Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan, where half the population is in need of assistance. Over 8.6 million people are displaced, and 18 million face acute food insecurity. The health system is collapsing, with only 30% of facilities functional. Refugees in neighboring countries also face…
Neuroscientists are studying how mindfulness training, focusing on inward attention, can impact mental health, cognition, and aging. Research shows that tuning into interoception, or how we sense our body’s internal state, can help manage mood disorders like depression. Attention to breath deactivates the cerebral cortex, providing relief from rumination and judgment. Technology-driven applications, such as…
A recent study published in Advances in Nutrition reviewed the effects of vitamins C, E, and β-carotene on the risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D). Previous analyses have shown a protective effect of β-carotene and vitamin E, but not vitamin C, against T2D. The study considered various studies to investigate the relationship between dietary intake…
Combining pediatric dermatology and rheumatology clinics can improve patient care and satisfaction, according to a survey of 208 pediatric dermatologists working in such clinics. Benefits include coordinated treatment decisions and timely communication between providers, with favorable patient satisfaction and endorsement of the combined clinic approach. Barriers to establishing combined clinics include differences in clinic flow,…
A recent study warns that a diet high in seafood may increase exposure to environmental contaminants like PFAS. Researchers surveyed New Hampshire residents on their seafood consumption, finding high PFAS levels in shrimp and lobster. The study suggests that PFAS exposure from seafood could have negative health effects, such as reduced immunity and increased cancer…
A study in India has revealed a link between the use of fairness creams and an increase in kidney problems. The study suggests that the chemicals found in these creams may be contributing to the rise in kidney issues among consumers. This report highlights the potential health risks associated with the use of fairness creams…
The upcoming webinar on April 16 will discuss how providers are utilizing health information exchanges and technology vendors to comply with CMS regulations. DocuSign and Velatura are collaborating on a pilot project to simplify the process of obtaining patient consent for sharing sensitive health information. This partnership aims to streamline consent collection and management, improving…
Microsoft, GE HealthCare, and LG Electronics have partnered to support smart hospital construction in South Korea. They have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate in medical equipment, medtech solutions, smart hospital operation solutions, and cloud platforms. Microsoft will develop a platform for digital solutions, GE HealthCare will provide digital medical solutions and technology, and…
Tax filers are facing rejected returns due to unauthorized enrollments in Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage. Consumers are discovering they have ACA plans they never signed up for, causing tax complications. Rogue agents are enrolling people in ACA coverage through misleading tactics, resulting in tax consequences for the affected individuals. The IRS issued instructions for…
The American Urological Association, in collaboration with other organizations, released a clinical practice guideline on salvage therapy for men with prostate cancer. The guideline includes 30 recommendations for treating men with localized disease who experienced PSA recurrence after definitive local therapy. The guidelines cover various topics such as treatment decision-making, assessment, and management of recurrence…
