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Purpose: The paper aims to disentangle the factors behind territorial disparities in the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) case fatality ratio, focusing on the pressure put by the pandemic on healthcare services and adopting a spatial perspective. Design/methodology/approach: Multiscale geographically weighted regression (MGWR) models have been used for uncovering the spatial variability in the impact of healthcare services on COVID-19 case fatality ratio, allowing authors to better capture the real spatial patterns at local level. The authors proved that this approach yields better results, and the MGWR model outperforms traditional regression methods. The selected case studies are two of the biggest UE countries, among the first affected by a high incidence of COVID-19 cases, namely Italy and Germany. Findings: The authors found sizeable regional differences in COVID-19 mortality rates within each of the analysed countries, and the stress borne by local healthcare systems seems to be the most powerful factor in explaining them. In line with other studies, the authors found additional factors of influence, such as age distribution, gender ratio, population density and regional development. Originality/value: This research clearly indicated that COVID-19 related deaths are strongly associated with the degree of resilience of the local healthcare systems. The authors supply localized results on the factors of influence, useful for assisting the decision-makers in prioritizing limited healthcare resources. The authors provide a scientific argument in favour of the decentralization of the pandemic management towards local authorities not neglecting, however, the necessary regional or national coordination. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Africa's population is expected to increase significantly in the future, with five countries, including Nigeria, contributing to more than half of global population growth by 2050. Factors such as reduced child mortality rates, increased female education, and economic development are driving this growth. While progress has been made in healthcare and fertility rates, challenges remain in terms of urbanization and environmental impact. Rwanda and Botswana are expected to benefit from the demographic dividend first, while countries like Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo still face high birth rates. Education and structural reforms are crucial to fully realize the potential of the demographic dividend, and education, particularly for girls, is important in reducing fertility rates and promoting economic progress. Africa's growing population could lead to greater political and cultural influence globally, but tangible benefits may take time to materialize, and sustained economic growth is necessary. Education is also highlighted as important for promoting creativity and cultural richness in Africa. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses research which investigated the need to consider prematurity in measuring kindergarten readiness, conducted by pediatric specialist Ruth L. Milanaik and colleagues. Topics explored include the appropriate age for kindergarten entry in typically developing children, the acknowledgment of physiological and psychological consequences of preterm birth, and the perceived benefits of delaying kindergarten entry to some children.

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to determine the impact of human age on the distribution of electric field and absorbed energy that originates from a mobile phone. Design/methodology/approach: This research was performed for frequencies of 900, 1800 and 2100 MHz, which are used in a mobile communication system. To obtain the most accurate results, 3 D realistic model of the child's head has been created whereby the dimensions of this model correspond to the dimensions of a seven-year-old child. Distribution of the electric field and specific absorption rate (SAR) through the child's head was obtained by numerical analysis based on the finite integration technique. Findings: The results discover that amount of absorbed energy is greater in the surface layers of the child's head model when the electromagnetic (EM) characteristics of tissues are adjusted for the child. This deviation corresponds to different EM characteristics of biological tissues and organs of an adult person compared to a child. Research limitations/implications: The study deals with penetrated electrical field and absorbed EM field energy. There is space for further studies of other EM field effects (e.g. thermal effects). Practical implications: The analysis of obtained results leads to idea that mobile phones and devices aimed for children using should be modified to provide SAR values inside prescribed standards. Social implications: The obtained results are foundation for future research on influence of EM fields of mobile devices on human health. Originality/value: The proposed procedure offers the model for accurate estimation and quality analysis of SAR and EM field distribution inside child head tissue. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article emphasizes that advanced age is a significant risk factor for high blood pressure, affecting over half of older adults. Topics include strategies for blood pressure management, such as reducing sodium intake, increasing potassium-rich foods, limiting alcohol consumption, boosting fiber, reducing sugar intake, and monitoring calorie consumption for potential weight loss.

The article offers advice to parents to help them with learning milestones for their kids from infancy to seven years and above including building self-awareness, early language teaching, and teaching math concepts.

The article offers information on the guideline for microhematuria that emphasizes a risk-stratified approach for patient evaluation which was presented at the 2020 American Urological Association Virtual Experience. Guideline panel cochair Daniel A. Barocas explained that hematuria is one of the most common urologic diagnoses and mentioned the fact that there is variability related to microhematuria evaluation. A definition of hematuria is provided.

The article focuses on several research papers that are published within the September 2018 issue of the periodical on topics including numerous brain abnormalities and anomalous development in children and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Topics discussed include relationship of abuse and neglect with ADHD from childhood to young Adulthood; sensory Integration therapy and childhood Factors and Adult Intimate partner Violence in Girls with ADHD.

The Food and Drug Administration's vaccine advisory committee has approved the use of the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer Inc. (NYC) and BioNTech (Mainz, DEU) in the United States for those ages 16 years and older. The first doses will go to healthcare workers and long-term care residents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Keywords: Osaka; Japan; Asia; Antibodies; Autoantibodies; Blood Proteins; Health and Medicine; Immunoglobulins; Immunology; Immunoproteins; Muscular Diseases and Conditions; Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions; Myositis; Neuromuscular Diseases and Conditions; Proteins; Rheumatology; Serum Globulins EN Osaka Japan Asia Antibodies Autoantibodies Blood Proteins Health and Medicine Immunoglobulins Immunology Immunoproteins Muscular Diseases and Conditions Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions Myositis Neuromuscular Diseases and Conditions Proteins Rheumatology Serum Globulins 3884 3884 1 04/10/23 20230414 NES 230414 2023 APR 14 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- New research on Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions - Myositis is the subject of a report. Osaka, Japan, Asia, Antibodies, Autoantibodies, Blood Proteins, Health and Medicine, Immunoglobulins, Immunology, Immunoproteins, Muscular Diseases and Conditions, Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions, Myositis, Neuromuscular Diseases and Conditions, Proteins, Rheumatology, Serum Globulins Keywords for this news article include: Osaka, Japan, Asia, Antibodies, Autoantibodies, Blood Proteins, Health and Medicine, Immunoglobulins, Immunology, Immunoproteins, Muscular Diseases and Conditions, Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions, Myositis, Neuromuscular Diseases and Conditions, Proteins, Rheumatology, Serum Globulins, Osaka University. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the lack of data on the prevalence of marijuana use disorders in the U.S. amid the increasing state efforts to adopt measures allowing its use for medical or recreational purposes.

The article mentions changes that will affect the distribution of age groups in the United States population and the implication for business. The trend toward an aging population will create a marketing problem--the type and amount of goods that will be in demand by a changing consumer group. The trend will also produce a demand from organized labor for pensions and other benefits and a reconsideration of corporate policy concerning the mandatory retirement age of 65 for employees. Topics include economic aspects of life expectancy and low birth rates, the potential loss of productivity in the U.S. economy, and 15 socioeconomic ideas to explore regarding the labor market.

The article presents the results of the study on the effectiveness of 12-step facilitation (TSF) oriented approaches in reducing the damage from substance use in young people. It states that the TSF compared favorably against motivational enhancement therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy approach. It mentions that the results of the study expects that the TSF can benefit young people with substance use problems.

The article reports on a study led by Yan Bo Chen of China's Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital which compared the safety and effectiveness of day-surgery procedures holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) and photoselective vaporization of the prostate for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia in men with small- to medium-sized prostates. Topics covered include the long-term stability of HoLEP, eligibility of the study's patients and the postoperative complications of both procedures.

The article relates that the percentage of nurses aged over 50 in New Zealand has risen from 20% in 1994 to 41% by 2011. It also describes how hospitals in New Zealand are increasingly encouraged to implement programs and policies for supporting their more senior healthcare workers so that they can continue working beyond the current retirement age of 65, such as offering them flexible work options, more manageable workloads, retirement benefits, and better access to continuing education. INSETS: TAKING EACH YEAR AS IT COMES;NOT WORKING 'MIGHT BE FUN'.

The article discusses the increasing number of deaths among American men due to overdose of prescription drugs. Statistics reveal that men, especially middle-aged men, make up approximately two-thirds of accidental drug overdose deaths. Leonard Paulozzi, an epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, points out that many men who die due to prescription drugs were using them in a nonmedical way.

The article offers information on prescription for children that include, taking great care while prescribing neonates, as they are at high risk of drug toxicity; age and weight of the child must be checked before prescription; instructions, simple drug regimens and friendly formulas aid compliance; and safety of the off-labeled medicines should be explained to the carer and the child. Careful explanation and safety-netting help avoiding unnecessary prescriptions is also mentioned.

The article offers information on the speaker dependent or front end and speaker-independent or back-end speech recognition systems which are used by physicians. It discusses some of the benefits and challenges for back end and front end recognition systems. Moreover, Gary David of Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts states that front-end speech recognition changes the workflow and does not necessarily save labor.

The article reports on the emerging crisis in the U.S. where more and more middle-aged workers are trying to deal with the stress of caring for their aging parents. They are the victims of the demographic trend in the U.S. where the number of people aged 80 and above is increasing from 6.2 million in 1987 to 12.1 million in 2010.

The article presents abstracts on topics related to coeliac disease in children which include "Tracking of metabolic control from childhood to young adulthood in type 1 diabetes," by K. Raile and colleagues, "Coeliac disease presenting as severe hypoglycaemia in youth with type 1 diabetes," by N. Khoury, K. Semenkovich and A. M. Arbeláez, and "Insulin pump-associated adverse events in children and adolescents - a prospective study," by K. Heels and colleagues.

There are some signs of progress in drug-resistant infections in pediatrics, suggesting that antibiotic stewardship efforts may be having an effect and fewer broad-spectrum agents are being used on this important patient group, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on the use of brain scans in assisting courts in determining the criminal responsibility of child offenders. It states that researcher Nico Dosenbach and colleagues believe the use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be used to predict if a brain belongs to an adult or a child. It mentions that MRIs could be used in theory by defendants to determine their immaturity and use it as a defense. It talks about the debate behind the age of criminal responsibility.

The article presents a study "The Economic Burden of Chronic Psychotic Disorders in Ontario," on the increased cost of treatment of patients with psychotic illnesses because of complex medical needs. Topics discussed include views of health economist Claire de Oliveira, on the study; cost of patients with chronic psychotic disorders; and separate treatment for mental health and physical health.

The article offers the factors that affects ability to read and mentions advices for easy reading with helpful strategies. Topics discussed include neuropathy and Osteoarthritis can make it uncomfortable to hold reading material for extended periods; Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may also responsible for decline in reading skills; and recommendations on the use of book holder or electronic reading device, large print books, and audiobooks.

The article reports on the results of a survey that was conducted by the Associated Industries of Minneapolis in 1950 concerning the age distribution of the local labor force.

The article offers research brief related to occupational health as of August 2018. Topics discussed include "Cardiovascular disease risk in female firefighters" on high proportion of women firefighters were at high risk of developing cardiovascular disease, "work transitions in breast cancer survivors and effects on quality of life" on socioeconomic groups and lower educational attainment and "Job burnout: the contribution of emotional stability and emotional self-efficacy beliefs".

The article reports on the age distribution of Canadian cabinet officers who served under several prime ministers.

The article discusses the results of a study released by comScore, Inc. showing popular Health Care Professional (HCP) Content websites providing content or services catering particularly to physicians. The data is based on the comScore/Symphony HCP Measurement Solutions offering, which gives insight into the actual online physicians' attitude with regard to health-related classes, and the Physician Mobile Survey, which analyzes physicians' attitudes toward mobile devices in workplace.

The article presents an answer to several questions related to taking a flu vaccine, blood donation at an age 75, and relation of sleep apnea cure with losing weight.

The article provides answers to questions on health including shingles vaccine, safety concerns over microwave food in plastic containers and colon cancer tests.

The article discusses several studies on type 1 diabetes (T1D) published in various journals as of June 2014. Studies presented include one from R. A. Oram and colleagues on the secretion of very-low-level endogenous insulin among people with long-duration T1D, another from D. M. Maahs and colleagues on the relation between improved overnight and breakfast glucose levels and improved hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c and one from M. M. Goendendorp and colleagues on chronic fatigue management.

The article investigates whether optimal basal-bolus insulin ratios apply generally for targeted glycaemic control or whether there may be exceptions for specific user groups. It compares two studies on how insulin pump settings change during childhood and pregnancy. It offers recommendations to guide adjustment within these two settings in routine practice.

The article presents a meta-analysis on the efficacy of Phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors (PDE-5). The analysis reveals that PDE-5 are effective and safe, alone or combined with alpha-blockers, against lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) which is secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It shows that the two-drug combination improves the rate of maximum flow equated to alpha-blockers.

This article discusses dementia, a condition that affects 822,000 people in Great Britain. Of the total dementia patients, only one third are ever formally diagnosed. To improve the situation and ensure the early diagnosis and proper treatment of dementia patients, the National Dementia Strategy was published in 2009. Dementia describes a set of symptoms that include a decline in memory, reasoning and communication skills, and gradual loss of daily activities skills.

The article presents questions and answers related to savings including how much money should be saved for retirement and how to inform family about assets.

A chart is presented depicting areas of the house to lessen the amount of trip hazards where most falls happen.

The article presents the response of the National Health Service (NHS) Health at Work network to a survey published by the "Pulse" newspaper which claims the lack of occupational heath (OH) access of one-third of general practitioners (GP) in Great Britain. The survey, which was participated by 441 family physicians, was conducted in August 2013. NHS Health at Work network chair Anne de Bono emphasized the need for making OH more accessible to NHS staff and their colleagues in primary care.