Smacking: Paediatricians call for ban in England and Northern Ireland
The Royal College of Paediatricians and Child Health (RCPCH) is calling for the removal of the “reasonable punishment” defence in England and Northern Ireland that allows parents to justify physical…
Primary care program blending virtual with in-person options connects locals to family physicians
An innovative health care program called Integrated Virtual Care (IVC) developed by University of Ottawa researchers successfully matched residents in Renfrew County, Ontario, without family physicians to comprehensive, team-based primary…
Study pinpoints 95 locations in the genome associated with risk of developing PTSD
A recent genetic study of over 1.2 million individuals identified 95 genetic loci associated with the risk of developing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study, the largest of its kind,…
Don’t Worry, Gen Z, Your Face Isn’t Aging Faster Than Others
The rise of skin care influencers on social media has led many young people to seek anti-aging products and procedures, despite experts stating that there is no evidence that Gen…
Early Evidence Supports Ketogenic Diet for Mental Illness
A new pilot study suggests that the ketogenic diet may reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, reverse metabolic syndrome, and promote weight loss. Participants on the high-fat, low-carb diet…
Knowing The Importance of Blister Patches
Athletes often get blisters from friction, moisture, and repetitive movement. This discomfort is intensified by the interface between the skin and sports equipment. Blister patches are adhesive dressings that can…
Choosing the right treatment for male androgenetic alopecia
Male androgenetic alopecia, commonly known as male pattern baldness, can be treated with oral or topical minoxidil. Oral minoxidil is more effective in promoting hair growth but may have more…
Novel Parkinson’s Disease Drug Will Join AbbVie With Positive Phase 3 Data In Hand
An experimental Parkinson’s disease drug, tavapadon, has shown promising results in a pivotal study conducted by Cerevel Therapeutics. The drug led to a longer time of motor symptom control in…
Clinic sought discovery of documentation from Medical Council
In a recent High Court case, Ras Medical Ltd t/a Auralia Cosmetic Clinic sought discovery from the Medical Council during judicial review proceedings. A patient attended the Clinic and was…
Synapticure partners with ALS Association to expand telehealth access
Synapticure, a neurology-focused telehealth company, has partnered with the ALS Association to provide its telehealth platform to supplement in-person care at ALS treatment centers. The partnership aims to address care…