Finerenone arrests CKD progression by effecting early reduction of albuminuria in diabetes patients
A post-hoc mediation analysis of FIGARO-DKD and FIDELIO-DKD trials showed that early albuminuria reduction with finerenne accounted for the majority of the treatment effect against chronic kidney disease progression in…
How IT Became So Integral in Healthcare in So Little Time
Healthcare IT services have evolved to go beyond tech support, with companies offering a wider scope of services and greater expertise. The need for advanced IT support has increased due…
New material speeds up bone healing
Irish-based scientists have developed a new surgical implant that could transform the treatment of complex bone infections. The material, similar to human bone, contains tiny copper nanoparticles to kill bacteria…
Transcranial Direct-Current Stimulation Effectively Reduces Fibromyalgia Pain
Active transcranial direct-current stimulation (tDCS) has been found to reduce pain intensity in patients with fibromyalgia (FM), according to a study published in BMC Neurology. Previous studies have shown that…
NIH Scientists discover biological basis for ME/CFS symptoms
A new study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science discusses the role of the protein WASF3 in preventing ME/CFS patients from generating normal amounts of cellular energy. ME/CFS…
2024 Predictions: Unveiling the future of healthcare mergers and acquisitions
Healthcare mergers and acquisitions are currently in a state of decline, reflecting in data that shows a substantial drop in dealmaking activity. However, there is increasing optimism among dealmakers that…
Journalists Delve Into Gun Violence, Medicaid’s ‘Unwinding,’ Opioid Lawsuits, and More
Kaiser Health News (KHN) is a nonprofit newsroom focused on health and health policy. They distribute their journalism for free and without advertising through media partners of all sizes. KHN…
Studies ‘urgently needed’ to understand social factors in blood cancer disparities
Research on social determinants of health for children and young adults with leukemia and lymphoma is necessary to improve care, as these factors impact outcome disparities for patients with hematological…
Experts at ASH cautiously optimistic about sickle cell gene therapies
The Food and Drug Administration approved the first gene therapies for sickle cell disease. The approval sparked discussions at the American Society of Hematology meeting, where doctors and researchers expressed…
GLP-1 receptor agonists: European drug regulator asks makers for evidence of self-harm
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is conducting a review of GLP-1 receptor agonists, including Ozempic, Saxenda, and Wegovy, used to treat type 2 diabetes and weight management, after reports of…
Phone Attachment for Pupil Measurements with Any Skin Tone
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a smartphone attachment to measure changes in pupil size, useful for neurological conditions. This helps people with darker skin tones,…
Wasabi shows memory-boosting powers in study
A Japanese study found that wasabi, specifically its active ingredient 6-MSITC, may help boost memory in healthy adults aged 60 and older. The study, published in the journal Nutrients, involved…
EULAR publishes updated recommendations for SLE management
The European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) has updated its recommendations for the management of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a disease with diverse symptoms and traditionally limited treatment options.…
Do You Have the Flu, RSV, COVID, or the Common Cold?
As winter approaches, there is concern about distinguishing between a common cold and the more serious RSV, COVID-19, and influenza. Symptoms such as runny noses, coughing, and congestion are common…
In Real World, Patients With Myeloma Have Worse Outcomes
A study found that patients with multiple myeloma had dramatically worse outcomes in real-world settings than in clinical trials. Patients in the real-world experienced worse progression-free and overall survival on…
CDC Issues Warning About New Variant As Cases Surge In 2 States
The CDC has issued a health advisory for a more serious and infectious variant of the mpox virus reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), now spreading in…
Nursing bill passed in Parliament. What all you should know
The Parliament has passed the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission (NNMC) Bill, 2023, which aims to transform the nursing education and practice landscape. The Act will replace the Indian Nursing…
Optivisol capsules – ingredients, opinions, forum, price, where to buy, lazada – Philippines
Optivisol blinking is important for eye health, as it cleans and moisturizes the eyes. People with poor eyesight often stare at screens and strain their eyes, leading to dryness and…
84 People Now Sickened in E. Coli Outbreak Tied to Wendy’s Restaurant Lettuce
84 people across four states have been made ill by E. coli from contaminated lettuce used at Wendy's restaurants. In total, 38 people have been hospitalized but no deaths have…
New MS Treatment Shows Promise in Trial
An experimental antibody therapy called ublituximab has been found to reduce symptom flare-ups in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients by preventing relapses and areas of inflammatory damage in the brain. If…
Health Bulletin 09/December/2023
NMC relief for overseas medical students in the Philippines allows students enrolled in BS courses before new regulations to continue their medical education. In Bihar, four doctors and a clerk…
FDA Approves Not One, But Two Sickle Cell Disease Gene Therapies
The FDA approved gene therapies from Vertex Pharmaceuticals and Bluebird Bio for sickle cell disease. Both treatments, Casgevy and Lyfgenia, use gene therapy to potentially cure the inherited blood disorder…
Don’t wait for the draft – Volunteer!
The author reflects on the power of volunteering and the impact it has on individuals and communities. They share their experiences of witnessing volunteering in the US and in Ireland,…
Mindfulness-Based Interventions Can Reduce Intensity of Chronic Low Back Pain
A recent meta-analysis of 18 studies published in the Clinical Journal of Pain found that mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) can reduce the intensity of chronic low back pain. This is significant…
What is Urinary Incontinence? | Medical News Bulletin
Urinary incontinence is a common problem affecting approximately 30% of the world's population. This includes stress incontinence, urge incontinence, overflow incontinence, total incontinence, and nocturnal enuresis. Causes for this include…
Mosie Baby receives first 510(k) clearance for at-home artificial insemination kit
The at-home fertility care company Mosie Baby received FDA 510(k) clearance for its over-the-counter intravaginal insemination kit, allowing individuals to perform at-home insemination with fresh or frozen donor semen. The…
Being Black and Pregnant in the Deep South Can Be a Dangerous Combination
Data demonstrates that Black women and infants in the South face higher health risks during pregnancy and childbirth. Black women are more likely to face unfair or indifferent treatment from…
Managing myopia progression results in long-term savings
Serge Resnikoff, MD, PhD, chair of the International Myopia Institute, discussed the cost of early management of myopia progression at the FLORetina meeting. He dispelled misconceptions about the high cost,…
Colorado board leaves Vertex drug off a list of unaffordable medicines
A Colorado state board voted not to place Vertex Pharmaceuticals' cystic fibrosis medication on a list of drugs for which payment limits will be set for most residents. The board…
New Zealand reverses landmark tobacco controls
The new government of New Zealand (Aotearoa) plans to abandon tobacco control measures, prompting condemnation from the Māori health organization Hāpai Te Hauora. These measures include raising the legal age…
Stretchable E-Skin for Robotic Prostheses
Researchers at the University of British Columbia have developed a highly sensitive e-skin for robotic prostheses in collaboration with the automotive company Honda. This technology allows robotic hands to perform…
US approves sickle cell breakthrough with gene editing therapy
The United States has approved breakthrough gene editing therapy using the CRISPR tool to treat sickle cell disease. This is a major advancement in gene therapy for patients with sickle…
£1.9 million funding supports research on drivers of health disparities and infection risk across England
Dr Rosalind Eggo, an Associate Professor at LSHTM, has been awarded over £1.9 million in funding to research health disparities and associated infectious disease burden across England. Health disparities are…
Are No-Spray Christmas Trees Better for You? What to Know
The article discusses the benefits and popularity of no-spray, pesticide-free Christmas trees among environmentally concerned customers. It highlights the success of Reed Island Christmas Tree Farm in southern Virginia, which…
FDA OKs Two Gene-Editing Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease
The FDA approved two gene-editing treatments for patients aged 12 years or older with severe sickle cell disease, marking the first cell-based gene therapies for the condition. Exa-cel uses CRISPR…
Flaxseeds For Breast Cancer? Study Says Manipulating Gut Microbiota Using Them Could Reduce Risk
Researchers conducted a study on the manipulation of gut microbiota using flaxseeds and found that it could be beneficial in the prevention of breast cancer. Flaxseed is known for various…