Enhanced screening protocols for Candida auris improve hospital infection control
Researchers at Mount Sinai have developed enhanced hospital screening protocols for Candida…
Dermatologists Sound Alarm as Scabies Cases Rise
The British Association of Dermatologists has reported an unusual increase in scabies…
Digital Hypertension Solutions Are Everywhere, But Which Truly Improve Outcomes and Lower Costs?
Hypertension affects 120 million adults in the U.S. and is costly, with…
Evolus receives nod from EU for hyaluronic acid injectables, anticipates US approval
Four hyaluronic acid injectables used as dermal fillers have received EU Medical…
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Expert explains cardiac amyloidosis
Cardiac amyloidosis is a rare condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of…
Combination therapy shows promising results in treating stage 3 melanoma
A phase 2 clinical trial led by the University of Pittsburgh, UPMC…
Novel Intervention Slows Cognitive Decline in At-Risk Adults
Combining cognitive remediation (CR) with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in older…
Study Recommends Time-Restricted Eating For Blood Sugar Control
A recent study suggests that time-restricted eating can improve blood sugar control…
Heard at HLTH 2024: Insights from Innovative Healthcare Executives
Executives at the HLTH conference in Las Vegas discussed insights on the…
Radioactive iodine for thyroid cancer linked to risk for melanoma, other skin cancers
A study found that patients with primary thyroid cancer who received radioactive…
Sugar before age 2 affects diabetes risk
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David Sturgeon: consultant psychiatrist who provided counselling to victims of the 2005 terrorists attacks
David Sturgeon, a former lecturer in psychiatry at Middlesex Hospital in London,…
Novel visualization method helps make sense of large neuronal activity datasets
Researchers at HHMI Janelia Research Campus have developed a new computational method,…
NCCN leaders collaborate to enhance cancer care in Vietnam
Leaders from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) are collaborating with healthcare…
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Fourth-year medical student William Keller, a pseudonym used for anonymity, is applying…
Know Symptoms, Complications Of Rare Viral Infection
Health officials are investigating the death of an Iowa resident possibly resulting…
Heard at HLTH 2024 Part 2: Insights from Innovative Healthcare Executives
Executives at the HLTH conference in Las Vegas discussed the changing healthcare…
Climate change led to additional 50 days of health-threatening temperatures in 2023 – Lancet study
A major global report found that climate change is leading to more…
Update on cancer-causing benzene in acne products leads dermatology news from October
In October, Healio Dermatology highlighted top articles including a study on benzoyl…
Trump has a ‘flagrant disregard’ for public health
Former President Trump and his associates, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have…
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An analysis of over 32 million research abstracts published over the past…
The four types of systemic therapy for breast cancer
Treatment for breast cancer includes surgery, radiation therapy, and systemic therapies such…
Childhood neglect linked with mental and physical health problems in adulthood
Research from the University of Toronto found that childhood neglect, even without…
MS Drugmaker Fined €462.6 Million for Disparaging Rival
The European Commission has fined Teva €462.6 million for spreading misleading information…
Over 8 Million New Cases Reported As Tuberculosis Resurges As Top Killer: WHO
Tuberculosis (TB) is on the rise, with an estimated 8.2 million cases…
Innovations Shaping the Future of Kidney Care
The kidneys play a crucial role in maintaining health by eliminating waste…
Number of patients on trolleys over bank holiday weekend down by one third
Despite a four percent increase in attendances, the number of patients waiting…
enVista Envy IOL provides full range of vision, diminished night vision glare
Dr. Mitchell C. Shultz presented data from a clinical trial on Bausch…
Hospital, insurance execs donate to Democrats, not Harris or Trump
Most CEOs of major health systems and insurers are not donating money…
The US overdose crisis: the next administration needs to move beyond criminalisation to a comprehensive public health approach
Magdalena Cerdá and Noa Krawczyk from NYU Grossman School of Medicine emphasize…
Can a mammogram identify heart disease risk?
Some radiology practices now offer the option to analyze mammograms for heart…
Researchers aim to transform treatment for sleep disorders in military personnel
Military personnel often struggle with sleep disorders, with traditional solutions like medications…
Virtual Yoga Eases Chronic Low Back Pain
A study conducted among health system employees with chronic low back pain…
Texas Doctors Forced a Miscarrying Woman to Wait Nearly 2 Days Before Receiving Treatment. She Died of a Preventable Infection
A woman in Texas died from a preventable infection after being forced…
Novo Nordisk GLP-1 Drug Meets Goals of MASH Trial, Setting Stage for FDA & EMA Filings
Novo Nordisk's obesity drug Wegovy has shown promising results in treating metabolic…
New funding to review possible expansion of newborn screening services
The Government has announced funding for the potential expansion of newborn screening…
Do wearable sleep trackers work? Top Picks
Fitbit uses machine learning algorithms to track personalized sleep information and new…
OrthoIndy, Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center announce plans to align practices
OrthoIndy and Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center have announced plans to align…
STAT readers on long Covid, biomedical innovation, and mental health
First Opinion is STAT’s platform for articles about the life sciences written…
David Paul Brandes Goldberg: social psychiatrist who highlighted the role of GPs in mental health treatment
David Goldberg, a young psychiatrist, had two revelations that shaped his career.…
Daylight saving time ends Sunday. Time to ‘fall back’ an hour
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, giving people an extra hour of…
Quitting smoking after cancer diagnosis can add years to patient lives
Quitting smoking within six months of a cancer diagnosis can increase a…
Gardasil 9 at 10 Years: A Brief History
Vaccination against human papilloma virus (HPV) has proven effective in preventing diseases…
Best Electric Toothbrushes for Superior Cleaning and Personalized Dental Care
Investing in a high-quality electric toothbrush can significantly enhance oral hygiene routines.…
GoodRx Expands Women’s Health Options with New Birth Control and Menopause Offerings
GoodRx, a prescription savings platform, launched its new e-commerce solution with over-the-counter…
UCD Centre for One Health designated as WHO Collaborating Centre
The UCD Centre for One Health has become the first WHO Collaborating…
Medical Education Innovation: Bridging Generational Gaps in Healthcare Training
Medical education is evolving rapidly, incorporating digital tools and interactive platforms to…
3-year medical school achieves competency ‘without compromising on the quality’
An analysis of an accelerated 3-year MD program at NYU Grossman School…
Why pulse oximeters are still inaccurate on darker skin tones
In 2022, Noha Aboelata filed a lawsuit against pulse oximeter manufacturers for…