A study in Nature Medicine focused on the relationship between early-life gut virome, or viruses in the gut, and the development of childhood asthma, independent of bacteria. The gut virome, specifically temperate phage taxa, was found to be associated with preschool asthma risk, along with the host genetics and the bacteriome. The study, conducted with…
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable neurological disease that affects each person differently. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and can include fatigue, blurry vision, muscle spasms, mood issues, and balance problems. The disease, which is an autoimmune condition, can affect work and home life, social and economic effects may include reduced work hours,…
A study found that 9 in 10 adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are not aware of their diagnosis. Primary care providers should improve screening for CKD since only 40% of those with diabetes and insurance receive appropriate testing. New drugs, such as SGLT2 inhibitors and nonsteroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, have considered the benefits of…
Incorporating a belly tightening cream into your skincare routine can transform your appearance and boost confidence. With carefully selected ingredients, these creams address concerns like sagging, stretch marks, and cellulite, promoting elasticity and firmer skin. Enriched with natural ingredients, they tighten, tone, and rejuvenate the delicate skin around the abdomen. The ritual of applying the…
Researchers have developed a smartphone app aimed at preventing falls in older adults. The app uses a combination of balance tests and questionnaires to assess the user’s risk of falling. Based on the results, the app then provides personalized recommendations for exercises and activities to improve balance and reduce the risk of falling. The app…
CPSI sold its subsidiary, American HealthTech, to PointClickCare Technologies. PointClickCare will now take over American HealthTech’s customer base in the post-acute care market. PointClickCare aims to address operational inefficiencies in healthcare and improve care delivery, patient experience, and access to real-time insights. The company’s EHR platform and technology solutions are designed to serve various healthcare…
The author discusses the need for decisive action in Ireland to address the issues of e-cigarettes and smoking. Vaping was initially promoted as an alternative to smoking but has become a concern due to its appeal to children and young adults and potential health risks. The addictive nature of nicotine in e-cigarettes and their role…
Research from the Journal of the American Medical Association found that there is a widespread myth that smoking marijuana is safer than smoking tobacco. The belief that Cannabis smoke is less harmful is not true, and it is important for people to be aware of the potential health risks associated with secondhand cannabis smoke. This…
A mother in North Carolina filed a complaint with the federal government in March 2022 after her second-grade son, who has autism and other conditions, repeatedly punched himself in the face in a seclusion room at Buckhorn Creek Elementary. Documents show that restraint and seclusion were part of her son’s special education plan, and the…
Frederick W. Miller, MD, PhD, reflects on his career in medicine and rheumatology, which began with his father’s diagnosis of melanoma. He pursued a combined MD-PhD program at Case Western Reserve University and completed his medical internship at Emory University and residency at Stanford University. He fell in love with rheumatology during his rotation at…
