City of Hope treated the oldest person to be cured of a blood cancer and achieve remission for HIV after receiving a blood stem cell transplant with a rare genetic mutation. The patient, 68-year-old Paul Edmonds, has lived with HIV for over 31 years and achieved remission for acute myelogenous leukemia and HIV after receiving…
If you’re exercising and have a cold, it’s usually okay to keep doing so. However, exercising with a fever isn’t advisable as it can make you sicker. Experts suggest using the neck check, which determines what percentage of sick individuals should exercise. If symptoms like a cough and congestion persist for too long, discontinue exercise…
A cohort study of primary care patients with obesity found that weight management treatments (WMTs) were significantly associated with ≥ 5% weight loss for individuals, but low WMT utilization hindered population-level benefit. The study included 149,959 primary care patients from a Michigan academic health system and found that the prevalence of obesity increased from 39.2%…
ColonBroom is a dietary supplement aimed at reducing bloating and improving digestive health for women aged 25-40. It contains 85% psyllium husk fiber, which promotes regular bowel movements and supports heart health. The supplement is free from artificial additives, GMOs, and gluten, making it a healthy and vegan-friendly choice. Reviews from users have been positive,…
A high intake of niacin has been linked to improved lung function and a lower risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Research suggests that niacin, also known as vitamin B3, plays a role in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress in the lungs, which are key factors in the development of COPD. This finding…
Cigna Healthcare partnered with HelloFresh to offer discounted meal kits to their members, aiming to improve access to healthy food. HelloFresh, a German company, delivers food and recipes to people’s homes. The partnership will give up to 12 million members of Cigna’s employer customers access to discounted meals. The companies are also working together to…
Dr. Ray O’Connor provides a summary of clinical studies and their implications in practice. One study found that the burden of diseases related to high BMI in Asia has increased considerably over the past few decades. Another study concluded that running therapy outperformed antidepressants in impacts on physical health while being comparable in mental health…
A study in a gynecologic oncology clinic found that using an electronic medical record (EMR)–integrated system for screening health-related social resource needs (HRSN) resulted in improved patient reach compared to a paper-based system. The study aimed for a screening compliance rate of more than 90% and found that the rate increased from 52% with the…
Vessi Medical, an Israeli company, closed a $16.5 million Series A funding round for its cryotherapy technology to treat non muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). The company’s cryo spray aims to offer a minimally invasive alternative to the surgical first-line therapy for NMIBC. ALIVE- Israel HealthTech Fund, Agriline, and a strategic investor led the investment….
The Biden administration is cracking down on insurance plans’ prior authorization policies for certain health plans participating in federal programs, such as Medicare Advantage or the Affordable Care Act marketplace. States are also taking action to pass their own restrictions on prior authorization requirements. Doctors and hospitals are supporting these efforts, with some states passing…
