Montana, an Island of Abortion Access, Preps for Consequential Elections and Court Decisions
A battle over abortion access is intensifying in Montana, with challenges to state laws pending in court, a ballot initiative for extra protections, and upcoming state Supreme Court seats that…
Online obesity treatment program effective, researchers find
An online obesity treatment and maintenance program resulted in significant weight loss among primary care patients, with participants losing an average of 3.6 kg during the 3-month weight loss phase.…
Gilead Sciences antiviral shows promise as new treatment
A new study conducted by scientists at the University of Texas Medical Branch suggests that the antiviral drug obeldesivir may be effective in treating Ebola Sudan infections, for which there…
Doctors’ industrial action: in search of an endgame
Kamran Abbasi, editor in chief of The BMJ, reflects on past strikes and the ongoing doctors’ strikes in the UK, highlighting the government's unwillingness to negotiate meaningfully. He draws parallels…
Why do we usually sleep at night? What happens when we don’t sleep? Experts discuss sleep health
Sleep is crucial for overall health, with many restorative processes happening during sleep. We sleep at night due to our biological clock, and disruptions can lead to poor health outcomes…
Nuclera appoints Joseph Bertelsen as Chief Commercial Officer
Nuclera, a biotech company revolutionizing protein expression screening, has appointed Joseph Bertelsen as Chief Commercial Officer. With 20+ years in life science tools and drug development, Bertelsen brings valuable sales…
I Will Always Be a Runner Even on Days When I Can’t Run
At the age of 7, Alison Feller was diagnosed with Crohn's disease, a chronic illness that she had to learn to manage throughout her life. Despite the challenges, she found…
New Expert Recommendations on Pediatric Vitiligo Care
Topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs), topical corticosteroids (TCSs), and topical Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors are recommended as mainstay treatments for children, adolescents, and young adults with vitiligo. Guidelines specifically addressing pediatric…
Spending Quality Time With A Dog Can Reduce Stress, Improve Concentration: Study
A new study has shown that spending quality time with a dog can help reduce stress and improve concentration. The study, published in the journal Plus One, analyzed how different…
Zydus Lifesciences wins USFDA nod for Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride Injection for certain mental disorders
Zydus Lifesciences has received approval from the USFDA for their Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride Injection, which is used to treat certain mental disorders. The medication has been found effective in managing conditions…