SURGLASSES, a Taiwan-based medtech company, has implemented its augmented reality-based surgical navigation system in Thailand at two hospitals. The Caduceus S system is used for spine surgery, providing 3D visualization of internal anatomical structures. Approved in Taiwan, the United States, and Thailand, the system aids surgeons in performing procedures. JelloX Biotech, another Taiwanese company, is…
Bob Herman , 2025-05-08 16:40:00 Bob Herman covers health insurance, government programs, hospitals, physicians, and other providers — reporting on how money influences those businesses and shapes what we all pay for care. He is also the author of the Health Care Inc. newsletter. You can reach Bob on Signal at bobjherman.09. As Republicans in…
The Asia-Pacific region is seeing increased investment in generative AI technology, with over six in 10 APAC leaders planning to invest in genAI in the next three years. Leaders are concerned about data bias in AI applications affecting health outcomes and are looking to make AI more transparent, ensure diversity in data use, provide continuous…
A retrospective cohort study of 2,459 adults with systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs) found that there was a significant decrease in the risk of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) among patients with rheumatic diseases. Risk factors for PASC were similar to those of the general population, with patients with lupus showing more cardiovascular, dermatologic, and…
Magellan Diagnostics has settled criminal charges for concealing a malfunction in lead poisoning tests, resulting in inaccurately low results. The company will pay $42 million in penalties. The faulty devices were used from 2013 to 2017 and a recall was issued as late as 2021. Lead exposure can have serious consequences, especially in children. Children…
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The opioid crisis has claimed over 112,000 lives in 2023, surpassing deaths from car accidents and gun violence combined. The epidemic has cost $1.5 trillion and is contributing to a decline in national life expectancy. Disparities in OUD treatment exist based on race and location, with White patients receiving more medication than Black patients. Urban…
Leaders from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) are collaborating with healthcare professionals in Vietnam to improve cancer care standards across the country. NCCN Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Crystal S. Denlinger, is presenting on the development and implementation of NCCN resources in Vietnam. The collaboration aims to develop NCCN Harmonized Guidelines specific to Vietnam, starting…
The outgoing Medicaid chief under the Biden administration criticized Republican ideas to overhaul Medicaid, calling them “just plain bad policy” that will harm low-income enrollees in the program. To read the full story, visit STAT+. Source link
A study published in Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics found that adults with central vision loss exhibit reduced face recognition accuracy, especially under low luminance conditions. The study compared individuals with central vision loss, peripheral vision loss, and controls in facial recognition tasks. Results showed a significant decrease in facial identity discrimination and facial expression recognition…
Lenovo is partnering with Rendever to introduce VR technology into Carolina Caring’s hospice care services, focusing on elderly patients. Rendever’s platform facilitates group VR sessions to reduce social isolation. Fundamental VR is incorporating AI into its surgical training platform to provide predictive insights and enhance surgical skills. HouseCall VR is collaborating with the University of…
Los titulares explotaron después que el Departamento de Agricultura confirmara que el virus de la gripe aviar H5N1 ha infectado a vacas lecheras en todo el país. Las pruebas han detectado el virus en el ganado en nueve estados, principalmente en Texas y Nuevo México, y más recientemente en Colorado, dijo Nirav Shah, director principal…
Tom Nolan, clinical editor, reviews this week’s research on various medical topics. One study explored the risk of hypocalcaemia associated with denosumab injections for osteoporosis, particularly in patients with chronic kidney disease. Another study looked at the effectiveness of tirzepatide, a GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide agonist, in treating heart failure with preserved ejection fraction….
New enrollments in the Affordable Care Act are expected to fall short of last year’s record numbers by as much as a million, as the Biden administration faces challenges in the program. The upcoming Trump administration brings uncertainty to the future of the health law. The Biden administration has implemented policies to reduce fraudulent enrollments…
Chronic kidney disease is a condition that can lead to serious health problems, and the Black community faces a higher risk due to genetics, hypertension, diabetes, and socioeconomic factors. Dr. Ivan Porter II, a Mayo Clinic nephrologist, explains that these factors create a cycle that increases the risk of chronic kidney disease. Awareness, controlling blood…
In this article, the importance of having a positive mindset towards sleep is emphasized. Many times, negative thoughts and anxiety can lead to poor sleeping habits and insomnia. Changing the way you think about sleep can make a big difference in your ability to rest well. It’s important to not let one bad night impact…
A survey of recent GP graduates in Ireland found that 96 percent stayed in the country to work as a GP, with 78.4 percent planning to stay long term. Only three percent planned to move abroad. The Irish College of General Practitioners (ICGP) reported a growing demand for GPs, improved financial opportunities, and various career…
Lawmakers and regulators in Washington are considering how to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) in health care, but industry experts believe there is a risk of overregulation. The impact of AI on health care is significant, with the FDA approving over 692 AI products. Government policymakers are already behind and struggling to keep up. There is…
Lung cancer screening using low-dose chest computed tomography (CT) can detect coronary artery calcium, a risk factor for coronary artery disease (CAD), in patients without cardiac symptoms. A study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found that 83% of patients screened for lung cancer also had coronary artery calcium, with high levels in 30% of…
Foodsmart, a telenutrition and food benefits management platform, received a $200 million investment from The Rise Fund to address food insecurity, which affected 12.8% of U.S. households in 2022. The platform, founded in 2010, connects patients with chronic diseases to registered dietitians, meal planning, food ordering, and SNAP benefits. The investment will help Foodsmart scale…
Fractional flow reserve (FFR)-guided percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for non-infarct-related arteries (IRAs) in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and multivessel disease was found to be more cost-effective and improved quality of life compared to angiography-guided PCI. A prespecified analysis of the FRAME-AMI trial showed that FFR-guided PCI increased quality-adjusted life years by 0.06 and…
Sapio ELN release 24.5 features multiple improvements, including enhanced CRISPR design with multiple sequence alignment and integration with small molecule research. Image Credit: Nuttapong Punna/Shutterstock.com BALTIMORE, MD, May 7, 2024 — Sapio Sciences, the science-awareTM lab informatics platform, today announced Sapio ELNSM release 24.5. The latest release of its electronic laboratory notebook software includes an advanced…
A study published in The BMJ found that sales of emergency contraception in the US rise by around 10% in the week after the New Year holiday. Other holidays such as Valentine’s Day and Independence Day were also associated with increased sales, though to a lesser extent. The increased sales are indicative of unmet contraceptive…
, 2025-04-18 15:20:00 A TikTok video featuring a ChatGPT response has gone viral after it declared President Donald Trump‘s reported physical results “virtually impossible,” and compared them to those of elite-level bodybuilders. In a viral TikTok video posted by @coughbuddy, ChatGPT is shown analyzing Trump’s alleged physical stats—specifically, a 215-pound weight at 6’3″—and responding that…
Researchers at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences in Ireland found that secondary-school aged adolescents in Ireland reported more mental health problems in 2021, including an increase in suicide attempts, compared to previous years. More than a quarter of adolescents described their mental health as ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’, with over a third reporting…
A study found that most dermatologists believe AI chatbots will be used in dermatology, with 76.5% of respondents agreeing. Concerns about misinformation and incorrect diagnoses were raised, but benefits such as administrative help were also acknowledged. Despite only 71.9% of physicians reporting using AI chatbots in practice, 76.5% believed it is somewhat or very likely…
Telehealth usage for addiction treatment increased among insured adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic, with federal regulations allowing for more flexibility in treating substance use disorders. Telemedicine led to greater access to care and potentially reduced substance use. However, racial and ethnic disparities in treatment persist, with Latino/Hispanic adolescents having lower initiation rates and Black adolescents…
A recent observational study found a potential link between Novo Nordisk’s GLP-1 drugs Ozempic and Wegovy and an eye condition called NAION, which can cause vision loss. The study reported a 4.28 times greater risk of developing NAION in patients prescribed semaglutide, the ingredient in both drugs. In other news, a Connecticut federal judge upheld…
What does it take to help a parent avoid and manage burnout? Experts at Ohio State University came together to design a study on triggers of parental burnout and reported the results of their survey in a report published online. They offer methods and solutions that could help connect struggling parents and outline ways to…
Inspections of six inpatient mental health centers revealed concerns regarding risk management, staffing, and restrictive practices. The Mental Health Commission found six critical and 29 high-risk non-compliances across various rules and regulations. Common themes of concern included failings in risk management procedures, staffing, and restrictive practices. The reports highlighted issues with seclusion, physical restraint, and…
In assisted reproductive technology, the timing of embryo transfer after oocyte retrieval and in vitro fertilisation is crucial. While traditionally embryos have been transferred at the cleavage stage, transferring them at the blastocyst stage is becoming more common. A study by Cornelisse and colleagues compared outcomes of embryo transfers on day 3 or day 5,…
Detect-Ion has secured a research contract with the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) to develop a sensor to identify aerosol-based chemical threats. The company will develop a compact sensor platform called Spectral using AI to detect and identify aerosolized chemical threats, with the goal of making critical decision-making easier and faster. Rapid detection of…
Study Protocol. At 8 PM, participants encoded images from the EPT, emotional picture task, followed by an immediate test. Next, participants slept either at home or in the lab depending on their method of testing being remote or in-person, respectively. Upon awaking, participants reported the presence and description of their dreams and completed a delayed…
, 2025-04-16 18:09:00 Individuals with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease show altered blood levels indicating damaged neuronal contacts as early as 11 years before the expected onset of dementia symptoms. This is evident in the levels of the protein “beta-synuclein”. An international team, including researchers from DZNE, Ulm University Hospital and University Medicine Halle…
Siteman Cancer Center is among the first to offer a newly approved cell-based immunotherapy targeting melanoma, approved by the FDA. Washington University physicians at the center will administer TIL therapy to treat certain patients with metastatic melanoma that has not responded to other treatments. This therapy, developed by Iovance Therapeutics, uses the patient’s own T…
Seoul-based medical equipment maker Samsung Medison has recently agreed to fully purchase Sonio, a foetal ultrasound AI company in France, for 126 billion won ($92 million). The four-year-old French startup has been developing IT solutions for obstetrics and gynaecology ultrasound, assisting medical professionals in documenting and evaluating ultrasound examinations. Last year, it obtained the United States…
, 2025-04-17 03:20:00 While often praised for its nutritional benefits, brown rice may pose hidden risks for children under five, with some exceeding international safety thresholds for arsenic exposure. Study: Arsenic content and exposure in brown rice compared to white rice in the United States. Image Credit: Bowonpat Sakaew / Shutterstock In a recent study published in…
, 2025-04-25 11:50:00 Balanced goal- and space-referenced spatial coding in a familiar environment. Credit: Qian, Li & Magee. (Nature Neuroscience, 2025). The mammalian brain is known to produce mental representations of the spatial environment, known as cognitive maps, that help humans and animals navigate their surroundings. A subpopulation of neurons in the CA1 area of…
Social frailty is associated with an increased risk for incident motoric cognitive risk syndrome (MCR) in older adults. A study published in Alzheimer’s and Dementia found that social frailty, defined by factors such as going out less and not feeling confident, independently raised the risk of MCR. The researchers used the Makizako Social Frailty Index…
For patients with metastatic non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), subcutaneous (SC) administration of pembrolizumab works just as well as standard intravenous (IV) administration, phase 3 data indicated. Importantly, SC pembrolizumab saves time “potentially streamlining treatment center workflows and lowering healthcare resource utilization,” said Enriqueta Felip, MD, PhD, in a presentation at the European Lung Cancer…
, 2025-05-05 04:10:00 Credit: Pixabay from Pexels New research in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found an increase in asthma-related emergency department (ED) visits across Ontario following heavy smoke in early June 2023. Canada experienced the most destructive wildfire season to date in 2023, with difficult-to-control fires across the country, including 29 mega-fires. One fire…
Noam N. Levey JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — Heather Crivilare was a month from her due date when she was rushed to an operating room for an emergency cesarean section. The first-time mother, a high school teacher in rural Illinois, had developed high blood pressure, a sometimes life-threatening condition in pregnancy that prompted doctors to hospitalize her….
On World Health Day 2024, the National Medical Commission (NMC) introduced the ‘My Health, My Rights’ Initiative aimed at empowering healthcare professionals. This initiative emphasizes the rights of healthcare workers to access quality healthcare services and promotes a healthy work environment. Through this initiative, NMC seeks to address issues such as burnout, mental health, and…
Disparities in healthcare with diversity and inclusion persist, as seen in imbalances among healthcare practitioners and clinical trial participants. Lack of diversity affects trial outcomes and patient care and does not accurately represent diverse populations. Understanding social determinants of health and addressing factors like socioeconomic status and access to care can mitigate disparities. Lack of…
, 2025-04-28 16:00:00 Credit: CC0 Public Domain A study involving researchers from Karolinska Institutet indicates that prostate cancer can be diagnosed at an early stage through a simple urine sample. With the aid of AI and extensive analyses of gene activity in tumors, they have identified new biomarkers of high diagnostic precision. The results are…
Nearly a dozen babies in Spain have been diagnosed with Hypertrichosis, also known as “Werewolf Syndrome,” which causes excessive hair growth on the body. The condition is believed to have been triggered by the use of a hair loss medication by the parents. The babies may have been exposed to the drug through direct skin…
A newly published study in Nature has found that the molecule Nav1.7 plays a crucial role in osteoarthritis (OA) by regulating chondrocyte metabolism and causing pain in the condition. Mice with reduced Nav1.7 expression showed a decrease in pain associated with OA, but the disease itself progressed. On the other hand, the inhibition of Nav1.7…
Health data platform Arcadia recently acquired CareJourney, a health analytics firm focusing on value-based care contracts. This acquisition allows Arcadia to provide a more comprehensive suite of value-based care technology by combining data platforms, analytics, and workflow tools. CareJourney’s dataset includes data across various healthcare plans and providers, giving Arcadia access to valuable insights. The…
, 2025-05-21 14:33:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Too many children around the world are still malnourished and too few countries are on track to address the problem that has a life-long impact on a person. Public health experts from the University of Adelaide have evaluated the impact of food interventions for infants and children in…
, 2025-04-26 03:04:00 Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease that destroys the nerves necessary for movement. About 30,000 people in the United States are affected, and doctors still don’t know what causes it. To lay the groundwork for better tests, Thomas Jefferson University researchers Phillipe Loher, Eric Londin, PhD, and Isidore Rigoutsos, PhD are…