High temperatures can do more than just cause heat-related illnesses. They can also have a significant impact on the effectiveness and safety of various medications. Medicines like insulin that require refrigeration can be damaged, inhalers can explode, and Epinephrine injectors can malfunction. The combination of heat and certain medications can lead to dehydration, decreased awareness
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On a tense Saturday in Butler, Pennsylvania, Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a rally. The former president was observed with blood on his ear as he was rapidly removed by Secret Service agents. The attacker, who was subsequently killed by law enforcement officials, had unleashed the first such attempt on a president
Numerous studies have shown the positive impact of the Mediterranean diet on cardiometabolic health among individuals of all ages. Recently, a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials conducted by José Francisco López-Gil and his colleagues further affirmed the benefits of this diet on children and teenagers. The study focused on interventions that emphasized the consumption of
The recent move by a group of 40 hospital-based clinicians in Washington state to file for unionization has sparked conversations about the working conditions of healthcare professionals. These clinicians, including doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, are seeking to join the Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) in order to address various workplace challenges
The ENVIE study conducted in France shed light on the potential of the monoclonal antibody nirsevimab in protecting young infants against hospitalization for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The study reported significant effectiveness of nirsevimab in preventing RSV-related bronchiolitis, pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) admissions, and mechanical ventilation in infants younger than 12 months of age.
An intriguing study presented at the recent American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting highlighted the potential of using liposomal gemcitabine in combination with pembrolizumab for the treatment of advanced solid tumors. This groundbreaking research opens up new possibilities for patients with challenging malignancies. The utilization of liposomal gemcitabine represents a significant advancement in oncology.
House Republicans have initiated an investigation and requested a closed-door interview with President Biden’s physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, following concerns about Biden’s recent debate performance. This move raises questions about the motives behind the probe and the potential implications for the physician’s reputation and credibility in the medical community. An intense heat wave has shattered
Healthcare professionals are constantly evaluating the effectiveness of different strategies to provide the best possible care for their patients. According to Sara Karaba, MD, PhD, MHS, from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, utilizing extended infusion antibiotics for bloodstream infections is a tactic that delivers “the most bang for its buck.” This highlights the importance
Recent analysis of an Italian cohort study has shed light on the potential benefits of a Mediterranean diet for long-term cancer survivors. The study, conducted by Marialaura Bonaccio, PhD, and colleagues at IRCCS Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo in Pozzilli, Italy, found that survivors who adhered to this diet had a significantly lower risk of all-cause mortality
GLP-1 receptor agonists have been shown to lower the risk of several obesity-associated cancers, according to a retrospective analysis of electronic health records. The study, conducted by Nathan Berger, MD, and colleagues at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, revealed that compared to insulin, GLP-1s were associated with a decreased risk for developing 10 out
