Researchers Identify Genetic Switch that Controls Conversion of Bad to Good Fat
Research findings opens opportunities to develop new treatments to tackle metabolic diseases, like diabetes.... Read More
Biochemistry
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Children Who Use Asthma Tracking App Have Better Disease Control and Fewer Hospital Visits
An app that allows parents and doctors to monitor a child’s asthma has a big impact on managing the disease. ... Read More
Biomedical Informatics,Pediatrics
Opioids: Leading Cause of Pregnancy-Associated Death in New Utah Moms
As the opioid epidemic rages on, one vulnerable group--new moms--have often been overlooked. A new study at the University of Utah Health found that drug-induced death is the most common cause of pregnancy-associated death in Utah. Postpartum women who have previously or currently struggle with substance abuse are at greater risk of overdosing. ... Read More
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Induced Labor Not More Expensive to Health Care System than Waiting for Spontaneous Labor
Upfront cost of inducing labor at 39 weeks is equal to costs that accrue during longer pregnancies.... Read More
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Bench to Bedside 2019: Presenting Technological Innovation at the Utah State Capitol
The University of Utah Health will host the 9th annual Bench to Bedside competition on April 8, 6:00 pm at the Utah State Capitol. ... Read More
Giving Intravenous Therapy to Children at Home is Costly, Lowers Parents’ Quality of Life
New research shows that oral therapeutics excel over intravenous therapy for treating serious infections in children at home in two important measures: cost and preserving quality of life.... Read More
Pediatrics