Personalized neural signals have shown great promise in improving the motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease patients. In a recent pilot study, adaptive deep-brain stimulation (DBS) demonstrated a significant reduction in the duration of symptoms by about 50% compared to conventional DBS. This innovative approach, which utilizes personalized neural signals, marks a significant advancement in the
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Barbara Redman, PhD, MBE, of New York University School of Medicine’s Grossman division of medical ethics, emphasizes the importance of authors disclosing conflicts of interest. She questions how difficult it is for authors to access the Open Payments database for this purpose. Redman’s statement highlights the need for transparency and accountability in medical research and
Becky Litvintchouk, a successful entrepreneur with ADHD, credits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for helping her navigate the challenges of daily tasks. By leveraging apps like Claude and ChatGPT, Litvintchouk has been able to streamline her decision-making processes and create structured plans for her business ventures. These generative AI tools have proven to
Former “Saturday Night Live” comedian Victoria Jackson, 65, shared the heartbreaking news of her battle with inoperable cancer. This revelation comes after her initial breast cancer diagnosis in 2016. Jackson’s story serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of cancer and the challenges that come with it. Rise of New Infectious Virus Variant The
In a recent study conducted by Nicole Wright, PhD, MPH, it was found that white women had the highest rates of fractures among postmenopausal women. However, other racial and ethnic groups were not far behind. Over a nearly 20-year period, Black, Pacific Islander, Asian, and multiracial women had significantly lower risks for any clinical fracture
The Texas maternal mortality and morbidity review committee, established by the Department of State Health Services in 2013, has recently come under scrutiny for appointing an anti-abortion activist physician, Dr. Ingrid Skop, to a position that was originally intended for a rural community member. This decision has raised concerns about the impartiality and diversity of
As we age, our psychological well-being is crucial to maintaining a high quality of life. A recent study conducted on older adults in the Chicago area revealed a concerning trend – psychological well-being diminished before the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment. This decline in well-being was particularly evident in two components: purpose in life and
Recently, pharmacists and technicians at a Walgreens store in Vancouver, Washington have expressed their interest in joining the Pharmacy Guild, a national union that advocates for the rights and interests of pharmacy professionals. This group of 10 individuals represents the first set of Walgreens employees to seek unionization, marking a significant milestone in the movement
Farida Ahmad, MPH, of the CDC’s Division of Vital Statistics at the National Center for Health Statistics in Maryland, emphasizes that even though COVID has dropped on the list of leading causes of death, it is not game-over for the virus. This highlights the importance of ongoing vigilance and preventive measures to combat the spread
When Anthony Bing contacted his doctor’s office, it wasn’t for a new symptom or a prescription refill. Instead, the 64-year-old man was concerned about the possibility of being sent to jail. As part of his probation requirements, Bing had to undergo urine testing twice a week at a Philadelphia probation office. Shockingly, these tests had