oVRcome announces pilot program with NHS for autistic individuals
New Zealand-based virtual reality and cognitive behavioral therapy company oVRcome signed a contract with the U.K.'s National Health Service (NHS) to help autistic individuals navigate hospital environments and social interactions.…
Nearly 1 in 4 Adults Dumped From Medicaid Are Now Uninsured, Survey Finds
A recent survey found that nearly a quarter of adults disenrolled from Medicaid are now uninsured, with many struggling to retain coverage after pandemic-era protections expired. The survey showed that…
Transgender adults experience less distress after gender-confirming care access as teens
A study found that transgender adults in more transgender-friendly states are less likely to avoid healthcare. Adolescents who received gender-confirming care had lower rates of severe depression. Data from the…
No link found between obesity drugs and suicidal thoughts
Following a nine-month investigation, European regulators have found no evidence that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy cause suicidal thoughts or actions. This announcement by the European Medicines Agency aligns…
Barbados is in the grip of a diabetic foot amputation crisis
Barbados is facing a health crisis with high numbers of diabetic foot amputations, earning it the nickname "amputation capital of the world." The majority of hospital admissions for diabetes in…
Study finds that dopamine projections to the amygdala contribute to encoding identity-specific reward memories
A recent study at the University of California, Los Angeles found that dopamine projections to the basolateral amygdala play a crucial role in encoding identity-specific reward memories. Through experiments on…
Visualizing centriole genesis with microscopy and kinematic reconstruction techniques
Cells contain specialized structures called organelles, crucial for cell function and linked to diseases if dysfunctional. Researchers at the University of Geneva used high-resolution microscopy and kinematic techniques to visualize…
Helping Your Child Come to Terms With Their ADHD
Finding out your child has ADHD can be overwhelming, but it's important to focus on the positives. Knowing the diagnosis allows you to understand and help your child better. Medication…
High Infection Risk in RA-Associated ILD
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…
Overweight Children At High Risk Of Iron Deficiency: Study
A recent study found that not only underweight but also overweight or obese children and young adults are at a high risk of iron deficiency. Researchers from the University of…