The article discusses various biotech topics, including the use of artificial intelligence in biotech, a Senate hearing led by Bernie Sanders on drug pricing, and updates on Gritstone’s personalized cancer vaccine and Moderna’s RSV vaccine. The podcast “The Readout LOUD” covers the use of AI in finding new drug targets and therapies. There is also…
MPs have reported that the 10-year government strategy to reduce illegal drug use, drug-related deaths, and crime has failed to deliver. Despite a budget of £903m for 2022-25, there has been no reduction in drug-related deaths and harms. The chair of the Public Accounts Committee, Meg Hillier, expressed concern over the rising deaths from drugs…
Richard Cadbury, son of John Cadbury, is credited with inventing heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolates in 1861. These boxes were intended to store love letters and other sentimental items once the candy was consumed. Chocolate has a long history, with cocoa beans being used over 5,000 years ago in Ecuador to create a bitter beverage….
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed that the US needs to improve care for older adults. There has been a high death toll among this demographic, but advocates hoped to see decisive action to improve care quality in nursing homes. Reports of chaos and neglect in nursing homes have been shocking. There is a lack of…
Lavern McDonald was diagnosed with stage IV inoperable lung cancer in 2018, but through innovative treatments and a supportive care team, she has turned it into a chronic disease. Despite a delayed diagnosis, she was able to receive a new FDA-approved treatment that halved her tumors. While her cancer briefly recurred, she participated in a…
The RESILIENT-Extend trial, conducted in Brazil, shows that thrombectomy can be beneficial for patients with a large vessel occlusion stroke in an extended time window (8-24 hours) without the need for advanced and costly imaging. However, it was noted that there was no benefit with thrombectomy in older patients over 68 years of age, possibly…
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed smart earrings called Thermal Earrings that can continuously monitor a person’s earlobe temperature. The prototype is the size of a small paperclip and can track signs of ovulation, stress, eating, and exercise with a 28-day battery life. The earrings can be personalized with fashion designs and are…
Mankind Pharma promoters have sold 1.6 percent of their stake in the company, amounting to Rs 1367 crore. This move is part of the company’s strategic diversification and growth plans. The promoters have decided to divest a small portion of their stake to fuel the company’s expansion and ensure a strong financial footing. This decision…
Kyverna Therapeutics, a biotech company specializing in cell therapy, recently raised $319 million in an IPO to fund clinical testing of their pipeline focused on rheumatology and neurology. The company has developed CAR T-therapies designed to be safer and more tolerable for patients with autoimmune diseases. Kyverna’s lead program, KYV-101, is being tested for lupus…
Eileen Byrne from Clanwilliam Ireland discusses the evolving healthcare data landscape, emphasizing the importance of advancing healthcare interoperability and data security. The article highlights Clanwilliam’s role in navigating these changes and ensuring the protection of healthcare data. This includes addressing the challenges of sharing data across different systems while maintaining its security. Overall, the article…
The study found that certain risk factors, such as chronic liver disease, hematological malignancies, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cerebrovascular disease, mechanical ventilation, renal replacement therapy, and the use of corticosteroids or interleukin (IL)-6 inhibitors for COVID-19, were associated with COVID-19-associated pulmonary aspergillosis (CAPA) in patients with severe COVID-19. A systematic review and meta-analysis were…
Everside Health and Marathon Health are merging to offer primary care services to patients, employees, and union-sponsored clients. This will include direct care without insurance, health centers, virtual care, and various health services. Marathon Health is known for providing onsite and virtual care services to employees, and both companies have large client bases and a…
A Michigan mother of a school shooter has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter, marking the first time a parent has been convicted on charges related to their child’s mass-shooting crime. A prominent publisher of medical journals has retracted two articles used in court decisions about the abortion pill mifepristone. The Supreme Court is set to…
Jamie Lin, a nephrologist at MD Anderson Cancer Center, made significant findings three years ago that could help cancer patients and advance her career. She alleges that a prominent oncologist derailed the publication of her work, threatened her career, and made defamatory comments after she resisted adding the senior researcher as an author and stated…
King Charles called Richard Smith, who had cancer, seeking advice after reading his blog about the meaning of cancer. Smith recommended reading books by cancer researchers, critiqued the King’s decision not to disclose his type of cancer, and advised against rushing into aggressive treatment. They also discussed the environmental impact of cancer treatment and the…
A study in The Lancet Oncology shows that the drug enobosarm has anti-tumor effects in estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer patients. It is the first clinical proof that this can lead to clinical benefit. For at least 40 years, treatment of this type of breast cancer has focused on directly targeting and inhibiting the activity of…
Cornell University researchers have developed nanofiber-coated cotton bandages that utilize the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of a botanical compound. This development is significant due to the increasing number of multidrug-resistant bacteria. The study showed that the experimental dressing had excellent antibacterial performance and effectively eradicated E. coli and staph bacteria. The researchers used lawsone, a…
Chronic pain can be treated in various ways depending on the duration, severity, and cause of the pain. Treatments include radiofrequency ablation, nerve root blocks, epidural steroid injections, trigger point injections, pain pumps, opioids, and various other pain medications. Alternative treatments such as acupuncture, massage, and yoga may also be effective. Over-the-counter medications like aspirin…
Are there doctors in the house is a series that provides medical professionals in emergency situations. Dr. Bill Madden and Dr. Ron Quinta described an experience at a nursery in 1996. A shooting occurred, two workers died and several others were injured. Madden and Quinta used their medical knowledge to help the injured individuals and…
GLO24K is recognized as one of the top 10 innovative skincare companies of 2023, founded by experienced skincare specialists. The brand aims to make 24k gold skincare accessible to everyone, not just the wealthy. After collaborating with U.S. laboratories for over two years, they created the “Unleash the Power of Gold” skincare line, offering high-quality,…
A study suggests that positioning stroke patients’ heads at a zero-degree angle before surgery may improve their neurological function. This finding could have implications for improving outcomes for stroke patients undergoing surgical interventions. The study highlights the potential impact of head positioning on neurological function and the importance of considering this factor in the pre-operative…
The author, as a healthcare consumer and journalist, has felt frustrated by the lack of critical commentary about the healthcare industry, which often focuses on self-congratulatory statements and happy talk. As a response, the author has started a show called Debunked: Slaughtering Myths, Bad Practices and Sacred Cows in Healthcare, with the goal of providing…
The Asthma Society of Ireland has launched a new e-referral platform for healthcare professionals to refer patients or carers with asthma or COPD concerns to the Adviceline service. The Adviceline has been operating for over 25 years and allows users to speak to respiratory specialist nurses or physiotherapists for support and information. Healthcare professionals can…
Adding glycated albumin to HbA1c may improve glycemic monitoring and risk stratification in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) according to research presented at the American Society of Nephrology’s Kidney Week 2023 meeting. The study measured baseline serum glycated albumin levels in 3110 CKD patients and found that higher levels were associated with increased risks…
Virgin Pulse and HealthComp, now rebranded as Personify Health, are combining their offerings to create a personalized health platform that addresses increasing healthcare costs and complexity. The transition to Personify will occur over the next few months, but in the meantime, members will continue to use the Virgin Pulse and HealthComp platforms until 2024. The…
Philadelphia police officers are now using a co-responder program that pairs them with civilian mental health professionals, like social workers. This enables them to respond to 911 calls involving people experiencing mental health crises. Other cities, such as Denver and Los Angeles, have implemented similar models. Philadelphia’s program has shown success in connecting individuals to…
Medicare has started negotiating drug prices for the first time, but neither the government nor the drug makers are revealing details. Last week, Medicare made its first offers to 10 drug manufacturers, leaving it up to them to discuss the proposals. AstraZeneca executives did not disclose any details about the price negotiation for their diabetes…
Ellie Orton, CEO of NHS Charities Together, urged for more debate on the impact of charitable funding on the NHS for both staff and patients. The organization aims to provide the best healthcare for everyone in the UK, but faces challenges such as growing winter pressures, stretched resources, and budget constraints. With the aftermath of…
Salk scientists have discovered a novel mechanism that removes improperly functioning mtDNA and sends it from inside to outside of the mitochondria. This process can cause inflammation in the immune system and has implications for aging and diseases. The team used imaging techniques to trace the steps of the pathway, which can be targeted with…
Researchers in Poland published a study exploring the connection between the gut microbiome and skin diseases, focusing on the use of probiotics to correct gut dysbiosis as a treatment. Skin diseases contribute substantially to global health, and environmental and genetic factors often cause them. The gut microbiome plays a significant role in various diseases, including…
Alzheimer’s disease affects the person with the disease and their loved ones, making it difficult to maintain the relationship. Understanding the stages of the disease and adapting to the changes is crucial. Relationship-centered care approach helps in tailoring care to the person’s unique needs while keeping the family involved in decision-making. It’s important to recognize…
Breast cancer mortality in the United States decreased significantly between 1975 and 2019, attributed to improved screening and treatments, particularly for hormone receptor-positive cancers. Therapeutic advances, such as 30 new anticancer drugs approved between 2010 and 2020, played a crucial role in this decline. Models developed by the Cancer Intervention and Surveillance Modeling Network (CISNET)…
A study suggests that alternating arms while receiving multi-dose vaccines can result in a better immune response. Researchers found a four-fold increase in immune response among those who alternated arms when receiving the two-dose COVID-19 vaccine. The study evaluated 947 participants and found that the improved immune response lasted beyond 13 months. The study also…
A study found that bariatric surgery is the most effective method for long-term blood pressure control among obese individuals. The study concluded that lifestyle interventions and pharmacotherapy are not as effective as bariatric surgery in controlling blood pressure in the long term for obese individuals. Researchers suggest that bariatric surgery should be considered as a…
Amazon has recently cut hundreds of jobs in the healthcare sector, sparking speculation about the company’s future in the industry. However, industry experts caution against oversimplifying the situation, pointing to the company’s recent acquisitions and investments in healthcare software as potential reasons for the downsizing. Amazon has made significant moves in the healthcare space in…
The American Heart Association (AHA) has issued a new presidential advisory highlighting the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, which encompasses obesity, type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and cardiovascular disease risk. More than 90 million adults in the US have at least 3 risk factors for CKM syndrome. Prevention efforts and early life screening for risk…
Amazon is reportedly cutting over 100 jobs at One Medical and Amazon Pharmacy to decrease operating losses. The job cuts could amount to several hundred as part of a company-wide effort to save $100 million. Amazon Health Services is realigning roles in the Finance, Legal, and Tech teams. The company plans to continue investing in…
The race to replace the late Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein in California is highlighting the issue of reproductive rights, with abortion being a key focus. Democratic candidates are emphasizing their support for abortion rights, while Republican candidate Steve Garvey, a political novice, is avoiding taking a definitive stand on the issue. Garvey’s campaign did not…
The REGAIN study by UK researchers involved an online program to aid people with long Covid, focusing on mental health therapy and exercise guidance. 485 subjects were divided into two groups, one of which received a standard advice session, while the intervention group received an individualized, self-paced approach to eight-week group sessions of psychological counseling…
Preventative services such as sexual health and weight management are facing a funding shortage next year, which will not be enough to reverse the impact of a decade of budget cuts. The grant for these services, along with tobacco, drug, and alcohol services, and early years provision, has been significantly reduced over the past ten…
A new research paper titled “PROX1 interaction with α-SMA-rich cancer-associated fibroblasts facilitates colorectal cancer progression and correlates with poor clinical outcomes and therapeutic resistance” has been published in Aging. The study found that the tumor microenvironment plays a key role in tumor progression, with cancer-associated fibroblasts expressing alpha-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA) correlates with unfavorable outcomes…
A global review of studies found that about 1.6% of women and girls meet criteria for Pre Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). The data suggests this equates to around 31 million women and girls globally, with a higher proportion having provisional diagnoses. Symptoms of PMDD include mood changes, physical symptoms, and cognitive problems, and the condition…
A recent study published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition found that there is a lack of consensus within the scientific community about what “low carb” means. Most studies define low-carb as having 100 grams or less of carbohydrates daily, but some have much stricter definitions. The study’s principal investigator, Taylor Wallace, emphasized…
Sage, a journal and publisher, retracted three papers related to abortion issues due to multiple concerns and potential conflict of interest. The retraction implicates a Supreme Court case on the legality of restricting the abortion pill, and draws attention to the influence of advocacy organizations. The lead author of the retracted papers accused Sage of…
This content highlights the importance of using the best purple shampoo to preserve and care for blonde or silver hair. It provides a list of ten highly-rated purple shampoos available on Amazon, each with different benefits and features. These shampoos are designed to neutralize brassiness and yellow tones, moisturize and nourish the hair, and maintain…
A study has found that cochlear implants are safe and effective for infants under 9 months old. The research shows that these implants can improve hearing and language development in young children with severe to profound hearing loss. The findings support the idea that early intervention with cochlear implants can have significant benefits for infants….
The U.S. opioid crisis is a worsening public health issue, with nearly 110,000 overdose deaths in 2022. States have received over $50 billion in opioid settlement funding, but lack guidance on spending to support health IT infrastructure for opioid use disorder (OUD) care. Johns Hopkins and the Legal Action Center offer principles and strategies for…
The Minister for Health announced that funding has been allocated for the screening of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in babies as part of the National Newborn Bloodspot Screening Programme. The funding of €700,000 will allow for the rollout of testing for these two conditions, along with the nine existing diseases…
A study published in the Harm Reduction Journal found that nicotine gum marketed as a consumer product, not as a medical therapy, does not appeal to non-tobacco users or young adults. The study examined LUCY Chew and Park commercial product, and conducted two separate surveys. The results showed that the gum primarily appealed to adults…
Seattle-based Outbound AI, offering AI-powered virtual agents for administrative tasks, is part of Microsoft’s Pegasus Program. Their conversational AI tool for healthcare uses 24/7 virtual agents focusing on revenue cycle tasks and is hosted on Microsoft’s Azure. Pegasus helps startups scale by providing cloud resources and mentoring. Outbound AI received $16 million in seed funding…