KFF Health News correspondents discussed various health issues on NPR and Wisconsin Public Radio. Daniel Chang discussed malfunctions of the FDA-approved LVAD Heart Mate 3 mechanical heart pump, Aneri Pattani discussed opioid settlement funds, and Julie Rovner discussed abortion bans in Texas and New Orleans. KFF Health News is a national newsroom that produces in-depth…
The FDA has approved revised instructions for use for a neuromodulation device for HF, incorporating long-term, postmarket data from the BeAT-HF randomized clinical trial. The device, Barostim, is indicated for patients with NYHA class III HF or class II with a recent history of class III, a left ventricular ejection fraction of 35% or less,…
STAT publishes selected Letters to the Editor in response to their First Opinion essays to encourage robust, good-faith discussions about difficult issues. Some of these letters include calls for disaggregation of racial and ethnic categories in health disparities data, addressing food insecurity through better nutrition education, and the need for less intimidating alternatives to EpiPens…
NHS England is looking into whether the BMA’s refusals to recall striking doctors has impacted services. Junior doctors in England started a six-day strike, the longest in NHS history, on January 3. NHS England addressed concerns raised by the BMA about the process for recalling striking doctors. Their priority during the strike is to support…
A study by researchers at Ruppin Academic Center and Columbia University found that following an attack by Hamas in Israel, the prevalence of probable PTSD, depression, and anxiety symptoms significantly increased. The study showed that mental health impacts were particularly severe, with 29% of PTSD prevalence doubling from two months before to after the attack….
Neutrophils are the body’s first line of defense against invaders, but Yersinia pestis, the bacteria responsible for bubonic and pneumonic plague, can evade the immune system, causing fatal infections. Researchers at the University of Louisville are studying how Y. pestis evades the immune system to apply this knowledge to control other pathogens. Y. pestis suppresses…
A new direct-to-patient portal called LillyDirect by Eli Lilly will allow patients to obtain anti-obesity medications for as little as $25 a month. This is seen as a major shift in medication accessibility for those struggling with obesity. There are also improvements in insurance coverage for these medications, and new research reveals the benefits of…
The Food and Drug Administration approved berdazimer gel 10.3% for the treatment of molluscum contagiosum (MC) in adults and children aged 1 year or older. The approval was based on a 12-week pivotal phase 3 trial in which the gel helped 32.4% of patients achieve complete clearance of MC lesions compared with 19.7% of those…
This blog post discusses the common issue of dark spots and provides a list of the best dark spot removers for 2024. It explores their ingredients, potential benefits, and user feedback. The list includes products like Enaskin Dark Spot Remover for Face and Body, EnaSkin Dark Spot Corrector for Face, REMEDIAL PAX Dark Spot Remover…
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Renowned Vascular Surgeon Dr. Ravul Jindal has been honored with the “Vascular Surgeon of the Year” Award at the GICA 2023. This prestigious award recognizes his exceptional contributions to the field of vascular surgery. Dr. Jindal’s expertise and dedication have earned him this recognition, solidifying his reputation as a leader in the field. His outstanding…
A group of U.S. senators sent a letter to HHS urging it to drop its appeal of a federal court decision that limits the use of copay accumulators. Copay accumulators prevent copay assistance from counting towards patients’ deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums. The court decision allows the use of these programs only for brand-name medications with…
Carlow town practice is seeking a GP to join their team. The practice currently has 3 GPs and a young patient profile with a large private practice and a sizable GMS list. The successful applicant will take over a cohort of patients for 8 sessions per week and must be eligible to take on a…
Lower trabecular bone scores (TBS) are linked to skeletal fragility in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. While dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry is less predictive of fracture risk in CKD patients, TBS may be a better assessment tool. A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies published until July 2023 showed lower TBS values in non-dialysis CKD patients,…
Researchers at Radboud University and University Medical Center Utrecht are working on restoring speech in people with paralysis disorders using brain signal readers and artificial intelligence. They have developed a brain-computer interface that can produce accurate speech by reading brain waves, giving hope to people with locked-in syndrome. The study involved non-paralyzed individuals with brain…
California-based real-world data platform Atropos Health has added healthcare data analytics company Arcadia to its portfolio, providing Arcadia’s provider customers and life sciences users access to Atropos’ offerings. Atropos Health offers AI innovations, evidence generation, analytics augmentation, and data evaluation to help physicians access real-world evidence. Arcadia is a healthcare data platform that gives providers…
Rural Americans are facing a growing crisis in access to health care, with the closure of hospitals and a lack of services leaving many in health care deserts. This trend has persisted for years, with about 150 rural hospitals closing since 2010. In a podcast episode, KFF Health News correspondent Sarah Jane Tribble discusses the…
K2 Medical Research has entered a research pilot with Magruder Eye Institute and RetiSpec to use AI-driven technology to prescreen eligible candidates for clinical trials in an eye care setting. The collaboration aims to reduce the time needed to recruit eligible participants by using RetiSpec’s AI technology to detect neurological diseases through an eye exam….
The Biden administration has approved Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ plan to import a limited set of brand drugs from Canada. This paves the way for other states to follow suit but also sets up a political fight to take credit for the drug-price-lowering measure. Florida was the first state to import these drugs, and other…
The New Year brings the opportunity for new resolutions, with exercise being a top priority for many. Forbes magazine reports that hitting the gym is a common goal for Brits, but researchers suggest that spending time in green spaces may offer additional benefits. The concept of friluftsliv, or the power of connecting with nature, has…
A recent study from Rutgers University found that among Black adolescents, feeling connected to their school community can have a long-lasting impact on mental health. The study, published in the Journal of Youth and Adolescence, showed that school connectedness is a protective factor against depression and aggressive behavior later in life for Black students. Analyzing…
A newly published study in Nature has found that the molecule Nav1.7 plays a crucial role in osteoarthritis (OA) by regulating chondrocyte metabolism and causing pain in the condition. Mice with reduced Nav1.7 expression showed a decrease in pain associated with OA, but the disease itself progressed. On the other hand, the inhibition of Nav1.7…
A recent study has called into question the health benefits of drinking water, suggesting that the recommended consumption of eight glasses a day is not backed by scientific evidence. However, staying hydrated has many health benefits, including maintaining the body’s fluid balance, controlling calorie intake, energizing muscles during exercise, keeping skin looking good, helping kidney…
Philip Segal and Bruno Barrey were diagnosed with prostate cancer and opted for active surveillance to monitor but not treat the disease. Each has a different approach; Segal, at age 80, plans to maintain the status quo while Barrey, age 57, abandoned active surveillance after six months and opted for radiation therapy, as his cancer…
Toilet seats for seniors are essential for preventing falls in the bathroom. Raised seats with adjustable heights and added features like handles make it easier for seniors to use the toilet safely. Combining them with accessories like grab bars and non-slip mats enhances overall bathroom safety. When selecting toilet seats for the elderly, it’s important…
ARPANET był pionierską siecią komputerową, wprowadzoną w 1969 roku przez Departament Obrony Stanów Zjednoczonych. Miała na celu umożliwienie komunikacji między uniwersytetami i instytutami badawczymi, co zapoczątkowało rozwój Internetu. ARPANET wprowadził innowacyjne technologie, takie jak protokół TCP/IP. Nie był w stanie sprostać rosnącym potrzebom użytkowników, co doprowadziło do zastąpienia go bardziej zaawansowanymi sieciami w 1990 roku….
A newly developed PET radiotracer allows for the early and noninvasive detection of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This technology facilitates the detection of IBD at an early stage, allowing for prompt treatment and management. By using cookies for analytics, advertising, and site improvement, users agree to their continued use. Further information on cookies can be…
In 2023, hospitals in the United States showed significant improvement in complying with price transparency regulations, as reported by Turquoise Health. The regulations, enforced by CMS since 2021, mandate that hospitals must post their pricing and negotiated charges on their websites in a consumer-friendly manner. Turquoise’s report found that 90.7% of hospitals had posted a…
The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation reported that more than 120,000 patients were admitted to hospital without a bed in 2023, a record number. However, the HSE and Department of Health dispute this, stating that trolley numbers actually fell by 20% in the last six months of 2023 compared to the previous year, with 80%…
The study found that the influenza vaccine for the 2022-2023 season was moderately effective in reducing influenza-A-associated emergency and urgent care encounters and hospitalizations in the US. The research involved adults with acute respiratory illness and used data from the VISION Network. It found that overall vaccine effectiveness was 44.0% against influenza-A-associated emergency and urgent…
VMocion, a technology company, has received $3 million in seed funding from AZ Crown and Mayo Clinic. Their 3V technologies provide users with a sense of physical motion while in extended reality, eliminating motion sickness by stimulating the ear’s vestibular system to create a sense of balance. The company plans to advance its technology with…
KFF Health News’ “What the Health?” discusses the ongoing debate on abortion, a new law in California that helps out-of-state doctors receive reproductive health training, and ballot initiatives on abortion. The debate is coming to a head in light of a federal appeals court ruling doctors in Texas are not required to perform abortions during…
High salt intake is linked to chronic kidney disease, especially in those with lower BMI and physical activity levels. A study of 465,288 participants found that those who added salt to their food had a higher risk of CKD, with higher salt intake associated with higher BMI and decreased kidney function. The positive association of…
Delfi Diagnostics, a startup focusing on using blood draws for cancer detection, has appointed Susan Tousi, Illumina’s chief commercial officer, as its new CEO. This marks her as the fourth top executive to leave Illumina since June. Tousi will start her role next week to lead the company as it expands its commercial efforts. Founding…
NHS England and some NHS trusts have been accused by the BMA of undermining the process for recalling striking junior doctors in unexpected and extreme circumstances, making the union’s situation impossible. The junior doctors began a six-day strike, the longest in NHS history, on January 3. The BMA had previously agreed with NHS England to…
The content explains the difficulty in detecting malaria in asymptomatic individuals and the importance of identifying asymptomatic infections for public health. Detecting asymptomatic individuals is difficult as parasite counts can fluctuate and older detection tests are less sensitive. The study conducted in Uganda shows that a daily sampling schedule was comparable to daily testing at…
A recent cohort study in the US examined the incidence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. They found a reduction in UTI diagnoses during the early pandemic period with no change in disease severity. The study used a commercial claims database with data on over 13 million privately…
Teaching children proper hygiene habits is important for reducing the number of colds and illnesses they experience. Regular hand-washing, covering coughs and sneezes, healthy eating, playing outside, and getting vaccinated are all strategies to support immune health. Kids are influenced by the behavior of adults, so leading by example is crucial in instilling good habits….
Dr. Mark Lewis witnessed the agony of a patient with a metastasized gastrointestinal tumor. He urgently requested an opioid prescription to alleviate the patient’s pain, but the insurer required prior authorization. Despite no communication or red flags, the patient left the pharmacy empty-handed, ending up in the ER in excruciating pain. Such delays can harm…
Abstaining from or reducing alcohol consumption in January can bring numerous health benefits and reduce the risk of developing oral and esophageal cancer. A new study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that stopping alcohol consumption for at least five years could significantly decrease the risk of oral and esophageal cancer. However,…
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High fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio is associated with an increased risk of stroke recurrence and poor functional outcome in patients with stroke caused by large artery atherosclerosis (LAA). This finding suggests that the fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio could be a potential biomarker for predicting outcomes in LAA stroke patients. The study emphasizes the importance of monitoring and managing this…
Critics believe that value-based care (VBC) has failed to improve the cost and quality of healthcare, resulting in billions of lost dollars and little to no improvement in quality outcomes. However, proponents argue that transitioning away from the fee-for-service model is necessary due to the unsustainable path of healthcare spending. VBC aims to put patients…
Pharma giant Lilly has launched LillyDirect, a digital health experience for patients with diabetes, obesity, and migraines. This platform offers access to healthcare providers, educational information, and a digital pharmacy for select Lilly medicines. Patients can order drugs through a third-party online pharmacy fulfillment service and access telehealth providers. This move reflects a larger trend…
PFAS chemicals are found in many consumer goods and can accumulate in soil, water, fish, and our bodies. These “forever chemicals” have been linked to health issues. Federal efforts to curb PFAS exposure have mainly focused on drinking water, with little regulation for freshwater fish. At least 17 states have issued PFAS-related fish consumption advisories,…
Strata Skin Sciences has expanded its distribution agreement with Kosmo Meditech in Korea through 2026. The agreement includes performance-based purchase requirements for both direct capital sales and recurring revenue sales. Strata develops dermatologic products such as excimer lasers, lamp systems, and acne therapy systems, which are distributed by Kosmo in Korea. The expansion of this…
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Hyesook Jeon and her husband split their time between South Korea and Canada. When it was time to give birth in 2010, they chose Seoul due to Korea’s focus on postpartum care. After a caesarean section, Jeon stayed at a sanhujoriwon for two weeks, receiving care from certified nurses and focusing on her recovery. These…
A study conducted by a trio of pediatricians at Cohen Children’s Medical Center in New York found that the diagnostic skills of ChatGPT are lacking. They tested ChatGPT by asking it to diagnose 100 random pediatric case studies, but found that it was only correct 17 times, and even then some of those were still…
PharmaKure has received approval from the UK MHRA to begin a Phase 2a study for its drug PK051, intended for the treatment of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to Alzheimer’s Disease. PK051 is an oral combined drug that targets the disaggregation of amyloid-β proteins, believed to be the initial event in Alzheimer’s Disease pathology. The…