The correlation between air pollution and various health conditions is becoming increasingly evident in studies being conducted worldwide. One recent study from the U.K. Biobank program discovered a concerning link between exposure to certain pollutants and the development of psoriasis. This finding sheds light on the potential impacts of environmental factors on inflammatory skin conditions.
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Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the motor neurons in the spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy. Newborn screening programs have played a critical role in revising prevalence estimates of SMA, providing valuable data on the actual number of cases in the United States. However, a recent study
Extreme heat not only poses a risk for heat-related illnesses but can also have a negative impact on medications in more ways than one. Hot weather can lead to a deterioration of medicines like insulin that require refrigeration, and even cause inhalers to explode. Epinephrine injectors, such as EpiPens, may also malfunction in high temperatures.
The recent attempted assassination of President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, portrays just how deeply polarized the political atmosphere in the United States has become. The incident, where a shooter was engaged and killed by Secret Service agents, marks the first attempt on a president or presidential candidate since Ronald Reagan in
Recent research has shown that the Mediterranean diet can have a positive impact on cardiometabolic health in children and adolescents. This diet, which emphasizes the consumption of fruits, vegetables, olive oil, and fish over ultraprocessed foods, has been found to improve markers such as systolic blood pressure, triglycerides, and cholesterol levels. A meta-analysis of nine
A growing number of hospital-based clinicians are taking steps to unionize in order to address workplace issues and advocate for better patient care. A recent development in Washington state sees a group of 40 doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners from Skagit Valley Hospital and Cascade Valley Hospital filing to join the Union of American
The monoclonal antibody nirsevimab (Beyfortus) has shown promising results in protecting young infants against severe outcomes related to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. According to the French ENVIE study, nirsevimab was estimated to be 83% effective in preventing hospitalization from RSV bronchiolitis in infants younger than 12 months of age. The study also found that
In a recent presentation at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting, a study showcased the potential benefits of using liposomal gemcitabine in combination with pembrolizumab for the treatment of advanced solid tumors. Charles Farber, MD, PhD, from Atlantic Hematology Oncology in Morristown, New Jersey, provided insights into the feasibility and tolerability of this
House Republicans have initiated an investigation and are requesting a closed-door interview with President Biden’s physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, following Biden’s recent debate performance. This move raises questions about the intentions behind the investigation and potential implications for the physician. Rising COVID Cases in Florida’s Emergency Departments Florida is facing a surge in COVID cases,
Medical professionals like Sara Karaba emphasize the efficacy of extended infusion antibiotics for bloodstream infections. According to Dr. Karaba, this strategy offers ‘the most bang for its buck’ in treating such infections. Steven Woolf highlights a concerning issue regarding U.S. mortality rates in children and teens. Approximately 20,000 deaths could be prevented annually if the