Almost a third of UK doctors are considering moving abroad soon, survey suggests
A survey by the General Medical Council (GMC) found that 30% of doctors in the UK are considering leaving to work abroad in the next 12 months. Of the 3154…
Study suggests staying current with COVID-19 vaccinations helps combat emerging variants
New research from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) suggests that updated COVID-19 vaccines prompt a strong immune response against previous strains and emerging variants. The study, published as a…
New genetic variants could raise a woman’s risk of cervical cancer from HPV infections
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common cancer-causing virus that can lead to cervical cancer if infections persist. A study led by University of Maryland School of Medicine researchers identified genetic…
Tylenol During Pregnancy Not Linked to Higher Risk of ADHD, Autism
New research has found that taking acetaminophen during pregnancy, such as Tylenol, does not increase the risk of autism, ADHD, or intellectual disabilities in children. The study analyzed data from…
Is Europe on the Brink of an Opioid Crisis?
At the 32nd European Congress of Psychiatry, research suggests that Europe is not facing an opioid crisis like the United States. Prescription opioid deaths are lower, with only a slight…
Hypertensive Disorders In Pregnancy Linked To Fatal Heart Disease Risk After Giving Birth: Study
Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy increase the risk of cardiovascular mortality for up to a year postpartum. A study published in Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology found that conditions causing high blood…
Microwave Ablation promising treatment alternative for patients with multifocal papillary thyroid carcinoma: Study
Microwave ablation has been identified as a promising treatment alternative for patients with multifocal papillary thyroid carcinoma, according to a recent study. Researchers have found this method to be effective…
Bridging the Gap Between Physical and Mental Health
The U.S. healthcare system is facing a crisis as millions of people with mental illness are not receiving treatment due to various barriers such as cost, stigma, and lack of…
New AI-powered app may help diagnose early Alzheimer’s disease
Tallaght University Hospital is introducing GaitKeeper, a new smartphone app powered by artificial intelligence that can assess gait and help diagnose conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple…
Are Coffee Enemas Safe? Do they work?
Coffee enemas are not safe and can cause rectal burns and other negative side effects. Despite claims that they can cure various illnesses, there is no scientific evidence to support…