Actress Olivia Munn shared her battle with breast cancer on Instagram, revealing an aggressive form of the disease despite a normal mammogram and negative genetic tests. Munn emphasizes the importance of individual risk assessments, which helped detect her cancer early. She underwent four surgeries, including a double mastectomy. Munn urges women to educate themselves about…
A new study examined metabolic syndrome trajectories and cancer risk, finding that adults with worsening metabolic syndrome over time are at increased risk for any type of cancer. Previous research has shown an association between metabolic syndrome and various cancers, but the reasons for this link remain unclear. The study of 44,115 Chinese adults over…
A man in Florida with severe migraines was diagnosed with neurocysticercosis, caused by tapeworm larvae in his brain. The infection was likely from eating undercooked bacon. The patient’s symptoms worsened over four months, leading to a CT scan that revealed cysts in his brain. Further tests confirmed parasitic tapeworm larvae, causing neurocysticercosis. Despite not traveling…
A recent study found that patients with cirrhosis who undergo contrast-enhanced CT scans are not at a higher risk for developing acute kidney injury (AKI) compared to those without cirrhosis. The study suggests that the use of contrast-enhanced CT scans in cirrhosis patients does not increase the risk of AKI. The findings provide reassurance for…
HiLabs, a company using AI to clean dirty data for health insurers, has raised $39 million in Series B funding. The company’s MCheck platform helps reduce healthcare operational costs and improve patient outcomes by cleaning healthcare data. With products for provider data accuracy, clinical results, payment accuracy, and value-based care, HiLabs aims to tackle the…
The Irish Kidney Association is marking World Kidney Day, emphasizing the need for increased awareness of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its link to other conditions. A recent report found that over 200,000 people over 50 in Ireland have CKD, with 1 in 10 of the population affected. Despite the prevalence of the disease, many…
Telehealth usage for addiction treatment increased among insured adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic, with federal regulations allowing for more flexibility in treating substance use disorders. Telemedicine led to greater access to care and potentially reduced substance use. However, racial and ethnic disparities in treatment persist, with Latino/Hispanic adolescents having lower initiation rates and Black adolescents…
Foundation Health, a San Francisco healthcare technology company, closed a $6 million seed funding round. Investors include Garry Tan of Y Combinator and others. The company focuses on digital pharmacy and telehealth solutions, working on APIs, virtual pharmacies, and direct-to-consumer services. The funds will be used to provide quick and scalable healthcare solutions. Founder Umar…
A battle over abortion access is intensifying in Montana, with challenges to state laws pending in court, a ballot initiative for extra protections, and upcoming state Supreme Court seats that could impact abortion rights. The state remains abortion-friendly due to a 25-year-old court ruling. Anti-abortion advocates are facing hurdles in overturning abortion protections, with recent…
An online obesity treatment and maintenance program resulted in significant weight loss among primary care patients, with participants losing an average of 3.6 kg during the 3-month weight loss phase. The study included 540 adults with overweight or obesity who were enrolled in a Rhode Island primary care network. Different maintenance interventions were then tested,…
