MIT neuroscientists have found distinct patterns of electrical activity across different brain layers. In the deeper layers, neurons dominate slower oscillations called alpha and beta waves, and in the topmost layers, they are dominated by rapid oscillations known as gamma waves. This pattern is consistent across many different brain regions and several animal species, including…
Despite the end of declared health emergencies regarding the Covid-19 pandemic, 20,000 people in the United States and countless others overseas have died from the virus since October. The pandemic is still ongoing, and while vaccines and treatments have helped reduce the number of hospitalizations and deaths, the virus is still surging. Influenza and respiratory…
Carolyn Glaviano was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) on her birthday after experiencing eye pain. Her friend Cassie provided support by bringing her food and staying with her in the hospital. Carolyn also relied on her friend and roommate Sarah for support during medical appointments and procedures. She discussed how her diagnosis impacted her friendships,…
Cyclosporine is the gold standard for treating atopic dermatitis in adults requiring systemic treatment, but there are numerous other molecules being explored. Dupilumab, tralokinumab, Janus kinase inhibitors, and other molecules have shown promise for treating atopic dermatitis in both adults and children. Lebrikizumab, nemolizumab, rocatinlimab, amlitelimab, temtokibart, and tapinarof are among the other drugs being…
A study found a link between childhood and adolescent stress and later risk of cardiometabolic diseases. Researchers analyzed 276 participants and found that consistently high stress led to higher risk of high blood pressure, obesity, and other cardiometabolic factors. They used the Perceived Stress Scale to measure stress levels from childhood until early adulthood. Those…
Zydus Lifesciences has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Pimavanserin capsules and tablets. The company’s new medication is intended to treat certain conditions and has passed regulatory requirements. Additionally, the company uses cookies for various purposes such as analytics and advertising. By continuing to use their site, users are…
General Catalyst launched a new company named Health Assurance Transformation Corporation in October. The company aims to advise health systems on technology deployment, develop an interoperability model, and acquire and operate a health system to demonstrate digital transformation. HATCo signed a letter of intent to acquire Summa Health, a three-hospital health system in Ohio. The…
The European Parliament has approved the European Health Data Space (EHDS) to enable secure and efficient use of health data by researchers, innovators, institutions, and industry. This will accelerate medical product development and treatments. Ireland received €3.6 million in EU funding to establish a health data access body. Safeguards will control data usage. The framework…
A study published in JAMA Network Open suggested that there is no link between the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) and pancreatic cancer risk among adults with type 2 diabetes over a period of up to 7 years. The researchers conducted a cohort study on over 500,000 participants and found no significant increase…
General Catalyst’s HATCo plans to purchase Summa Health, a nonprofit healthcare system in Ohio, with an aim to drive long-term transformation and growth. Summa Health reported an operating loss in 2023, but HATCo’s investment is expected to bring near-term benefits and sustainable change through value-based care and innovation. The deal will focus on implementing tech-enabled…
