A livestream event at 1 p.m. ET will discuss the development and impact of precision cancer medicines over the past two decades, with a focus on new approaches. Featured speakers include experts from the American Association for Cancer Research, Sarah Cannon Research Institute, and Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University. The event will be moderated…
Amohia Boulton, research centre director at Whakauae Research for Māori Health and Development in New Zealand, discusses the negative impact of repealing smoke-free legislation on Māori health outcomes. Smoking is a major problem in New Zealand, causing 13 deaths daily, with Māori suffering disproportionately. While smoking rates have decreased, Māori adult smoking rates are still…
A study published in JAMA Network Open demonstrated improvement in maladaptive behaviors, such as irritability, in preschool children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through the use of high-protease pancreatic replacement therapy. The therapy was found to be associated with minimal side effects and led to significant decreases in symptoms of irritability, hyperactivity/noncompliance, and inappropriate speech,…
EQT X fund has entered into an agreement to acquire Zeus Company Inc from the Tourville family. Zeus is known for designing and developing fluoropolymer tubing for medical devices and has delivered innovative components for complex catheters for over 50 years. The company serves over 300 customers globally, and EQT plans to invest in additional…
The author reflects on their experience with chemotherapy, highlighting the things they wish they had known before starting treatment. They discuss the changing nature of cancer cases, the unpredictability of chemo side effects, the importance of waiting to see how one’s body reacts, and the physical and emotional challenges they faced. They emphasize the need…
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing an outbreak of Mpox, also known as monkeypox, prompting the CDC to issue a health advisory. The virus causes a rash and other symptoms such as headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, and fever. The outbreak involves a more contagious and severe strain of the virus. The…
A study conducted by Ohio State University reveals concerning eating habits of U.S. adults, with the average adult consuming a meal’s worth of snacks per day. These snacks contribute almost a quarter of daily caloric intake and one-third of added sugar. Participants in the study consumed between 400 and 500 calories a day in snacks….
A case study reports on the treatment of a woman with severe vasospastic angina using diltiazem. The patient had experienced severe chest pain and was found to have coronary artery spasm. Diltiazem, a calcium channel blocker, was administered and led to a significant reduction in symptoms and an improvement in her overall condition. The case…
The nursing and healthcare workforce is currently experiencing a mental health pandemic, with high rates of burnout, stress, anxiety, depression, and suicide. This is linked to turnover, worsening the nursing shortage, and preventable medical errors. System issues such as short staffing, long shifts, and bureaucratic tasks contribute to this crisis. Nurses in organizations with supportive…
Junior doctors in Ireland are planning to ballot for industrial action in response to an HSE recruitment freeze. Last year, 97% of doctors voted in favor of industrial action to address dangerous working conditions. The freeze will prevent the hiring of extra doctors, leading to longer shifts and increased stress. In response to the recruitment…
A study published in the International Journal of Obesity found that moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) is associated with lower levels of adiposity in children, regardless of their weight status. Researchers conducted a longitudinal analysis using data from the Transitions and Activity Changes in Kids (TRACK) study, following 5th grade students from 21 elementary…
In 2024, experts predict that AI will continue to have a significant impact on healthcare. Neil Patel of Redesign Health sees organizations developing AI strategies independent of a single platform. Doug Hirsch of GoodRx emphasizes the need for AI solutions to address fundamental healthcare challenges rather than flashy technology. Kourosh Davarpanah of Inato expects swift…
Milagro, a Peruvian immigrant in California, has had limited access to health care due to her immigration status. Newly expanded Medi-Cal coverage will soon provide her and other immigrants with better access to health care. Advocates face challenges in reaching this population and working through fears and barriers. Extensive outreach and resources are available to…
ZimVie Inc. has announced FDA clearance of its spinal fixation system and instruments for use with the spine and trauma navigation system from Brainlab. The combination of the Vital spinal fixation system and instruments from ZimVie with the spine and trauma navigation system from Brainlab offers surgeons an optimized instrument and implant for complex and…
Illumina, the leading maker of DNA sequencing machines, has announced that it will divest Grail, the developer of a multi-cancer screening test, due to objections from regulators in the U.S. and Europe following a merger in August 2021 that was deemed anti-competitive. The decision follows a court ruling and Illumina aims to finalize the deal…
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In a study from the University of Michigan Health, parents share different ways they support their kids in their goals. Among many parents’ top resolutions for the New Year are developing more patience, spending less time on phones, and better consistency with discipline and healthier family habits. The research shows that nearly three in four…
A recent study in the Netherlands evaluated the effectiveness of the XBB.1.5 COVID-19 vaccine in reducing hospitalizations and ICU admissions among previously vaccinated adults aged 60 and over from October to December 2023. The study found that the vaccine was 70.7% effective against hospitalization and 72.3% effective against ICU admission. The research had limitations, such…
Coughs are responsible for sending over 30 million people to doctor’s offices every year and are the most common medical symptom in the United States. Despite this, medication does not necessarily provide relief. Despite billions of dollars being spent on over-the-counter treatments, studies show that there is limited evidence that these products can effectively alleviate…
New research presented at the 2023 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium suggests that young women with BRCA-mutated breast cancer can become pregnant and carry a healthy baby to term without experiencing worse disease outcomes. The study included 4732 young women from across the globe who had been diagnosed with stage I-III invasive breast cancer and…
“2023 has seen the most dengue cases in recorded history, primarily in the Western Hemisphere with around five million infections and 5,500 deaths, the highest since 1980. The surge in cases is linked to rising temperatures, rapid urbanization, and climate change. Factors such as poor sanitation, inadequate health systems, and climate change have attracted more…
A study suggests that a healthful vegetarian diet may help improve insomnia. The study found that participants who followed a vegetarian diet experienced better sleep quality compared to those who consumed a non-vegetarian diet. The findings indicate the potential impact of diet on sleep patterns and overall health. This highlights the importance of considering dietary…
In this episode of MedCity FemFwd, Marielle Farina discusses the gender disparity in out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. She co-authored a report that found employed women have $15.4 billion more in healthcare costs than employed men. She explores the reasons behind this and shares insights on how employers can address and close this benefit gap. This podcast…
The Irish National Audit of Stroke (INAS) National Report 2022 found that almost one-in-four stroke patients were inadequately prescribed blood thinners, had paused their medication, or regularly forgot to take it. The report also revealed that 18% of stroke patients had atrial fibrillation before their stroke, and 10% were diagnosed after. Only 69% of patients…
An observational study in Japan found that anifrolumab, a new treatment targeting the interferon pathway, effectively improved disease activity and reduced glucocorticoid (GC) doses among patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The study included patients who failed to achieve Lupus Low Disease Activity State (LLDAS) and those who experienced minor flares after achieving LLDAS. An…
Computer scientists from Australia and Iraq have developed an AI-based diagnostic tool to detect facial palsy with 98% accuracy. The system uses a microcomputer, digital camera, and deep learning algorithm, and could help prevent misdiagnosis in up to 20% of cases. In a separate development, an app promoting ear health and mental wellbeing in Aboriginal…
Some hospitals sue patients in bulk for unpaid medical bills, even if the defendants are already facing financial hardship or bankruptcy. These lawsuits often don’t bring hospitals much money, yet they still pursue them. Dan Weissman, host of “An Arm and a Leg,” investigates this practice with The Baltimore Banner and Scripps News, speaking to…
In a Healio Video Perspective, Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, and David Evans, PhD, MBA, discuss the importance of SEO for practices and the trust that consumers have in organic listings. They explain that consumers associate rankings on Google with quality, and if a practice does not show up on the first page, nobody will see…
Every year, the health care industry is becoming more like a balloon with companies integrating various aspects of health care services. In 2023, the biggest pharmacy chain bought a primary care provider, and the biggest private insurer extended into home health care, both facing profit challenges in their core businesses. Hospitals are also expanding their…
The House of Lords report found that the lack of coordination between primary care and community services in the NHS was causing patients to be inconvenienced, endangered, and denied opportunities to improve their long-term health. The report was based on interviews with academic experts, government officials, former ministers, and representatives from healthcare, charities, and patient…
Many aspects from winter can have significant effects on our minds, bodies, and behavior and scientists find different explanations for these changes. In the winter months, sunlight decreases which affects the production of serotonin, causing increased rates of depression and lethargy. Winter may also be linked to weight gain, seasonal sex drive, and increased generosity….
A University of Queensland research project is investigating the online influences that lead young people to start vaping and aims to create social media content to help them quit the habit. Dr. Carmen Lim will lead a five-year project to analyze pro-vaping content and explore young people’s attitudes towards vaping. The project plans to conduct…
The article discusses the recent development of over-the-counter hearing aids. The new regulations allow adults with mild to moderate hearing loss to purchase hearing aids without a prescription. This is seen as a positive step in increasing access to hearing aids and reducing costs. However, there are concerns about the lack of professional guidance and…
Michael Smith struggled with obesity and food cravings for much of his life. Doctors are now beginning to consider obesity as a brain disorder, with brain-based treatments being developed to help patients. Research suggests that people with obesity may have broken circuits in their brain, leading to impaired gut-brain pathways, decreased responses after meals, and…
A study from the University of Illinois, Chicago found that women with suicidal thoughts face an increased risk of ideation or planning of suicide during the days around menstruation. The researchers tracked daily fluctuations in symptoms throughout the menstrual cycle and found that suicidal ideation was more severe and planning more likely to occur during…
The Madras High Court has ruled that a medical reimbursement claim cannot be rejected solely because the patient was treated in a non-network hospital. The court stated that the treatment decision should be based on medical grounds rather than the hospital’s network status. This decision could have implications for insurance companies and their reimbursement policies….
AI scribing tools are becoming popular in the healthcare industry, with companies like Nuance and Augmedix offering solutions to record and transcribe physician-patient encounters. A survey by Elation Health found that 67% of primary care physicians have not yet tried AI scribes but are interested in the potential benefits, such as time savings and improved…
Scabies outbreaks in Ireland have increased dramatically in 2023, with 26 outbreaks reported compared to just nine in 2022. The rise in cases reflects a trend seen across Europe, particularly among adolescents and young people. While treatments are becoming harder to access, scabies is not a notifiable disease, which means that many cases likely go…
A study found that daily tea and moderate coffee consumption can decrease mortality risk among patients with metabolic syndrome. Researchers used data from the UK Biobank to conduct a prospective cohort study to assess the relationship between coffee and tea consumption and mortality. They found a U-shaped non-linear association between coffee or tea intake and…
Jakarta-based digital clinic network, Klinik Pintar, has raised $5 million in funding to expand and introduce new products. It plans to launch a second neurology specialist clinic and expand into corporate care. The company aims to combine SaaS and physical IT models to offer a new hybrid offering. Mental health tech startup BetterSpace received $54,000…
The Senate Finance Committee plans to meet with Social Security to address overpayments. Recipients told to repay billions in overpayments. Legislation gaining support to raise asset limits for Social Security recipients for the first time in decades. Millions receive overpayment notices but many are disabled and living paycheck to paycheck. Meanwhile, congressional legislation that would…
The content discusses the key takeaways from a Healio Video Perspective on effective practice websites. The discussion is led by Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, and David Evans, PhD, MBA. They emphasize the importance of promoting vision and lifestyle improvements for patients on the practice website. The information on the website should be easily accessible, and…
In an effort to encourage good-faith discussion about difficult issues, STAT is now publishing selected letters to the editor received in response to its First Opinion essays. The topics include challenges faced by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, shortcomings of the Medicare Annual Wellness visit, funding for sobering centers for those recovering from intoxication,…
Busse, Casassus, Carrasco-Labra, Durham, Mock, Zakrzewska, and others collaborated on a clinical practice guideline for managing chronic pain related to temporomandibular disorders. The guideline was published in BMJ in 2023. It provides evidence-based recommendations for the management of this type of pain, aiming to improve patient outcomes and reduce the burden of this condition. The…
Columbia University researchers have developed a technique to enhance CAR T cell therapy in solid tumors by engineering E. coli bacteria that naturally accumulate in solid tumors. The bacteria are engineered to interact with tumor cells, deposit a synthetic antigen, and are then targeted by CAR T cells. This could expand the variety of cancers…
The study published in Cell Reports Medicine found that changes in multiple biochemical and hematological parameters occur up to eight years before the diagnosis of Crohn’s disease and up to three years before the diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. The researchers examined more than 20,000 IBD patients and 4.6 million potential controls, and identified widespread significant…
Increased sedentary time during childhood can raise cholesterol levels significantly as an adult, increasing the risk of heart problems and premature death. However, a study has found that light physical activity can reverse these risks and is more effective than moderate-to-vigorous physical activity at promoting heart health. The research was conducted using data from children…
Hearing loss can have a significant impact on a person’s mental and emotional well-being. It can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, and depression, as well as a loss of confidence and independence. Communication difficulties can strain relationships with loved ones and affect a person’s overall quality of life. It is important for individuals with…
The FDA has expanded the approval of tralokinumab-ldrm (Adbry) for treating moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in children 12-17 years old. The therapy targets the interleukin (IL)-13 cytokine, a key driver of AD symptoms. Results from the phase 3 ECZTRA 6 trial showed significantly more pediatric patients met primary and key secondary endpoints with tralokinumab-ldrm…
Long-COVID, a condition with symptoms lasting for months after SARS-CoV-2 infection, affects 10-20% of people. Researchers discovered a similar condition, “long flu,” causing long-term negative health effects in people hospitalized with seasonal influenza. A study compared the risks of death, hospital admissions, and adverse health outcomes for COVID-19 and flu patients. They found that patients…