Research suggests link between medical cannabis for chronic pain and abnormal heart rhythm
A study published in the European Heart Journal found that people using medical cannabis for chronic pain have a slightly increased risk of experiencing arrhythmia, which is when the heart…
Pangolins’ genetic makeup linked to increased coronavirus susceptibility
A study published in Scientific Reports suggests that pangolins are highly susceptible to coronavirus infection due to the pseudogenization of key immune system genes in their genome. Researchers analyzed pangolin…
How Does Too Much Sugar Affect Your Body?
The average American consumes about 17 teaspoons of added sugar each day, and sugary drinks, candy, baked goods, and sweetened dairy are the main sources of added sugar. Excess sugar…
FDA Rejects GI Cancer Drug Over Manufacturing Issues
The FDA has rejected approval of the cancer drug zolbetuximab due to manufacturing issues. The drug, developed by Astellas, was intended for treating a specific type of gastric cancer. The…
Expert Offers Tips To Fight Off Cold And Flu
To stay healthy as temperatures drop and flu season lingers, focus on maintaining a nutritious diet. Nutrition expert Bonnie Taub-Dix recommends incorporating immunity-boosting foods rich in vitamin C, omega-3 fatty…
Bipolar disorder linked to higher risk of premature death compared to smoking
Bipolar disorder is associated with a higher risk of premature death compared to smoking. Researchers have found that individuals with bipolar disorder have a reduced life expectancy by an average…
MedCity News is Accepting Applications for the Healthcare Startup Pitch Perfect Contest in Chicago
Healthcare startups in health tech, diagnostics, medtech, and biotech are invited to apply for the MedCity News startup pitch contest at the INVEST conference in Chicago on May 21-22. The…
Patient waiting lists fall in 2023, but miss overall target
In 2023, there was an 11 per cent reduction in patients waiting longer than 10/12 weeks for a hospital procedure, but the overall waiting lists fell by just three per…
Oral SERDs Provide PFS Benefit in HR+, HER2- Advanced Breast Cancer
A meta-analysis supports the use of oral selective estrogen receptor degraders (SERDs) for patients with hormone receptor (HR)-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer. The analysis showed a significant improvement in progression-free…
Eisai harnesses wearables data for AI-led Alzheimer’s prediction
Japanese pharmaceutical company Eisai and Oita University have developed an AI model that uses data from wearable devices to predict Alzheimer's disease. The study collected data from 122 individuals aged…