A study in Ontario, Canada found that only 4.1% of hospital visits for opioid use disorder (OUD) resulted in community-based initiation of opioid agonist therapy (OAT) within 7 days of discharge. This low rate, despite the proven effectiveness of OAT in reducing morbidity and mortality, reflects missed opportunities to engage patients in treatment for OUD….
A new study by the American Psychological Association found that lack of proper sleep reduces positivity and increases the risk for anxiety symptoms in individuals. The study looked at data from 154 studies with 5,715 participants over 50 years to evaluate the impact of disrupted sleep on emotional well-being. It found that all three types…
A study has found that environmental exposure to metals is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. Researchers found higher levels of metals such as cadmium, chromium, and lead in the urine of women with breast cancer compared to those without the disease. The findings suggest that environmental metal exposure may play a role…
Health equity in the U.S. healthcare system is a serious issue, with many patients lacking necessary resources or facing discrimination based on factors like income, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or ZIP code. Some healthcare organizations are accused of using health equity as a buzzword without making a genuine commitment to tackling systemic barriers. Acknowledging past…
Local care facilities across the country are making an effort to create a festive atmosphere for residents, patients, and staff during the Christmas season. Marymount Hospice in Cork has released a special Christmas video to showcase the friendly and festive environment they provide for visitors. They also held a tree lighting ceremony and are running…
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends the tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) vaccine for individuals in the US traveling to TBE endemic areas with extensive outdoor exposure to infected ticks, as well as for laboratory workers. The vaccine was approved by the FDA in August 2021 for individuals aged 1 year and older. Studies conducted…
Our brains are essential to who we are, but when they are not operating well, it can be challenging to thrive. Mental illness and neurodiversity are common and affect many people, making it difficult to function in a world that expects everyone to function in the same way. However, with the right support, including diagnosis,…
Peptris Technologies, an Indian AI drug discovery firm, received $1 million to expand research to rare diseases. Cipla, a pharmaceutical company, increased its stake in GoApptiv to improve access to medications in underserved communities. Lydia AI, a Canadian insurtech, has partnered with South Korean companies to integrate its AI technology into health insurance applications. Ubie,…
66-year-old Ron Winters, a Marine Corps veteran, was diagnosed with bladder cancer in August 2022. He had to seek care through the VA’s Community Care Program due to VA delays in prior authorizations. This process has been a nightmare, causing delays in treatments and surgeries for Winters. Research has also shown that prior authorization is…
Verrica reported a net loss of $24.8 million in the third quarter of 2023, with a year-to-date net loss of $42.4 million. Despite this, the company made $2.8 million in product revenue from the sale of Ycanth to distributor FFF Enterprises Inc. The increase in expenses was attributed to commercial activities for Ycanth and compensation…
