Miracle Preemie Born Without Kidneys Discharged After 200 Days in NICU
A premature baby born weighing 3.1 lbs without kidneys has been discharged home after nearly 200 days in neonatal intensive care, marking a medical milestone for the family.
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Experts Prioritize Core Habits Over Biohacks for Sustainable Longevity
A survey of 63 health experts reveals that core lifestyle habits outweigh trendy biohacking tools for healthy aging, challenging popular longevity optimization strategies.
North Carolina teen dies from rare brain-eating amoeba infection
A North Carolina teenager has died after contracting Naegleria fowleri, a rare brain-eating amoeba found in freshwater, marking the second such death in the region recently.
Lionel Richie hospitalized after St. Louis performance amid ongoing health concerns
Lionel Richie, 77, checked himself into a hospital after his Saturday performance in St. Louis, reportedly for dehydration testing. This marks his third health incident during his current tour.
Novo Nordisk Faces Investor Jitters as GLP-1 Obesity Drug Market Intensifies
Novo Nordisk investors express concern about the company's future as competition intensifies in the GLP-1 obesity drug market, with rivals like Eli Lilly closing the gap on the Ozempic maker's market dominance.
One-third of young US women skip cervical cancer screening, raising health risks
About one-third of U.S. women in their 20s have never been screened for cervical cancer, raising health risks. Doctors warn of the importance of regular screening to detect precancerous changes early.
GSK Advances mRNA Flu Vaccine to Phase 3 After Outperforming Standard Shots
GSK is advancing its mRNA flu vaccine to Phase III trials after demonstrating superior efficacy compared to standard flu shots, positioning the company to compete with Moderna in the mRNA vaccine space.
La investigación transforma la leucemia linfocítica crónica en un cáncer con mejor pronóstico
La supervivencia a cinco años de leucemia linfocítica crónica ha aumentado de 59% en 2005 a 85% actualmente gracias a tratamientos de precisión personalizados. Los nuevos fármacos dirigidos reducen toxicidad y mejoran calidad de vida de pacientes.
CDC Disputes Pennsylvania Measles Deaths as Outbreak Spreads in Amish Country
The CDC has not added two reported measles deaths to its official database, citing disagreement with Pennsylvania health officials over whether measles was the primary cause of death in the cases.
Marcelo Gasparini, do Clube da Viola, morre aos 54 anos após luta contra leucemia
Marcelo Gasparini, cantor sertanejo e integrante da dupla Maurício & Marcelo, faleceu aos 54 anos após seis meses de luta contra leucemia mieloide aguda. O artista, pioneiro do Clube da Viola, deixa legado na música sertaneja e campanhas de doação de medula óssea.
Early-onset bowel cancer shows distinct biology, survival patterns in major Australian study
Australian study of 1,691 patients reveals younger adults with advanced bowel cancer have distinct tumor biology and better survival outcomes than older patients, suggesting need for personalized treatment approaches.
Somaliland President Inaugurates Dialysis Expansion at Hargeisa Hospital
Somaliland President Cirro inspected 12 newly installed dialysis machines at Hargeisa Group Hospital, part of a government initiative to expand kidney disease treatment across the region.
Coffin Makers Navigate Ebola Crisis in Congo City
Coffin makers in Bunia, Congo face scrutiny as Ebola spreads, balancing traditional burial practices with public health safety concerns around virus transmission.
Aerobic exercise significantly boosts executive function in postmenopausal women
Rutgers researchers found that regular aerobic exercise significantly improves executive function in postmenopausal women, with benefits appearing within three months and strengthening over six months of consistent activity.
Digital outreach strategy doubles heart failure medication uptake in landmark trial
A registry-based digital strategy identifying untreated heart failure patients and offering telephone consultations more than doubled SGLT2 inhibitor therapy initiation in a Danish trial of nearly 6,000 patients.
Meta-analysis of 6,239 adults shows semaglutide cuts weight, inflammation beyond placebo
Meta-analysis of 6,239 adults shows semaglutide produces 12% greater weight reduction, 9.36cm waist circumference decrease, and 41% CRP reduction versus placebo. Higher 7.2mg doses show promise but need confirmation.
Early flu outbreak kills 3 at Israeli nursing home as 47 test positive
A flu outbreak at an Israeli nursing facility infected 47 people, resulting in three deaths, as influenza arrives earlier than usual this season.
AAN, AHS Release Updated Migraine Prevention Guidelines for Adults
The American Academy of Neurology and American Headache Society released updated evidence-based guidelines for migraine prevention medications in adults, expanding treatment options including newer drug classes.
US Experts Urge Action on Bowel Cancer: Prevention Through Diet, Exercise
US medical experts highlight colorectal cancer as the third most common cancer globally, emphasizing prevention through exercise and diet alongside psychological support for patients.
MSD y Moderna logran resultados positivos en ensayo de fase 3 de terapia personalizada contra el melanoma
MSD y Moderna anuncian resultados positivos de fase 3 para una terapia neoantigénica personalizada contra el melanoma, combinada con pembrolizumab, que reduce el riesgo de recaída tras cirugía en pacientes con estadios avanzados.
TAVI patients benefit from anticoagulants over aspirin, ACASA trial shows
A major clinical trial shows anticoagulant drugs reduce dangerous clot formation on implanted heart valves after TAVI procedures, matching or exceeding the safety of aspirin therapy.
Grand Canyon flash floods kill Texas doctor, leave two friends missing
A Texas chiropractor died and two friends went missing after flash floods swept through Grand Canyon National Park over the weekend, with rescue efforts hampered by continued heavy rain and remote terrain.
CAC Scoring Shows No Cardiovascular Benefit Over Traditional Risk Assessment for Statins
A major clinical trial found no difference in heart attacks or strokes between patients selected for statins using coronary artery calcium imaging versus traditional risk factors, though CAC-guided patients showed better medication adherence.
Massachusetts confirms fifth human West Nile virus case as summer season peaks
Massachusetts has confirmed five human cases of West Nile virus, with health officials warning of moderate risk in Bristol County as the mosquito-borne illness spreads across the state.