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View Timeline →STI Screening During Pregnancy Reduces Preterm Birth Risk by 23%
A clinical trial found that screening and treating pregnant patients for common STIs reduced the risk of preterm birth by 23%. Researchers from the University…
Light-activated opioid painkiller may work without dangerous side effects
Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine and the University of Pennsylvania have developed a light-activated opioid painkiller that can be controlled with different light frequencies, potentially…
AI Tool Introduced to Detect Media Bias and Inform Voters
In 2024, the University of Pennsylvania launched the Media Bias Detector, an AI tool designed to objectively analyze media coverage across different outlets. This initiative…
AI-Based Interface Enhances Real-Time Epilepsy Monitoring for Patients
A team at the University of Pennsylvania developed an AI-based interface for real-time communication between epilepsy patients and monitoring devices, significantly improving seizure detection. This…
Public Health Strategies Against Cigarettes Could Inform Firearm Appeal Reduction
A paper from the Annenberg Public Policy Center suggests that public health strategies used to reduce cigarette smoking in the U.S. could be applied to…
Insurance Barriers Hinder Access to Blood Cancer Treatments
A nationwide study reveals that patients with blood cancers in the U.S. face significant insurance barriers and high out-of-pocket costs for accessing specialty oral anticancer…
Rising Medetomidine Use Linked to Increased Withdrawal Cases in Iran's Drug Crisis
The use of medetomidine, a veterinary sedative, is rising in Iran's street drug supply, particularly mixed with fentanyl, leading to a significant increase in withdrawal…
Uterus Transplants Lead to Successful Pregnancies in the U.S.
A national review shows that uterus transplants in the U.S. have led to numerous healthy births and improved surgical outcomes over the past decade. Researchers…
Influence of Organized Groups in U.S. House Primaries Over Voter Impact
A new book highlights that in U.S. House primaries, organized groups often have more influence than voters themselves, which is significant given the lack of…
Survey: Majority of Americans Link Climate Change to Increased Health Risks
A survey reveals that nearly two-thirds of Americans believe climate change is increasing the risk of respiratory and heat-related illnesses. The Annenberg Public Policy Center…
Survey Reveals Lack of Civic Knowledge Among U.S. Adults
A survey reveals that over a third of U.S. adults cannot name the three branches of government, highlighting a lack of civic knowledge. This survey,…
AI's Economic Impact: A Trillion-Dollar Gamble and Its Global Implications
The article discusses the significant economic implications of AI advancements, highlighting the potential trillion-dollar impact on various sectors. Jessica Wachter, a finance professor, evaluates these…
Assessing the Economic Impact of AI: Challenges and Opportunities
The article discusses the economic implications of AI advancements, highlighting uncertainties in business and technology. Jessica Wachter, a finance professor, emphasizes the importance of understanding…
New Hereditary Retinal Disease Discovered Linked to EFEMP1 Gene Variant
An international research team has discovered a new hereditary retinal disease linked to a variant in the EFEMP1 gene, affecting night vision. The study involved…
Survey Reveals Knowledge Gaps in Mosquito Control Among Americans
A survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center reveals that while a majority of U.S. adults understand the importance of controlling mosquitoes to prevent diseases,…
First Human Clinical Trial of Precision FLASH Proton Therapy Begins
A new FLASH proton therapy is being tested in a phase 1 clinical trial at the University of Pennsylvania, marking the first human trial of…
Americans Maintain High Confidence in Healthcare Providers
A survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center indicates that Americans have maintained high confidence in their health care providers from April 2021 to August…
New Scaffold Technology Promises Enhanced Rotator Cuff Repair
Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine have developed a scaffold that mimics natural tissue, potentially improving rotator cuff repairs for large injuries and degeneration…
Nasrin Sotoudeh Released from Prison on Bail
Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent human rights lawyer, was released from prison on bail after being arrested for attending a funeral without a mandatory hijab. Her…