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New Swiss study probes lingering fatigue after Legionnaires' disease

Researchers in Switzerland launched the LongLEGIO study to compare the long-term health impacts of Legionnaires’ disease and other bacterial pneumonias. Baseline data reveal key differences in comorbidities and quality of life between the groups, with follow-up underway.

4 Aug 2025

Scientists finally define what it means to be flexitarian

Researchers conducted a systematic review to develop a clear, evidence-based definition of the “flexitarian” diet, identifying it as consuming animal products at least once a month but less than once a week. Analysis of 42 countries’ dietary guidelines revealed that while “flexitarian” is not officially recognized, many nations implicitly support plant-forward eating by recommending reduced red meat consumption.

31 Jul 2025

A brain-dead pregnant woman was kept alive in Georgia. It’s unclear if state law required it.

A Georgia woman declared brain-dead and kept on life support for more than three months because she was pregnant was removed from a ventilator in June and died, days after doctors delivered her 1-pound, 13-ounce baby by emergency cesarean section.

29 Jul 2025

In rush to satisfy Trump, GOP delivers blow to health industry

Doctors, hospitals, and health insurers for weeks issued dire warnings to Republican lawmakers that millions of people would lose health coverage and hospitals would close if they cut Medicaid funding to help pay for President Donald Trump's big tax and spending bill.

14 Jul 2025

Hydrogels could be key to safer, smarter cancer drug delivery

Hydrogels could revolutionize cancer treatment by facilitating targeted drug delivery, reducing adverse effects, and enhancing therapeutic effectiveness.

11 Jul 2025

Doulas, once a luxury, are increasingly covered by Medicaid — even in GOP states

As a postpartum doula, Dawn Oliver does her best work in the middle of the night.

10 Jul 2025

Circular RNAs emerge as key players in hepatitis B-related liver cancer

Hepatitis B virus-induced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains a major global health burden, and new therapeutic and diagnostic approaches are urgently needed.

20 Jun 2025

Scaling 3D biology: Automation, imaging, and the future of high-throughput research

Discover how 3D biology, automation, and AI are revolutionizing drug discovery, improving predictive accuracy, and accelerating research.

From Molecular Devices UK Ltd 12 Jun 2025

Ochsner Health shares roadmap for pharmacogenomics integration into clinical practice

In a report recently published in the American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy, the Ochsner Health system delves into the multifaceted implementation of pharmacogenomics-a rapidly evolving field that examines how genetics influence individual responses to medication.

3 Jun 2025

New study stands to improve the rigor and reliability of psychedelic clinical trials

As psychedelics gain traction as potential treatments for mental health disorders, an international study led by researchers at McGill University, Imperial College London, and the University of Exeter stands to improve the rigor and reliability of clinical research.

3 Jun 2025

Telehealth in home healthcare faces setbacks amid lack of federal reimbursements

Many home healthcare agencies adopted telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the absence of federal reimbursements for these services has led to an increasing number of providers discontinuing these options, a national survey conducted by the University of California, Irvine, and other institutions reveals. Results are published in Health Services Research.

28 May 2025

New AI approach helps detect silent atrial fibrillation in stroke victims

Detecting atrial fibrillation (AF) from brain scans using AI could support future stroke care, according to a recent study published in the Karger journal Cerebrovascular Diseases.

13 May 2025

New consensus on clear aligner treatment aims to improve orthodontic outcomes

Malocclusion affects nearly half of the global population, impacting oral function and aesthetics. Clear aligners have gained popularity due to their discreet appearance and ease of use, but their effectiveness varies depending on the type of tooth movement required.

7 May 2025

Government watchdog expects Medicaid work requirement analysis by fall

The country's top nonpartisan government watchdog has confirmed it is examining the costs of running the nation's only active Medicaid work requirement program, as Republican state and federal lawmakers consider similar requirements.

2 May 2025

Molecular drivers and emerging treatments in anaplastic thyroid cancer

Anaplastic thyroid cancer (ATC), a rare yet highly aggressive malignancy, continues to represent a major clinical challenge.

20 Apr 2025

Understanding the phases and treatment options for Peyronie’s disease

The review article titled"Current insights and future directions in Peyronie's disease management: A narrative review", was published on November 12, 2024 in UroPrecision.

2 Apr 2025

Survey shows increased awareness of alcohol’s cancer risks

Public awareness of the link between drinking alcohol and an elevated risk of cancer has grown since last fall, with more than half of Americans now saying that regularly consuming alcohol increases your chances of later developing cancer, according to a survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) of the University of Pennsylvania.

1 Apr 2025

In the Thymus We Trust: ProTcell Therapy & the Future of Allogeneic Immunotherapy

In this interview, News Medical speaks with Olivier Negre, Chief Scientific Officer at Smart Immune, about how immunotherapy is being revolutionized.

From Hanson Wade Group - 7th Allogeneic Cell Therapies Summit 18 Mar 2025

Can eating invasive species and forgotten crops boost Europe's food security?

European researchers propose diversifying diets with novel foods (NF), underutilized crops (NUS), and invasive species (IAS) to combat biodiversity loss and food insecurity, balancing ecological benefits with risks like regulatory barriers and consumer skepticism.

10 Mar 2025

MRNA vaccines, once a Trump boast, now face attacks from some in GOP

Researchers racing to develop bird flu vaccines for humans have turned to a cutting-edge technology that enabled the rapid development of lifesaving covid shots.