Heavy alcohol use linked to increased risk of Type 2 diabetes in middle-aged adults
Heavy alcohol use in middle-aged adults increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by affecting liver and pancreas function, which impacts blood sugar control. Research presented at the American…
How the Kitchen Can Heal and Help You Love Food Again
Douglass Williams was diagnosed with Crohn's disease at 16, which led to significant health challenges including weight loss and limitations in his diet. Despite these challenges, he pursued his passion…
Telemedicine Reduces Readmission in Post-PCI ACS Patients
A new trial called TELE-ACS showed that patients with acute coronary syndrome who underwent PCI had a 76% lower rate of hospital readmission after 6 months if they participated in…
Chronic musculoskeletal pain may contribute to higher risk of cognitive decline, study finds
A study has found that chronic musculoskeletal pain can increase the risk of cognitive decline. The research suggests that persistent pain in the muscles and joints may have a negative…
4 Things Digital Health Investors Look for in a Tight Funding Environment
As interest rates rise, digital health companies are facing a tighter VC market, with funding dropping from $29.1 billion in 2021 to $10.7 billion in 2022. Despite this, some VCs…
New obesity medicines to be ‘way more effective’ than Ozempic
Specialists at the IMO AGM discussed the rise of semaglutide as a weight-loss drug, with newer, more effective medications on the horizon. Prof Donal O’Shea highlighted the potential of tirzepatide…
Chelation therapy fails to improve cardiovascular outcomes after heart attack: TACT2
Chelation therapy, involving IV infusions of a metal-binding agent, did not show clinical benefit in post-MI patients with diabetes, according to the TACT2 trial. The therapy reduced lead levels in…
Half of cancer drugs given accelerated approval fail in later trials
A recent study presented at the American Association for Cancer Research annual meeting revealed that about half of cancer drugs approved through the FDA's accelerated approval pathway do not show…
France to fine patients who miss medical appointments
France plans to introduce a five euro penalty for patients who miss medical appointments, aiming to address the 27 million consultations wasted each year. The penalty is part of Prime…
Regular late-life exercise has a beneficial impact on DNA damage and telomere dysfunction
A new study presented at the American Physiology Summit shows that regular aerobic exercise later in life can prevent DNA damage and telomere dysfunction, improving vascular health. Previous studies indicated…