Multi-ancestry study uncovers shared genetics of problematic drinking
A study led by VA and Yale researchers reveals ancestries around the world possess a common genetic architecture for problematic alcohol use. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 21, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
JN.1 and other new coronavirus strains: Three things to know
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has continued to mutate and spread. Yale experts tell you what you need to know. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 21, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
A night of fun raises money to help fight hunger and homelessness
Members of the Yale School of Medicine community opened their hearts and their wallets at the 30th Annual Hunger& Homelessness Charity Auction on Dec. 6. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 21, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Investigating disparities in breast reconstruction rates after mastectomies
Yale researchers have found significant disparities in the use of post-mastectomy breast reconstruction among older Asian American and South Korean women. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 21, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Brett Lindenbach, PhD, 1968 –2023
Lindenbach, associate professor of microbial pathogenesis and of comparative medicine at Yale School of Medicine, died on Dec. 16. He was 55. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 20, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Yale Internal Medicine ’s most popular stories in 2023
In 2023, the Department of Internal Medicine debuted new programs, showcased groundbreaking research, launched innovative educational opportunities, and more. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 20, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Physician Associate Class of 2023 celebrated at graduation ceremony
Thirty-nine Yale School of Medicine PA Program students received their Master of Medical Science degree at a ceremony on Dec. 4 in Woolsey Hall. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 20, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Using molecular ‘cookie cutters’ to view membrane protein organization
Protein organization is key to protein function — but difficult to uncover for membrane proteins. A new Yale-developed method overcomes the biggest challenges. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 20, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
We navigate deep uncertainty with community
Looking at the ongoing climate crisis, a recent article at The New York Times pointed out that we’re living in a time of systemic uncertainty: In June, the Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine published a paper cautioning that the world at large was facing “a psychological condition of ‘systemic…#mediaparty #collaboratory #lionpublishers #sembramedia #reutersinstitute #selfinvestigation #latinamerica #theatreforchange #axmina #newsproductalliance (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - December 20, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Casgevy and Lyfgenia: Two gene therapies approved for sickle cell disease
Yale doctors discuss the implications of these treatments recently approved by the FDA for those with the debilitating blood disorder. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 20, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Yale Ventures ’ top innovation stories from 2023
From improving health to building a more sustainable world, Yale ’s innovation community remains focused on positively impacting the world’s greatest challenges. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 19, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Treating opioid disorder without meds more harmful than no treatment at all
Non-medication-based treatments for opioid use disorder may be more harmful than no treatment at all, a new Yale study finds. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 19, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
AI imaging bias reduces diagnostic accuracy
Systematically biased artificial intelligence (AI) imaging models lower diagnostic accuracy by over 11 percentage points, according to research published December 19 in JAMA. A team led by Sarah Jabbour from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor also found that biased AI model predictions with explanations lowered accuracy by about nine percentage points. However, accuracy improved by over four percentage points when clinicians reviewed a patient clinical vignette with standard AI model predictions and model explanations compared with baseline measures. “Given the unprecedented pace of AI development, it is essential...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - December 19, 2023 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Artificial Intelligence Source Type: news
At 100 College St., building connections inside and out
During the dedication of 100 College St. this month, Yale celebrated research, people, and the power of connection. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 19, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Study helps explain post-COVID exercise intolerance
Exercise intolerance is one symptom associated with long COVID. A new study helps explain its cause. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - December 19, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
