Medical
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Researchers create novel mouse model for mapping protein communication between organs
Our many different organ systems are in constant communication with each other. During exercise, for example, muscles send out signals to fat and...
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New collaborations aim to examine the impact of seizure clusters on patient and caregiver quality of life
UCB today announced three collaborations aimed at examining the impact of seizure clusters on patient and caregiver quality of life.
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Majority of people infected with Omicron variant didn't know they had the virus, study finds
The majority of people who were likely infected with the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, didn't know they had the...
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Hackensack Meridian Health becomes second in the world to implant Impella Bridge-to-Recovery heart pump
Hackensack Meridian Health, Hackensack University Medical Center cardiac surgeon Yuriy Dudiy, M.D. became the second in the world to successfully...
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FDA Approves First Gene Therapy for Beta-Thalassemia
Betibeglogene autotemcel represents a potential cure for patients with beta-thalassemia, but the price tag is $2.1 million. FDA Approvals
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Randall McNally, Innovative Plastic Surgeon, Dies at 92
The doctor was best known for treating the young Kim Phuc in Vietnam for napalm burns, also led a long career advancing restorative plastic...
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The 'Great Dynamism' of Radiation Oncology
An extensive review of randomized controlled trials demonstrates how significantly emerging research has influenced radiotherapy practice and...
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Second Monoclonal Antibody to Prevent Malaria Shows Promise
The monoclonal antibody L9LS showed excellent efficacy in preventing malaria in a small, proof-of-concept trial. Medscape Medical News
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FDA Approves Adalimumab Biosimilar in High-Concentration Form
The 100-mg/mL version of adalimumab-bwwd (Hadlima) is indicated for the same seven conditions as its 50-mg/mL counterpart. FDA Approvals
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Blood Pressure Smartphone App Fails to Beat Standard Self-Monitoring
A survey of more than 2000 adults with systolic BP greater than 145 mmHg found minimal difference in BP reduction between standard and smartphone...
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Study Supports Etomidate for General Anesthesia in Older Patients
A study conducted in China found that etomidate did not increase overall in-hospital morbidity after elective abdominal surgery in older patients,...
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New International Dermatology Registry Tracks Monkeypox Cases
The registry, created by the American Academy of Dermatology and the International League of Dermatological Societies, is accepting reports about...
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Dermatology and Monkeypox: What You Need to Know
Diagnosing cases "can be hard and folks should keep a very open mind and consider monkeypox virus," said Misha Rosenbach, MD. MDedge...
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Stroke Incidence Trends Higher in Younger vs Older Adults
The substantial decrease in stroke incidence at older ages in high-income countries is not also occurring in younger adults -- and there's an...
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Most Younger Adults With Lung Cancer Diagnosed at Later Stages
Screening for lung cancer starts at 55 years, and has led to earlier diagnosis of disease in older patients; but younger adults are still being...
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Human Eggs Go Dormant to Remain Healthy for Decades
Human egg cells can alter their metabolic activity, which allows some of them to remain viable for reproduction for up to 50 years. Quick Take
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How Do You Feel About Incentive Bonuses?
Incentive bonuses have long been part and parcel of many physicians’ compensation package. Medscape Reader Polls
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Getting Cancer Research Back On Track Requires ‘Behemoth’ Effort
The pandemic has affected every aspect of cancer research. “It will require a behemoth effort to get back to pre-COVID times,” says one researcher....
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At 100, Guinness's Oldest Practicing Doctor Not Slowing Down
Neurologist Howard Tucker, MD, recently celebrated his 75th year of practicing while continuing to serve as a mentor to medical students and...
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Long COVID Case Study: Persistent Hormone Deficiencies
'It might be worthwhile to screen for endocrine dysfunction in patients with...persistent symptoms after their recovery from acute [COVID]...
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Children and COVID: ED Visits and New Admissions Change Course
The prolonged rise in ED visits and new admissions over the last 5 months, which continued even through late spring when cases were declining,...
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PAs React: What Fortifies or Tears Down Their Job Satisfaction?
Here's what your colleagues are saying about how COVID affected their satisfaction, whether they feel respected, and whether they have a healthy...
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How Weather Apps Could Predict Your COVID Risk
The same technology used to forecast the weather could estimate your likelihood of COVID infection. The motive? Obliterating lockdowns for good.
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Removal of Other, Small Kidney Stones May Reduce Relapse
If you’re having surgery to remove a kidney stone and doctors discover other, smaller stones nearby, it’s safer to go ahead and have them all...
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New Study Ranks The Healthiest US States; Washington Claims Top Spot
The states were given a health score out of 10 based on the combination of all the factors, and Washington state came out on top as the healthiest...