Daewoong Pharmaceutical digested 800 million compounds to facilitate AI drug discovery
Daewoong Pharmaceutical has launched an AI-driven drug development system called DAVID, consisting of an 800 million-compound database for discovering new drugs. The system includes AIVS for uncovering active substances and…
California Gov. Newsom Wants Voters to Approve Billions More to Help the Homeless. Will It Help?
California Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing Proposition 1, a $6.4 billion bond that aims to address the state's homelessness crisis. The proposition would fund new housing units and treatment beds…
Lower insulin resistance linked to better CGM metrics for adults with type 1 diabetes
A study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found that adults with type 1 diabetes who have higher insulin sensitivity, as measured by estimated glucose disposal rate…
With competition flaring, obesity drug hits goal in liver disease study
Survodutide, a drug developed by Boehringer Ingelheim and Zealand Pharma, showed success in treating a serious liver condition called MASH in a Phase 2 study. The drug resulted in significant…
Summary of WHO infection prevention and control guideline for Ebola and Marburg disease: a call for evidence based practice
The World Health Organization (WHO) published new infection prevention and control (IPC) guidelines for Ebola and Marburg disease in August 2023, replacing previous guidelines issued in 2014 and 2016. The…
Investigators describe changes to pancreatic β cells at onset of type 1 diabetes
A study published in Nature Cell Biology explores the role of β-cells in the onset of type 1 diabetes (T1D), shedding light on the mechanisms involved. Researchers have identified a…
Study shines light on the well-being challenges faced by women in healthcare
The study "The Well-Being of Women in Healthcare Professions: A Comprehensive Review" explores factors affecting the well-being of female healthcare professionals. It highlights the importance of addressing work-related stressors and…
Adjusting to Life With It
Idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) is a sleep disorder with no cure, causing excessive sleepiness. It can affect daily life and work or school performance. Treatment options may include medication, therapy, and…
Fractional Flow Reserve-Guided PCI Cost-Effective
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…
Know All About Highly Contagious Stomach Bug
Norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug causing diarrhea and vomiting, is spreading across many U.S. states, particularly in the Northeast. Outbreaks are common in late fall, winter, and early spring,…
Maternal Prescription Opioid Use linked to Spontaneous Preterm Birth: JAMA
A study published in JAMA found a link between maternal prescription opioid use and spontaneous preterm birth. The researchers suggest that pregnant women who use prescription opioids may have an…
The Healthcare AI Question No One Wants to Answer
AI is a hot topic in healthcare conferences as a potential solution to the clinician shortage. However, the reliance on AI tools with clinicians in the loop may not truly…
New Centre for One Health to address global challenges
The UCD Centre for One Health in Ireland aims to promote the interconnectedness of human, animal, and planetary health through research, education, and collaboration. The centre, led by Prof Tony…
Improving Black Representation in Oncology: ‘Be the Change’
Black people are underrepresented in the oncology workforce in the US, with only 3% of oncologists being African American despite the population being 14% Black. This lack of representation is…
Industry-first quality solution for scaling genAI adoption
India-based healthcare technology provider CitiusTech has launched an AI solution focused on ensuring quality and trust in genAI applications in healthcare. The software offers automated validation and monitoring of over…
Health Care Workers Push for Their Own Confidential Mental Health Treatment
States are redefining when medical professionals can seek mental health treatment without risking notification to licensing boards. Health care workers often delay seeking help, impacting their work and patient care.…
Nasal key driver genes linked to ozone, fine particulate matter exposure in asthma
Researchers found key driver genes linked to ozone and fine particulate matter exposure in patients with asthma. Six genes were identified for ozone exposure and three for fine particulate matter…
Cyberattack on UnitedHealth subsidiary cripples pharmacies, hospitals
Hospitals, pharmacies, and health care providers are facing delays in insurance processing due to a cyberattack on UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare subsidiary. The attack, believed to be orchestrated by a nation-state,…
Kenneth McLean
Kenneth McLean, a former captain in the Royal Army Medical Corps, met his future wife Nancy in freshers' week and went on to become a GP in Dalkeith. He was…
Drug limits dangerous reactions to allergy-triggering foods, pediatric study finds
A new study led by scientists at the Stanford School of Medicine found that a drug called omalizumab can prevent dangerous allergic responses in children with food allergies, even to…
Novel technique could transform the treatment landscape for brain disorders
Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science have developed a new non-invasive brain stimulation method called Patterned Low-Intensity Low-Frequency Ultrasound (LILFUS) that can induce long-lasting changes in brain function. This…
Hospitals Turn to Farm-Fresh Food for Better Health
Some U.S. hospitals are partnering with local farms to provide healthier, tastier food to patients by using fresh, locally sourced produce. These collaborations not only result in better meals for…
Outcomes Remain Stable up to 3 Years
Long-term data on the use of risankizumab in moderate to severe Crohn's disease show stable rates of clinical remission and endoscopic response for up to 3 years, according to the…
Expert Urges Care For Baby Teeth For Lifelong Wellness
Maintaining proper oral hygiene for children is crucial for their overall health and well-being. Baby teeth play a vital role in the development of permanent teeth, speech, and self-confidence. Dental…
BC RRM-F Promising Alternative to Gold Standard MTA for primary molar pulpotomy, reveals Pediatric Dentistry Study
A study in Pediatric Dentistry found that BC RRM-F is a promising alternative to the gold standard MTA for primary molar pulpotomy. This material could potentially offer comparable results to…
Dentistry’s Technological Revolution Is Transforming Patient Trust
Dentistry has been slow to adopt innovative technology, impacting patient trust. However, the industry has caught up in recent years, using technology to increase patient trust in diagnoses and overall…
Digital health strategy to be published by end of March
The Government's digital health strategy, delayed but finally set for release in early 2024, aims to address Ireland's outdated health information systems. Calls for a new independent digital health agency…
Women in Cardiology: Exploring Challenges and Pathways to Empowerment
February is American Heart Month, with a focus on cardiovascular health. National Women Physicians Day on February 3 honors women in medicine. Female cardiologists face challenges like pay disparity and…
New medical AI launches, from India to Korea
Indian medical imaging AI company InMed AI has launched a new AI-powered tool, Neuroshield CT TBI, for screening traumatic brain injuries. This tool can detect intracranial haemorrhage, fractures, and midline…
Pregnancy Care Was Always Lacking in Jails. It Could Get Worse.
In June 2022, Angela Collier, who was 13 weeks pregnant and experiencing complications, was arrested instead of receiving medical care due to outstanding warrants. Her experience sheds light on the…
PCPs, allergy specialists continue to experience high EHR burdens
Primary care providers spend more time on electronic health record documentation compared to allergy and immunology providers before and after the pandemic. Despite the implementation of telemedicine, the number of…
Amgen drug Enbrel will see price limit in Colorado
Colorado has taken the lead in controlling prescription drug costs by setting a payment limit for the arthritis drug Enbrel, which costs insurers an average of $46,772 per patient per…
Nancy Patricia McLean
Nancy Patricia Cruikshank met her husband, Ken McLean, in university and struggled with tuberculosis, losing a year of study. Her father, Robert, was a bacteriology professor who encouraged her to…
Research examines 700 plant-based foods to see how healthy they really are
A recent study investigated the nutritional content of more than 700 plant-based foods available in Australian supermarkets, including burgers, sausages, mince, milk, cheese, yogurt, legumes, and tofu. The study found…
Newborn T cells found to excel in immune defense
New research from Cornell University challenges the belief that a newborn's immune system is just an immature version of an adult's. The study shows that newborn T cells actually outperform…
How to Build a Support Network for Schizophrenia Care
Caregivers of individuals with schizophrenia face heavy demands on their well-being, personal life, and finances. Education about schizophrenia and caregiving is crucial for caregivers to better understand the condition and…
Judge Won’t Overturn Invalidated USMLE Scores
A federal judge has rejected a plea to restore the scores of 832 medical graduates from Nepal suspected of cheating on the US Medical Licensing Exam. The judge cited public…
Air Pollution Linked To Higher Rate Of Cardiovascular Hospitalizations In Older Adults: Study
Prolonged exposure to fine particulate air pollutants (PM2.5) is linked to an increased risk of hospitalization for cardiovascular diseases in older adults. A study led by Harvard researchers found that…
AIIMS Announces Schedule of PG Professional Exams for MD, MS, MDS, Fellowship Programs, details
AIIMS has announced the schedule of PG professional exams for MD, MS, MDS, and Fellowship programs. The details of the exam dates and application process have been released. It is…
GSK and Vir Terminate Influenza Alliance a Year After Ending Covid-19 R&D Pact
GSK and Vir Biotechnology's influenza research collaboration, established three years ago, has come to an end following the termination of their partnership. This decision was made after the Phase 2…
Blood vessel ‘leakiness’ found in long Covid patients with brain fog
New research led by scientists from Trinity College Dublin and Science Foundation Ireland's FutureNeuro center has found a link between brain fog in long Covid patients and the disruption of…
Lower Plasma Ferritin and Higher Heart Failure Risk in Older Adults
Lower plasma ferritin levels are linked to higher left ventricular filling pressure and increased risk for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction in older adults without anemia or prevalent heart…
Contributed: Blockchain in healthcare and enhancing security and transparency
Blockchain technology in healthcare is transforming data security, patient privacy, and supply chain management. It offers decentralized and tamper-evident solutions to protect patient data securely. Patients have control over who…
Florida Defies CDC in Measles Outbreak, Telling Parents It’s Fine to Send Unvaccinated Kids to School
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo sent a letter allowing unvaccinated children to attend school during a measles outbreak, contradicting CDC advice. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe…
Study uncovers previously unconsidered variables correlated with food allergy
The study presented at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual meeting revealed new risk factors for food allergy in children. Factors such as gastroesophageal reflux, antacid drug…
STAT readers on older presidents, polypills, Medicare, and more
STAT publishes selected Letters to the Editor in response to First Opinion essays to foster discussion on challenging issues. Contributors reflect on aging and cognition, the benefits of a polypill…
Gaza: “No health system left,” says MSF
Médecins Sans Frontières informed the UN Security Council that the healthcare system in Gaza is no longer functioning due to the destruction of hospitals by Israel's military. MSF's secretary general…
New cell-based immunotherapy offered for melanoma
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…
Identifying antiviral protein IFN-γ as a potential biomarker for Long COVID
SARS-CoV-2 triggers the production of the antiviral protein IFN-γ associated with fatigue, muscle ache, and depression in Long COVID patients. Research by the University of Cambridge identifies IFN-γ as a…
CDC Could Cut COVID Isolation Time: What It Could Mean
The CDC plans to reduce COVID-19 isolation recommendations from 5 days to just 24 hours starting in April. Some experts are concerned this change may lead people to take isolation…