The FDA has approved a new drug that could extend survival for late-stage pancreatic cancer patients, offering potential hope for a disease with historically poor outcomes.
Pesquisadores da Unicamp desenvolveram um marcador baseado em tomografias que combina dados de gordura visceral e massa muscular para prever o risco de evolução desfavorável em pacientes com câncer de estômago, mostrando diferença significativa na sobrevida.
Researchers developed automated quality assessment models for AI-generated medical images, achieving 75% accuracy in predicting clinical acceptability. The system enables safe deployment of image synthesis in radiotherapy and treatment planning.
A qualitative study of 17 homeless individuals in Tehran identifies homelessness causes at individual levels (addiction, trauma, psychological issues) and social-environmental levels (family conflict, unsafe conditions), requiring intersectional policy responses.
Clinical AI systems need built-in machine unlearning capabilities to remove data influence when patients withdraw consent, evidence changes, or bias emerges, requiring governance frameworks ensuring patient autonomy and clinical safety.
Over 12 attacks on health workers are limiting Ebola response efforts in DR Congo, with the outbreak outpacing containment measures as the Bundibugyo virus spreads to Uganda.
Investigaciones científicas, especialmente un estudio finlandés de 20 años, demuestran que usar sauna 4-7 veces semanales reduce el riesgo de Alzheimer en un 65% y demencia en un 66%.
Researchers have identified a novel approach to protecting brain cells that could offer therapeutic potential for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak on Manhattan's Upper East Side has resulted in at least one confirmed death, with reports suggesting the toll may rise to two. Health officials are investigating the cluster.
New Harvard research reveals how Epstein-Barr virus triggers immune responses that may contribute to multiple sclerosis, potentially opening antiviral treatment pathways for the autoimmune disease.
Neurologists warn that poor sleep and everyday habits accelerate brain aging, with studies linking sleep disorders to higher Alzheimer's-related proteins and altered brain communication networks across the lifespan.
Retired pilot Chesley Sullenberger, famous for the 2009 Hudson River emergency landing, publicly disclosed his Alzheimer's disease diagnosis this week, demonstrating continued courage beyond his aviation heroism.
A parasitic food-borne infection caused by cyclospora has sickened thousands across 34 states, with contaminated lettuce from Mexico identified as a potential source. Experts advise thorough washing and cooking produce to 158°F to eliminate the parasite.
A multi-state Cyclospora outbreak is expanding with cases confirmed across Erie, Adams, Knox, and San Diego counties. Health officials are investigating the source as case numbers grow.
Medical professionals highlight an often-overlooked symptom that may indicate colorectal cancer, encouraging patients to discuss embarrassing signs with doctors rather than delay diagnosis.
Fitness experts recommend specific bodyweight exercises for adults over 50 to maintain strength, mobility, and combat age-related muscle loss, with particular attention to those using GLP-1 medications.
As climate change intensifies wildfires globally, emergency services face simultaneous blazes that exceed response capacity, forcing commanders to ration resources and abandon some fires. The crisis is spreading from Mediterranean regions to previously unaffected areas including the UK.
New Zealand confirms first H5N1 bird flu case while Novo Nordisk launches affordable diabetes treatment in South Africa; U.S. faces cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce supplier.
U.S. biotech companies are advancing weight-loss medications for overweight cats, moving treatments into clinical trials as pet obesity becomes a growing health concern for veterinarians and pet owners.
Taylor Farms is launching a recall of iceberg lettuce products linked to a cyclospora parasite outbreak affecting multiple consumers across the U.S.
Family of Mary Habila, 26, who died at Works Minister David Umahi's residence, appeals to IGP for body release after three weeks in police custody, citing completed procedures and cultural objections to autopsy.
El Alzheimer concentra 60-70% de casos de demencia mundial. Salud Pública estima más de 100,000 dominicanos afectados, con potencial de prevención mediante cambios en estilo de vida.
FDA identified Mexican lettuce from a single supplier as the source of a cyclospora outbreak affecting five US states, with over 5,000 cases reported in Michigan alone and more than 100 hospitalizations.
Un ensayo clínico internacional liderado desde Barcelona confirma que el atogepant, un fármaco oral, reduce en más del 60% de pacientes los días de dolor de migraña a la mitad, marcando un avance significativo frente a tratamientos inyectables previos.
Con la llegada del otoño, la campaña de vacunación anual contra gripe y covid se presenta como pilar fundamental de salud pública. En Catalunya, el 75% de ingresos en UCI por gripe correspondieron a no vacunados.
