Health care

Chronic Inflammation and Poverty Have Synergistic Impact on Health Outcomes, Study Finds

An invigorating study has discovered a profound correlation between chronic inflammation, poverty, and overall health outcomes. This pivotal research, spearheaded by Dr. Arch Mainous from the University of Florida, has brought to light the synergistic effect of poverty and chronic…

CVS Health to Close Dozens of Pharmacies Inside Target Stores

CVS Health has announced its plans to close dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores as part of its efforts to streamline its retail footprint. The closures are scheduled to take place between February and April this year, according to a…

Study Raises Concerns About Generalizability of Clinical Prediction Models in AI Healthcare

A recent study published in the journal Science has raised concerns about the generalizability of clinical prediction models, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. The study, conducted by Adam M. Chekroud, Matt Hawrilenko, Hieronimus Loho, Julia…

Withings Unveils BeamO ‘Multiscope’ for At-Home Health Monitoring

Health tech company Withings has unveiled its latest innovation, the BeamO ‘multiscope,’ at the Consumer Electronics Show. This small and portable device is designed to allow individuals to conduct four routine medical checks at home, including measuring body temperature, heart…

5 Essential Winter Care Tips for Newborn Babies

The winter season can make your newborn susceptible to various diseases. So, here are few winter care tips to protect your baby in this harsh weather. As the winter season sets in, newborn babies become more vulnerable to infections such…

Americans Have Differing Ideas of What It Means to Be Healthy, Survey Finds

The majority of Americans believe there are too many different ideas of what it means to be “healthy”, according to a new survey. Over 40 percent point to eating healthy foods and being physically active. However, just 29% consider getting…

Study Shows Impact of Mobile Methadone Units in Rural Areas

A recent study has highlighted the impact of mobile methadone units in rural areas, particularly in addressing the challenges of limited healthcare infrastructure and transportation barriers. The study, published in Health Services Research, emphasized the potential benefits of providing new…

AI Integration in Ophthalmology for Healthcare and Drug Discovery

AI Integration in the Fight Against Age-Related Macular Degeneration Jan 3 2024 Reviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc. In a recent interview at ELRIG UK Drug Discovery 2023, Wen Hwa Lee, CEO, and Chief Scientist at Action Against Age-Related Macular Degeneration…

Surge in Whooping Cough Cases Reported in the UK

Whooping cough cases in the UK have seen a significant surge, with a reported increase of approximately 230% compared to the previous year, according to figures from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). A map illustrating the distribution of every…

New Vaccine Lowers ‘Bad’ Cholesterol by 30%

Researchers Develop Vaccine To Lower ‘Bad’ Cholesterol By 30% The battle against high cholesterol levels has received a potential breakthrough with the development of a new vaccine by researchers at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. The vaccine…