Health2047 CEO: As Tech Advances, the Power of Community Engagement Can’t Be Forgotten
The decentralization of healthcare, accelerated by the pandemic, has led to the development of digital tools to help patients manage chronic conditions at home. However, many Americans lack access or…
Need for greater access to stroke services, survivors and carers tell new study
Irish stroke survivors, family carers, and healthcare professionals emphasize the need for future developments in stroke services to prioritize specialist community-based rehabilitation, ongoing support for life after stroke, and improved…
Research Funding Lacking for Cancers With High Mortality Rates
Researchers found disparities in cancer research funding from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and nonprofit organizations, as reported in JCO Oncology Practice. The study evaluated funding for solid tumors and…
FDA SAFETY WARNING: Prolia | Medical News Bulletin
Osteoporosis patients with chronic kidney disease using Prolia have a higher risk of developing dangerously low calcium levels, leading to severe harm, including life-threatening events and death. Patients should be…
Contributed: Shortcomings and opportunities for health equity in pediatrics
Children and young people in the United States face challenges in receiving timely and appropriate healthcare, especially for mental health and complex medical conditions. Digital health solutions offer hope, but…
Federal Lawmakers Take First Steps Toward Oversight of $50 Billion in Opioid Settlements
Some members of Congress are demanding federal oversight of billions in opioid settlements, with some state and local governments using it to plug budget holes rather than fight the addiction…
EHR use among primary care physicians is on the rise
Primary care physicians spent more time on electronic health records (EHR) between 2019 and 2023, with an average increase of 28.4 minutes per workday. Researchers also reported higher volumes of…
Dana Farber says 6 studies to be retracted and 31 corrected
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is retracting six papers and correcting 31 manuscripts after an alleged data manipulation review involving four of its top scientists. The institute also mentioned scores of studies…
Early deaths from cardiovascular disease reach 14 year high in England
The British Heart Foundation has reported that the number of premature deaths in England caused by cardiovascular disease has reached a 14-year high, signaling the worst heart care crisis in…
Routine health checks associated with decreased risk of death
Attending an NHS Health Check appointment in the UK is linked to a reduced risk of death and decreased risk of various diseases, including dementia and liver cirrhosis. The program…