Now that kids ages 5 to 11 are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination and the number of fully vaccinated people in the U.S. is rising, many people may be wondering what the endgame is for COVID-19. Early on in the pandemic, it wasn’t unreasonable to expect that SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) might just go
Se espera que las emisiones mundiales de dióxido de carbono aumenten este año hasta casi los niveles de 2019, superando el descenso sin precedentes del año pasado provocado por los confinamientos por la covid-19. Esto significa que las emisiones vuelven a tener una tendencia al alza, cuando deberían disminuir rápidamente si queremos cumplir el objetivo
Spin out company Artios Pharma is pioneering therapeutics that target the damage repair mechanism of DNA polymerase theta in a range of cancers. As they enter first-in-human trials, we tell the story from discovery to translation… In 1996, Simon Boulton published his first ever paper. In it, he and his PhD supervisor described a new
While many report that they struggle to cope with new parenthood, the majority are reluctant to ask for help during the first weeks with a newborn The first weeks of parenthood are undeniably challenging, as parents adjust to an upheaval to their lives, all while facing the physical, mental, and emotional challenges that come with
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic increased global morbidity and mortality exponentially over the course of the last two years, with more than five million deaths reported globally during this period. A new “article in press” explores the efficacy of vaccination against infection with the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in pregnancy. Study:
The Public Health Agency of Canada says the country is bending the curve on the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, but progress has slowed recently and Canada could still see some “bumps” over the next few months. “Now is not the time to let our guard down. We could still be in for a
A new report and interactive map show in precise detail how cancer-causing chemicals are released by multiple industrial facilities in some neighborhoods, creating zones of dangerous air. What to know: An estimated 256,000 Americans are being exposed to excess cancer risk from air pollution beyond what the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers an acceptable threshold,
The facility, which will be located at 455 Grand Union Blvd. in Somerville, Greater Boston, has been designed to accommodate two key shifts for the business: firstly, its new dedicated focus on gene therapies after the spinoff of its oncology portfolio, and secondly, a hybrid model of working established over the pandemic. ‘Hybrid work
Lief Labs, a formulation and product developer as well as dietary supplement contract manufacturer, is building on new capabilities to help them drive innovation while managing ongoing global supply chain issues. “Data analytics has entered our industry and the brands are leading it. What I want to do is I want to push that down
The recent study was done with ‘ceremonial grade’ matcha, which is a type of green tea powder made from whole dried leaves. The contents of the whole leaf are consumed in the beverage, as opposed to the steeped version more commonly consumed in which the leaves, and some of their constituents, are discarded. The ‘ceremonial
Many in the dietary supplement industry have been wondering what consumer demand might look like after the market distortions caused by the global pandemic have passed. Now that COVID-19 is starting to become something that people will have to learn to live with and to some degree have become accustomed to, will consumers stop reaching
I think all of us know how motivational it can be when we have a goal in mind and want to achieve it. Nobody knows this better than Tennie Ivy, a 97-year-old grandmother who was diagnosed with breast cancer. Not only was she diagnosed with breast cancer at the ripe age of 97, but it
The buy now adds to Nexira’s expanding portfolio with the inclusion of UNIPEKTIN’s sugar beet fibres and pectin for use in nutraceutical applications that address digestive health, cholesterol and diabetes. “After a successful diversification, providing a wide range of premium and branded botanical extracts to the health and nutrition markets, we are affirming our external
Young mental health activists will be co-producing the first children’s only mental health festival this coming February Awareness of ill mental health has increased dramatically over recent years. With more and more of us talking about how we are feeling, we’re creating more dialogues and paths towards seeking help and support than ever before. Yet
As more states legalize cannabis (now 37) for medical or recreational purposes its use during pregnancy is increasing, along with the potential for abuse or dependence. A new study, co-led by researchers from Columbia University and Weill Cornell Medicine, has captured the magnitude and issues related to cannabis use disorders during pregnancy by examining diagnostic
Ask anyone what their favorite morning drink is, and there’s a high chance they’ll say it’s coffee. Whether you’re at the dinner table nursing a cup of coffee as you browse through morning emails or sipping a latte during your midday break, there are only a few things in life that are as comforting as coffee.
Undergoing general or spinal anesthesia does not alter short term adverse events in patients undergoing outpatient total knee arthroplasty (TKA) surgery, according to researchers from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University in Providence, led by Mark C. Kendall, MD, who retrospectively evaluated outcomes during the 72-hours after outpatient TKAs. For the study, published
The company currently holds 53.3 million bearer shares of Roche’s common stock, representing approximately 33% of voting shares. The deal will separate the two Basel-headquartered Swiss competitors. Novartis says stake is not a strategic asset Novartis acquired its stake in Roche between 2001 and 2003 for around $5bn in total as a long-term financial investment:
The antiviral Lagevrio (molnupiravir) is safe and effective at reducing the risk of hospitalization and death in people with mild to moderate COVID-19 who are at increased risk of developing severe disease, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) announced today. This follows a rigorous review of its safety, quality and effectiveness by the
Demonstrators hold signs during a protest against Covid-19 mandates outside the General Motors (GM) Tech Center in Warren, Michigan, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021. Mathew Hatcher | Bloomberg | Getty Images Several business groups expressed concern about President Joe Biden’s Covid vaccine mandate on Thursday, arguing that the requirements will burden businesses during the
“There is no question that today’s business environment is as challenging as we’ve ever seen it,” as market prices for commodities, packaging and freight surge, economy-wide bottlenecks and shortages hamper production, and acute labor shortages – including a month-long labor strike at US cereal facilities – result in absenteeism, high turnover and difficulty maintaining production,
Early on in the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the loss of smell was found to be a robust symptom consistently observed during the acute phase of infection. This effect was attributed to olfactory dysfunction; however, the underlying mechanism is still in doubt. A new Cell study discusses the entry of the virus into the