As the world becomes increasingly interconnected through social media, healthcare professionals are leveraging these platforms to advocate for important issues. Cardiothoracic ICU nurse Alexis Smith, also known as Miss Kansas 2024, went viral for her advocacy for healthy relationships. She courageously called out her alleged abuser on the pageant stage, shedding light on the importance
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Anxiety is a common condition that affects people of all ages, but recent research has shown that persistent anxiety in older adults can significantly increase the risk of developing all-cause dementia. This risk is particularly higher among those who are younger than 70 years old. Studies have found that both chronic anxiety and new-onset anxiety
As the world was shaken by a software update glitch causing chaos in computer systems, the healthcare sector also felt the impact. The overreliance on technology in healthcare was put to the test as institutions had to resort to manual procedures due to system outages. This incident raised critical questions about the extent to which
With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in healthcare, there is a growing concern about whether AI will eventually replace human doctors. While AI shows promise in areas such as diagnostic accuracy and information processing, it faces significant barriers when it comes to trust, human interaction, and oversight. As a result, it is crucial
A recent analysis of a large commercial database has suggested that sodium glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, such as empagliflozin (Jardiance) and dapagliflozin (Farxiga), may provide more protection against diabetic retinopathy compared to other hypoglycemic agents. The study indicated that SGLT2 inhibitors reduced the risk of sight-threatening retinopathy by 21-39% when compared to GLP-1 receptor
During his acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump made grand promises about unleashing American innovation to find cures for diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s. While his optimism is commendable, it is essential to note the challenges associated with making such promises. The scientific community has been tirelessly working to find cures
Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) delivered a scathing speech at the Republican National Convention, pointing fingers at then-senator Biden for the downfall of his hometown of Middletown, Ohio. He painted a picture of a town abandoned by America’s ruling class in Washington, with policies that led to the loss of middle-class manufacturing jobs. Vance argued that
The second night of the Republican National Convention highlighted themes of border control, safety, and the opioid epidemic. A mother and activist Anne Fundner shared the heart-wrenching story of her 15-year-old son who tragically died due to a fentanyl overdose. Weston, a regular teenager, succumbed to peer pressure and lost his life in February 2022.
The issue of air pollution and its effects on human health has garnered significant attention over recent years. In a new study conducted in Great Britain, researchers have identified a link between exposure to four major pollutants – PM2.5, PM10, nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and nitrogen oxide species (NOx) – and the risk of developing new-onset
Recent data from newborn screening programs in the U.S. have revealed revised prevalence estimates of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), challenging previous assumptions about the frequency of this condition. These findings are crucial in understanding the true burden of SMA and its implications for healthcare resource planning and research in SMA care and treatment. Contrary to
