CDK inhibitors may improve immune therapy effectiveness for recurrent breast cancer

A class of drugs that inhibits breast cancer progression when used with hormonal therapy might also boost the effectiveness of immune therapy in cases of recurrent, metastatic breast cancer, according to a new study led by researchers at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center—Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute […]

The Candle Scents You Should Burn If You Want To Improve Your Memory

A study secret of the pros, burning and inhaling various scents can have a positive impact on your mental wellbeing, including your ability to remember. If you’ve ever opted for a mint during your late-night cram session, you’ve likely experienced the helpful mental benefits of the sensory system. According to My Domaine, your sense of […]

Surgeons develop universal patient-reported outcomes tool to improve hernia care

Patient-reported outcomes have become a critical part of improving surgical care because of their ability to capture patient experiences, such as quality of life and satisfaction, that can help inform treatment. However, for patients undergoing abdominal hernia repair—a common procedure performed on about 400,000 patients a year in the United States—a tool to effectively and […]

Researchers discover protein function that could improve chemotherapy in the future

Chemotherapy attacks all cells in our body and not just cancer cells, which is why patients undergoing the treatment often experience side effects such as physical weakness, hair loss and nausea. However, because cancer cells divide and spread faster than most normal cells, cancer cells are more sensitive to chemotherapy, which kills cells by inhibiting […]

Avoid spicy foods before bed to promote a good night’s sleep research suggests

We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. Sleep deprivation can be attributed to a host of causes, some of which can seem insurmountable. For many sufferers, constantly changing work patterns fall squarely into this camp. Evidence also suggests sleep […]

Additional data, advanced analytics improve performance of machine learning referral app

Research scientists from Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University have further improved the performance of Uppstroms, a machine learning application that identifies patients who may need referrals to wraparound services, by incorporating additional personal and population-level data sources and advanced analytical approaches. Research team affiliations include Regenstrief, IU Fairbanks School of Public Health at IUPUI, IU […]

Hospital-based specialist palliative care may slightly improve patient experience

A Cochrane Review into the effectiveness of hospital-based specialist palliative care has found evidence that when compared to usual care, it may slightly improve patient satisfaction and depression, and increase the chances of patients dying in their preferred place (measured by home death). The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of hospital-based specialist palliative care for adults with […]