h2o Therapeutics’ Apple Watch feature for Parkinson’s gets FDA medical device listing
Turkey-based digital health startup h2o therapeutics has announced the FDA listing of its new Apple Watch-enabled freezing of gait-cuing feature, Foggy, designed for Parkinson's Disease patients. Freezing of gait is…
As Bans Spread, Fluoride in Drinking Water Divides Communities Across the US
Regina Barrett, a retiree in Monroe, North Carolina, is unhappy with her tap water due to its appearance and the addition of fluoride. Union County recently voted to stop adding…
AAD, ASDS warn consumers of fake Botox injections following hospitalization reports
At least four individuals have been hospitalized with severe complications resembling botulism after receiving counterfeit Botox injections. The CDC is issuing warnings to doctors nationwide about these fake injections that…
A call to action on evolving risk to humans
The recent detection of H5N1 bird flu in U.S. cattle and a dairy worker contracting the virus is concerning, as federal health officials emphasize diligent monitoring but urge a departure…
When I use a word . . . Medical eggcorns
The article discusses different types of verbal errors that people make, including folk etymology, mondegreens, malapropisms, and eggcorns. It provides examples of medical eggcorns, which are verbal errors where a…
UK and Portuguese study strongly suggests ‘superbugs’ are being passed from pets to owners
New research presented at the ESCMID Global Congress in Barcelona shows that pet dogs and cats can play a significant role in the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The study found…
AI program can help identify signs of childbirth-related PTSD
Researchers have adapted an AI program to identify signs of childbirth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (CB-PTSD) by analyzing short narratives of patients who have given birth. The AI model successfully identified…
Could U.S. Measles Cases Break a Record This Year? What to Know
In April 2024, a mother in Atlanta, Georgia, kept her son with measles symptoms in the car outside the emergency room to avoid exposing others. The boy, unvaccinated and over…
ESG More Cost-Effective Long Term Than Semaglutide
A study comparing the cost-effectiveness of endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and semaglutide over a 5-year period in patients with class II obesity found that ESG resulted in greater weight loss…
Expert Recommends Self-Care To Manage The Silent Killer
Stress can stem from both negative and positive life experiences, impacting physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral aspects. Prolonged stress can lead to various health issues, worsen existing mental conditions, and…