The leading causes of death remained unchanged since 1990, except for the addition of Covid-19 in 2020 and 2021. The Global Burden of Disease study found that Covid-19 became the second-leading cause of death globally, impacting life expectancy negatively. Regional variations showed disparities in the impact of the pandemic, with some areas experiencing more significant…
General practitioners (GPs) in England are struggling to afford running their practices due to insufficient funding. In a recent referendum organized by the British Medical Association (BMA), 99% of GPs voted against changes in their national contract for 2024-25. The proposed funding uplift of 2% with a new payment per patient per practice of £107.57…
A study published in The Lancet reveals that global life expectancy has increased by 6.2 years since 1990, driven by reductions in death from leading causes like diarrhea, lower respiratory infections, stroke, and heart disease. However, the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 has hindered progress in many regions. Southeast Asia, East Asia, and Oceania saw the…
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine have discovered a promising new way to remove amyloid beta plaques in the brain -; a key feature in Alzheimer’s disease -; by directly activating immune cells called microglia to consume them. This approach, outlined in a study published in Science Translational Medicine, has shown to reduce plaques…
Belly fat is a normal part of the body, but excessive visceral fat around organs can lead to health issues like high blood pressure and heart disease. To determine visceral fat levels, measure waist size – less than 35 inches for women and 40 for men is ideal. Controlling belly fat involves exercise, diet, sleep,…
Teleflex and Arrow International have issued a recall for the Arrow QuickFlash radial artery and radial artery/arterial line catheterization kits due to a potential defect causing increased resistance in the guidewire handle. This defect could lead to arterial vasospasm and vessel injury from repeated attempts at arterial punctures. The FDA has classified this as a…
Fungi for Fitness offers a selection of top mushroom supplements from trusted brands like Real Mushrooms, FreshCap, The Genius Brand, Nature’s Craft, and Micro Ingredients. Real Mushrooms stands out for its commitment to purity and authenticity, while FreshCap’s Ultimate Mushroom Complex provides immune support and cognitive enhancement. The Genius Brand’s Genius Mushrooms blend supports overall…
Researchers at the University of New Mexico have found that even moderate alcohol consumption during pregnancy can be linked to birth abnormalities. The study highlights the importance of avoiding alcohol during pregnancy to prevent potential harm to the developing fetus. The findings emphasize the need for pregnant women to be aware of the risks associated…
Genmab has acquired ProfoundBio for $1.8 billion, adding three clinical-stage antibody drug conjugates to their pipeline. ProfoundBio’s lead program, Rina-S, targets folate receptor alpha and has shown promising results in ovarian and endometrial cancer patients. Analysts believe Rina-S could be a strong competitor in the ADC space, potentially offering better safety than existing drugs. Genmab…
In 2023, Ireland’s three health insurers received over €3 billion in income from insurance premiums. The average cost of health insurance was €1,594, up 10% from 2022, with over-65s paying 43% more on average. The growth of new insurance customers has slowed due to rising prices and the cost-of-living crisis. The Health Insurance Authority attributes…
