In the days leading up to Christmas, children in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) are prepared to be sent home, but for parents of children receiving in-home care, the hospital can be a relief. The nurses and doctors in the PICU try to make the hospital festive, and the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania rallies…
In order to prevent cervical cancer and work towards its elimination globally, greater action is needed to reduce disparities in vaccination, screening, and treatment, particularly in low and middle income countries (LMICs). High income countries such as Australia, England, and the US are making progress towards near elimination of cervical cancer through public health infrastructure…
Vision is a complex process in the brain, decoded by the combination of different wavelengths of light. Photoreceptors in the retina convert light into electrical impulses. The electrical nerve impulses are then transmitted to ganglion cells in the retina and subsequently to the visual cortex in the brain, which processes this neural activity into a…
Researchers have discovered a new class of antibodies that can neutralize multiple forms of flu virus, potentially leading to the development of more broadly protective flu vaccines. These antibodies can bind to a viral protein called hemagglutinin on the exterior of the flu virus, blocking it from entering cells. The research, published in the journal…
In 2013, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos announced that customers would receive drone deliveries in 30 minutes within 5 years, but as of 2023, drones haven’t become widespread outside of healthcare. Several hospitals are partnering with drone delivery companies for prescription and medical supply deliveries, aiming to improve patient care and health outcomes. Amazon Pharmacy and…
A study published in JAMA found that children with mild sleep disordered breathing (SDB) did not show improvement in executive function or attention after undergoing adenotonsillectomy compared to those who did not have the surgery. The study followed 458 children with mild SDB, and while the primary outcomes did not show significant improvement, several secondary…
Researchers have found that probiotics, particularly lactobacillus, could delay COVID-19 infection and reduce symptoms in unvaccinated people. The study involved 182 participants who had been in contact with COVID-19 patients, with half taking a probiotic of lactobacillus and the other half receiving a placebo. Researchers found that those taking the probiotic were 60% less likely…
The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana has achieved its sales target of Rs 1000 crore in the fiscal year 2023-24. This initiative aims to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices to the masses. The achievement of this sales target is a significant milestone for the program, indicating its success in making essential medicines accessible…
A new report from KFF found that lower-income adults with employer-sponsored insurance face more challenges than their higher-income counterparts. They struggle to pay for healthcare services and often experience a decline in health. Data from a sample of 3,605 U.S. adults revealed that 31% of lower-income adults had trouble paying medical bills, compared to 13%…
Ireland’s first organ transplant took place 60 years ago in Dublin. Ted Tobin, a 21-year-old man suffering from kidney failure, became the first transplant recipient. The surgery, involving a deceased donor, was groundbreaking and sparked national celebration. Although initially successful, Ted experienced complications and passed away two months later. His family expressed gratitude to the…
