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A recent study found that a combination of the drugs empagliflozin and citalopram is effective in treating major depressive disorder. The researchers discovered that this combination resulted in significant improvements in depressive symptoms compared to taking citalopram alone. Empagliflozin, a medication typically used to treat diabetes, was found to enhance the effects of citalopram, an…

The authors discuss the need for the UK to streamline priorities, forge respectful partnerships, and drive multilateral reform in global health. They highlight the UK’s historical leadership in global health, with initiatives like the Health is Global strategy, but note recent setbacks, such as cuts to global health aid and delays in humanitarian aid. They…

Some specialists are suggesting replacing the term AIDS with “advanced HIV” as they believe the acronym is redundant, stigmatizing, and potentially harmful. The term AIDS was initially coined in 1982 by the CDC to describe a disease affecting people with weakened immunity. While some organizations have already removed AIDS from their names, others argue that…

Connie Steed, an infection prevention consultant and APIC’s immediate past president, was honored with the 2024 Carole DeMille Achievement Award for her more than 4 decades in infection prevention. The award celebrates a lifetime of achievements and honors an APIC infection preventionist member who has advanced the practice and profession of infection prevention and control….

A new medical group in California is dedicated to providing healthcare to homeless individuals, known as street medicine. Healthcare in Action is led by Sachin Jain and aims to capture government funding to address the health issues that cause and are exacerbated by homelessness. Street medicine providers, previously reliant on charity, are now eligible for…

AIRS Medical has secured $20 million in funding to expand globally and invest in R&D for its AI technology that enhances MRI scanning. In Hong Kong, a project has received funding to develop AI-driven social support for mental health. MediSim VR has opened a VR training lab for medical students in Chennai, while SoftBank has…

This monthly roundup highlights major funding rounds in the payer/employer space. This month, HiLabs raised $39 million in Series B funding for its AI-driven data management products, Pelago secured $58 million in Series C funding for its virtual clinic for substance use management, Brightside Health received $33 million in Series C funding for its telemental…

The Apple Women’s Health Study found that irregular menstrual cycles, with or without polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), are linked to increased cardiometabolic risk. This study, involving over 60,000 women, highlighted the importance of menstrual history as a vital sign for health. Women with persistently irregular cycles were more likely to have cardiometabolic conditions such as…

Collagen supplements are increasingly popular for skin, joint, and bone health benefits. Collagen is a key protein in the body, supporting tissues like skin and bones. Supplements can be sourced from bovine, marine, porcine, and plant-based options. Bovine collagen is rich in types I and III beneficial for skin, while marine collagen offers types I…

Controversial legislation in some states has allowed hospital mergers that create monopolies, despite the Federal Trade Commission’s belief that competition is beneficial for the economy. The creation of Ballad Health in Tennessee and Virginia resulted in a state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, leading to issues like longer wait times in emergency rooms. Critics argue that such mergers…

An international team of researchers has developed a new biomarker tool, the Space Omics and Medical Atlas (SOMA), to improve astronaut health and aid in the field of aerospace medicine. SOMA is a database of integrated data and sample repository from various space missions that can provide valuable biomedical profiling for monitoring the health impacts…

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis-associated interstitial lung disease (RA-ILD) are at a high risk for serious and fatal infections, with age, inflammation, and corticosteroid therapy further increasing this risk. A study conducted in Spain followed 148 patients with RA-ILD and found that almost all patients experienced at least one infection during the follow-up period, with respiratory…

Following a false alarm of a gunman in two Pittsburgh Catholic schools, the diocese formed its own armed police force led by Wendell Hissrich, a former FBI unit chief. The officers oversee school campuses equipped with safety kits and are trained to de-escalate situations. Gun violence in schools remains a concern, with research showing that…

The content discusses the benefits of human milk, particularly focusing on complex sugars called human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs). HMOs are believed to support the microbiome in infants, leading to numerous health benefits such as a stronger immune system and protection against diseases. Researchers are exploring the potential of harnessing these benefits for adults, particularly immunocompromised…

A recent study suggests that diagnosing obesity based solely on Body Mass Index (BMI) may be insufficient. The distribution of body fat, specifically abdominal fat, is a more crucial factor in determining health risks associated with obesity. The European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) has introduced a new framework for diagnosing and managing…

DENVER — The ability to provide adolescents with highly effective anti-obesity medications that now carry approvals from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and support in guidelines offers reassurance of their use; however, a reality check often awaits for clinicians in terms of challenges ranging from accessing and affording the medications to managing real…

From September 2025, a new law will ban the sale of tobacco and e-cigarettes through vending machines in Ireland. Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly announced the prohibition as part of ongoing efforts to protect the population from the health risks of tobacco products. The ban aims to denormalize the sale of these harmful products and…

Summarize this content to 100 words WASHINGTON — Congress did nothing this spring to rein in how pharmacy benefit managers operate, which is precisely the outcome the industry’s lobbyists wanted. And the PBM industry spent big to get that result, new disclosures show. The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association, the industry’s biggest trade group, spent a…

About a third of employers are integrating value-based care into their employer-sponsored insurance, according to a new survey. Another third of employers are determining the “best-fit strategies for their organization” when it comes to accountable care. The report was published Sunday by the Milken Institute with support from Morgan Health, a JPMorgan Chase healthcare unit…

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A federal judge has denied the Federal Trade Commission’s request for an injunction to block Novant Health’s plan to buy two North Carolina hospitals. The FTC argued that the acquisition would give Novant control of over 65% of the region’s inpatient market. The deal involves Novant purchasing two hospitals in the same county from Community…

In 2014, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services drafted a plan to prevent overbilling by Medicare Advantage health insurers, requiring them to identify overpayments and refund the government. However, they abandoned the plan in May 2014 due to industry pressure. This decision is at the center of a multibillion-dollar civil fraud case against UnitedHealth…

A recent survey by the Royal College of Anaesthetists found that most anaesthetists have a negative view of anaesthesia associates (AAs). Consultants who regularly work with AAs have a more positive view, while those in training who have never worked with AAs hold the most negative opinions. The survey, conducted by Research by Design, had…

Hospitals are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks that can compromise patient care systems, with experts likening the impact to natural disasters. Despite federal requirements to protect patient data, many hospitals lack basic cybersecurity protocols. The Biden administration is looking to implement mandatory measures to address this issue. Patients have faced serious consequences from cyberattacks, such as…