Medicine
Family and friends shoulder the real cost of dementia − $224B in unpaid care
Family and friends shoulder the real cost of dementia − $224B in unpaid care The true cost of dementia care in the US is estimated to be $277 billion per year, five times higher than the initial medical spending estimate of $53 billion. The majority of this cost ($224 billion) is attributed to unpaid care […]
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Kaiser Permanente using artificial intelligence to improve patient care
Kaiser Permanente using artificial intelligence to improve patient care Kaiser Permanente is utilizing artificial intelligence to enhance patient care. The use of ambient AI eliminates the need for real-time note-taking, allowing doctors to focus more on their patients. This innovative approach enables doctors to engage more fully with their patients and provide better care. By […]
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RFK Jr. says annual COVID-19 shots no longer advised for healthy children and pregnant women – a public health expert explains the new guidance
RFK Jr. says annual COVID-19 shots no longer advised for healthy children and pregnant women – a public health expert explains the new guidance The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will no longer recommend annual COVID-19 shots for healthy children and pregnant women, citing a lack of evidence to support vaccinating these […]
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Billy Joel has excess fluid in his brain – a neurologist explains what happens when this protective liquid gets out of balance
Billy Joel has excess fluid in his brain – a neurologist explains what happens when this protective liquid gets out of balance Billy Joel has been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition where excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulates in the brain’s cavities, leading to enlarged ventricles and pressure on surrounding tissue. CSF is […]
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Heart failure drug dosing could be simplified safely
Heart failure drug dosing could be simplified safely A new study suggests that dosing of heart failure medication can be safely simplified. The study found that patients could start vericiguat, a medication for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, at a dose of 5 mg instead of the conventional 2.5 mg starting dose. Reducing the […]
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For opioid addiction, treatment underdosing can lead to fentanyl overdosing – a physician explains
For opioid addiction, treatment underdosing can lead to fentanyl overdosing – a physician explains Buprenorphine treatment underdosing can lead to fentanyl overdosing, emphasizing the importance of finding the right dose for each patient. A higher dose of buprenorphine (above 24 milligrams) has been shown to be effective in reducing withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and illicit opioid […]
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‘Flagging’ shows promise against tough cancers
‘Flagging’ shows promise against tough cancers Researchers have developed a new treatment approach called “flagging” that uses synthetic antigens to teach the immune system to recognize and eliminate cancer cells, offering promise against tough-to-treat cancers like brain, breast, and colon tumors. The experimental therapy works by marking tumor cells with a synthetic antigen delivered via […]
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What does it mean for Biden’s prostate cancer to be ‘aggressive’? A urologic surgeon explains
What does it mean for Biden’s prostate cancer to be ‘aggressive’? A urologic surgeon explains Biden’s prostate cancer has been diagnosed as “aggressive” due to its high grade (Gleason 9) and stage (Stage 4), indicating it has spread to his bones. The aggressiveness of a cancer is determined by its tumor grade, which indicates the […]
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How 3D printing is personalizing health care
How 3D printing is personalizing health care 3D printing is transforming medical care by allowing for customized treatments tailored to each patient’s needs, such as prosthetic hands and implants. The technology has made significant strides in recent years, including the creation of tissue scaffolds, bioprinted liver tissue, and custom-fit dental aligners. 3D printing is also […]
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Biden is getting prostate cancer treatment, but that’s not the best choice for all men − a cancer researcher describes how she helped her father decide
Biden is getting prostate cancer treatment, but that’s not the best choice for all men − a cancer researcher describes how she helped her father decide Biden’s prostate cancer treatment decision highlights the need for personalized approach to cancer treatment, as not all men require immediate treatment. Prostate cancer can be grouped into four stages, […]
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