Frontotemporal lobar degeneration, commonly known as frontotemporal dementia, is a complex neurological condition that affects a person’s behavior, personality, and language skills. A recent observational study conducted by Adam Staffaroni, PhD, and his team at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) has shown promising results in using smartphone-based cognitive tests to accurately and reliably
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Diversity in ophthalmology residency programs is a critical issue that needs to be addressed in order to improve patient outcomes and create a more inclusive healthcare system. A recent study published in JAMA Ophthalmology explored the impact of various bias reduction tools used by residency selection committees on the diversity of accepted residents. The study
Recent news has shed light on the devastating consequences of consuming Japanese dietary supplements made by Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals. Five individuals lost their lives, and over 100 people were hospitalized due to the harmful effects of these supplements. In a controversial move, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has chosen tech lawyer Nicole Shanahan as an anti-vaccine running
The stigma surrounding cancer diagnosis, particularly prostate cancer, often leads individuals to keep their condition private. In the case of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Princess Kate, the initial instinct was to withhold the diagnosis from the public eye. This hesitation to share such personal information is not uncommon, as many individuals struggle with cultural,
The recent ruling by the Minnesota Court of Appeals has put a spotlight on the issue of pharmacists refusing to provide emergency contraceptives based on personal beliefs. The case involves pharmacist George Badeaux, who declined to fill a prescription for emergency contraception for a customer, citing religious reasons. This decision was deemed as discriminatory by
The latest CDC health advisory has raised concerns about the surge in invasive serogroup Y meningococcal disease cases, with the highest annual number reported since 2014. The predominant strain responsible for this increase is Sequence Type (ST) 1466 of Neisseria meningitidis serogroup Y. What makes this outbreak particularly alarming is the fact that a significant
The recent approval of vadadustat (Vafseo) by the FDA for the treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD)-related anemia in adults on dialysis has sparked mixed reactions within the medical community. This decision comes after Akebia Therapeutics’ second attempt at gaining approval for this indication, following an initial rejection due to concerns about the drug’s benefit-risk
Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) has raised concerns regarding the FDA’s lack of inspection in Elon Musk’s Neuralink facility, despite previous violations. This raises important questions about the thoroughness of FDA oversight in ensuring the safety and compliance of medical devices. The suggestion of using “Be kind to bats” as a slogan for preventing pandemics brings
A Mendelian randomization study has recently challenged the longstanding belief that red and processed meats can directly cause cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. This study, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, provides a fresh perspective on the impact of dietary choices on heart health. The American Heart Association has shown its backing
A prospective cohort study conducted in Michigan hospitals revealed that approximately one in eight adults admitted for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) received an inappropriate diagnosis. The study, led by Ashwin Gupta, MD, identified that 12% of the 17,000 patients treated for CAP did not meet the established criteria for the condition. Inappropriately diagnosed cases were found