Studies reveal unique challenges faced by younger patients with colorectal cancer
Studies presented at the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress 2024 reveal that younger adults with colon cancer are often diagnosed at later stages and have more aggressive tumors, leading…
EMA Authorizes Korjuny for Malignant Ascites
Korjuny, a medication approved by the European Medicines Agency, is used for the intraperitoneal treatment of malignant ascites in patients not eligible for further systemic anticancer therapy. The medication contains…
Investing in Reproductive Health Companies Post-Dobbs: A Moral and Strategic Imperative
The 2022 Dobbs decision has weakened federal protections for abortion and led to states imposing stricter laws, hindering access to abortion for millions of women. This has disproportionately affected low-income…
More than 500 whooping cough cases recorded in Ireland so far this year
Healthcare staff are urging pregnant women to get the whooping cough vaccine to protect their newborns from a surge in cases of pertussis. In Ireland, there have been 514 cases…
More Mobile Clinics Are Bringing Long-Acting Birth Control to Rural Areas
The UniMóvil program in southern Texas uses a mobile clinic to provide women's health care, including birth control, to rural areas. The program aims to increase access to long-acting contraception…
Boundaries can ensure quality care, promote clinician wellness
Patients now have unprecedented access to their healthcare providers through online portals, leading to an increase in communication outside of traditional methods like on-call pagers. The lack of guidelines for…
We’re reading about a new CVS chief, obesity meds cutting ODs
CVS Health is appointing David Joyner as the new chief executive, taking over from Karen Lynch. The company has faced financial challenges and a declining stock price, prompting the need…
Consider the patient as a whole
Launer discusses the importance of incorporating "generalism" into medical practice, particularly in the field of palliative care where holistic care is crucial. He highlights the benefits of considering the patient's…
Routine blood test can identify laboring women at risk for preeclampsia, prompt interventions to protect mom and baby
A blood test can predict preeclampsia risk in laboring women, which can lead to preventative measures to protect both mother and baby. Preeclampsia, a dangerous complication of pregnancy, affects 5-10%…
Preoperative nutrition program enhances patient recovery
A preoperative nutrition program can improve patient outcomes and save healthcare systems money, according to a study presented at the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress 2024. By providing nutrients…