Medical
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Alabama Bill Would Ban Hormone Treatment for Transgender Minors
A legislative committee has advanced a proposal that would prohibit transgender minors from being treated with puberty blockers, hormone treatment,...
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Fewer Diabetes Complications With NOACs in Patients With AFib
Patients with both diabetes and atrial fibrillation may derive greater benefits from non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants than from warfarin, a new...
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18-Year Study Shows Inconsistencies in Treating, Classifying JIA
A long-term study of children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis highlights an inconsistent classification system and hints about how they manage...
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How to Ease Physician Burnout? A Horse, of Course!
A new program pairs physicians with horses to help cope with burnout and build communication Medscape Medical News
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Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients and Risk of Refeeding Syndrome
Results from a retrospective observational study could help recognize patients at high risk for the syndrome and inform nutritional management for...
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Increase in Late-Stage Cancer Diagnoses After Pandemic
The scenario predicted by experts is now being reported; delays in cancer screening due to the pandemic have resulted in more late-stage...
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Hong Kong 'Overwhelmed' as COVID Infections Hit Record
Daily COVID-19 cases have surged by some 20 times over the past 2 weeks, leaving hospitals short of beds and struggling to cope. Reuters...
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Shorter Courses of Chemo Treatment Taking Hold in Colon Cancer
In the wake of the pivotal IDEA trial, oncologists have shifted towards shorter adjuvant chemotherapy regimens for stage III colon cancer and a...
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Medicaid Expansion Benefits Some CRC Patients, but Not Others
Two new studies suggest the expansion of Medicaid under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in 2010 may be leading to more frequent...
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Neuropeptide-Induced Cluster Headache Not Tied to CGRP Changes
Cluster headaches induced by pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide-38 or vasoactive intestinal polypeptide do not alter CGRP levels,...
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Russian Coach, Doctor in Focus Over Valieva Olympics Case
The turmoil engulfing a 15-year-old Russian figure skater who tested positive for a banned substance has thrust her eminent coach and a doctor with...
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Vitiligo From Checkpoint Inhibitors Not Limited to Melanoma
Vitiligo can occur in any type of cancer, according to a new study published as a preprint and that has not yet peer reviewed. First Look
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US Underuse of GLP-1RA, SGLT-2i in Type 2 Diabetes Persists
A large, US study found that just 1 in 8 patients with type 2 diabetes received first-line medications for comorbid atherosclerotic cardiovascular...
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Venetoclax Add-On Improves Complete Remission in AML
A phase 2 study found 91% complete remission in patients with AML who received venetoclax plus standard therapy. The study was published as a...
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ILAE Offers First Guide to Treating Depression in Epilepsy
In noting the high prevalence of depression among patients with epilepsy, the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) is offering the first...
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New Nanosensor Assay Detects Viruses Like SARS-CoV-2 and Ebola
Will "Nano2RED" prove to be better than old standbys ELISA and PCR? Medscape Medical News
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Sociopath vs. Psychopath: What’s the Difference?
You’ve heard the terms, but do you really know what they mean? Learn how to spot the differences in these personalities.
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U.S. Suspends Avocado Imports From Mexico
The United States has suspended avocado imports from Mexico because a U.S. plant safety inspector in Mexico was threatened.
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Booster Effectiveness Wanes After 4 Months, Study Shows
Booster shots of the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines lost some effectiveness after four months but still did a good job of keeping...
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How to Treat a Stuffy Nose in Babies and Toddlers
A stuffy nose is a common problem for children under the age 3. WebMD shows you how to ease congestion and help your baby breathe easier.
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The Ultimate High-Fiber Grocery List
The next time you go shopping, stock up on healthy fiber options in every aisle. Learn what to pick from WebMD.
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Mucus (Snot, Phlegm) Color, Function, Coughing, and More
Everything you ever wanted to know about boogers, from the experts at WebMD.
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5 Things You Didn't Know About Male Masturbation
WebMD explores some little known things about male masturbation and answers questions such as: is masturbation safe, normal, or unhealthy?
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Why Am I Always So Tired?
WebMD explains conditions that might cause you to feel sluggish during the day, such as anemia, thyroid trouble, sleep apnea, diabetes, heart...
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7 Tips for Getting Pregnant Faster
What should you do – or not do – to help increase your chances of getting pregnant ASAP? Read on for seven WebMD expert-approved tips for getting...