Healthcare is fundamentally about caring for fellow humans, with a primary goal of preventing pain and providing relief. AI has recently emerged as a major player in the industry, sparking both excitement and concern. While AI can enhance care delivery by analyzing data and informing decisions, the human touch remains essential for empathetic patient care….
Research from Tallaght Hospital found that a total of 105 patients were admitted to the emergency department with e-scooter related injuries in a year, with more than half requiring specialist follow-up. Ten percent needed emergency surgery, with fractures being the most common injury. The average age of patients was 33.6 years, with the majority being…
MNB Guest , 2025-05-12 13:40:00 Sometimes it starts with a mirror. You catch a glimpse of yourself when you’re not expecting to, and the reflection either lifts you up or brings you down a notch. It might seem shallow on the surface, but looking your best isn’t just about vanity. It’s deeply connected to how…
The prevalence of transgender-related diagnosis codes in the United States increased nearly ninefold from 2014 to 2021, with significant increases in HIV testing and pre-exposure prophylaxis prescriptions in this population, according to a study. The researchers found that the proportion of transgender patients prescribed gender-affirming hormone therapy also rose. Clinicians can use encounters for gender-affirming…
Electrophysiology procedures, typically performed in hospitals, are starting to migrate to surgery centers. This shift is driven by cost efficiency and financial incentives for electrophysiologists. While surgeries centers are less equipped to handle major adverse events, studies show that EP ablation procedures are relatively safe. Moving these procedures to surgery centers may lead to new…
[gpt3]Summarize this content to 100 words: And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too soon, yes? This is, you may recall, our treasured signal to daydream about weekend plans. Our agenda is rather modest. We expect to promenade with the official mascots, catch up on our growing reading…
brendan , 2025-05-20 07:00:00 WESTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST Consultant Old Age Psychiatry Location: Londonderry/Strabane. Reference No: 54817289 Salary: £106,424 – £139,920 PA pro rata Closing date: Friday 27th June 2025 @ 3:30pm For full criteria, job description and application form for the above please visit Jobs.hscni.net and apply online. A waiting list…
A study published in Nature Medicine shows that an AI system developed by Dr. Chin-Sheng Lin and colleagues alerts hospital physicians about high-risk patients, leading to a reduction in mortality rates. The AI system utilizes 12-lead ECG data to identify patients who would benefit from intensified care. In a randomized controlled study involving 15,965 patients,…
, 2025-04-24 18:37:00 Healthcare insurer Blue Shield of California has notified 4.7 million individuals of a potential data breach after unknowingly sharing patients’ protected health information with Google since 2021. “On February 11, 2025, Blue Shield discovered that, between April 2021 and January 2024, Google Analytics was configured in a way that allowed certain member…
The World Health Organization’s cancer agency has warned that the number of new cancer cases will rise to over 35 million in 2050, a 77% increase from 2022. Factors such as tobacco, alcohol, obesity, and air pollution contribute to this rise. The most developed countries are expected to see the highest increase in case numbers,…
To stay healthy as temperatures drop and flu season lingers, focus on maintaining a nutritious diet. Nutrition expert Bonnie Taub-Dix recommends incorporating immunity-boosting foods rich in vitamin C, omega-3 fatty acids, and lean protein, including garlic, ginger, colorful fruits and veggies, seafood, and yogurt. Warm soups and herbal teas with immune-supporting properties like elderberry, echinacea,…
Last year, UnitedHealth Group’s Optum announced plans to acquire Amedisys for $3.3 billion, facing scrutiny from the DOJ and the Oregon Health Authority. Amedisys recently disclosed a purchase agreement to sell certain home health care centers to VCG Luna. Experts believe the merger will likely go through, potentially with additional divestitures. Concerns about UHG’s growing…
The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response is facing scrutiny from lawmakers over its management of the national stockpile of emergency medical gear, as demands for protective equipment and therapies have rapidly increased due to the Covid-19 pandemic, 2022 mpox outbreak, and avian flu among cows. The health department’s preparedness office is trying to solidify…
The pharmaceutical industry has evolved to better meet the needs of patients, with Medical Affairs playing a crucial role in drug development and commercialization. However, there are significant barriers to diversity in clinical trial participation, particularly among underrepresented racial and ethnic groups. Structural and personal barriers limit access to clinical trials, which can result in…
, 2025-05-19 21:18:00 Credit: Cnordic Nordic from Pexels Findings from a first-of-its-kind virtual trial in pulmonary medicine, conducted at Rutgers and many other institutions, suggest adding an inhaled corticosteroid to rescue therapy could sharply reduce the danger of severe attacks for millions of people with mild asthma. The phase III study, published in the New…
A meta-analysis of clinical trials and real-world studies found that infections are responsible for almost half of all nonrelapse deaths among patients with advanced blood cancers treated with chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy. The study also showed that the cumulative incidence rates of nonrelapse mortality were not reported in many of the clinical trials…
Bristol Myers Squibb has completed the acquisition of RayzeBio, a biotechnology company. The acquisition is part of Bristol Myers Squibb’s strategy to expand its portfolio of innovative therapies. By continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies for analytics, advertising, and site improvement. To learn more about our cookie policy and…
, 2025-04-24 11:38:00 Since 2019, the number of people in the United States using psilocybin has gone up sharply, which lines up with when some states began to decriminalize the hallucinogenic chemical found in “magic mushrooms.” Psilocybin use increased across all age groups, with the largest uptick seen in young adults and older adults. With…
Summarize this content to 100 words Credit: Bruno Abdiel from Pexels A study has found there are no adverse long-term cardiovascular health consequences for the now-adult children of mothers who were given corticosteroids because they were at risk of early birth in a landmark trial conducted in Auckland, New Zealand, 50 years ago. The paper,…
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends comprehensive, intensive behavioral interventions for children with high body mass index (BMI), including supervised physical activity sessions for up to a year. Nearly 20% of kids aged 2-19 have high BMIs, indicating obesity. The interventions should include at least 26 hours of supervised physical activity, group sessions on…
Functional, standardized referral pathways are crucial for patient outcomes, especially in vascular health. Highly integrated systems like the Mayo Clinic make it easy for primary care physicians to identify and refer patients to specialists, improving patient care. In contrast, unintegrated systems in rural areas rely more on personal relationships for referrals, potentially causing delays in…
, 2025-04-15 14:06:00 People with a certain heart valve abnormality are at increased risk of severe heart rhythm disorders, even after successful valve surgery. This is according to a new study from Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden published in the European Heart Journal. The condition is more common in women and younger…
Seth Berkley, a global health leader, criticized the U.S. response to the avian influenza outbreak among dairy cattle, highlighting failures in surveillance, tracking infections, and vaccine readiness. Berkley’s concerns about the H5N1 bird flu outbreak revolve around the lack of preparedness to handle a potential pandemic. The limited information on infected herds and resistance from…
A study found that pregnant women who slept less than 7 hours per night at 24 to 28 weeks’ gestation were more likely to have children with neurodevelopmental delays, with boys being the majority. The researchers emphasized the importance of health care providers assessing sleep duration in pregnant women. In other top stories in endocrinology,…
Martin General Hospital in Williamston, N.C., closed due to financial collapse, leaving the community without healthcare services. The new Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) designation from CMS offers hope of reopening. Martin County is exploring this model, which allows for enhanced Medicare payments for emergency and outpatient services. Community members, like Christopher Harrison, who faced a…
Marissa Plescia , 2025-05-02 21:18:00 The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a complaint on Thursday against three Medicare Advantage insurers and three insurance broker organizations, alleging that the insurers paid illegal kickbacks to the brokers to increase enrollment into their plans. The insurers named in the complaint are Aetna, Elevance Health and Humana, while…
Hannah D Walker, a retired RAF officer and NHS worker from Thornford, UK, agrees with Salisbury’s point that the word “care” is losing its meaning. The word originates from Old English meaning to be anxious or solicitous, grieve, feel concern, or interest. Walker believes the fundamental purpose of a health service is to assist in…
An international research team discovered a new mechanism crucial for the production of cellular proteins that, when disrupted, causes inaccuracies in protein production through splicing. Led by Goethe University Frankfurt, the study sheds light on how mutations may lead to retinal disease and potential treatments for various diseases, including cancers, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s. The mechanism…
A precision brain mapping study found that sleep patterns, physical activity, mood, and heart rate can affect brain connectivity both in the short and longer term. Even small changes in these factors can impact brain networks involved in attention, memory, and cognition for up to 2 weeks. The study, conducted with a single participant who…
, 2025-06-24 06:59:00 Vinmec Healthcare System, a leading private hospital group in Vietnam, is transforming bone cancer care with personalized 3D-printed implants, offering new hope to patients previously facing amputation or lifelong disability. In a global first, eight-year-old Tran Minh Duc received a fully 3D-printed, growth-adaptive titanium femur after being diagnosed with aggressive osteosarcoma. Multiple…
Stephen I. Feller , 2025-05-13 21:02:00 Add topic to email alerts Receive an email when new articles are posted on Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . “ data-action=”subscribe”> Subscribe We were unable to process your request. Please try again…
Josh Friedman , 2025-05-19 15:51:00 Add topic to email alerts Receive an email when new articles are posted on Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . “ data-action=”subscribe”> Subscribe We were unable to process your request. Please try again later….
DocuSign and Velatura have partnered to streamline the patient consent form capture process for protected health information (PHI) in a pilot project. This aims to remove administrative burdens for healthcare providers, allowing more time for clinical consultations and decision-making. The partnership modernizes and facilitates the efficient completion of consent forms, providing patients with convenience and…
The Asia-Pacific region is seeing increased investment in generative AI technology, with over six in 10 APAC leaders planning to invest in genAI in the next three years. Leaders are concerned about data bias in AI applications affecting health outcomes and are looking to make AI more transparent, ensure diversity in data use, provide continuous…
A new study introduces RoboCA3T, a robot-inspired computer-assisted adaptive autism therapy that leverages children with autism’s affinity towards technology and robots. The therapy incorporates robot avatars and computer-assisted therapies through a web-based solution. Researchers noted improvements in joint attention and imitation skills after the intervention. This research aims to develop cost-effective, evidence-based treatments for children…
Healthcare providers in Los Angeles are distributing GPS devices to track homeless patients, providing street kits with drug paraphernalia, and offering medical care and social services to the homeless population. These providers aim to build trust with the homeless and treat them where they are located, ultimately aiming to improve health outcomes and reduce costly…
Amgen aims to challenge the Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly duopoly in the market for injectable obesity medications, and the company is now preparing for Phase 3 testing of an injectable drug candidate that would introduce new competition. While executives are not yet sharing specific details of the clinical data that support these plans, Amgen’s…
The Western Health and Social Care Trust is looking for a Consultant Medical Microbiologist at Altnagelvin Area Hospital in Londonderry. The salary for the position is between £94,127 and £126,907 per annum. The closing date for applications is Friday 11 October 2024 at 3.30pm. A waiting list may be established for future vacancies. Applicants must…
A long-term study has found a high incidence of depression in patients after a stroke. The study reveals that many patients suffer from depression following a stroke, highlighting the need for better mental health support in post-stroke care. The findings emphasize the importance of addressing mental health issues in stroke survivors to improve their overall…
Ed Silverman , 2025-05-06 13:04:00 Top of the morning to you. Gray skies are hovering over the Pharmalot campus right now, but our spirits remain sunny, nonetheless. Why? We will trot out a bit of insight from the Morning Mayor, who would say “Every new day should be unwrapped like a precious gift.” To celebrate…
Researchers at Kyushu University discovered the connection between spatial distance in DNA and gene activity bursts. The folding and movement of DNA, as well as protein accumulation, change based on gene activity levels. This study, published in Science Advances, provides insight into gene expression complexities and potential therapeutic applications for gene expression-related diseases. Gene transcription…
A study conducted in England and Wales found that demographic factors significantly influenced the initiation of biologic or targeted synthetic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Patients under 40 years old were more than twice as likely to receive these drugs compared to older individuals, while Asian patients were almost half as likely…
NationsBenefits, a fintech benefits platform, has acquired food-as-medicine company Good Measures. NationsBenefits offers healthy food support and partners with managed care organizations. Good Measures offers coaching and personalized food prescriptions. The acquisition aims to provide comprehensive solutions for healthcare members. Good Measures’ expertise in Food as Medicine will be integrated into NationsBenefits’ platform. This partnership…
The Week in Medicine covers the forgotten Irish doctors who fought against the Nazis in World War II, facing challenges upon returning home due to anti-English sentiment. An upcoming lecture in Dublin on early modern London’s surgical training and book cultures is highlighted. The deteriorating state of the old Baggot Street hospital, with efforts by…
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that vitamin K2 supplementation reduced the frequency, intensity, and duration of nocturnal leg cramps in older adults. The study included 199 adults aged 65 years or older who received daily vitamin K2 capsules or a placebo for 8 weeks. Results showed a significant reduction in the frequency…
Researchers have discovered a new class of antibodies that can neutralize multiple forms of flu virus, potentially leading to the development of more broadly protective flu vaccines. These antibodies can bind to a viral protein called hemagglutinin on the exterior of the flu virus, blocking it from entering cells. The research, published in the journal…
[gpt3]Summarize this content to 100 words: Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Endometriosis affects around 10% of women of reproductive age. It’s a chronic inflammatory condition that occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis can cause chronic pain, bloating, bowel and bladder dysfunction, pain during sex and…
Older cannabis users undergoing surgery required higher doses of inhalational anesthetics compared to nonusers, according to a retrospective cohort study. The study included 22,476 patients aged 65 years or older, with 268 cannabis users matched to 1072 nonusers. Cannabis users had significantly higher average minimum alveolar concentrations of anesthesia than nonusers, though the clinical relevance…
Researchers have identified three subtypes of chronic rhinosinusitis and trajectories of asthma and allergy in middle-aged adults. Children with asthma, frequent head colds, and tonsillitis at age 7 are at higher risk for chronic rhinosinusitis in middle age. Comorbidity prevalence increased with chronic rhinosinusitis severity. The study, based on the Tasmanian Longitudinal Health Study, found…
The OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation has partnered with WHO on the SPECS 2030 initiative to increase refractive error coverage by 40% by 2030. This collaboration will focus on knowledge sharing, technical input, and data provision to implement the “Vision for Everyone” resolution. The foundation will support key pillars of the initiative, including improving access to services,…