Osteoporosis patients with chronic kidney disease using Prolia have a higher risk of developing dangerously low calcium levels, leading to severe harm, including life-threatening events and death. Patients should be aware of symptoms such as confusion, irregular heart rhythm, and muscle spasms. It is important to have regular check-ups and maintain calcium and vitamin D…
Children and young people in the United States face challenges in receiving timely and appropriate healthcare, especially for mental health and complex medical conditions. Digital health solutions offer hope, but there is a disconnect between innovators and health systems, resulting in products that don’t fit clinical workflows or meet diverse patient needs. As incidence rates…
Some members of Congress are demanding federal oversight of billions in opioid settlements, with some state and local governments using it to plug budget holes rather than fight the addiction crisis. Rep. Marcy Kaptur and Rep. Ashley Hinson have introduced legislation to ensure funds are used for treatment, prevention, education, and enforcement related to the…
Primary care physicians spent more time on electronic health records (EHR) between 2019 and 2023, with an average increase of 28.4 minutes per workday. Researchers also reported higher volumes of orders, inbox messages, patient calls, and chart reviews. This increase in EHR time could be attributed to the complexity of some patient interactions and a…
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is retracting six papers and correcting 31 manuscripts after an alleged data manipulation review involving four of its top scientists. The institute also mentioned scores of studies are under review, including several authored by CEO Laurie Glimcher, COO William Hahn, Irene Ghobrial, and Kenneth Anderson. The review stemmed from potential errors flagged…
The British Heart Foundation has reported that the number of premature deaths in England caused by cardiovascular disease has reached a 14-year high, signaling the worst heart care crisis in recent memory and a tragic setback in progress. In 2022, over 39,000 individuals in England died before the age of 75 due to cardiovascular conditions,…
Attending an NHS Health Check appointment in the UK is linked to a reduced risk of death and decreased risk of various diseases, including dementia and liver cirrhosis. The program identifies individuals at risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease, providing basic physical checks and tailored support. Participants who attended an NHS Health…
A large Norwegian study found that consuming energy drinks is linked to poor quality sleep and insomnia among college students. The more frequently the drinks were consumed, the fewer hours of sleep the students got. Even occasional consumption was linked to a heightened risk of disturbed sleep. The study found sex differences in energy drink…
Research supports the link between neuroticism and poor health, as people high in neuroticism are more prone to anxiety, worry, and stress. This personality trait has been associated with mental disorders like depression, as well as physical illnesses such as heart disease and certain cancers. Studies suggest that neuroticism may lead to unhealthy behaviors such…
The use of gabapentinoids by adults in the United States has increased to 4.7% in 2021 from 4% in 2015, with many of the drugs being prescribed off label for chronic pain conditions despite minimal evidence supporting their use. The study, which analyzed data from the 2002-2021 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, found that use of…
