can lead to higher death rates and a poorer quality of life. But it's not just about the patients; hospitals feel

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Vaccines and POTS: A Closer Look at Post-COVID-19 Side Effects

November 14, 2024

With over 13. 5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses given worldwide by early 2024, the global vaccination drive has been a game-changer in battling severe illness and death. However, the emergence of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) as a potential side effect has sparked some concerns. Th