Dysregulated metabolic pathways in late pregnancy tied to higher type 2 diabetes incidence
Dysregulated amino and fatty acid metabolism during late pregnancy was linked to…
RFK Jr., Humira prices, scientific sleuths
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Ian Paterson: Convicted breast surgeon did not seek consent for “cleavage sparing” mastectomies
Breast surgeon Ian Paterson did not seek specific consent for cleavage sparing…
Concussion history linked to 25% higher risk of severe postpartum mental illness
A study from ICES and the University of Toronto found that individuals…
Polio vaccination campaign set to resume amidst challenges in Gaza
The third phase of the polio vaccination campaign in northern Gaza is…
Questionnaire Helped Detect Depression in Patients With HS
Implementing the PHQ-2 questionnaire in an HS clinic improved the ability to…
Weight Loss Drugs Could Be A Treatment Option For Osteoarthritis: Says Study
A recent study has found that semaglutide injections, a drug commonly used…
PBGH CEO: Transparency is “Table Stakes” and an “Expectation”
Employers have a fiduciary duty to provide employees with the best medical…
Hereditary angioedema controlled in 4 weeks with deucrictibant
Patients with hereditary angioedema experienced improved symptom control, quality of life, and…
Madrigal, Eli Lilly, Compass Pathways latest
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals had a successful launch of its MASH drug Rezdiffra, exceeding…
One-third of patients with cancer visit emergency departments in months before diagnosis, finds study
A recent study in Ontario found that approximately one-third of patients diagnosed…
Study identifies 80 genes linked to increased risk of breast cancer
Breast cancer is a common malignancy, with genetic variants accounting for up…
Cannabis Substitution for Medications: How Often and Why
A study found that nearly two thirds of patients with rheumatic conditions…
3 Types of Startups that Healthcare Leaders Want to See More Of
The HLTH conference in Las Vegas showcased numerous digital health startups seeking…
Consumers opting for more in-person, budget-friendly purchases
The Vision Council's third quarter Consumer inSights report shows that consumers are…
With new Wegovy data in hand, Novo Nordisk will file for approval in MASH
Novo Nordisk's weight loss drug Wegovy showed promising results in a Phase…
Preventing obesity in very young children could be in the palm of parents’ hands
A study led by Johns Hopkins Children's Center shows that using text…
Bone chemistry reveals age and handedness of Tudor sailors
A recent study used Raman spectroscopy to analyze the clavicle bone chemistry…
GLP-1s Show No Link to AKI With Anticancer Therapy
Patients undergoing cancer treatment are at a heightened risk for acute kidney…
Protein-Design Startup Archon Adds $20M to Show How ‘Cages’ Can Change Antibody Drugs
Antibodies, traditionally used as drugs due to scientists' manipulation, have limitations in…
Zimmer Biomet reports increased net sales in third-quarter 2024 financial results
Zimmer Biomet announced its third-quarter 2024 financial results, reporting $1.824 billion in…
Pharmalittle: We’re reading about pharma risks in China, mitigating shortages, and more
As the workweek comes to an end, U.S. drugmakers and biotechs are…
Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp out virus
2-year-old Emile Miango, diagnosed with mpox, is receiving treatment in the epicenter…
Enhanced screening protocols for Candida auris improve hospital infection control
Researchers at Mount Sinai have developed enhanced hospital screening protocols for Candida…
Dermatologists Sound Alarm as Scabies Cases Rise
The British Association of Dermatologists has reported an unusual increase in scabies…
Digital Hypertension Solutions Are Everywhere, But Which Truly Improve Outcomes and Lower Costs?
Hypertension affects 120 million adults in the U.S. and is costly, with…
Evolus receives nod from EU for hyaluronic acid injectables, anticipates US approval
Four hyaluronic acid injectables used as dermal fillers have received EU Medical…
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
Have exciting news to share about new hires, promotions, or hard-to-fill spots…
Expert explains cardiac amyloidosis
Cardiac amyloidosis is a rare condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of…
Combination therapy shows promising results in treating stage 3 melanoma
A phase 2 clinical trial led by the University of Pittsburgh, UPMC…
Novel Intervention Slows Cognitive Decline in At-Risk Adults
Combining cognitive remediation (CR) with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in older…
Study Recommends Time-Restricted Eating For Blood Sugar Control
A recent study suggests that time-restricted eating can improve blood sugar control…
Heard at HLTH 2024: Insights from Innovative Healthcare Executives
Executives at the HLTH conference in Las Vegas discussed insights on the…
Radioactive iodine for thyroid cancer linked to risk for melanoma, other skin cancers
A study found that patients with primary thyroid cancer who received radioactive…
Sugar before age 2 affects diabetes risk
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David Sturgeon: consultant psychiatrist who provided counselling to victims of the 2005 terrorists attacks
David Sturgeon, a former lecturer in psychiatry at Middlesex Hospital in London,…
Novel visualization method helps make sense of large neuronal activity datasets
Researchers at HHMI Janelia Research Campus have developed a new computational method,…
NCCN leaders collaborate to enhance cancer care in Vietnam
Leaders from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) are collaborating with healthcare…
Residency Applications Down
Fourth-year medical student William Keller, a pseudonym used for anonymity, is applying…
Know Symptoms, Complications Of Rare Viral Infection
Health officials are investigating the death of an Iowa resident possibly resulting…
Heard at HLTH 2024 Part 2: Insights from Innovative Healthcare Executives
Executives at the HLTH conference in Las Vegas discussed the changing healthcare…
Climate change led to additional 50 days of health-threatening temperatures in 2023 – Lancet study
A major global report found that climate change is leading to more…
Update on cancer-causing benzene in acne products leads dermatology news from October
In October, Healio Dermatology highlighted top articles including a study on benzoyl…
Trump has a ‘flagrant disregard’ for public health
Former President Trump and his associates, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have…
Sixty seconds on . . . spelling errors
An analysis of over 32 million research abstracts published over the past…
The four types of systemic therapy for breast cancer
Treatment for breast cancer includes surgery, radiation therapy, and systemic therapies such…
Childhood neglect linked with mental and physical health problems in adulthood
Research from the University of Toronto found that childhood neglect, even without…
MS Drugmaker Fined €462.6 Million for Disparaging Rival
The European Commission has fined Teva €462.6 million for spreading misleading information…
Over 8 Million New Cases Reported As Tuberculosis Resurges As Top Killer: WHO
Tuberculosis (TB) is on the rise, with an estimated 8.2 million cases…
Innovations Shaping the Future of Kidney Care
The kidneys play a crucial role in maintaining health by eliminating waste…