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ThursdayAug 19, 2021 9:30 am

Chronic Pain May Influence How Your Brain Processes Emotions

A study conducted by researchers from NeuRA and the University of New South Wales Sydney has found that individuals with chronic pain have a neurotransmitter imbalance in the area of the brain that is responsible for regulating emotions. The study was published in the “European Journal of Pain.” Estimates show that more than three million individuals in Australia are plagued with chronic pain, which can affect many parts of an individual’s life; more than half of these individuals also experienced depression and anxiety disorders. The researchers hypothesize that the neurotransmitter imbalance could be making it more difficult for these individuals…

WednesdayAug 18, 2021 12:15 pm

Routine Cancer Screening Declines During Pandemic

At the onset of the pandemic, restrictions on moving around were implemented, with social distancing and other measures being taken to avoid virus spread. As people have adjusted to a “new” normal, fewer and fewer individuals have been returning to their physicians for their annual cancer screenings. Cancer screening is basically getting checked for cancer by your physician before you begin displaying any symptoms. Regular screening may find colorectal, cervical and breast cancers in their early stages when treatment will be more effective, in comparison to late-stage diagnoses. Estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that the…

TuesdayAug 17, 2021 11:09 am

Less TV, More Physical Exercise Reduces Sleep Apnea Risks

According to a new study, people who spend less time watching TV and are physically active face a diminished risk of suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. This is the first research to examine sedentary lifestyles as well as physical activity with respect to the risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition in which an individual stops breathing and then restarts breathing again; this pattern carries on multiple times as the person sleeps. As a result of this intermittent breathing, the person’s blood oxygen concentration drops, they feel very tired, they snore, and their sleep is…

TuesdayAug 17, 2021 9:30 am

Predictive Oncology Inc. (NASDAQ: POAI) Subsidiary AI Model Predicts Cancer Outcomes, Leads to New Therapies

AI models of genomic data can predict cancer outcomes, which can then help personalize ovarian cancer treatments Results come from Helomics’ work on the 100,000 Genomes Project in Genomics England’s National Genomic Research Library Model learns patterns in genetic mutations of patients’ tumors, uses that knowledge to predict patient survival In an historic announcement in the space where artificial intelligence and precision medicine intersect, Predictive Oncology (NASDAQ: POAI) has released initial results for its AI-driven models of ovarian cancer (https://ibn.fm/H3As3). According to Predictive Oncology, the initial results demonstrate that AI models of genomic data can predict cancer outcomes which has…

TuesdayAug 17, 2021 9:00 am

Mind Cure Health Inc. (CSE: MCUR) (OTCQB: MCURF) (FRA: 6MH) Welcomes Digital Technology Expert in Development of Doctor-Patient SaaS Tech

Canada-based life sciences company Mind Cure Health is pursuing innovative technology and research solutions to improve mental health through technology The company is focused on developing digital therapeutics technology and researching psychedelic compounds The company’s proprietary software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform iSTRYM is designed to increase transparency and awareness between patients and therapists On the research side, Mind Cure Health is also manufacturing synthetic ibogaine and currently determining the commercialization potential of two different pathways for production Mind Cure Health recently announced an agreement with experienced clinical psychologist Dr. Ken Weingardt to guide iSTRYM toward near-term commercial deployment A growing number of…

TuesdayAug 17, 2021 9:00 am

AnPac Bio-Medical Science Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ: ANPC) Announces New Cooperative and Partnership Agreements, and further Strengthens Board of Directors

Cooperation and partnership discussions: AnPac Bio has reported major corporations in the medical industry include Roche Pharmaceuticals China and Advanced Life Therapeutics Co., Ltd AnPac Bio holds 40% minority equity in Advanced Life Therapeutics, performing contract R&D on integrated circuit-based components for cancer treatment medical devices AnPac Bio’s board now includes Mr. Chao Feng who has global fortune 500 Companies’ managerial experience as independent director effective July 19, 2021 AnPac Bio-Medical Science (NASDAQ: ANPC), an innovative thought leader and biotechnology company focused on early screening and cancer detection by developing, distributing, and deploying accessible early disease detection devices, announced a…

TuesdayAug 17, 2021 9:00 am

Brain Scientific Inc.’s (BRSF) Technology Could Be Part of the Solution as New Research Finds that Neurological Consequences of COVID-19 Could be the Norm Rather than Exception

It has become known that COVID-19 patients can present with neurological symptoms, but new comprehensive cross-country study indicates that it could be more prevalent than previously thought This could represent enormous challenge to healthcare as it needs to prepare for immediate and longer-term rehabilitation care of these patients Brain Scientific is committed to remaining at forefront of brain diagnostics, potentially offering solution to higher need for neurological care of COVID-19 patients Brain Scientific (OTCQB: BRSF), a commercial-stage health care company on a mission to modernize brain diagnostics, could be the one offering solution to the rising challenge global healthcare systems…

MondayAug 16, 2021 3:00 pm

How Technology Can Be Useful in Mental Health Treatment

We have seen the conversation on mental health and its importance grow recently past as more people share their experiences and stories of the challenges they’ve faced as they dealt with their own mental health disorders. This openness has made it easier for people who may be struggling with mental health issues to seek help, unlike in the past, when mental illnesses such as depression were treated as a taboo subject. As society becomes more enlightened about mental illnesses and the impact they have, not only on an individual’s life but also society at large, technology is also being used…

FridayAug 13, 2021 2:36 pm

Rare Cannabinoids Slowly Revolutionizing the Pharmaceutical Industry

Cannabis is now legal for recreational use in 18 states and legal for medicinal use in 36 states across the country. As the plant gains more popularity, so do some of its products, the most popular ones being THC and CBD, which are cannabinoids. Cannabinoids are compounds found in the cannabis plant. Other cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant include tetrahydrocannabivarin (“THCV”), cannabinol (“CBN”) and cannabigerol (“CBG”), among others. These rare cannabinoids don’t possess THC’s psychoactive properties and have been found to be more potent in comparison to CBD. Forecasts show that by the year 2029, the international market for…

FridayAug 13, 2021 9:00 am

Mind Cure Health Inc. (CSE: MCUR) (OTCQB: MCURF) (FRA: 6MH) Bolsters its Advisory Board With The Appointment of Jerry White

Mind Cure Health Inc. announced Jerry White’s appointment into the company’s advisory board Mr. White brings a wealth of experience from his years of powering global movements and working with key leaders and personalities around the world MINDCURE forecasts that with Mr. White’s addition to the board, the company will be well-positioned to achieve bigger and better goals, all while working towards its overall vision of building mental wealth globally Mind Cure Health (CSE: MCUR) (OTCQB: MCURF) (FRA: 6MH) announced that it has appointed Jerry White as an advisor to the company. Mr. White would be an excellent addition to…