Introduction Aging is an inevitable part of life, and it brings with it a range of physical and mental changes. However, growing older doesn’t mean you have to give up an active and fulfilling lifestyle. In fact, maintaining regular physical activity and overall wellness is crucial for healthy aging. In this article, we will provide …
Focused research on “real world” samples is needed to determine the best treatments that consider each person’s responses to any drug Pakistani actress Mahira Khan recently revealed that she suffers from bipolar disorder. Photo: @TheMahiraKhan / Twitter Imagine that you, or someone you know, is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. One drug is prescribed, but you’ve …
British nurse Lucy Letby was sentenced to life in prison last week for killing seven children in her care and attempting to kill six others. As a forensic criminologist, many people have asked me why a medical professional would kill their own patients. Although they are very rare, serial killer healthcare workers often share common …
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Comment on this storyComment The top national health agency is recommending easing restrictions on marijuana, which could herald a sea change in federal cannabis policy. The Department of Health and Human Services has recommended that the Drug Enforcement Administration reclassify marijuana as a low-risk, Schedule III controlled substance, according to a person familiar with the …
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Novo Nordisk is already an obesity drug giant with its blockbuster Wegovy, but its appetite for cardiometabolic drugs continues. The Danish pharmaceutical giant is satisfying that hunger by acquiring a startup with a new approach to weight loss, sealing its second acquisition deal this month. The latest acquisition target is Embark Biotech. Under the terms …
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This comprehensive summary tells you the health stories of the past two weeks. Major health news: Scientists race to investigate highly mutated coronavirus variant; America’s drinking water is contaminated with toxic chemicals; Air pollution poses a serious risk to life expectancy in South Asia. 1. Scientists investigate risks of highly mutated coronavirus Research is underway …
In a recent article published on JAMA OncologyResearchers evaluate whether large language model (LLM)-based chatbots driven by artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms could provide accurate and reliable cancer treatment recommendations. Study: Using AI chatbots for cancer treatment insights. Image Credit: greenbutterfly/Shutterstock.com Background LLMs have shown promise in coding clinical data and making diagnostic recommendations, with some …
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These startling statistics were revealed this week by Dr Noluthando Nematswerani, clinical director of Discovery Health, who stresses that attention to women’s health should include a focus on screening, as well as treatment and prevention of chronic disease. The top five chronic diseases among women from 2018 to 2022 were: Essential hypertension (persistently elevated blood …
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These startling statistics were revealed this week by Dr Noluthando Nematswerani, clinical director of Discovery Health, who stresses that attention to women’s health should include a focus on screening, as well as treatment and prevention of chronic disease. The top five chronic diseases among women from 2018 to 2022 were: Essential hypertension (persistently elevated blood …
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