An alarming report from the CDC has highlighted the emergence of Oropouche virus disease, also known as sloth fever, among travelers returning to the U.S. from Cuba. While no fatalities have been reported and there is no evidence of local transmission within the U.S., health officials are urging vigilance among healthcare providers to detect and
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A recent cohort study reported that first-line antidepressants were linked to a reduced risk of falls and related injuries in older adults. The study included over 100,000 Medicare beneficiaries who were newly diagnosed with depression. Those who were treated with first-line antidepressants had a lower risk of falls and related injuries compared to those who
As President Biden’s health has been a topic of discussion lately, the lack of transparency around Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris’ medical history is striking. Despite being 59 years old, there have been no medical records or physician letters made public about Harris. This lack of information raises concerns, especially considering the importance of knowing
In the realm of medicine, opinions and insights from a variety of experts can provide valuable perspectives on different topics. Each expert brings their own unique background, experience, and knowledge to the table, leading to a diverse range of ideas and interpretations. It is important to carefully consider and analyze these viewpoints to gain a
Anthony Fauci, MD, the former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), was recently hospitalized after contracting West Nile virus. Thankfully, a spokesperson has confirmed that he is now at home and is expected to make a full recovery. This news brings relief to many who have followed Fauci’s career closely.
A disability rights organization based in New York has recently filed a federal class action lawsuit against Nassau County’s Mask Transparency Act. The organization, Disability Rights of New York, is arguing that the ban on wearing masks in public, unless for health or religious reasons, is unconstitutional and discriminatory against individuals with disabilities. The lawsuit
The recent scandal involving Michigan doctor Oumair Aejaz, MD, is a shocking reminder of the unethical behavior that can occur in the healthcare industry. Aejaz has been charged with multiple sex crimes after allegedly videotaping nude women and children. This violation of trust and breach of patient confidentiality is not only illegal but also morally
Gwen Walz, wife of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, revealed that she underwent intrauterine insemination (IUI) rather than in vitro fertilization (IVF) to have children. This clarification came after Gov. Walz spoke about their struggles with fertility treatments when he was chosen as the Democratic vice presidential nominee. The couple faced years of infertility treatments, hoping
Pancreatic cancer is a challenging disease to treat, with limited treatment options and poor outcomes. A recent randomized phase II study has shown promising results in terms of tolerability and efficacy for a dose-reduction strategy involving a commonly used first-line combination of nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine. The study, known as the ALPACA trial, focused on patients
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. One treatment option for managing the motor symptoms of Parkinson’s is deep-brain stimulation (DBS). A recent pilot study conducted by Carina Oehrn, MD, PhD, and her team at the University of California San Francisco explored the use of adaptive DBS, personalized to