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Carol was told her breathlessness and 'funny turns' were due to anxiety. Then a cardiologist revealed she had a form of heart disease that affects millions over 65
With a packed social calendar that included swimming, fencing and Judo, Carol Eastley, 75, was fitter than her years. But when she collapsed at sewing club, she knew something was wrong.
Grail’s Galleri test gets FDA panel vote but concerns remain
Even though the molecular and clinical genetics devices panel of the medical devices advisory committee for the U.S. FDA voted in favor of Grail Inc.’s Galleri multi-cancer early detection test, a number of concerns were raised over its safety, effectiveness and clinical benefits.
Driver arrested on DUI, wanton endangerment charges after McCracken County crash
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Kevil man was arrested after a two-vehicle crash Wednesday night that sent one person to the hospital. McCracken County sheriff’s deputies responded around 10:07 p.m. Sept. 23 to Benton Road and Oaks Road. According to the sheriff’s office, Caleb Henry of Kevil was driving a 2020 Ford F-150 east on Benton Road when his...
Scoping Out Issues in Crohn's Disease
IBD specialist APPs Kimberly Kearns, Kim Orleck, Abigail Meyers, and Angelina Collins present a case study illustrating the challenges of diagnosing and treating Crohn's disease in part 1 of a 3-part video.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
They made progress toward deciphering molecular processes that underlie some devastating brain disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.
Ostomy Dressing Market Forecasts Growth from $3.80B (2026) to $4.73B by 2031, Profiling Coloplast, ConvaTec, Hollister, B. Braun & Salts Healthcare
The global ostomy dressings market is projected to grow from USD 3.80 billion in 2026 to USD 4.73 billion by 2031, at a 4.4% CAGR. Growth is driven by rising colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease cases, aging populations, improved peristomal skin care awareness, and expanding home care services. Skin barrier rings will record the fastest product growth, while Asia Pacific will be the fastest-growing region. Key companies include Coloplast, ConvaTec, Hollister, B. Braun, Solventum, and
Singapore plans to support mRNA influenza vaccine pilot
SINGAPORE, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) -- Singapore plans to support an mRNA influenza vaccine pilot initiative as part of efforts to strengthen the country's pandemic preparedness and develop adaptable vaccine manufacturing capabilities, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung has said. Speaking at a United Nations General Assembly side event on outbreak preparedness and response in New York on Wednesday, Ong said mRNA could offer g
Discovery of ancient wall could confirm origins of Paris
An ancient wall discovered in central Paris was hailed as a "major breakthrough" on Wednesday, as the archaeological find may have settled a long-standing debate about the location of the city's original settlement. A roughly 20-metre (66-foot) wall dating from the Gallo-Roman period was discovered in Paris this summer beneath a hospital on the Ile de la Cite, a stone's throw from Notre Dame Cathedral, the French culture ministry said.
Biodesix Advances Two Complementary Approaches to Molecular Residual Disease (MRD) Monitoring
Biodesix-led tumor-informed and tumor-naïve programs draw on the company’s bioinformatics and diagnostics test development expertise Biodesix-led tumor-informed and tumor-naïve programs draw on the company’s bioinformatics and diagnostics test development expertise
Re: Management of paracetamol (acetaminophen) toxicity
Agreement: I Agree Body: Dear Editor Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) is an effective, mild analgesic, antipyretic agent and probably the most widely used drug in the world because of its low cost and easy availability. The most important complication of a major overdose of paracetamol is paracetamol induced liver disease(PILD) and Acute renal failure in very small proportion, but only a small minority of patients are at risk. Some 25 years ago before effective antidotal therapy became generally avai
Mike Tindall's dad dies after 2-decade battle with Parkinson's disease
Mike Tindall's dad, Phil Tindall, has died, aged 80 following a two-decade battle with Parkinson's disease.
Villagers found with record levels of banned cancer chemical
Villagers found with record levels of banned cancer chemical
Vaccine Advisory Group Offers Advice on Flu Vaccine Timing - Medscape
Vaccine Advisory Group Offers Advice on Flu Vaccine Timing Medscape
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