Machine learning can help predict patient response to cancer immunotherapy

byJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineHLA-extended, MIL-supervised TCR repertoire model. We expand on previous work by modifying the TCR featurization block to incorporate the HLA backgro

Updated on: December 25,2023

Machine learning can help predict patient response to cancer immunotherapy

byJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineHLA-extended, MIL-supervised TCR repertoire model. We expand on previous work by modifying the TCR featurization block to incorporate the HLA backgro

Updated on:December 25,2023

117 cases of multisystem inflammation syndrome in children identified during 2023

by Elana GotkineIn 2023, 117 cases of multisystem inflammation syndrome in children (MIS-C) were reported, with 26 percent of patients having onset during August to October, according toresearch

Updated on: March 20,2024

117 cases of multisystem inflammation syndrome in children identified during 2023

by Elana GotkineIn 2023, 117 cases of multisystem inflammation syndrome in children (MIS-C) were reported, with 26 percent of patients having onset during August to October, according toresearch

Updated on:March 20,2024

Child developmental milestone checklists updated by CDC, AAP

(HealthDay)—Screen your young child early and often for developmental delays.That's the message behind updated checklists from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American

Updated on: February 22,2024

Child developmental milestone checklists updated by CDC, AAP

(HealthDay)—Screen your young child early and often for developmental delays.That's the message behind updated checklists from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American

Updated on:February 22,2024

Second-hand smoke exposure during childhood leaves its mark on children's DNA

byBarcelona Institute for Global HealthGraphical abstract. Credit:Environment International(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.109204Children exposed to second-hand smoke at home are

Updated on: February 19,2025

Second-hand smoke exposure during childhood leaves its mark on children's DNA

byBarcelona Institute for Global HealthGraphical abstract. Credit:Environment International(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.109204Children exposed to second-hand smoke at home are

Updated on:February 19,2025

Vaccine effectiveness modest for children, teens during Omicron

During Omicron predominance, the estimated vaccine effectiveness (VE) of the BNT162b2 two-dose vaccination among children and adolescents was modest and decreased rapidly, according to a study publish

Updated on: March 29,2024

Vaccine effectiveness modest for children, teens during Omicron

During Omicron predominance, the estimated vaccine effectiveness (VE) of the BNT162b2 two-dose vaccination among children and adolescents was modest and decreased rapidly, according to a study publish

Updated on:March 29,2024

The power of human milk for infant health

byUniversity of Western AustraliaInfant immune response to its physiological food, breast milk. Credit:Immunological Reviews(2024). DOI: 10.1111/imr.13376Two open-access reviews by a

Updated on: November 24,2024

The power of human milk for infant health

byUniversity of Western AustraliaInfant immune response to its physiological food, breast milk. Credit:Immunological Reviews(2024). DOI: 10.1111/imr.13376Two open-access reviews by a

Updated on:November 24,2024

Almost 3 in 10 young kids may have malaria in Sub-Saharan Africa

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAlmost three out of ten children in 13 Sub-Saharan Africa countries are infected with malaria, with older under-five children living i

Updated on: March 29,2024

Almost 3 in 10 young kids may have malaria in Sub-Saharan Africa

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAlmost three out of ten children in 13 Sub-Saharan Africa countries are infected with malaria, with older under-five children living i

Updated on:March 29,2024

New report spills the milk on toddler 'formulas,' questions marketing of drinks

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainToddler "formulas" that are promoted as nutritious drinks for the older infant or preschooler are generally unnecessary

Updated on: April 22,2024

New report spills the milk on toddler 'formulas,' questions marketing of drinks

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainToddler "formulas" that are promoted as nutritious drinks for the older infant or preschooler are generally unnecessary

Updated on:April 22,2024

In Israel, COVID vaccines have been offered to 5- to 11-year-olds for nearly a year, so why are so few vaccinated?

by Bar-Ilan UniversitySocial media outreach results, including initial post impressions attrition, exclusion criteria, and conversion rate to clicks. Credit:Human Vaccines & Immunothera

Updated on: March 26,2024

In Israel, COVID vaccines have been offered to 5- to 11-year-olds for nearly a year, so why are so few vaccinated?

by Bar-Ilan UniversitySocial media outreach results, including initial post impressions attrition, exclusion criteria, and conversion rate to clicks. Credit:Human Vaccines & Immunothera

Updated on:March 26,2024

US surgeon general report warns of mental health crisis hitting youth

(HealthDay)—The pandemic has intensified mental health struggles that were already widespread among American teens, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy warned Tuesday.The pandemic and other major is

Updated on: February 20,2024

US surgeon general report warns of mental health crisis hitting youth

(HealthDay)—The pandemic has intensified mental health struggles that were already widespread among American teens, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy warned Tuesday.The pandemic and other major is

Updated on:February 20,2024

Promising results from phase 1 gene therapy trial for Danon disease

byChildren's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) announced encouraging results from the first ever gene the

Updated on: November 22,2024

Promising results from phase 1 gene therapy trial for Danon disease

byChildren's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) announced encouraging results from the first ever gene the

Updated on:November 22,2024

How much creatine is needed for optimal baby growth?

by Rob Clancy,Hudson Institute of Medical ResearchCredit: Amina Filkins from PexelsThe role of creatine in healthy pregnancies is well established, but how much is enough? A study at Hudson Inst

Updated on: August 07,2024

How much creatine is needed for optimal baby growth?

by Rob Clancy,Hudson Institute of Medical ResearchCredit: Amina Filkins from PexelsThe role of creatine in healthy pregnancies is well established, but how much is enough? A study at Hudson Inst

Updated on:August 07,2024