A recent survey found that doctors investigated by the Medical Council experience stress and anxiety, with many reporting negative impacts on their mental health. Some practitioners considered quitting or retired early due to the probe, and a significant number had suicidal thoughts during the investigation process. The primary cause of mental struggles was the length…
San Francisco-based Plenful, a workflow-automation platform for pharmacy and healthcare operations, has raised $17 million in Series A funding just under a year after its launch, adding to the initial $9 million investment. TQ Ventures led the round, with other investors including Mitchell Rales and Susa Ventures. Plenful offers AI-enabled automation tools for pharmacy technicians,…
, 2025-04-20 18:51:00 Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The head of the hospital service on the French Indian Ocean island of Reunion on Sunday called for medical reinforcements to cope with an epidemic of the mosquito-borne chikungunya disease. “We are really stretched to our limits,” Lionel Calenge told the RMC radio station. “Epidemiologists predicted the epidemic…
A study called ARCTIC REWIND found that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in remission who tapered or stopped their medication experienced more disease flares compared to those who stayed on stable doses. Patients taking only csDMARDs had higher flare rates than those on TNF inhibitors, but the risk was still elevated in both groups. The…
A recent study shows that the severity of amyloid deposition in the brain is more important than age in determining who will benefit from treatments to slow down Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers examined the relationship between amyloid deposition and new dementia cases in 94 individuals who were cognitively healthy when the study began and found that…
, 2025-04-21 18:34:00 The White House has replaced a federal website that provided information about COVID-19 with a web page titled “Lab Leak: The True Origins of COVID-19” that cites the controversial theory that the virus was leaked from a Wuhan lab in China. The previous websites, covidtests.gov and covid.gov, provided information on treatment options…
The Republican Party released a draft platform softening its stance on abortion, despite major anti-abortion groups supporting it. The Federal Trade Commission is preparing to sue large pharmacy benefits management companies for anticompetitive behavior. The GOP presidential platform will not include a call for a national abortion ban for the first time in decades. Lawmakers…
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common condition that can cause dental problems and jaw pain. Mouth guards are an effective solution to manage bruxism, preventing teeth damage and improving sleep quality. They are recommended for individuals experiencing teeth grinding, jaw clenching, or related discomfort. There are various types of mouth guards available,…
Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have an increased risk of suicide attempts, with a study finding an eight-fold higher risk compared to those without the condition. PCOS affects around 10% of women and is associated with increased production of male sex hormones, causing infertility, acne, hirsutism, and obesity. It is also linked to cardiovascular…
A new report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform (CHQPR) reveals that over 700 rural hospitals in the U.S. are at risk of closure, with immediate risk for more than half. Financial instability due to inadequate reimbursement from health plans is the main cause, with Medicare often being the most lucrative payer…
Ali Tafreshi of Topcon Healthcare discusses the company’s mission to deliver AI-based healthcare from the eye at the ARVO meeting. Topcon plans to use robotic diagnostic devices and a digital platform to improve detection of ocular diseases, systemic diseases, and neurological diseases in just 2 minutes in a noninvasive way. Tafreshi believes that this approach…
TOPLINE: For most obstetric patients in the first trimester, preeclampsia risk rises at a blood pressure threshold of 140/90 mmHg. For some subgroups, the risk evaluation should occur at lower thresholds. No blood pressure reassures against possible later preeclampsia. METHODOLOGY: Analysis of data collected in a two-centre prospective cohort study of 137,458 singleton pregnancies that…
Max Detox capsules are designed to target parasites, which can be dangerous and cause various health problems. Malaria, caused by protozoa, kills thousands annually. The capsules aim to weaken and remove parasites from the body, as well as strengthen the immune system to prevent reinfestation. Prevention methods for body lice, scabies, and ticks are also…
Luke Taylor , 2025-05-16 10:11:00 The number of overdose deaths in the US has fallen for the first time in five years in a sign that the country may be finally turning the corner on fatalities attributed to fentanyl.1 A report published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Wednesday showed…
, 2025-05-21 20:43:00 The FDA may be poised to ban talc as an ingredient in the products it regulates, including foods, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. The agency convened what it called an expert panel on talc on May 20, led by FDA Commissioner Martin Makary, MD, MPH, and Principal Deputy Commissioner Sara Brenner, MD, MPH. The…
A study involving over 26,000 people across 32 countries found that high blood pressure, smoking, and atrial fibrillation are linked to increased severity of stroke. Among participants, 74% with severe stroke had high blood pressure, 11% had atrial fibrillation, and 30% were current smokers. High blood pressure was associated with 3.2 times higher likelihood of…
The Royal College of General Practitioners recently changed its position on physician associates in general practice based on a survey with a low response rate and lack of experience working with PAs. The survey included GP trainees who had never taken clinical responsibility for another healthcare professional. The author, a GP for 16 years, points…
“2023 has seen the most dengue cases in recorded history, primarily in the Western Hemisphere with around five million infections and 5,500 deaths, the highest since 1980. The surge in cases is linked to rising temperatures, rapid urbanization, and climate change. Factors such as poor sanitation, inadequate health systems, and climate change have attracted more…
The high prices of weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Ozempic may soon be a focus of Medicare drug price negotiations. List prices for these drugs are between $936 and $1,349 per month. The Inflation Reduction Act signed by President Biden allows for direct negotiation of drug prices with manufacturers for the first time. Medicare spent…
Colorectal cancer rates have dropped overall in the past 20 years, except for Americans under 45. The cases among young people have increased significantly, with a 333% rise in 15- to 19-year-olds and a 185% increase in 20- to 24-year-olds. While the absolute numbers are still low, experts are concerned about the trend. Symptoms like…
A systematic review and meta-analysis of three studies with 1849 participants found that treatment with the Janus kinase inhibitor baricitinib was safe and effective for treating systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Baricitinib increased the chances of achieving a Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Responder Index-4 response and reducing Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index-2000 scores. Additionally, patients treated…
This content discusses how technology is transforming the life sciences, specifically focusing on AI adoption in clinical care. FDA Commissioner Robert Califf highlights the challenges of regulating AI devices and emphasizes the need for ongoing evaluation of AI tools in clinical settings. Amazon introduces upfront pricing in telehealth, potentially competing with companies like Hims. The…
Investors in biotech startup Padlock Therapeutics are suing Bristol Myers Squibb for allegedly failing to make up to $450 million in milestone payments as agreed in a 2016 acquisition deal. Bristol originally paid $150 million in cash for Padlock, which was working on new drugs for autoimmune diseases. The lawsuit accuses Bristol of manipulating the…
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Quality sleep can help with physical and mental well-being, and studies now suggest that better sleep health can also help combat feelings of loneliness. Loneliness was declared a public health concern in a 2023 advisory, with high risks of various health issues associated with it. A recent study found that improved sleep health was linked…
Voters in 7 out of 10 states supported abortion rights in recent ballots, potentially changing the landscape of abortion laws in the US. States including Colorado, Maryland, and New York approved amendments to protect abortion rights, while others like Florida and South Dakota did not. Arizona and Missouri voters passed constitutional amendments to protect abortion…
A study of almost 750,000 mothers found that women who develop gestational diabetes are not more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer. Gestational diabetes affects 14% of pregnant women globally and is more common in those with obesity, family history of diabetes, or older age. While gestational diabetes is linked to other health risks…
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A recent study published in JAMA Health Forum reveals a sharp decline in menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) use among postmenopausal American women over the past 20 years. The study found significant disparities across racial and ethnic groups, highlighting a decrease in MHT prescriptions since 2002. The decline in MHT use was seen across all age…
Jeremy Farrar, now the World Health Organization’s chief scientist, was working in Vietnam 20 years ago when the H5N1 virus started to spread across Asia — at that point in poultry. He recalls there was a reluctance among farmers to cull their chickens because they weren’t being compensated for them. Movement of infected birds to…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a decrease in U.S. fatal overdoses in 2023, marking only the second annual decline in the national drug death epidemic since it began over three decades ago. While experts remain cautious about drawing large-scale conclusions, the decrease is seen as a positive development. Possible reasons for the…
Pharmaceutical company GSK is leaving the Biotechnology Innovation Organization, the biotech industry’s largest trade group. This decision marks a significant move in the industry landscape. For more details on this development, readers can access the full story on STAT+. Source link
The MedCity Moves Podcast returns with its first episode of the year, covering executive appointments and exits in the healthcare industry. Senior Reporter Katie Adams discusses new leaders at Centene, Best Buy Health, and Endeavor Health, as well as recent healthcare layoffs at RWJBarnabas, SonderMind, and Incredible Health. The episode also features an interview with…
Peter Cole, an anaesthetist at St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London, was not content with just a conventional hospital consultant role. He was driven by intellectual curiosity and sought to push scientific boundaries. Cole embarked on a long academic career alongside his clinical work, establishing an innovative research laboratory despite limited funding. His research covered various…
First Opinion on STAT is a platform for articles written by biotech insiders, healthcare workers, and researchers about topics related to the life sciences. Readers can submit Letters to the Editor in response to these articles. One article discusses the importance of empathetic touch in medicine, citing a personal experience during World War 2. Another…
, 2025-04-16 09:10:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Years of negotiations culminated early Wednesday with countries agreeing the text of a landmark accord on how to tackle future pandemics, aimed at avoiding the mistakes made during the COVID-19 crisis. After more than three years of talks and one last marathon session, weary delegates at the World…
The Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Canadian Association of Interventional Cardiology issued updated guidelines for the use of antiplatelet therapy (APT) to prevent atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The guidelines provide recommendations for the use of acetylsalicylic acid in primary prevention, duration of dual APT (DAPT) after percutaneous coronary intervention, choice of potent DAPT for patients with acute…
Cryo-soft X-ray tomography 3D reconstructions of segmented mitochondria (brown) in the cytoplasm around the nucleus (blue) in herpes simplex virus type 1 infected cell. Credit: Maija Vihinen-Ranta Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä have found that herpesvirus infection modifies the structure and normal function of the mitochondria in the host cell. The new information could…
, 2025-05-15 21:15:00 Researchers at WashU Medicine have shown in mice that brain cells known as astrocytes are required for a signaling chemical called norepinephrine to modify brain activity, changing the textbook understanding that norepinephrine acts directly on neurons. Above, a mouse astrocyte labeled with a fluorescent green marker. Credit: Yifan Wu Researchers at Washington…
The issue of bed shortages in Irish hospitals has long been a problem, with patients facing long waits in Emergency Departments. Despite efforts to address the issue, such as the government committing to providing 3,000 new beds by 2031, there are concerns about cost overruns. The construction of the Children’s Hospital, initially budgeted at €650…
A study led by King’s College London discovered that ancient viral DNA sequences are expressed in the brain, contributing to susceptibility for psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. These sequences, called Human Endogenous Retroviruses (HERVs), were previously thought to be junk DNA but are now known to play a role in genetic vulnerability…
Former President Trump claimed at a rally that over 300,000 Americans die from fentanyl each year, a statement that lacks factual basis as government statistics show drug overdose deaths are around 100,000-110,000 annually. Opioid deaths have been labeled an epidemic, with about 81,000 related deaths. Trump also inaccurately stated that fentanyl deaths were the lowest…
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Researchers at the University of Galway have developed a portable device for testing water quality to detect a dangerous pathogen, Shiga toxigenic Escherichia coli (STEC). The technology is accurate and sensitive, providing quick results. The research found 61% of water samples in Galway positive for the pathogen. STEC, commonly found in healthy animals, can cause…
The annual San Antonio Breast Cancer meeting in 2023 highlighted advancements in metastatic breast cancer treatment, which affects 40,000 women and 4,000 men in the US annually. CDK4/6 inhibitors have improved progression-free survival, but resistance remains a challenge. New therapies like Olaparib, capivasertib, and everolimus are showing promise for resistant patients. Precision oncology screening is…
[gpt3]Summarize this content to 100 words: Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has expressed another unorthodox view on vaccines, with the long-time vaccine critic declaring that vaccines for respiratory bugs that target a sole part of the pathogen they are meant to protect against do not work. The claim was dismissed as erroneous by vaccine…
Experiencing memory issues and declining brain function is often seen as a natural part of aging, and it can also be an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease. But what if boosting memory was not as complicated as it seems? Research suggests that the key may lie in an unexpected place—the gut. Adding more evidence…
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Hinge Health and Amazon Health Services have partnered to provide digital musculoskeletal care through Amazon’s Health Condition Programs. This collaboration aims to offer support for back, joint and muscle pain, connecting users with health coaches, therapists, specialists, and more. By simplifying access to Hinge Health’s program on Amazon, patients can receive tailored treatment plans, including…