Yemen conflict “spells disaster for civilians,” say aid agencies
The recent escalation of conflict in Yemen is predicted to worsen the already dire humanitarian crisis in the country and may result in aid groups ending their operations there. The…
Researching a new treatment option for severe blood disorders of the bone marrow
A clinical trial led by Professor Uwe Platzbecker from the University of Leipzig Medical Center tested a new treatment combination for higher-risk myelodysplastic neoplasms (MDS). Symptoms of MDS include rapid…
Industrial vegetable oils show dangerous levels of toxic elements, surpassing traditional oils
Researchers analyzed samples of edible vegetable oils to determine if they contained potentially toxic elements. The study aimed to evaluate the health risks associated with consuming these oils in Hamadan,…
Diabetes-Friendly Meal Delivery Plans
For individuals with diabetes, choosing meals can be challenging due to nutritional concerns. A diabetes meal delivery plan can offer convenience and cost savings compared to eating out. It can…
Severe Hypocalcemia Risk in Dialysis Patients With Denosumab
A study published in JAMA found that using the osteoporosis drug denosumab (Prolia) in dialysis patients significantly increases the risk of life-threatening hypocalcemia compared to other treatments. The FDA is…
Secret To Healthy Aging? Study Identifies Foods That Reduce Risk Of Chronic Illnesses In Women
A recent study conducted by researchers at Tufts University found that women who incorporated more plant-based protein into their diets had a reduced risk of developing chronic diseases as they…
Union Health Minister, Gujarat CM lay foundation stone of cancer hospital in Rajkot
The Union Health Minister and the Chief Minister of Gujarat have laid the foundation stone for a new cancer hospital in Rajkot. This hospital will aim to provide advanced and…
What Are the Challenges in Moving Along Value-Based Care in Rural Communities?
Value-based care aims to reduce costs and improve outcomes in healthcare, but rural providers have been slower to adopt it due to challenges in staying viable and taking on risk.…
Consultant Physician Endocrinology & Diabetes
Location: Altnagelvin Area Hospital in Londonderry is seeking a Consultant Physician in Endocrinology & Diabetes, offering a salary of £88,799 - £119,723 per annum. The closing date for applications is…
Cannabis Use During Pregnancy Linked to Adverse Outcomes
Maternal cannabis use during pregnancy has been found to be associated with adverse outcomes related to placental dysfunction, according to a study published in JAMA. The study included 9,257 participants…
In This Oklahoma Town, Most Everyone Knows Someone Who’s Been Sued by the Hospital
Deborah Hackler, a lawyer who represents the hospital, McAlester Regional Medical Center, in small-claims court, frequently secures judgments for unpaid bills from patients. The hospital has filed close to 5,000…
Eyhance monofocal IOL offers ‘great’ distance vision, usable intermediate vision
Dr. Sumit "Sam" Garg discusses the Tecnis Eyhance monofocal IOL from Johnson & Johnson Vision and its benefits for cataract surgery in a video perspective from Hawaiian Eye 2024. He…
Bernie Sanders targets pharma CEOs; and Pfizer insider trading
U.S. Senate health committee chair Bernie Sanders subpoenaed or this, this, this, and this. Only Bristol Myers Squibb, CEO Chris Boerner, agreed to testify at a Jan. 25 hearing. Sanders…
Maternity services at South Tees hospitals must improve, says regulator
The CQC has called for improvements to maternity services at South Tees NHS Foundation Trust due to serious staff shortages causing the closure of the midwifery-led birthing unit at Friarage…
New criteria for sepsis in children based on organ dysfunction
Clinician-scientists from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago were part of a diverse group tasked with developing new data-based criteria for pediatric sepsis by the Society of…
COST Action bridges the gap in cancer immunotherapy research
Cancer is still a leading cause of death globally, with an estimated 20 million new cases and 10 million deaths each year. Immunotherapy has shown promise in treating previously untreatable…
What I Wish I’d Known
Kim Lewis, a single mom who was initially too busy to prioritize her own health, learned the hard way about the importance of being proactive with her health. Diagnosed with…
Ketamine vs Esketamine: Critical Differences Explained
Media reports have been promoting ketamine as a fast and effective treatment for depression, partially due to the FDA's approval of its cousin, esketamine. However, there are key differences between…
5 Best Organic Castor Oils Of 2024: Nourish, Strengthen And Shine
Castor oil has become popular in skincare and haircare routines due to its high concentration of essential fatty acids. It has a variety of uses, including moisturizing skin, hair growth,…
Patients of early onset Sjogren’s syndrome may present with features of no or low dryness of mouth
Patients with early onset Sjogren's syndrome may not have significant dryness of the mouth. It is important to note that we use cookies for various purposes on our site, including…
Amgen Osteoporosis Drug Prolia Is Hit With FDA’s Strictest Warning
FDA issued new black box warning for Amgen's osteoporosis drug Prolia due to risk of severe hypocalcemia, especially in patients with advanced kidney disease. This warning comes after studies showed…
Organ transplant rates exceeded pre-Covid levels
In 2023, the selflessness of 95 deceased and 30 living donors and their families led to 282 organ transplants in Ireland. This marked an increase from the previous year, surpassing…
Speech-Generating Devices for Communication Skills in Autism
A study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders found that tablet-based speech-generating devices (SGDs) are highly effective in improving communication skills in individuals with autism spectrum disorder…
Insurance Doesn’t Always Cover Hearing Aids for Kids
Joyce Shen's firstborn, Emory, was diagnosed with profound sensorineural hearing loss in both ears as an infant. They faced a difficult situation as their insurance did not cover the cost…
OrthoPediatrics acquires Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics
OrthoPediatrics has acquired Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics, including their bracing, orthotic, and prosthetic technology. The acquisition closed on January 5, with OrthoPediatrics paying $22 million upfront. The company closed $80…
Elizabeth Holmes banned from government health programs
Former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes has been banned from federal health programs for nine decades. She was sentenced to 11 years in prison after it was found that her blood-testing…
Chris Bulstrode: volunteered for the army as a trauma surgeon in his 50s
Chris Bulstrode, a 56-year-old professor of orthopaedic surgery, left his position at the University of Oxford in 2008 to join the army as an officer trainee at Sandhurst Royal Military…
How to stay healthy during cold, flu and COVID-19 season
As of 2022, January remains the worst month for respiratory illnesses, and hospital admissions have increased due to COVID-19 and other viruses. With vaccination rates low, it's important to prioritize…
Using AI to break the opioid addiction cycle
Ben Brown, research assistant professor of chemistry, is working on developing nonaddictive opioid alternatives by understanding how molecules interact with proteins in the body. He was awarded a $1.5 million…
The Good Bugs
Little Miss Muffet eating curds and whey may have been doing more than filling her tummy, as evidence suggests that the bacteria in yogurt, known as probiotics, can prevent and…
Multivitamins and Cognition: New Data From COSMOS
New data from the COSMOS study suggests that a daily multivitamin may help protect the aging brain, especially memory and cognitive function. However, the evidence is met with skepticism as…
5 Best Antifungal Body Wash For 2024: Experience Healthy, Happy Skin
Top 5 Antifungal Body Washes: RoyceDerm, Truremedy, Mosaic, Botanic Hearth, Being Naturals. They all have tea tree oil and other natural ingredients to fight fungal infections, soothe skin, and provide…
P D Hinduja Hospital launches advanced CAR-T Cell Therapy
P D Hinduja Hospital has introduced advanced CAR-T Cell Therapy for cancer treatment. This therapy involves modifying a patient's own immune cells to target and destroy cancer cells. The hospital…
Overcoming Barriers to Adherence in HIV: A Case for an Innovative Approach to Treatment
In the early 1980s, a physician at the University of California Medical Center found himself at the forefront of the emerging AIDS crisis in San Francisco. The discovery of HIV…
Amost half of GPs unhappy with GMS income tax changes
Many GPs are dissatisfied with changes to how income from treating patients with medical and GP visit cards will be taxed this year. Revenue guidance proposed that GMS income would…
Quantum Molecular Resonance Shows Promise for Treating DED
A study published in Cornea found that quantum molecular resonance, a technique using low-intensity, high-frequency electric currents to treat dry eye disease (DED), improved symptoms and some signs of the…
Forta scores $55M to scale parent-led autism therapy platform
Forta, an AI-enabled, family-powered autism therapy company, closed a $55 million Series A funding round led by Insight Partners, with participation from several high-profile investors. The company combines AI and…
Montana’s Effort to Expand Religious Exemptions to Vaccines Prompts Political Standoff
Montana lawmakers are in a standoff with the state's health department over a package of changes to child care licensing rules, including a provision to allow religious exemptions to routine…
Robotics, accommodating lens advancements on the horizon for cataract surgery
During a Healio Video Perspective from Hawaiian Eye 2024, John A. Hovanesian, MD, FACS, discusses future developments in cataract surgery. He anticipates the introduction of robotics to reduce the time,…
FDA scolds Novartis over a misleading TV ad for a breast cancer treatment
Novartis received a scolding from the FDA for airing a television ad in 2022 that made false and misleading statements about the breast cancer drug Kisqali. The FDA claimed that…
Physician associates: Doctors raise alarm over legislation to allow GMC regulation
The British Medical Association (BMA) is urging MPs to carefully consider plans to allow the General Medical Council to regulate physician associates and anaesthesia associates. Many medical organizations, including the…
Measles is most infectious disease known to science. Adults should consider getting another MMR vaccine
Measles is a highly infectious disease that has caused millions of deaths since the 20th century. Although several countries were declared measles-free, cases are resurfacing due to a declining vaccine…
Immune checkpoint inhibitor target found to promote skin cancer growth
The article discusses Programmed cell death 1 (PD-1) as a target for immune checkpoint inhibitor therapies that block its signaling to boost T-cell activity and its various functions across cell…
Self-Care With Endometriosis
The content, gathered from various medical professionals and academic publications, focuses on the impact and management of endometriosis. It covers a wide range of topics related to endometriosis, including mental…
Prices Upped for Diabetes, Obesity Drugs and Many Others
At the beginning of 2024, manufacturers of popular diabetes drugs that are also used for weight loss, including Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, raised their medication prices. The monthly price…
Researchers Say Daily Intake Could Slow Cognitive Aging By Around 2 Years
A study has suggested that daily supplementation of multivitamins may slow cognitive decline in older adults. The findings are based on a meta-analysis of three cognitive studies and a clinical…
Effect of Maternal COVID-19 Vaccination Timing in Preterm Infants and their antibody levels: JAMA
This study published in JAMA examines the effect of maternal COVID-19 vaccination timing on the antibody levels of preterm infants. The researchers found that preterm infants born to vaccinated mothers…
Counteract Primary Care Clinician Burnout Through Psychiatric Collaborative Care
According to the American Medical Association, burnout is a growing crisis for healthcare providers and patients. A Mayo Clinic study showed that 62% of physicians experienced burnout symptoms in 2021,…
GP scheme sees 700,000 scans completed
The General Practitioner Access to Community Diagnostics (GPACD) Scheme has seen a significant increase in demand, with over 700,000 radiology scans completed since its launch. The budget for the scheme…
Testosterone Treatment for Hypogonadism Does Not Lower Fracture Risk
Testosterone treatment in middle-aged and older men with hypogonadism was found to significantly increase the risk of clinical fractures, according to a recent analysis. The study, which involved over 5000…