Scientists worldwide are researching advanced therapeutic medicinal products (ATMPs) to harness the body’s healing potential, revolutionizing healthcare. These living therapies, utilizing cells, proteins, tissues, and nucleic acids, offer curative potential for rare and stubborn diseases. Despite challenges in manufacturing and supply, ATMPs have shown promise, evidenced by 34,400 CAR-T cell therapies delivered. The field is…
Tallaght University Hospital in Dublin will begin testing wearable devices for patients with severe asthma. The devices will be integrated into a digital platform and used by 50 patients on a trial basis. Patients will also receive a home spirometer to measure lung function. The wearable device will allow patients to record various health data,…
Traffic-related pollution is linked to increased neuritic plaques in Alzheimer’s patients, especially in those without APOE ε4 alleles. Exposure to PM2.5 has been associated with dementia and cognitive decline. A study at the Emory Goizueta Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center found a significant association between PM2.5 and CERAD scores. The study had limitations, including a small…
A study published in Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair found that augmented reality (AR) headsets can deliver effective virtual dual-task training for people with Parkinson’s Disease to improve their gait. This innovation makes therapy more accessible for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease, who often struggle with walking due to symptoms like loss of balance and shuffling gait….
Verily, Alphabet’s life science subsidiary, has shifted its focus to using AI and data science for precision health. Andrew Trister, Verily’s chief medical and science officer, discussed the company’s collaboration with Google, its development of technologies like the Verily Retinal Camera, and its exploration of generative AI models like Med-PaLM and Gemini. Verily aims to…
KFF Health News reporters discussed various health topics in recent podcasts and news segments. Aneri Pattani talked about reporting on addiction and opioid spending in Massachusetts. Rachana Pradhan explored constraints on women’s health care at Catholic hospitals, while Paula Andalo covered Colorado students advocating for carrying naloxone. KFF Health News is a national newsroom focusing…
Heron Therapeutics reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2023 financial results, achieving a quarterly record of $5.6 million in net product sales from Zynrelef. The company also reported $107.9 million in revenue from its oncology care franchise. CEO Craig Collard expressed optimism for the company’s long-term success and profitability, attributing positive momentum to strategic decisions made…
Pregnancy accelerates biological aging but much of the effect is reversed after delivery, especially in people who breastfeed. Research shows that being pregnant is associated with faster molecular aging, which can be reversed to some extent postpartum. Higher BMI is linked to higher biological age, while breastfeeding accelerates the rate of recovery. Future studies will…
The UK NHS has introduced a new random ranking system for allocating foundation training posts, leaving medical students feeling powerless and deprived of agency. Many students have been assigned to remote locations far from their loved ones, causing distress and disillusionment. The sudden change to a random allocation system has left students unable to predict…
By 2050, the global population of adults 60 and older is expected to double, leading to a rise in dementia cases. University College Cork researchers are investigating the link between dementia risks and blood content, suggesting that changes in the brain may be accelerated due to what is in the blood. Detecting risk factors for…
