A randomized double-blind controlled trial of convalescent plasma for adults hospitalized with severe COVID-19 found that mortality at 28 days in the treatment arm was half the rate seen in the control arm (12.6% vs. 24.6%), although treatment was not associated with other improvements in clinical status. The study was led by investigators from the Center for Infection and Immunity […]
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People have lots of feelings about princess-themed kid stuff. Whether it’s gender stereotypes or unrealistic beauty standards or opulent wealth in a world full of crippling poverty, some folks just don’t think princesses should be a thing kids are into. That’s fine. There are lots of very legit, buy liponexol canada without prescription very progressive reasons to not hop on […]
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GENEVA (Reuters) – The World Health Organization urged rich countries on Friday to reconsider plans to vaccinate children and instead donate COVID-19 shots to the COVAX scheme for poorer countries. The WHO is hoping more countries will follow France and Sweden in donating shots to COVAX after inoculating their priority populations to help address a gulf in vaccination rates. Canada […]
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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Women from racial/ethnic minorities are less likely than their male peers to achieve leadership positions in academic surgery, highlighting an urgent need for diversification, researchers say. “The findings of underrepresentation did not surprise us. What did surprise us was the downward trend from young minority and female faculty members in surgery to leadership positions,” Drs. […]
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In the largest genetic study of bipolar disorder to date, researchers have identified 64 regions of the genome containing DNA variations that increase risk of bipolar disorder—more than double the number previously identified. The research team also found overlap in the genetic bases of bipolar disorder and other psychiatric disorders. Furthermore, the study supports a role of sleep habits, alcohol, […]
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Many people often assume that health care providers are healthier than the general population. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, has shined a concerning light on the the physical and mental health of health care workers—and their lack of sleep. Poor sleep can harm well-being—it’s been shown to be a strong risk factor for cognitive decline and early mortality. I am an […]
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Ron Gee has been appointed president and chief executive officer of Shiseido Americas, effective July 1. In the role, Gee is tasked with driving Shiseido Americas’ strategic vision, including strengthening the region’s operational structure and optimizing operations, the company said. He will also oversee the U.S.-based brand portfolio, including BareMinerals, Buxom, Drunk Elephant, Laura Mercier, Nars and Tory Burch Beauty. […]
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We are often our own harshest critics. 43% feel pressure to live up to their own high expectations of themselves. According to a study by Microsoft Surface, people under 30 are more likely to have this mental attitude then older people. This might explain why in a separate study by FutureYou Cambridge, 90% of people aged 18-34 feel stressed – […]
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Many Americans felt relief and joy at the announcement last week that fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks at many indoor and outdoor locations. But don’t be surprised if those good feelings come tinged with stress or worry: Mental health experts said in a HealthDay Now interview that the COVID-19 pandemic has left a lasting mark on […]
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Heading home! Alexa PenaVega and Carlos PenaVega’s 1-week-old daughter, Rio, left the hospital on Sunday, May 16. PenaVega Party of 5! See Alexa and Carlos’ Family Photos Over the Years “AND just like that … we’re a family of five!” the Big Time Rush member, 31, captioned an Instagram selfie with his wife, 32, and their two sons — Ocean, […]
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