Biological mechanism discovered that could lead to new treatments for neurological disorders and cancers
Researchers at the Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute have identified a biological mechanism involving RNA methylation that regulates mitochondrial function and could lead to new treatments for neurological diseases like…
New study finds interferon-γ release assays more effective than skin tests in predicting tuberculosis
A study compared the accuracy of tuberculin skin tests (TST) and interferon-γ release assays (IGRAs) in predicting tuberculosis (TB) progression. The research focused on individuals at high risk of developing…
How Therapy Can Help During Life-Changing Events Like COVID
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Jenn Kearney found solace in her years of therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Therapy equipped her with coping skills that helped manage anxiety when her…
Women Still Earn Less Than Men in Healthcare, WHO Reveals
A recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights the gender disparities in healthcare and caregiving sectors, where women make up the majority but receive lower salaries and face…
Daily Contact With Young Children Increases Pneumonia Risk In Elderly Adults: Study
A recent study found that daily contact with young children increases the risk of elderly adults acquiring pneumonia-causing bacteria. Streptococcus pneumonia, or pneumococcus, is associated with severe diseases like pneumonia…
Centre’s law to regulate clinical establishments, Delhi HC lauds move
The Delhi High Court has commended the Centre's move to introduce a law to regulate clinical establishments. The law aims to improve the quality of healthcare services by setting standards…
Should New Entrants Bother With Selling Point Solutions To Employers?
Employers are experiencing point solution fatigue from managing multiple solutions targeting specific conditions from different vendors. Some experts, like Christina Farr, suggest that startups should avoid targeting employers due to…
Afami-Cel Yields Durable Responses in Heavily Pretreated Synovial Sarcoma
Afamitresgene autoleucel (afami-cel), a T-cell therapy, showed promising results in treating synovial sarcoma in a phase 2 trial. The therapy led to durable responses in heavily pretreated patients, with an…
WHO releases generative AI health promotion tool called S.A.R.A.H.
The World Health Organization has launched a new generative AI assistant called S.A.R.A.H., which provides information on various health topics in eight languages. The AI assistant can help users with…
The Horrors of TMJ: Chronic Pain, Metal Jaws, and Futile Treatments
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ) affect up to 33 million Americans and are often misunderstood and ineffectively treated. Many patients undergo multiple surgeries with diminishing returns, such as inserting prosthetic eyeballs…