Student Wins Podcast Challenge for Story on Dyslexia Experience
A middle schooler from Long Island won a podcast competition with a story about her experience with dyslexia. The report highlights her journey in finding the right diagnosis.
A middle schooler from Long Island won a podcast competition with a story about her experience with dyslexia. The report highlights her journey in finding the right diagnosis.
A study found most safeguards in ChatGPT for Teens failed to alert parents when users discussed self-harm or suicide. The chatbot interacts with teens in a peer-like manner without triggering alerts.
Frailty was linked to dementia being diagnosed 2-3 years earlier in older adults, according to research. The association was independent of factors like sex, education, and apolipoprotein E4 status.
Exposure to dogs can lead to infections from viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Transmission often occurs through non-bite routes.
An expert consensus aims to clarify when low-dose oral minoxidil may be safely prescribed for hair loss in children under 12 years old. The guidance addresses a current knowledge gap in pediatric dermatology.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced new steps to identify and treat vaccine complications, raising concerns among experts about the approach.
The FDA has approved a new size-adjustable pulmonary valve for children with congenital heart disease. The device may reduce the need for repeat surgeries as it grows with the patient.
A phase 3 trial found resmetirom's impact on MASH, fibrosis, and liver fat does not vary significantly by common genotypes linked to more severe disease.
About 14% of hairdressing tools in Danish salons tested positive for nickel and 7% for cobalt. This may increase exposure risk for hairdressers with hand eczema.
Researchers have generated spermatogonia-like cells that resemble those in testes after birth. The work is in early stages and has not yet produced functional sperm.
New research suggests that when people juggle tasks, information from one may transfer to another. This was observed through brain activity patterns during multitasking experiments.
Persistent fatigue, pain, and emotional distress may remain in IBD patients even after mucosal healing, suggesting a need for broader symptom management approaches.
A study found that certain music may reduce pain during small medical procedures, but the effect depends on the type of music chosen. The evidence for different musical interventions varies widely.
Researchers used video games inside MRI scanners to observe brain activity as participants played. The method allows for more dynamic brain mapping compared to traditional static tasks.
A method inspired by 3D printing is being used in hospitals to create personalized medicines. Research suggests this approach may improve dosing accuracy for patients.
A study found that daily rhythms may be linked to blood sugar management in type 2 diabetes. Researchers suggest that timing of activities could influence glucose levels.
Autistic young people often use social media for communication and connection. Researchers found these platforms help them interact in ways that feel manageable and supportive.
A study found that family members are frequently the victims of homicides linked to mental disorders. Researchers note a shift in social and legal perceptions of people with mental disorders over recent decades.
A study from the University of Eastern Finland found that expectations for remote monitoring in healthcare depend on how professionals currently view their work and its challenges.
AI has been tested in various healthcare areas, including diagnostics and digital clinics. Researchers found it may improve processes without significant cost increases.
A new review found that payments, gifts and free meals from pharmaceutical companies may influence doctors' prescribing habits, leading to more prescriptions for expensive, less appropriate drugs.
Studies suggest women are expressing anger more frequently, but findings are observational and do not confirm causation. Researchers note societal and cultural shifts may influence these trends.
Researchers developed an AI system that can distinguish Ewing sarcoma from similar tumors with high accuracy. The model was validated using data from multiple cases.
A new radiotherapy technique targeting tumor surfaces is being used at Tays to potentially avoid major surgery and stoma placement in rectal cancer patients. The method aims to destroy the tumor effectively.
A government review found younger people may be at risk of over-diagnosis for ADHD and autism. The review highlights a shift from under-diagnosis to over-diagnosis in these conditions.
A Lancet Regional Health - Europe series found maternal vaccines may reduce serious infections in babies. Unequal access across Europe limits these benefits for some women and children.
A study found a specific type of neuroblastoma cell associated with poorer treatment responses. Researchers identified these cells through analysis of tumor samples.
A study found immune system changes may be linked to lung cancer risk years before diagnosis. Researchers used blood tests to detect these changes and tested drugs to reverse them.
A study found that peanut consumption is associated with altered lipid profiles in the blood. The findings suggest a possible connection between diet and cardiovascular risk factors.
Researchers found rare immune cells in abdominal fluid from cancer patients, which may influence how tumors spread. The study suggests these cells are part of immune programs tied to metastasis.
A research team found that combining electrical ablation with CAR-NK cell therapy may improve outcomes for liver cancer patients. The method was tested in lab models and suggests a potential new approach for treating refractory solid tumors.
Eating low glycemic index foods first may alter blood sugar and insulin responses after a meal. Researchers found that meal sequencing can impact these responses.
A yearlong trial involving 410 people with early Parkinson's found no clinical benefit from nicotinamide riboside. The findings were published in JAMA.
A new study found that use of glucosamine was associated with increased dementia progression and higher mortality risk. Researchers suggest further trials are needed to confirm the link.
The FDA has raised concerns after four deaths were reported in clinical trials involving an investigational drug for treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Newron Pharmaceuticals disclosed the findings.
New research suggests coffee, including decaf, may increase gut bacteria diversity. However, higher consumption was associated with less benefit.
A trial found nearly 90% of rheumatoid arthritis patients on targeted therapies could cut their dose by half without worsening disease activity. Researchers say this suggests dose reductions may be an option for some patients.
The Duke of Sussex described experiencing depression following his departure from the UK, citing an 'adrenaline crash' during a visit to Vancouver Island for personal space.
Some patients have emailed insurance CEOs directly after claims were denied. Two patients recently reported success with this approach, according to the report.