Author: Sophia Anderson

A breakthrough in the fight against drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria has emerged with the discovery of a new class of antibiotics, facilitated by more transparent deep learning models. Artificial intelligence (AI) has proven to…

Results from a Phase II clinical trial indicate that psilocybin, a hallucinogenic chemical found in certain mushrooms of the genus Psilocybe, may offer benefits to individuals with cancer and major depression. Participants treated with psilocybin…

The Wake County Public Health Department is currently investigating 241 complaints from patrons who fell ill after dining at a sushi restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina. Among them is a groom who has filed a…

Abdoulaye Diabate survived a life-threatening encounter with malaria at the age of five, an experience that tragically claimed the lives of his younger cousins aged three and four. Today, he leads research in medical entomology…

Researchers have devised a method to implant a thread-like device housing insulin-secreting pancreatic cells beneath the skin, effectively reversing type 1 diabetes in mice without the need for anti-rejection drugs. This innovation could potentially offer…

OpenAI’s ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence system that generates responses based on internet data, faced scrutiny in a study by pharmacists who found that nearly three-fourths of its responses to drug-related questions were either incomplete or…

At least 10 infants, and possibly more than 12, have been identified with what doctors suspect is a novel syndrome linked to exposure to fentanyl during pregnancy. All these babies exhibit distinct physical birth defects,…

A drug that prevents HIV infection has been confirmed as highly effective in real-world prevention, according to a study. The study, which focused on 24,000 individuals across England taking the drug, has been described as…

In 2020, biologist Michael Levin and his team made headlines by creating what they termed “biological robots” from clusters of cells that could move independently across surfaces. These entities, named xenobots after the African clawed…

A man diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease nearly three decades ago, who previously struggled with mobility to the point of frequent falls, has regained independence in his daily activities, including climbing stairs, thanks to a pioneering…

Scientists have long attributed fainting to a sudden restriction of blood flow to the brain. However, many questions persist: What triggers these spontaneous changes in blood flow? Which brain regions are pivotal in this process?…

For the first time, a study has established a direct link between frequent salt consumption and Type 2 diabetes. Individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes, who already might be cautious about sugar intake, now…

Exciting advancements in cancer treatment may soon benefit patients with cervical cancer. A newly developed prescription medication, TIVDAK (tisotumab vedotin), has demonstrated significant efficacy in clinical trials. In phase 3 global trials, TIVDAK showed a…

Northwestern University scientists have showcase a synthetic melanin cream that not only repairs damaged skin but also shields it from sun-induced harm, according to a study published Thursday in the journal Nature. Mimicking natural melanin…

Starting Wednesday, consumers who pay state sales tax on menstrual products will have the opportunity to reclaim those expenses through certain purchases of period care items. The Tampon Tax Back Coalition, spearheaded by period care…

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court declined to entertain arguments in a case challenging the Food and Drug Administration’s authority to reject approvals of flavored electronic cigarettes. This case is one of several legal challenges against…

Abbott Laboratories CEO Robert Ford addressed attendees at the HLTH conference in Las Vegas on Tuesday, discussing the company’s strategic move into the consumer wearables market. Abbott, primarily known for its medical devices and diagnostic…

On Monday, Google Cloud announced the launch of advanced artificial intelligence-driven search capabilities designed to assist healthcare professionals in efficiently retrieving accurate clinical information from diverse medical records. The healthcare industry stores vast amounts of…

A study conducted in the UK has revealed that symptoms of a common cold can persist well beyond the initial period of illness, similar to the phenomenon observed in “long Covid.” Published on Friday in…

Philips, a Dutch health tech company, saw its shares plummet on Friday, ending at the bottom of the European benchmark, following criticism from the U.S. drug regulator regarding its management of a significant product recall.…

An international team of scientists has developed a new technology that can help detect (or even treat) cancer in hard-to-reach places, such as the colon. The team has published a paper in “Science” detailing the…

Microplastics have been detected in the human heart and its inner tissues for the first time, marking a significant milestone in understanding the extent of plastic pollution’s reach into human physiology. In a pioneering study…

More than 6 in 10 adults in the United States consume sugar-sweetened beverages daily, a habit that may increase the risk of liver cancer and death from chronic liver disease among older women, according to…

Air pollution is identified as a significant factor contributing to the global rise in antibiotic resistance, posing a serious threat to human health worldwide, according to a comprehensive global study. Utilizing data spanning nearly two…

The acronym “EG” in EG.5.1 doesn’t stand for “for example.” Instead, EG.5.1 represents the latest variant of the Covid-19 coronavirus that is currently spreading, illustrating once again the virus’s ongoing evolution. On July 19, 2023,…

A single flea bite has caused a Houston man to contract a severe disease, resulting in the amputation of both his hands and parts of his feet. Michael Kohlhof, a handyman and pet-sitter, was in…

Misdiagnosis of diseases or medical conditions leads to hundreds of thousands of deaths and permanent disabilities each year in the United States, according to a report published this week. Approximately 371,000 people die and 424,000…

A potentially lethal fungus, still considered an emerging disease, has surfaced in Western Washington. The first case of Candida auris was identified recently in a patient in Pierce County, prompting a public health investigation. According…

More than 25% of individuals who suffer a stroke experience a peculiar condition: they lose conscious awareness of half of their visual field. For instance, after a stroke affecting the right hemisphere of the brain,…

This autumn, parents and pediatricians will gain a new tool to shield infants from a pervasive virus that frequently lands them in hospitals across the United States. On Monday, the US Food and Drug Administration…

Efforts to end the tuberculosis pandemic may gain a significant boost following the funding of a promising vaccine candidate for its final phase of clinical trials. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Wellcome announced…

An outbreak of fungal meningitis linked to two surgery clinics in Mexico has reportedly claimed more lives. This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its case tally, reporting seven confirmed or…

The vast majority of individuals in the United States who have tested positive for hepatitis C remain untreated due to the high costs of oral antiviral therapies and the bureaucratic hurdles imposed by insurance plans,…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended on Thursday that adults aged 60 and older should consider receiving a single dose of RSV vaccines from Pfizer and GSK after consulting with their healthcare…

On Tuesday, a government watchdog disclosed that fraudsters may have siphoned off over $200 billion in federal loans earmarked to aid small businesses during the Covid pandemic. According to the Small Business Administration’s Office of…

It seems like every other week, there’s another virus or ominous-sounding acronym making headlines. This week, it’s human metapneumovirus, or hMPV. Fortunately, hMPV is not a new pathogen. It’s a common respiratory virus in the…

The United States experienced a 200% increase in brain abscesses in children in December 2022, following a surge in respiratory infections over the winter. Despite this increase, brain abscesses remain extremely rare, according to the…

Weight loss surgeries are increasingly common among American teenagers and children, according to a new study. Published in the JAMA Pediatrics journal, the research letter revealed that metabolic and bariatric surgeries among adolescents aged 10-19…

A recent study has underscored the crucial role of flavanols, nutrients present in specific fruits and vegetables, in mitigating age-related memory decline. According to the research, there exists a correlation between the intake of flavanols…

Scientists may have identified the root cause of Alzheimer’s disease and propose that the condition could be detected through a straightforward blood test. The link between the buildup of amyloid plaques in the brain and…

A commonly found genus of microbe in damp, marshy environments could potentially contribute significantly to the onset of Parkinson’s disease by releasing compounds that stimulate the aggregation of proteins within brain cells, forming toxic clumps.…

Young men with cannabis use disorder face an increased risk of developing schizophrenia, as highlighted by a recent study conducted by researchers at the Mental Health Services in the Capital Region of Denmark and the…

For decades, scientists have gone into the study of telomeres, the protective “caps” at the ends of chromosomes, in an effort to unravel the mysteries of aging and look for potential avenues to slow or…

A team of doctors in Boston successfully performed an innovative fetal surgery to treat a rare brain condition known as vein of Galen malformation. While in utero surgery, performed before a baby is born, has…

Disease detectives at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating a new outbreak: approximately three dozen coronavirus cases linked to their own annual conference last week. “CDC is working with the Georgia…

Exposure to air pollution has been linked to an increased risk of irregular heartbeat, according to a large study conducted in 322 Chinese cities. Two common irregular heartbeat conditions, known as arrhythmias, are atrial fibrillation…

Ketogenic and paleo diets may be trendy, but they won’t benefit your heart. That’s the conclusion of a report from the American Heart Association, which analyzed many of the most popular diets and ranked them…

A new COVID variant is spreading across the U.S. This development follows the country reaching a new milestone of record-low deaths not seen since the pandemic’s onset. This variant, classified as XBB.1.16 by the World…

Eating lots of fried foods is already linked with obesity and heart disease, but could the habit impact your mental health as well? A new study suggests that may be the case. Frequent fried food…

Imagine constantly hearing a sound like “eeeeeeeeeeeeeee” in your ear or ears. That’s what tinnitus can be like. A Facebook group called “Tinnitus and Hearing Loss/Impairment after COVID vaccination” with over 3.9K members highlights the…

The US is currently facing its worst-ever outbreak of bird flu, also known as avian influenza, and a new study suggests that the strain could become endemic in the country. “This outbreak is wiping out…

Johnson & Johnson announced on Tuesday that it will pay $8.9 billion over the next 25 years to settle allegations that its baby powder and other talc products caused cancer. The proposed settlement was disclosed…

A federal judge on Thursday invalidated an Obamacare mandate requiring most private health insurance plans to offer free preventive care, encompassing screenings for cancers like breast, colon, cervical, and lung, as well as HIV prevention…

Patients taking the blockbuster obesity drugs Ozempic or Wegovy are likely to regain weight once they stop using the medications. Karin Conde-Knape, Novo Nordisk’s senior vice president of global drug discovery, explained in an interview…

On Wednesday, Carl Icahn called for Illumina to reinstate its former CEO, Jay Flatley, “immediately,” as part of his ongoing proxy battle with the biotech firm. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Icahn…

Laboratory Corporation of America, commonly known as LabCorp, will pay $2.1 million to the U.S. government to settle allegations that it overbilled the Department of Defense for genetic tests involving children and fetuses, the Department…

Shares of BioNTech fell by more than 6% on Monday morning after the German drugmaker shared a bleak 2023 sales outlook for its Covid vaccine, developed jointly with Pfizer. Despite delivering strong quarterly earnings that…

Cocaine production has reached record levels, driven by post-pandemic demand and the emergence of new trafficking hubs, according to a report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. The U.N.’s Global Report on…

Former U.S. Army infantry officer Nathan Frei, who served actively from 2011 to 2015, recalls undergoing rigorous training involving loud noises such as gunfire and explosions, during which he relied on standard-issue earplugs made by…

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed on Tuesday its initial nationwide restrictions on “forever chemicals” in drinking water, driven by findings that these substances pose more significant health risks than previously understood, even at levels…

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla announced on Monday that the pharmaceutical giant’s $43 billion acquisition of Seagen will enable the company to scale up delivery of Seagen’s cancer therapy worldwide in unprecedented ways. “We can add…

Biotechnology startup Science, a competitor to Neuralink, revealed its new platform on Monday designed to streamline the development and production of medical devices for other companies. Named Science Foundry, this platform grants access to over…

U.S. President Joe Biden will deliver a strong critique of Republican policies during a speech in Virginia Beach on Tuesday afternoon, warning of GOP plans to reduce access to federal health-care programs. Speaking at the…

Drugmaker Eli Lilly & Co. announced on Wednesday that it will reduce the prices of its most commonly prescribed insulins by 70% and cap monthly out-of-pocket costs at $35 at select retail pharmacies for individuals…

The Food and Drug Administration’s independent advisors recommended on Tuesday what could become the world’s first RSV vaccine, a shot from Pfizer for adults aged 60 and older, despite safety concerns following two trial participants…

A nationwide shortage of Adderall has left many patients struggling to manage their attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). From all indications, supplies are likely to remain scarce for several more months. The blame for these…

The Energy Department has concluded with “low confidence” that the Covid-19 pandemic “likely” originated from a laboratory leak in Wuhan, China, according to a classified report delivered to key lawmakers on the House and Senate…

Senator John Fetterman, Democrat from Pennsylvania, will undergo inpatient hospital care for several weeks as he seeks treatment for clinical depression, according to a senior staffer for the senator. The expected duration of Fetterman’s hospitalization…

On Friday, a bipartisan group of U.S. senators urged Medicare to expand its coverage of Alzheimer’s treatments approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), citing concerns that current restrictions delay crucial care for patients…

The Food and Drug Administration’s independent advisors unanimously recommended on Wednesday expanding access to the nasal spray Narcan for over-the-counter use to reverse opioid overdoses, potentially making this life-saving treatment more widely available. Emergent BioSolutions’…

On Tuesday, Pfizer issued its sales guidance for 2023, projecting revenues between $67 billion and $71 billion, which marks a decline from its record-breaking performance in 2022. In 2022, the pharmaceutical giant achieved a milestone…

At the forefront of the shopping priorities for individuals in their late 20s and beyond in China is health, sports, and wellness, according to an Oliver Wyman survey conducted late last year as China began…

Pfizer’s and Moderna’s boosters designed for the omicron variant have been found to reduce the risk of mild illness from the XBB family of subvariants compared to those who did not receive the shot, according…

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has petitioned for Martin Shkreli to be held in contempt of court, asserting that he violated a judge’s order by establishing a new pharmaceutical company after his prohibition from the…

The sole HIV vaccine in an advanced-stage trial has failed, researchers announced on Wednesday, delivering a significant setback to efforts to combat the global HIV epidemic and adding to decades of unsuccessful attempts. Known as…

The South Carolina Supreme Court on Thursday overturned the state’s ban on abortion after around six weeks of pregnancy, ruling that the law violated the state’s constitutional right to privacy. The 3-2 decision comes nearly…

Walgreens and CVS will sell the prescription abortion pill mifepristone after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) dropped a long-standing rule that previously prevented drug stores from doing so. The decision by the two largest…