Public consultation on adult safeguarding in health and social care opens
The Irish government has opened a public consultation for new proposals to protect vulnerable adults from abuse while receiving care. The consultation is seeking submissions from the public before the…
Effectiveness of Breast Cancer Recurrence Score Varies by Race
The 21-gene recurrence score can predict the benefits of adjuvant chemotherapy for certain breast cancer patients, but its effectiveness varies by race. A study published found that the score is…
Talkspace, Bicycle Health partner to expand therapeutic offerings
Teletherapy company Talkspace and virtual opioid use disorder treatment company Bicycle Health are partnering to expand access to virtual care for patients. Talkspace offers therapy for adults, teens, and couples,…
Journalists Catch Up on Top Issues Facing 2024 Voters, From Obamacare to Opioids
Kaiser Health News (KHN) is a nonprofit newsroom focused on health and health policy. They distribute their journalism for free through media partners and appreciate support from readers. KHN is…
Juul spent big to court Black leaders to promote its e-cigarettes, new documents show
Vape maker Juul was revealed to have aggressively pursued partnerships with Black leaders, including discussions of multi-million dollar partnerships with civil rights organizations. internal emails and documents released as part…
GP contract: Practices at risk of closure unless 1.9% offer is improved, warns BMA
The BMA's General Practitioners Committee for England has warned that many general practices face closure or staff redundancies unless the government improves its contractual offer. The proposed 1.9% increase in…
Researchers identify protein linked to metastasis in pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is the 3rd leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US, with a poor survival rate, largely due to metastasis. A study published in Advanced Science by University…
CAR T cells target senescent cells, improve healthspan in mice
CAR T cell therapy pioneered at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) is showing promise in treating age-related diseases, such as metabolic decline, and could extend lifespan. The approach, using…
Can ‘Soda Taxes’ Improve Our Health?
A new study suggests that taxes on sugary beverages like soda can reduce demand and may improve public health. Research shows that sugary drinks have little nutritional value, and their…
New, Updated Guidelines for Comprehensive Epilepsy Care
The first updated guidelines for specialized epilepsy centers in a decade focus on addressing the overall well-being of patients, including genetic testing and counseling, mental health screening, and special attention…