Dr. Brendan O’Shea emphasizes the importance of active citizenship in protecting Irish democracy, stating that it is currently in danger but worth fighting for. He encourages individuals to be prepared to participate in this fight, emphasizing that the time for action is now in 2024. The post on Irish Medical Times urges readers to be…
LG Electronics has launched Primefocus Health, a new venture that will develop a healthcare delivery platform for providers. This platform will use technologies and therapies for remote patient monitoring and providing access to new therapies through technology applications. Providers will be able to collect patient data, communicate with patients, track progress, and intervene when necessary….
Jolynn Mungenast, a financial counselor at Rochester Regional Health, assists patients in finding solutions to pay their hospital bills without resorting to aggressive collection tactics. Rochester Regional Health, a nonprofit system, has eliminated lawsuits, wage garnishments, liens on homes, and denials of care for unpaid bills. Instead, they focus on enrolling patients in health insurance,…
Newron Pharmaceuticals announced positive topline results from a phase 2/3 study of evenamide for patients with chronic schizophrenia who have an inadequate response to current antipsychotic therapy. The study met its primary endpoint of improvement on the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS). Evenamide was well-tolerated, with no new safety concerns identified. A key secondary…
Stay current with the latest developments in biotech by subscribing to the newsletter. Novo is conducting trials on its GLP-1 drugs for various indications, including alcohol-related liver disease. Senator Durbin criticizes Amgen for selling a high dose of a lung cancer drug at a significant cost. Eisai and Biogen have applied to sell their Alzheimer’s…
Freelance journalist Katharine Lang investigates the neurological impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection, highlighting symptoms such as brain fog, loss of smell, and cognitive dysfunction. Studies show that these effects can persist in both severe and mild cases of Covid-19, with older individuals and those with pre-existing neurological disorders at higher risk. The exact mechanism behind these…
A study has identified a new biomarker, miR-519a-3p, for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease in asymptomatic stages. This microRNA is linked to the cellular prion protein and is deregulated in patients with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. The research, led by the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia and University of Barcelona, aims to improve early…
The American Heart Association’s National Teen of Impact program recognizes Gen Z changemakers fighting against heart disease. Aniston Barnette, a 16-year-old from Bristol, Tenn., is the 2024 winner. She promotes CPR awareness and education due to her family’s history of heart disease. Barnette, along with other young volunteers, raise funds and advocate for heart health…
People with schizophrenia need lifelong treatment, which may need adjustments over time due to changes in their condition or triggers such as major life events, substance abuse, or co-existing psychiatric illnesses. Signs that treatment may need to be adjusted include changes in behavior or mood, withdrawal, increased symptoms, or difficulty with medication. It is important…
Mammography is recommended for average-risk women for breast cancer screening, but choosing additional screening methods can be complex. Factors affecting the decision include cancer detection rates, false-positive findings, and patient risk factors like family history and genetic mutations. Supplemental screening options include digital breast tomosynthesis, ultrasound, and MRI. Studies show that digital breast tomosynthesis improves…
