The American Hospital Association is calling for the U.S. Department of Labor to investigate the business practices of MultiPlan, a data analytics firm accused of negotiating reduced reimbursements for out-of-network medical providers. The New York Times investigation revealed that the company works with major insurers such as UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Aetna to save billions of…
The South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen is hiring for a position with a salary range of £88,799 to £119,723 per annum. The closing date for applications is Friday 26 April 2024 at 3:30pm. Interested candidates can find the full criteria, job description, and application form on jobs.hscni.net and apply online. A waiting list may…
Getting the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy is safer than not getting vaccinated, according to a study published in JAMA. Research done in Sweden and Norway showed that babies born to vaccinated mothers had fewer complications and were healthier overall. The study looked at nearly 200,000 newborns and found that those exposed to the vaccine in…
Osso VR has launched Osso Health, a surgical training app using Apple Vision Pro for orthopedic procedures. The app allows users to practice surgical techniques in a 3D interface. Osso VR secured funding and expanded its capabilities, including a multimodal assessment tool. In 2022, Osso received $66 million in Series C funding to hire new…
The Arizona Supreme Court upheld a ban on abortion, sparking debate on the issue. Former President Trump expressed support for states’ rights on abortion while criticizing the ruling. The panelists discussed Trump’s shifting views on abortion and the potential impact of the Arizona ruling. Another court in Indiana ruled against an abortion ban that violated…
The FDA has approved the use of Fasenra (benralizumab) for the treatment of severe asthma in children aged 6 to 11 years, following positive results from the TATE trial. A new 10 mg dose will be available for children who weigh less than 35 kg. Fasenra is administered by subcutaneous injection every 4 weeks for…
“The Readout LOUD” podcast from STAT covers various topics in biotech, including a multibillion-dollar deal from Vertex Pharmaceuticals and the impact of gas prices on the industry. They also discuss the question of whether biotech is stale and make a surprise announcement. The podcast provides information on where to find related news and episodes, as…
Hilary Cass’s review of gender identity services in the NHS emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality care for children and young people experiencing gender dysphoria. The evidence base for interventions in gender medicine is found to be lacking, with low methodological rigor in studies on puberty blockers and hormone treatment. Cass recommends confining prescription of…
A new personalized mathematical model called the Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker Cascade (ADBC) has been developed using real-world data from over 800 people with varying cognitive abilities. The model incorporates individual biological markers to predict disease progression and response to treatment. It analyzes cerebrospinal fluid, brain scans, and memory tests to identify unique patterns in each…
A recent study examined the economic benefits of annual COVID-19 vaccination for adults in the United States. With decreasing government support and lower disease severity, researchers analyzed individual benefits from getting the vaccine annually. Using a computational simulation model, they found that vaccinated adults aged 18-49 could save $30-$603 without insurance and $4-$437 with insurance….
