A study on cervical cancer screening in rural and urban community health centers in the United States found that factors such as English proficiency, income, and area-level unemployment influence screening rates. During the COVID-19 pandemic, females at rural centers were less likely to be up-to-date with screening compared to urban centers. The difference was mainly…
Maintaining good sleep is just as essential for heart health as diet and exercise. Lack of sleep can increase the risk of obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. Sleep deprivation can also lead to weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as reduce life expectancy. Sleep apnea and chronic insomnia are linked to…
A study found that reducing alcohol consumption from heavy to mild to moderate levels decreased the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events by 23%. Researchers analyzed data from over 21,000 adults in Korea with heavy alcohol intake and monitored changes in their drinking habits over two health examinations. Those who reduced drinking had a lower…
Men are more likely to die in car crashes due to risky driving behaviors, but women are more likely to sustain serious injuries or be killed in crashes of similar severity. A recent study found that women arrive at trauma centers with signs of shock more often than men, regardless of injury severity. Women also…
Gilead Sciences has acquired an exclusive global license to develop and market Xilio’s tumor-activated IL-12 therapy. This partnership will allow Gilead to advance the development of this promising treatment for cancer. The agreement highlights Gilead’s commitment to expanding its portfolio of innovative therapies. The company’s use of cookies on its website for analytics and advertising…
Rising obesity rates and the popularity of quick weight loss methods like GLP-1s have led to a demand for easy ways to lose weight rapidly. However, traditional fad diets are not practical or sustainable, and can even be harmful to health. Restrictive diets can lead to yo-yo dieting, nutritional deficiencies, and other health risks. These…
The National Risk Assessment for Ireland 2023 has identified antimicrobial-resistant infections, a new pandemic, cyber-attacks, and disruptions to critical supply chains as the top risks facing the country. The report emphasizes the increasing levels of antimicrobial resistance, which make common infections more difficult to treat. The assessment also highlights the risk of a new pandemic,…
Bioretec received FDA breakthrough device designation for its RemeOs spinal interbody cage, designed to restore intervertebral height during cervical spinal fusion. Timo Lehtonen, CEO of Bioretec, expressed excitement about the market opportunities for the product, based on patented hybrid technology. This designation validates the company’s expertise in creating innovative orthopedic products to meet clinical needs….
Washington is taking action to address cybersecurity issues in the health care sector following a ransomware attack on Change Healthcare. The attack disrupted pharmacy and hospital payments nationwide, highlighting vulnerabilities in critical technology infrastructure. Policymakers are considering implementing mandatory cybersecurity standards for the industry, including regular audits. The incident has prompted calls for federal aid…
New research presented at ECCMID 2024 in Barcelona shows that in men who receive two doses of mpox vaccine intradermally, their antibody levels to the virus decline rapidly if they haven’t received a previous smallpox vaccine. Previous smallpox vaccination results in higher neutralizing antibodies after the first MVA-BN dose. Booster vaccination may be needed long-term…
