GLP-1RAs and Pancreatic Cancer Unrelated Among Type 2 Diabetes Patients
A study published in JAMA Network Open suggested that there is no link between the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) and pancreatic cancer risk among adults with type…
General Catalyst’s HATCo plans to purchase Ohio healthcare system Summa Health
General Catalyst's HATCo plans to purchase Summa Health, a nonprofit healthcare system in Ohio, with an aim to drive long-term transformation and growth. Summa Health reported an operating loss in…
Mamografías que usan inteligencia artificial cuestan dinero extra… pero, ¿vale la pena?
El uso de inteligencia artificial (IA) para analizar mamografías es una tendencia en la práctica clínica de rutina, pero su valor y costo adicional para los pacientes no están claros.…
Clinicians must weigh risks of geographic atrophy medications
Diana V. Do, MD, discussed the balance between efficacy and risk when it comes to geographic atrophy medications at Retina 2024. She emphasized the importance of considering efficacy, safety, cost,…
Congress’ doc pay, health center talks just failed. What’s next?
Negotiations to add extra health care policies to the stopgap funding bill fell apart. The provisions included a raise in Medicare pay rates for physicians, funding for community health centers,…
Peter J Enoch
Peter J Enoch was a dedicated and highly accomplished general practitioner who worked at Littlewick Medical Centre, Ilkeston, for over three decades. He was born in 1934 in Wednesfield and…
Researchers explore the use of local vibration in plantar fasciitis treatment
A study explored the use of local vibration in combination with extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) to treat plantar fasciitis (PF), a condition characterized by severe heel pain. Researchers conducted…
Study suggests gut phages may be involved in the development of asthma
A study in Nature Medicine focused on the relationship between early-life gut virome, or viruses in the gut, and the development of childhood asthma, independent of bacteria. The gut virome,…
Fitting MS Into Your Schedule
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable neurological disease that affects each person differently. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and can include fatigue, blurry vision, muscle spasms, mood issues,…
Why Is Kidney Disease So Often Missed?
A study found that 9 in 10 adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are not aware of their diagnosis. Primary care providers should improve screening for CKD since only 40%…
For A Boost Of Confidence
Incorporating a belly tightening cream into your skincare routine can transform your appearance and boost confidence. With carefully selected ingredients, these creams address concerns like sagging, stretch marks, and cellulite,…
Researchers develop smartphone app that could help prevent falls in older adults: Study
Researchers have developed a smartphone app aimed at preventing falls in older adults. The app uses a combination of balance tests and questionnaires to assess the user's risk of falling.…
PointClickCare Acquires CPSI’s Post-Acute EHR Subsidiary
CPSI sold its subsidiary, American HealthTech, to PointClickCare Technologies. PointClickCare will now take over American HealthTech's customer base in the post-acute care market. PointClickCare aims to address operational inefficiencies in…
Time for a non-smoking generation
The author discusses the need for decisive action in Ireland to address the issues of e-cigarettes and smoking. Vaping was initially promoted as an alternative to smoking but has become…
The Secondhand Cannabis Smoke Myth
Research from the Journal of the American Medical Association found that there is a widespread myth that smoking marijuana is safer than smoking tobacco. The belief that Cannabis smoke is…
‘I’m Not Safe Here’: Schools Ignore Federal Rules on Restraint and Seclusion
A mother in North Carolina filed a complaint with the federal government in March 2022 after her second-grade son, who has autism and other conditions, repeatedly punched himself in the…
Hooked on Rheum with Frederick W. Miller, MD, PhD
Frederick W. Miller, MD, PhD, reflects on his career in medicine and rheumatology, which began with his father's diagnosis of melanoma. He pursued a combined MD-PhD program at Case Western…
Eli Lilly, Pfizer, and others want in on the online prescription market
Due to the pandemic, patients have become more comfortable with obtaining their medications online. Direct-to-consumer telehealth has made it easy to schedule virtual visits and obtain prescriptions quickly, with medications…
Consultants in HCSA reject government pay offer
Consultants in England from the Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association have turned down the government's recent pay offer, which would have resulted in a pay rise of up to 12.8%…
E-cigarettes help pregnant smokers quit without risks to pregnancy, trial finds
A study conducted by researchers at Queen Mary University of London has found that the regular use of nicotine-replacement products, such as e-cigarettes and nicotine patches, during pregnancy is not…
CGRP antagonists and dietary changes show promise for migraine treatment
Researchers reviewed recent advancements in migraine therapy, specifically the classification of the disease and clinical and diet intervention advancements aimed at significantly reducing the frequency, pain, and severity of attacks.…
Eight Examples of Why Tik Tok Is Not Great for Health Tips
TikTok health tips can be dangerous and unsupported, like using castor oil in the bellybutton or drinking "medical grade" alkaline water. Snacking on raw potatoes, ear candling, eye mucus fishing,…
FDA Recommends DEA Move Cannabis to Schedule III
Newly released documents show that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has declared cannabis to have legitimate medical use and advocates for its reclassification from Schedule I to Schedule…
5 Best Hospital Beds For Home Care In 2024: Combining Comfort And Healing
Caring for a patient at home requires a good hospital bed for comfort and efficiency. Factors to consider when choosing a bed include the patient's mobility, need to transfer to…
Breakfast skipping causally linked to weight gain and higher LDL cholesterol
A study has found a causal link between skipping breakfast and weight gain as well as higher levels of LDL cholesterol. The research suggests that skipping breakfast can lead to…
5 Ways Google Is Protecting Kids’ Mental Health on YouTube
Social media can negatively affect the mental health of children and teens. At CES 2024, Google's Megan Jones Bell discussed five ways they are protecting child mental health on YouTube.…
More than 100,000 people removed from hospital waiting lists in 2023 did not receive treatment
More than 100,000 people were removed from hospital waiting lists last year without receiving treatment, according to data analysis by the Irish Hospital Consultants Association (IHCA). The National Treatment Purchase…
Q&A: General Catalyst on AI and digital health funding in 2024
Holly Maloney, managing director at General Catalyst, emphasizes the need for digital health stakeholders to focus on improving care access, outcomes, cost, and workforce retention. She discusses the potential for…
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Kaiser Health News is a leading nonprofit newsroom focused on health and health policy. They distribute their journalism for free and without advertising through media partners of all sizes. KHN…
Many patients diagnosed with MIS-C do not fit updated definition
Researchers found that almost one in five patients diagnosed with multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) using the 2020 definition would not be diagnosed using the updated 2023 definition. The…
CRISPR-based therapy receives expanded approval for beta thalassemia
The FDA approved a CRISPR-based therapy for beta thalassemia, an inherited blood disorder. The treatment, called Casgevy and developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics, was expected to be approved…
Covid-19: Undervaccination was associated with higher risk of hospital admission or death, study finds
A study conducted in the United Kingdom revealed that over 7000 cases of hospital admission or death due to Covid-19 could have been avoided during a single wave of the…
Research demonstrates that killer T cells can support tissue regeneration
The research at the Leibniz Institute has shown that human killer T cells, as well as destroying damaged or infected cells, can support tissue regeneration via the secretion of growth…
UK-wide COVID vaccination coverage study reveals gaps and preventable hospitalizations
Study found that a significant percentage of the UK population was not vaccinated or boosted against COVID-19 by summer 2022, leading to thousands of hospitalizations and deaths that could have…
FDA Approves Pembrolizumab for Stage 3/4a Cervical Cancer
Pembrolizumab, also known as Keytruda, has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of stage 3-4a cervical cancer in combination with chemoradiation therapy. This marks the 40th indication for…
Taking Erectile Dysfunction Drugs With Common Chest Pain Medication May Lead To Early Death
A new study has found that people who use the drug phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (PDE5i) for erectile dysfunction along with nitrates, a medication for chest pain, are at higher risk of…
Use of suction drains in primary TKA associated with increased blood loss, transfusion requirements
The use of suction drains in primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is linked to higher blood loss and the need for transfusions. This finding suggests that the use of suction…
Unlocking 4 Areas of Provider Network Value in the Wake of Surprise Billing Mandates
The No Surprises Act and Consolidated Appropriations Act have led to significant operational and transparency changes for payers. Provider network operations are now under pressure due to regulations, labor challenges,…
One-in-three consultants sign up to Sláintecare contract
More than 1,500 Irish consultants, representing 35% of the consultant workforce, have signed the new public-only Sláintecare contract. This includes 306 new consultants and 1,242 who switched from previous contracts.…
What Would a Second Trump Presidency Look Like for Health Care?
Donald Trump has promised to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, even though his administration failed to pass a replacement plan in 2017. Despite never presenting his own Obamacare…
Sydnexis to debut data for progressive pediatric myopia treatment in 2024
Nick Ruth, MBA, of Sydnexis, provides an update on SYD-101, a treatment for progressive myopia in pediatric patients, at Hawaiian Eye 2024. The company plans to release data for the…
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
Share your new hires, promotions, and other changes with us and we'll help spread the news. This week, ROME Therapeutics hired Heike Keilhack as their new chief scientific officer. Prior…
We know what we need to do to improve health and reduce inequalities, now we need politicians to act
In a piece for an election year, Michael Marmot, director of the UCL Institute of Health Equity, writes about the importance of hope and taking action to create a fairer,…
Cannabis has no clear effect on treatment of opioid addiction, study finds
A new study indicates that cannabis does not have a significant effect on the treatment of opioid addiction among individuals receiving treatment for opioid use disorder. The study suggests that…
Self-Care Tips for Parents of a Child With Central Precocious Puberty
Parenting a child with any health condition is challenging, but it's important for parents to also prioritize their own well-being. Tips for taking care of yourself while caring for a…
Direct Measurement of T3 Is Likely Vital, Say Researchers
A recent study observed that variations in free T3 levels are associated with socioeconomic factors, aging, and mortality in adults with normal thyroid function. TSH and T4 are typically used…
Helping You Unveil Brighter Smiles
Navigating the world of teeth whitening kits can be overwhelming, with many options to choose from. While VieBeauti is a popular brand, there are other alternatives available. To help make…
Linaclotide Proves Effective for Pediatric Constipation
A study has shown that Linaclotide, a medication commonly used to treat constipation in adults, has been effective in treating pediatric constipation as well. The study involved over 300 children…
Genetic Medicines Biotech Dyne Pulls In $345M for Clinical Tests of Muscle Drugs
Dyne Therapeutics announced proof-of-concept clinical data for genetic medicines to treat rare muscle diseases at the start of the year. The company raised $345 million in a stock offering, with…
Professor Geraldine McCarthy
Professor Geraldine McCarthy is a Consultant Rheumatologist at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital in Dublin and Professor of Medicine at University College Dublin. She has led studies into the biological…