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
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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
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
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.