Study reveals new mechanism for rapid evolution of multi-drug resistant infections in patients

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A research study led by the University of Oxford provides a transformational new insight into how antimicrobial resistance (AMR) emerges in patients with bacterial infections. The findings, published today in the journal Nature Communications, could help develop more effective interventions to prevent AMR infections developing in vulnerable patients. The study’s findings challenge the traditional view…

Experts Call for Nationwide Rollout of E-Registry to Reduce Maternal and Newborn Deaths

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Scientists have called on the Ugandan government to adopt simple data collection methods in hospitals across the country to help reduce the number of maternal and newborn deaths. The researchers, who conducted a study in Busoga, Uganda, found that a perinatal e-registry, which tracked data on mothers and babies from pre-hospital admission to discharge, led…

The Union releases clinical standards for diagnosis and management of TB Adverse Effects

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A panel of 65 global experts has identified eight clinical standards for the management of adverse effects during treatment for tuberculosis (TB). Adverse effects to TB treatment can lead to morbidity, mortality, and treatment interruption. In collaboration with the panel representing major societies, associations, and groups active in the TB field, the authors of the…

Kiosk enters African fresh produce market for better nutrition

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Kyosk Digital Services, (www.Kyosk.app) a digital-first and data-led distribution platform, has announced its entry into the African fresh produce market with the launch of its Farm & Fresh line of business. This expansion comes after Kyosk’s recent acquisition of KwikBasket, a prominent player in the agricultural industry known for its expertise in the distribution of…

India’s Qure AI Wins Japan Smart Healthy Aging Initiative

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Qure.ai, a leading company in AI-based radiology solutions, has been announced as one of the recipients of the Japan Smart Healthy Aging Initiative QuickFire Challenge, organized by Johnson & Johnson Innovation LLC in Japan. Qure.ai’s proposal for the challenge focuses on revolutionizing stroke diagnosis and treatment using their AI-based head CT interpretation software called qER.…

Opioid pain relievers do not reduce acute lower back and neck pain, Lancet study suggests

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There was no significant difference in pain levels in patients with lower back or neck pain who were given opioid pain relievers compared to those given a placebo, according to a randomised controlled trial published in The Lancet.  Lower back and neck pain are very common worldwide. Clinical guidelines currently recommend opioid pain relievers for…