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- AI identifies key gene driving aging in blood stem cellson 25/08/2026 at 3:38 am
Stem cells possess the unique ability to self-renew and transform into different types of cells. For example, rare hematopoietic stem cells found in bone marrow can become any type of blood cell.
- New lensless imaging method captures clearer images of moving objectson 25/08/2026 at 3:34 am
With the rapid development of smartphones, wearable devices, and portable medical diagnostic systems, increasingly stringent requirements have been placed on imaging systems: they are expected to provide clear images while remaining sufficiently compact and lightweight.
- Higher BPA exposure tracked with higher estrogen and progesterone in womenon 25/08/2026 at 3:29 am
Researchers found that higher urinary concentrations of BPA and several phthalate metabolites were associated with higher serum estrogen and progesterone levels in 90 premenopausal women from Iran. The cross-sectional study also identified positive associations for combined chemical exposures, although the authors cautioned that the mixture findings are exploratory and cannot establish causality.
- Protein degrader shows strong activity against treatment-resistant blood cancerson 25/08/2026 at 3:13 am
A first-in-class therapy to target MYC, one of the most sought-after and difficult targets in cancer biology, showed promise in hard-to-treat blood cancers, according to a new preclinical study from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center published in Blood.
- Researchers link GLP-1 drugs to lower tuberculosis risk in type 2 diabeteson 25/08/2026 at 3:03 am
A large retrospective cohort study found that GLP-1 receptor agonist use was associated with a lower risk of tuberculosis in people with type 2 diabetes compared with sulfonylureas, metformin, DPP-4 inhibitors, and SGLT2 inhibitors. The observational findings suggest a possible benefit beyond metabolic control, but the authors emphasize that prospective and mechanistic studies are needed to determine whether GLP-1 therapies themselves reduce TB risk.
- Understanding opioid risks can help prevent accidental overdoseson 25/08/2026 at 2:45 am
According to numbers calculated from the CDC, approximately 80,000 people died last year from a drug overdose, which represents about 21 deaths per 100,000 residents in the U.S. alone. Overdose deaths are preventable, and in most of the cases we see, they are completely accidental.
- Tick-borne alpha-gal syndrome poses potential risks during blood transfusionson 25/08/2026 at 2:42 am
A new multi-institute study led by researchers at Dartmouth Health and Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth suggests that alpha-gal syndrome, the tick-borne disease that can result in a chronic allergy to meat and animal byproducts, also may complicate certain patients' ability to safely receive a blood plasma or platelet transfusion.
- Recipient reputation helps stabilize cooperation in large communitieson 25/08/2026 at 2:36 am
When one person helps, or refuses to help, another in public, this may change not only the provider's reputation but also the recipient's.
- An 11-year study found the same social media pattern again and againon 25/08/2026 at 2:02 am
Across 11 annual U.S. surveys involving about 183,000 adults, higher social media use was consistently associated with self-reported depression, with social media ranking among the strongest predictors in machine-learning models. SHAP analyses suggested that social media use became a stronger positive signal for depression at around 150 minutes per day, although the authors stress that this is not an established clinical threshold and requires longitudinal and experimental testing.
- Japan vaccinated heavily during COVID-19. Why are so many unsure about vaccinating next time?on 25/08/2026 at 1:32 am
A nationwide Japanese survey found that only 53.1% of respondents said they would accept vaccination in a hypothetical future pandemic with COVID-19-like fatality, despite substantially higher previous COVID-19 vaccine uptake. Willingness varied by demographics, perceived disease risk, exposure to misinformation, vaccine characteristics, and practical factors such as cost, evidence, professional recommendations, and accessibility.
- Maternal smoking ıs associated with altered fetal left ventricular myocardial performance and fetoplacental hemodynamicson 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Neutrophil-derived apoptotic bodies function as decoy signals to preserve bone integrity during infectious osteomyelitison 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Colon-specific epigenetic clocks from minimal features reveal disease-driven agingon 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Nitric oxide-enriched plasma-activated water synergistically enhances the anticancer activity of Bauhinia variegata via TC2N-mediated apoptotic responses in lung cancer cellson 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- CaMK4 drives pathogenic Th17 cell response via the STAT3/RORγt axis in psoriasison 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Zinc accumulation in macrophages exacerbates metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease progressionon 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Carvedilol attenuates PTZ-induced epileptogenesis: associations with hippocampal neuroinflammation and PI3K/AKT/mTOR-related alterationson 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Inhibition of cyclin-dependent kinase 8 modulates chondrocyte transition to hypertrophy and provides in vivo protection against spontaneous osteoarthritison 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Integrating CT radiomics and morphologic features for preoperative risk stratification of gastrointestinal stromal tumourson 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Unc-51 like kinase 3 (ULK3) contributes to autophagy and cell survival in multiple myelomaon 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Electroencephalographic slowing during REM sleep as a marker of cholinergic network dysfunction in Lewy body disorderson 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Sex stratified differences in comorbidity patterns among early- and late-onset dementia patients: original research articleon 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Associations of RANKL/RANK/OPG pathway genetic variants and prosthodontic factors with severe residual ridge resorptionon 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- E-healthy diet literacy is associated with psychological well-being and diet-related risk behaviors among university students in Türkiye: a cross-sectional studyon 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Clinical validation pipeline of a deep learning model for segmenting and quantifying intracranial and ventricular volumes on computed tomographyon 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Apex-guided HIV vaccination: liposome-displayed Env trimers elicit PG9-like cross-neutralizing antibodieson 25/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Body Roundness Index Linked to Increased Odds of Asthma in Children, Teenson 24/08/2026 at 9:48 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 -- Among children and adolescents, higher body roundness index (BRI) is associated with increased odds of current asthma, according to a study published online Aug. 6 in the Annals of Human Biology.Tingqiaonan Chen, from...
- Prenatal Organophosphate Pesticide Exposure Not Linked to Autism Traitson 24/08/2026 at 9:47 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 -- Prenatal organophosphate pesticide (OP) exposure is not associated with autism-related traits in childhood, according to a study published online Aug. 24 in JAMA Pediatrics.Haleigh M. Cavalier, M.P.H., Ph.D., from NYU...
- FOBT Screening Linked to Reduction in CRC Mortalityon 24/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 -- Screening invitation and participation were associated with a reduction in colorectal cancer (CRC) mortality in a cohort study of population-based fecal occult blood test (FOBT) screening, published online Aug. 20 in JAMA...
- Cortical Thickness Alterations Can Precede Amyloid Positivityon 24/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 -- Alterations in cortical thickness can precede positron emission tomography (PET)-detectable amyloid positivity by several years, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in Nature Neuroscience. James M. Roe, from the...
- Family Medicine Shortage: Why Future Doctors Look Elsewhereon 24/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Dr. Genaro DeLeon, a resident physician at the Cleveland Clinic, couldn’t decide between pursuing surgery or family medicine. Surgery paid more and offered a more comfortable lifestyle, DeLeon said. On the other...
- CDC Characterizes Changing Epidemiology of Mpox Infectionon 24/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 -- Fewer cases of mpox virus (MPXV) infection were reported in 2025 than 2024, but the number of reported cases during September to October 2025 was double that seen in 2024, according to research published in the Aug. 20 issue...
- Health systems warn patients of MyChart phishing scamby Jill Hughes on 24/08/2026 at 2:44 pm
Epic says that the increase in phishing attempts are just cybercriminals taking advantage of the MyChart brand rather than a security concern.
- Alfalfa Sprouts Linked To E. Coli And Salmonella Outbreakon 24/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Alfalfa sprouts sold in grocery stores have sickened 55 people in 15 states, federal health officials say. Two of those people were infected with both E. coli and Salmonella, an unusual combination in a single...
- Normalizing BMI Linked to Lower Risk for Progression to Stage 3 Type 1 Diabeteson 24/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 -- Normalizing body mass index (BMI) is associated with a reduced risk for progression to stage 3 type 1 diabetes (T1D), with the association mainly observed in youth, according to a study published online July 16 in Diabetes...
- Zinc Supplementation Cuts Infections in Children Under 5 Years With Sickle Cell Anemiaon 24/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 -- For children younger than 5 years with sickle cell anemia, zinc supplementation at 20 mg per day is associated with a reduction in all-cause infection, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in the Journal of the...
- Losing A Parent Doubles Rates Of Mental Health Problems Among Childrenon 24/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Children who lose a parent develop mental health problems at twice the rate of kids with an intact family, a new study reports. Losing a parent to death, imprisonment or separation all dramatically increase risk of...
- Mass General Brigham hires Vanderbilt exec for inaugural nurse roleby Sydney Halleman on 24/08/2026 at 12:39 pm
Karen Keady’s appointment comes a month after about 4,500 clinicians at Mass General Brigham went on strike, hoping to secure better wages and other benefits.
- The Way You Use Weed Could Be A Red Flag For Addiction, Study Findson 24/08/2026 at 10:08 am
MONDAY, Aug. 24 2026 — The way you use weed might be a red flag for heavy use or addiction, a new study says. People who use weed in nearly every form — smoking, vaping, eating and dabbing — are nearly three times as likely to get...
- Screening Dramatically Reduces Risk Of Colon Cancer Deathon 24/08/2026 at 10:08 am
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Getting recommended colon cancer screenings can reduce your risk of dying from the disease by more than 40%, a new study says. People who took part in a stool screening program for colon cancer had a 43% lower risk of...
- Play Important Part Of Preschool Learning — But These Parents Don't Agree, Study Sayson 24/08/2026 at 10:08 am
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Play is considered one of the most powerful ways young children can learn and grow, but some preschools face family opposition to frolicking, a new study says. Nearly all teachers (97%) strongly agree that play...
- How Much Of A Cancer Drug Is Too Much? Patients, Researchers Challenge FDA-Approved Dosageson 24/08/2026 at 9:08 am
MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Northwestern University economist Chuck Manski studies decision-making amid uncertainty. That prepared him better than many other cancer patients to decide whether to stay on an immunotherapy treatment that was making...
- Transparency was never a pivot. It’s always been how we work.by Ed DeVaney, EVP & President, CVS Caremark on 24/08/2026 at 9:00 am
We’ve been building the PBM of the future. Let me share what that means.
- Healthcare was built around specialties. Patients experience it as one journey.by Dr. Shantanu Agrawal, Chief Health Officer, Elevance Health on 24/08/2026 at 9:00 am
Care coordination starts by designing healthcare around people, not disconnected systems.
- Metabolomics analysis of placenta associated with preterm birth and the function of candidate metabolites on decidual senescenceon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Price and evidence thresholds for wearable and continuous intraocular pressure monitoring in glaucoma: an early health-technology assessment in Türkiyeon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Influence of increased crown height space on reverse torque value in extra-narrow–diameter implants: insights from a 5-year laboratory simulationon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- MRI radiomics reveals peritumoural distance associations with IDH and MGMT status in gliomason 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Author Correction: Classification of fallers in Parkinson’s disease through machine learning based feature analysison 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Association of the FRAIL scale with major adverse cardiovascular events beyond conventional cardiovascular risk scores: a multicohort analysison 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Integrative transcriptomic analysis identifies ACP5 and FBLN5 as candidate shared transcriptomic signatures between pulpitis and carotid plaque ruptureon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Incidental findings from community-based mobile low-dose CT lung screening among older adults: a multicenter retrospective observational study in Chinaon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Barriers and facilitators to translating infection prevention knowledge into clinical practice at Bule Hora University Teaching Hospital, Ethiopia: mixed-methods studyon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Coaxial needle technique with real-time virtual magnetic navigation in transperineal MRI-TRUS fusion prostate biopsy: a multicenter retrospective studyon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Machine learning using gastric curvature angle and iliac crest level predicts nasoenteric tube success in critical careon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- A prognostic nomogram for 1-year mortality in ICU patients with heart failure and comorbid depressionon 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Prognostic value of acute-to-chronic glycaemic ratio in EVT-treated large vessel occlusion stroke according to diabetes status: a machine learning-augmented analysison 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Expert-AI collaboration enhances diagnostic accuracy and agreement in CTA interpretation of acute aortic syndromeson 24/08/2026 at 12:00 am
- Higher Diet Quality Linked to Improved Lung Function in Asthma, COPDon 21/08/2026 at 9:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Higher diet quality is associated with better lung function (LF), especially among individuals with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a study published online Aug. 17 in ERJ Open...
- December 2024 to 2025 Saw Significant Increase in Leucovorin Dispensingon 21/08/2026 at 9:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Leucovorin dispensing to children increased 700 percent from December 2024 to December 2025, according to a research letter published in the Aug. 13 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. Kao‑Ping Chua, M.D., Ph.D...
- Huge Gap Exists Between Regulatory Authorization, Clinical Validation of AI Medical Deviceson 21/08/2026 at 9:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Only three of the 1,357 U.S. Food and Drug Administration-authorized artificial intelligence (AI) medical devices have been evaluated for clinical effectiveness, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in PLOS Digital...
- Doctors say they feel pressured to prioritize corporate interests over patients: reportby Jill Hughes on 21/08/2026 at 3:31 pm
A survey from a doctor’s lobby says burnout is rising as a growing number of doctors are employed by corporations.
- Preoperative Chemo + Immunotherapy Combo Shrinks Head, Neck Cancer Tumorson 21/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Combining chemotherapy with immunotherapy before surgery for head and neck cancer is associated with significantly greater reductions in tumor size than immunotherapy alone, according to a study published online Aug. 13 in...
- FDA Clears First Robot That Draws Blood On Its Ownon 21/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — The next time you roll up your sleeve for a blood test, the hand holding the needle may not be a hand at all. Federal regulators have authorized the first robot capable of drawing blood from a patient's arm on its own...
- Habitual Fasting May Be Harmful for Older Adultson 21/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Habitual fasting may be detrimental in older adults, according to a study published online Aug. 20 in the Journal of Internal Medicine. Luis Kalmbach, from the Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University, and colleagues...
- Aircrew Face Higher Odds of Radiation-Related Cancer Deathson 21/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Flight attendants and pilots have a higher proportion of radiation-related cancer deaths compared with other occupations, according to a research letter published online Aug. 17 in JAMA Internal Medicine. Vishal R. Patel...
- Cannabis Use Linked to Earlier Age of Psychosis Onseton 21/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Cannabis users may have an earlier age at onset (AAO) of psychosis than nonusers, with larger differences accumulating with age, according to a review published online Aug. 18 in Biological Psychiatry. Carly Stevens, M.D...
- Small Change in Hours Benefits Emergency Physicians Working Night Shiftson 21/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- A small change in night-shift hours improves sleep quality and inflammatory biomarkers in emergency medicine physicians, according to a pilot study published in the September issue of the American Journal of Emergency...
- Vitruvias Therapeutics, Inc. Issues Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Thyroid Tablets, USP 30 mg Due to Potential Super Potencyon 21/08/2026 at 1:50 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer AUBURN, Ala. (August 21, 2026) – Vitruvias Therapeutics Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot (Lot. No. 504950) of Thyroid Tablets, USP 30 mg to the consumer level. The product is being recalled...
- Diet Quality Versus Cutting Calories: What Matters More For Weight Loss?on 21/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Is weight loss really just about calories in, calories out — or does diet quality make a difference? A team led by Dr. Thomas Keyserling, a professor of medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel...
- Nearly 8 In 10 Young Adults Are In Early Stages Of Metabolic Disorder, Study Findson 21/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — A surprising number of young adults have early signs of a metabolic disorder that could have a lasting impact on their health, a new study says. Nearly 8 of 10 people with an average age of 23 had signs of...
- TikTok Shaping Teens' Appetites, Dieton 21/08/2026 at 10:08 am
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — TikTok is shaping teenagers’ appetites, a new study suggests. Teens say what they see on TikTok is prompting hunger, driving their cravings and fueling their interest in trying new food, researchers reported Aug...
- Psilocybin Safe And Effective Against Mood Disorders, Real-World Data Showon 21/08/2026 at 10:08 am
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Oregon’s landmark psilocybin program is showing that the “magic mushroom” chemical can help people manage their mood disorders, a new study says. People participating in state-regulated psilocybin...
- Self-Driving Cars Might Not Be Safe For Everyone, Study Sayson 21/08/2026 at 10:08 am
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — You might want to steer clear of self-driving vehicles if you have a history of head injuries, a new study warns. Hockey players who’d suffered repeated concussions were slower to respond when a self-driving car...
- Medicare's Paying Less For Cataract Surgery. Eye Doctors Are Turning To Lucrative Lasers.on 21/08/2026 at 9:08 am
FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Tammy Chalala, a retired dietitian in New York, was thrilled with the results of her cataract surgeries, which left her with close to 20/20 vision. She said she paid nearly $4,000 out-of-pocket for her two surgeries...
- More Than 2 in 3 Patients View Test Results Before Their Doctoron 20/08/2026 at 11:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- More than two-thirds of patients report viewing their test results in a portal before hearing from a provider, but how well they understand them is tied to their digital literacy, according to a study published online Aug...
- FDA Authorizes First Standalone Robotic Device to Draw Bloodon 20/08/2026 at 10:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the Aletta as the first standalone robotic device that can draw blood from a patient's arm. The device is authorized for use in adult outpatients with the oversight of...
- Composite Dietary Antioxidant Index Inversely Linked to Cervical Cancer Prevalenceon 20/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The Composite Dietary Antioxidant Index (CDAI) is significantly inversely associated with cervical cancer (CC) prevalence, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in the International Journal of Gynecology &...
- Sleep Disturbances, Duration Linked to Working Life Expectancyon 20/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- Sleep disturbances and long sleep duration are associated with a reduction in working life expectancy (WLE), according to a study published online Aug. 18 in Occupational & Environmental Medicine. Saana Myllyntausta...
- Number of Health Care Workers Has Increased 198.5 Percent Since 1990on 20/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The global health workforce has expanded since 1990, mainly due to an increase in female health workers, according to a study published online Aug. 18 in The Lancet Public Health. Megan Knight, from the Institute for...
- ED Boarding Time Varies Considerably Across Hospitalson 20/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The timeliness of the transition from emergency department (ED) to inpatient management varies considerably by hospital, according to a research letter published online in the Journal of the American Medical...
- Childhood-Onset Epilepsy Tied to Lower Rate of Educational Attainmenton 20/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- Childhood-onset epilepsy is associated with significantly lower completion rates of primary school and long-term educational attainment, according to a study published online Aug. 18 in the Journal of Neurology...
- Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy Beneficial for Brain Tumorson 20/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) shows promise for patients with primary and metastatic brain tumors, with short hospital stays and preserved quality of life, according to a study published online Aug. 17 in the...
- Fitch explains how healthcare organizations can keep strong credit ratings despite cyberattacksby Eric Geller on 20/08/2026 at 2:45 pm
Resilience, not prevention, is key, analysts at the credit-rating agency said in a pair of new reports.
- R1 drills down on AI prior authorizations with Humata buyby Jill Hughes on 20/08/2026 at 2:39 pm
The revenue cycle company wants to automate claims processing, and R1 is banking that Humata’s track record of streamlining medical preapprovals should help further that goal.
- Model May Help Identify Women at Risk for Overactive Bladderon 20/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- A machine learning model can predict overactive bladder (OAB) risk in women, using common reproductive and sociodemographic data, according to a study published online Aug. 12 in JMIR Medical Informatics. Guoqiang Huang...
- Personalized Vaccine Helped Melanoma Patients Stay Cancer-Free Longer, Drugmakers Sayon 20/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — An experimental vaccine kept melanoma from returning or spreading in people at high risk of the skin cancer coming back, drugmakers Moderna and Merck announced Wednesday. The vaccine is built for one patient at a...
- Adults Hold Outdated Beliefs About Antibioticson 20/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- U.S. adults hold outdated beliefs on antibiotics, according to a study published online July 21 in Open Forum Infectious Diseases. Alistair Thorpe, Ph.D., from the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University...
- Humana taps physician executive as new chief medical officerby Rebecca Pifer Parduhn on 20/08/2026 at 2:04 pm
Dr. Shantanu Nundy is joining the Kentucky-based insurer from health navigation firm Accolade. He’s had a varied career — advising the FDA on AI, teaching, working for the World Bank, practicing medicine and more.
- Sugary Drinks Linked To Doubled Risk Of Stomach Canceron 20/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Sugary drinks aren’t just rotting your teeth, a new study says. Sugar-sweetened beverages might more than double a person’s risk of stomach cancer, researchers reported Aug. 17 in the journal Gastro Hep...
- Can Antioxidants Help Protect Against Cervical Cancer?on 20/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Could a diet rich in antioxidants help women lower their risk of cervical cancer? A new study suggests these compounds may play a role in preventing the disease, the fifth-most commonly diagnosed cancer in women...
- Spinal Cord Stimulation Improves Arm Strength, Mobility In Stroke Survivorson 20/08/2026 at 10:08 am
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Spinal cord stimulation might help stroke survivors improve their arm strength and hand mobility, a small-scale study has found. Seven stroke survivors suffering from profound muscle weakness experienced an average...
- Too Much Caregiving Can Harm Mental Health, Study Findson 20/08/2026 at 10:08 am
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Caregivers who spend more than half a workweek providing unpaid service to others are risking their own mental health, a new study says. More than 20 hours a week delivering unpaid care increases a caregiver’s...
- Why You Move Matters When It Comes To Brain Health, Dementia Riskon 20/08/2026 at 10:08 am
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — It’s been said that regular physical activity can help lower risk of dementia, but a new evidence review suggests that why you move also matters. Leisure-time exercise like walking, cycling, running, swimming...
- You Want To Join A Clinical Trial. Here's What To Know About The Hurdleson 20/08/2026 at 9:08 am
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Connecting people with clinical trials is complicated — even if people identify a promising match, there’s a slew of potentially thorny factors, including geographic incompatibility, and financial and time...
- Safety Intervention Reduces Incidence of Postoperative Endophthalmitison 19/08/2026 at 8:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- A multifaceted surgical safety intervention is effective and sustainable in reducing the incidence of postoperative endophthalmitis (POE) following ophthalmic surgery, according to a study published in the September issue...
- Phthalates From Personal Care Products Tied to Higher BP in Pregnancyon 19/08/2026 at 8:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- Higher concentrations of personal care products-associated chemicals may contribute to elevated blood pressure (BP) in pregnancy, according to a study published online July 13 in the Journal of the Endocrine...
- Providence names new CFO amid financial turnaroundby Sydney Halleman on 19/08/2026 at 6:56 pm
Kevin Smith will become the nonprofit’s new finance chief this fall, succeeding Greg Hoffman, who retired in June. Smith’s appointment comes as Providence works to improve its operations following years of losses.
- Providence Health Plan to close completely after Medicare Advantage deal falls throughby Rebecca Pifer Parduhn on 19/08/2026 at 4:28 pm
The regional health plan was in talks with an unnamed national insurer to keep its MA plans afloat. But the agreement sputtered “despite significant effort on all sides,” a Providence spokesperson said.
- Lung Disease More Common With Ulcerative Colitis Than Crohn Diseaseon 19/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is more often associated with ulcerative colitis (UC) than Crohn disease (CD), according to a study published online July 24 in Crohn's & Colitis 360. Sneh Parekh, D.O., from the...
- Non-U.S.-Born Physicians Make Up Nearly Half of Internal Medicine Workforceon 19/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- Non-U.S.-born physicians make up nearly half of the internal medicine workforce in the United States, according to a research letter published online Aug. 12 in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Giacomo...
- Couples' Coping Skills Help Reduce Depression in GI Cancer Survivorson 19/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- Dyadic coping is a potentially modifiable protective factor in the psychological health of middle-aged and older gastrointestinal cancer survivors, according to a study recently published in the European Journal of...
- Exercise Link to Dementia Varies by Physical Activity Domainon 19/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- High physical activity is associated with reduced risks for dementia, with the associations varying by physical activity domain, according to a review published online Aug. 18 in The Lancet Public Health. Natan Feter...
- Risk for Prostate Cancer Elevated With Higher Ultraprocessed Food Intakeon 19/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- Higher ultraprocessed food (UPF) intake is associated with a higher risk for prostate cancer, according to a study published online Aug. 7 in the American Journal of Medicine. Hunter Scott, from Florida Atlantic...
- Outshine Frozen Fruit Bars Recalled Over Possible Glass Contaminationon 19/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 — Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc. is recalling several kinds of Outshine Fruit Bars because they may contain pieces of glass. The voluntary recall covers Strawberry, Watermelon, Grape, Tangerine and Black Cherry...
- Photos, Screenshots Degrade People's Memory, Study Sayson 19/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 — Think twice before taking that selfie or saving that screenshot to remember something, researchers warn. It might help you in the moment, but could harm your memory in the long run, a new study says. Taking photos...
- Study Raises New Questions About Fluoride Exposure During Pregnancyon 19/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 — A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health is raising questions about fluoride exposure during pregnancy and children's cognitive development. "This study addresses an important gap by evaluating...
- Optimal Balance Pharmacy Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Certain Lots of Compounded Glutathione 200 mg/mL Multi-Dose Vials Due to Elevated Endotoxin Levelson 19/08/2026 at 11:46 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer August 19, 2026 – Houston, Texas, Optimal Balance Pharmacy is voluntarily recalling one lot of Compounded Glutathione 200 MG/ML 30 ML Multi-Dose Vials to the patient level. The product is being...
- Do Dogs Help Teens Cope With Social Stress? It Depends, Researchers Sayon 19/08/2026 at 10:08 am
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 — They say a dog is a boy’s or girl’s best friend, but that relationship isn’t always a healthy one for a teenager who struggles with social anxiety, a new study says. Teens manage their stress in...
- These Jet-Setting Jobs Carry The Highest Risk Of Radiation-Related Cancer Death In The Nationon 19/08/2026 at 10:08 am
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 — Two jet-setting jobs carry the nation’s highest risk of radiation-related cancer death, a new study says. Out of more than 500 U.S. occupations, flight attendants and pilots are first and second when it comes...
- Fingertip Patch Tracks Medication Levels In Parkinson's Patientson 19/08/2026 at 10:08 am
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 — It’s tough to home in on the right dose of drugs for Parkinson’s disease patients. Too little levodopa — the gold-standard drug for the disease, usually in combination with carbidopa — will...
- What Geriatric Emergency Departments Do Differentlyon 19/08/2026 at 9:08 am
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 — It had been a rough few months. Cynthia Tompkins was hospitalized in May for osteomyelitis — a bone infection — then spent six weeks in a rehabilitation facility. “It was a struggle,” she...
- B. Braun Medical Inc. Issues Voluntary North American Recall of Excel® Lactated Ringers Injection, 1000mL Due to the Presence of Particulate Matteron 19/08/2026 at 2:18 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer August 19, 2026– Bethlehem, PA, B. Braun Medical Inc (B. Braun), is voluntarily recalling one lot of Excel® Lactated Ringers Injection, 1000mL to the hospital/healthcare facility level, due to...
- Social Engagement May Sustain Brain Health Functionon 18/08/2026 at 10:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- Greater engagement in social activities at baseline is associated with greater preservation of brain function over time in older adults, according to a study published online Aug. 12 in Alzheimer’s &...
- Rates of Active Surveillance for Low-Risk Prostate Cancer High for Veteranson 18/08/2026 at 10:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- Uptake of active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer is very high in the Veterans Affairs (VA) health system, according to a research letter published online Aug. 13 in the Journal of the American Medical...
- How To Protect Yourself During Wildfire Seasonon 18/08/2026 at 5:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — Wildfires are on the rise in many parts of the world, bringing with them major health threats. As bad air days become more and more common, it’s a good idea to learn new ways to keep your lungs and body systems...
- Long-Term Risk for Incident Psoriasis Elevated With Irritable Bowel Syndromeon 18/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- Patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have an increased risk for incident psoriasis, according to a study published online Aug. 7 in the Journal of Global Health. Yuting Qiu, from Capital Medical University in...
- Heat-Not-Burn Tobacco, E-Cigarettes May Be Linked to Postoperative Recurrence of Crohn Diseaseon 18/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- For patients with Crohn disease (CD), heat-not-burn tobacco (HNBT) and possibly electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is associated with increased postoperative endoscopic recurrence of CD, according to a study published...
- Systemic Physical Multimorbidity Higher With Schizophrenia-Spectrum, Bipolar Disorderon 18/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- People with schizophrenia-spectrum or bipolar disorder have increased relative and absolute incidence of systemic physical multimorbidity, according to a study published in the September issue of The Lancet...
- Increase Seen in Rates of Xenobiotic-Induced Liver Injury From 2020 to 2024on 18/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- The rates of xenobiotic-induced liver injury (XILI) have increased, with acetaminophen (APAP) alone being the most frequently implicated xenobiotic, according to a study published online Aug. 13 in Clinical Gastroenterology...
- Most Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Candidates Meet Criteria for Clinical Obesityon 18/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- Most metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) candidates meet criteria for clinical obesity (adiposity with obesity-related organ dysfunction), according to a study published online Aug. 11 in JAMA Network Open. Simone...
- Digital Behavioral Health Game Reduces Depressive Symptoms in Teenson 18/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 -- A codesigned digital behavioral health game for adolescents with depressive and anxiety symptoms is associated with a modest, sustained reduction in depressive symptoms, according to a study published online Aug. 17 in JAMA...
- Kindergarten Vaccine Exemptions Hit Record High, New CDC Data Showson 18/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — A record share of U.S. kindergartners started school last year without at least one required vaccine, new federal data show. Exemptions rose to 4.2% during the 2025-2026 school year, up from 3.6% a year earlier...
- Loneliness Is A Health Crisis, But Doctors Alone Can't Cure It, Analysis Argueson 18/08/2026 at 2:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — Loneliness is contributing to illness, but it’s a fool’s errand to expect doctors alone to cure this particular ailment, a new study says. Social isolation — whether it be from loss, health problems...
- Constipation In Space: A New Study Provides Answerson 18/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — Constipation is a well-known problem for astronauts in space, and researchers now think they know why it occurs. Weightlessness appears to affect the gut microbiome, the billions of healthy bacteria that reside in a...
- Social Media Beauty Trends May Up Teens' Exposure To Hormone-Disrupting Chemicalson 18/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — That beauty tutorial on social media might influence more than what your teen buys. It may also increase their exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals, a new study warns. "We often hear that social media may hurt...
- Waist Size Is Accurate Way To Gauge Unhealthy Excess Weight, Study Sayson 18/08/2026 at 10:08 am
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — Are you worried that extra pounds might be harming your health? Check the notches on your belt, a new study suggests. Waist size might be one of the simplest and most effective measures to detect health risks...
- Panel Offers First Guidelines For Using E-Cigarettes To Help Smokers Quiton 18/08/2026 at 10:08 am
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — A panel of experts has issued the first clinical guidelines for using e-cigarettes to help adults quit smoking. E-cigarettes should be offered alongside other smoking cessation strategies like nicotine replacement...
- Newsom Promotes Affordable Insulin, But California's Generic Label Off To A Slow Starton 18/08/2026 at 9:08 am
TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2026 — At a Walgreens in San Francisco’s bustling Japantown neighborhood, pharmacist Margaret On stocks two boxes of long-acting insulin pens from California’s new prescription drug label, CalRx, emblazoned with...
- Jalapeño Recalls Keep Growing As Salmonella Outbreak Investigation Continueson 17/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 17, 2026 — The list of foods pulled from store shelves because they contain Salmonella-linked jalapeño peppers keeps getting longer. Two more companies announced recalls in the past week, the U.S. Food and Drug...
- Music Streaming Linked To Rise In Traffic Deathson 17/08/2026 at 3:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 17, 2026 — When a blockbuster album drops, streaming numbers may not be the only thing that spikes. A new study, published today in JAMA Network Open, finds traffic deaths also rise significantly. Dr. Vishal Patel of Harvard...
- Quartz Countertop Workers Are Falling Prey To Lung Diseaseon 17/08/2026 at 1:08 pm
MONDAY, Aug. 17, 2026 — There’s a rapidly growing epidemic of lung disease among craftspeople working with quartz countertops, a new study says. More and more quartz workers are developing silicosis, an incurable and progressive lung...
- Many Smokers Unaware Of Heart, Brain Risks Of Smokingon 17/08/2026 at 10:08 am
MONDAY, Aug. 17, 2026 — Many smokers still haven’t absorbed the fact that smoking and secondhand smoke cause heart attacks and strokes, despite decades of messaging around tobacco’s health risks, a new study says. More than 90%...
- Voluntary Lot Withdrawals of Immune Globulin Intravenous (IGIV) and Immune Globulin Subcutaneous (IGSC) for Increased Reports of Allergic/Hypersensitivity Reactionson 14/08/2026 at 1:25 pm
Audience: Health Care Professionals August 14, 2026 -- As a precautionary measure, the following lots of Immune Globulin Intravenous (IGIV) and Immune Globulin Subcutaneous (IGSC) have been voluntarily withdrawn by the manufacturers due to a higher...
- Immune Cell Blood Test May Predict Melanoma Immunotherapy Responseon 12/08/2026 at 7:06 pm
New findings link blood-based immune cell changes during immunotherapy to survival and side effects in melanoma.
- Liquid Biopsy Combines Multiple Signals for Cancer Detection in a Single Analysison 12/08/2026 at 6:57 pm
A liquid biopsy integrates multiple blood biomarkers to enable cancer detection and longitudinal monitoring.
- AI Model Standardizes Spatial Proteomics for Cancer Patient Stratificationon 12/08/2026 at 6:27 pm
An AI approach unifies spatial proteomics to map tumor microenvironments ..
- Compact Prenatal Screening System Expands Access to Preeclampsia Testingon 12/08/2026 at 6:13 pm
Revvity has introduced SuperFlex, a compact CE-IVDR certified immunoassay system for maternal and fetal biochemistry testing in lower-volume workflows.
- Compact Prenatal Screening System Expands Access to Preeclampsia Testingon 12/08/2026 at 6:13 pm
Revvity has introduced SuperFlex, a compact CE-IVDR certified immunoassay system for maternal and fetal biochemistry testing in lower-volume workflows.
- FDA Clears One-Hour Panel for Bloodstream Infection and AMR Detectionon 12/08/2026 at 5:03 pm
A new syndromic panel detects 20 pathogen targets and 10 antimicrobial resistance markers from positive blood cultures in about one...
- Newborn Screening Program Adds Spinal Muscular Atrophy Testing Across Englandon 12/08/2026 at 4:31 pm
An England-wide evaluation adds spinal muscular atrophy to the standard heel‑prick newborn test, enabling earlier diagnosis and access to treatment.
- Immune Cell Blood Test May Predict Melanoma Immunotherapy Responseon 12/08/2026 at 3:06 pm
New findings link blood-based immune cell changes during immunotherapy to survival and side effects in melanoma.
- Immune Cell Blood Test May Predict Melanoma Immunotherapy Responseon 12/08/2026 at 3:06 pm
New findings link blood-based immune cell changes during immunotherapy to survival and side effects in melanoma.
- Ozempic may have revealed the brain’s hidden “craving center”on 12/08/2026 at 2:36 pm
Ozempic-like drugs appear to weaken more than hunger—they may also reduce cravings for alcohol and other addictive substances. Scientists are increasingly tracing this effect to the lateral septum, a brain region that helps connect memories and surroundings with rewarding experiences. Packed with GLP-1 receptors, it may act as a crucial control point between thinking about a reward and feeling compelled to pursue it. The discovery could open new approaches to treating addiction as well as obesity.
- Compact Prenatal Screening System Expands Access to Preeclampsia Testingon 12/08/2026 at 2:10 pm
Revvity has introduced SuperFlex, a compact CE-IVDR certified immunoassay system for maternal and fetal biochemistry testing in lower-volume workflows.
- Scientists discover a hidden brain rhythm that could improve Parkinson’s treatmenton 12/08/2026 at 1:20 pm
Scientists have pinpointed a brain network—and its distinctive electrical rhythm—that appears to drive the benefits of deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease. The discovery could lead to more precise, personalized stimulation settings and better results for patients.
- 3,500-year-old skeletons challenge what scientists thought they knew about syphilison 12/08/2026 at 1:05 pm
Ancient remains from Vietnam suggest diseases like yaws may have been passed from mother to child thousands of years ago, a form of transmission often assumed to indicate syphilis. The discovery could overturn how scientists interpret ancient infections and complicate the long-running mystery of syphilis’s origins.
- The adult brain can repair itself better than scientists thoughton 12/08/2026 at 12:43 pm
The adult brain may be far better at repairing itself than scientists once believed. In mice, researchers discovered a special group of support cells called astrocytes that respond to damaged brain tissue by rebuilding lost cellular networks. Rather than simply moving into the injured area, these cells perform a remarkable maneuver: they create new nuclei and send them traveling through long cellular extensions to repopulate damaged regions.
- Scientists turn sheep’s wool into a material that helps regrow boneon 12/08/2026 at 11:17 am
Keratin extracted from sheep’s wool helped damaged bone regenerate in animals, producing tissue that was more organized and structurally similar to healthy bone than tissue grown with conventional collagen scaffolds. The discovery could turn an abundant agricultural byproduct into a promising new material for regenerative medicine.
- MIT neuroscientists discover the brain can reason without wordson 11/08/2026 at 1:12 pm
MIT neuroscientists have found striking evidence that language and logical reasoning are powered by separate systems in the brain. Even people with severe language impairments caused by stroke were able to solve challenging logic puzzles as well as people without those impairments, while brain scans showed that language-processing regions stayed largely quiet during reasoning tasks.
- Marine heatwaves are harming human health in surprising wayson 11/08/2026 at 12:09 pm
Marine heatwaves are emerging as a threat not just to coral reefs and fisheries, but to human health and well-being. Researchers warn that unusually hot oceans can fuel stronger storms, trigger harmful algal blooms, reduce seafood supplies, disrupt livelihoods, and contribute to anxiety, grief, and depression in coastal communities.
- A simple blood test could detect multiple cancers and reveal where they startedon 11/08/2026 at 2:36 am
UCLA researchers have created a blood test that can scan DNA signals for multiple cancers, liver diseases, and signs of organ damage—and even indicate where trouble may be developing. Early results suggest the inexpensive approach could bring medicine closer to a single blood test capable of catching a wide range of diseases before they become harder to treat.
- Exercise may help the aging brain “take out the trash”on 11/08/2026 at 1:49 am
Regular exercise may help the brain clear away harmful waste that can build up with age. Researchers found that physical activity supports several processes linked to the brain’s glymphatic cleanup system, including better sleep, lower inflammation, and healthier blood vessels. Because this waste-removal system becomes increasingly important as we get older, exercise could play a meaningful role in protecting against cognitive decline.
- Blood Test on a Chip Offers Low-Cost Lung Cancer Detection Without DNA Sequencingon 10/08/2026 at 10:04 pm
A sequencing-free blood test on a chip can classify lung cancer using chemical fingerprints in cell-free DNA.
- Blood Test on a Chip Offers Low-Cost Lung Cancer Detection Without DNA Sequencingon 10/08/2026 at 10:04 pm
A sequencing-free blood test on a chip can classify lung cancer using chemical fingerprints in cell-free DNA.
- Whole-Cell Genomic Analysis Expands the Potential of Liquid Biopsyon 10/08/2026 at 10:02 pm
A new test that analyzes intact circulating tumor cells aims to offer a clinically superior alternative to standard fragment-based blood...
- New GLP-1 pill delivers up to 12% weight loss in 36 weekson 10/08/2026 at 2:50 pm
An experimental GLP-1 pill helped people with obesity or overweight lose as much as 12.1% of their body weight in just 36 weeks. Unlike injectable drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic, aleniglipron is a small molecule that can be taken once daily with or without food and could potentially be produced more easily at scale.
- 1 in 5 people may carry this hidden genetic heart riskon 10/08/2026 at 1:03 pm
Very high levels of the inherited cholesterol-related particle Lp(a) were linked to a greater risk of major cardiovascular events, particularly stroke and cardiovascular death, in a study of more than 20,000 people. Since elevated Lp(a) often flies completely under the radar, a simple blood test could uncover hidden heart risk that standard cholesterol testing may miss.
- Fresenius Kabi Issues Nationwide Recall of Tyenne (tocilizumab-aazg) Injection 400 mg/20 mL Vials Due to Presence of Glass Particleson 10/08/2026 at 9:23 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer August 10, 2026 – LAKE ZURICH, Ill.— Fresenius Kabi, an operating company of the Fresenius Group, is recalling one lot of Tyenne (tocilizumab-aazg) Injection 400 mg/20 mL (20 mg/mL) 20 mL...
- Blood Test Could Help Fast-Track Lymphoma Diagnosis in Resource-Limited Settingson 10/08/2026 at 8:22 am
A blood-based AI platform triages suspected lymphoma for faster biopsy, offering strong detection and differentiation from benign causes.
- Liquid Biopsy Assay Enriches Tumor DNA for Early Detection and Monitoringon 10/08/2026 at 8:11 am
A new liquid biopsy method isolates over 99% pure ctDNA from plasma, enabling multi-cancer early detection and MRD surveillance.
- New Genetic Findings Reveal Cause of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromeon 10/08/2026 at 8:08 am
Researchers identify inherited genetic variants that define a new bone marrow failure disorder and blood cancer risk.
- FDA-Cleared Digital Pathology Platform Expands Interoperability for Primary Diagnosison 10/08/2026 at 7:47 am
A newly cleared digital pathology system expands interoperability and cloud support for primary diagnosis.
- D-Serine May Predict Immune Checkpoint Therapy Resistance in Gastric Canceron 10/08/2026 at 7:46 am
New data show that D-amino acids promote immune suppression in gastric tumors and may signal resistance to immunotherapy.
- Study Reveals Viral Protein Driving COVID-19-Related Vascular Injuryon 10/08/2026 at 3:44 am
New findings show SARS‑CoV‑2 nucleocapsid amplifies macrophage inflammation and disrupts vascular barriers
- A daily glass of fruit juice was linked to lower depression scoreson 10/08/2026 at 2:09 am
A daily glass of 100% fruit juice or a smoothie may help improve more than just fruit intake. In a small four-week trial, participants who added one to a healthier diet showed significantly lower depression scores, hinting that a simple dietary change could also support mental well-being.
- Scientists find the strength training “sweet spot” for a longer lifeon 10/08/2026 at 12:52 am
Just a couple of hours of strength training each week could have surprisingly powerful effects on longevity. People who lifted weights for around 90 to 120 minutes weekly had a 13% lower risk of dying early, with especially large reductions in deaths from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Pairing strength training with regular aerobic exercise was even more impressive, lowering overall death risk by about 45%.
- Frequent cannabis users wake up with their “stress hormone” already elevatedon 09/08/2026 at 12:40 pm
Frequent cannabis users may wake up with unusually high levels of the stress hormone cortisol, suggesting their daily stress rhythms could be disrupted. Researchers say the finding raises questions about whether using cannabis for stress relief might, over time, interfere with the very system that helps the body handle stress.
- For decades, we were told to choose low-fat dairy. New research says otherwiseon 09/08/2026 at 12:12 pm
Full-fat dairy may be healthier than conventional advice has suggested. In a 12-week study, adults who ate three servings a day showed no meaningful increases in weight, body fat, cholesterol, or insulin resistance. They also experienced improved blood pressure and consumed more calcium, protein, and vitamin D. The findings suggest dairy’s complex structure may matter more than its saturated fat content alone.
- Wine, beer, or spirits? Massive study finds a surprising health divideon 09/08/2026 at 7:49 am
A study tracking more than 340,000 adults for over a decade found that heavy drinking increased the risk of death regardless of beverage type. At lower levels, however, the picture became more surprising: beer, cider, and spirits were linked to higher mortality, while wine was associated with lower risk. Moderate wine drinkers had a 21% lower risk of cardiovascular death compared with people who rarely or never drank.
- Scientists say just 7 days of meditation can rewire your brainon 09/08/2026 at 3:50 am
An intensive seven-day meditation retreat triggered striking changes across the brain and body, including shifts tied to neuroplasticity, immunity, metabolism, and natural pain relief. Participants also showed brain connectivity patterns resembling those associated with psychedelic experiences, suggesting that powerful altered states may be achievable without drugs.
- Stress can scramble your brain’s internal GPS, MRI study findson 09/08/2026 at 3:21 am
Stress may literally scramble the brain’s internal GPS. Researchers found that cortisol, a hormone released during stress, made people significantly worse at navigating a virtual environment and disrupted the precise activity of grid cells, specialized brain cells that help us understand where we are in space. When landmarks were missing, this navigation system nearly stopped functioning, while another brain region appeared to step in and compensate.
- Scientists reveal how much exercise you really need to protect your hearton 08/08/2026 at 1:49 pm
Getting the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise each week may offer only modest protection against heart attacks and strokes. A large study suggests that substantially greater benefits may require roughly 560 to 610 minutes a week—nearly 9 to 10 hours of brisk walking, running, cycling, or similar activity.
- A protein older than blood circulation could transform cancer immunotherapyon 08/08/2026 at 1:31 pm
A protein that evolved long before the human circulatory system may help unlock stronger cancer treatments. When C3 is produced inside tumors, it blocks immune-suppressing cells and gives immunotherapy a better chance to work. Researchers were even able to recreate this effect in resistant tumors, significantly improving survival in mice.
- New Genetic Findings Reveal Cause of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromeon 08/08/2026 at 1:24 pm
Researchers identify inherited genetic variants that define a new bone marrow failure disorder and blood cancer risk.
- Cutting sweet foods doesn’t curb cravings or improve healthon 08/08/2026 at 12:55 pm
Changing how much sweet-tasting food people eat may not change how much they crave or enjoy sweetness after all. In a six-month trial, researchers found that people assigned to high-, low-, or average-sweetness diets showed no meaningful differences in their preference for sweet foods, body weight, or markers linked to diabetes and heart disease. Many participants also drifted back toward their previous eating habits once the trial ended.
- Teen cannabis use linked to slower memory and thinking growthon 08/08/2026 at 1:25 am
Teens who start using cannabis may experience slower growth in memory, attention, language, and processing speed. Their abilities often developed normally at first, then began leveling off while nonusers continued improving. THC appeared to be the most likely driver, especially for worsening memory.
- Portable Troponin Assay Brings Heart Attack Diagnosis Closer to Patientson 07/08/2026 at 1:54 pm
A high-sensitivity assay detects cTnI in under 25 minutes, supporting MI diagnosis in ambulatory and resource-limited settings.
- Portable Troponin Assay Brings Heart Attack Diagnosis Closer to Patientson 07/08/2026 at 1:54 pm
A high-sensitivity assay detects cTnI in under 25 minutes, supporting MI diagnosis in ambulatory and resource-limited settings.
- Vitamin C may fight cancer — but not the way scientists once thoughton 07/08/2026 at 1:02 pm
Linus Pauling was widely mocked for claiming that vitamin C could fight cancer, especially after trials using vitamin C pills showed no benefit. Researchers now know that intravenous vitamin C reaches vastly higher concentrations and can behave more like an experimental cancer drug than an ordinary supplement. Early studies suggest it may damage vulnerable cancer cells, reduce treatment side effects, and possibly improve outcomes for some patients.
- New autism therapy shows surprising benefits even in adult miceon 07/08/2026 at 12:38 pm
Blocking the glycine transporter SLC6A20 restored important brain signaling and improved social, communication, and repetitive behaviors in autism-related mouse models. The treatment also worked in human brain organoids and showed lasting effects in adult mice, suggesting the brain may remain more treatable later in life than previously thought.
- Scientists tracked 12 people in Antarctica for 10 months—what happened could shape future Mars missionson 07/08/2026 at 11:18 am
A ten-month Antarctic experiment found that astronauts may struggle not only with loneliness but also with spending too much time around the same people. Frequent contact was linked to greater tension and mistrust, while the crew increasingly divided into cultural and language-based groups.
- Precision Screening Helps Close Hepatitis C Diagnosis and Treatment Gapson 07/08/2026 at 10:48 am
New data show that targeted hepatitis C screening with community-based care improves detection and confirmatory testing
- Ultra-Portable Device Enables Finger-Prick Blood Testing at Homeon 07/08/2026 at 10:48 am
An AI-enabled mobile hematology system delivers finger‑prick results at point of care, reducing clinic visits via home monitoring.
- MND Scotland: Ignite Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competitionby Fiona Fiorentino on 07/08/2026 at 10:41 am
MND Scotland have recently launched their Ignite Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition, which aims to support researchers at a crucial stage in their career development by providing an opportunity to undertake a small-scale project related… The post MND Scotland: Ignite Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- Standardized Staining Technology Advances Digital Pathology Workflowson 07/08/2026 at 10:32 am
A new quality-control slide system standardizes pathology staining, reducing variability to speed AI-enabled cancer diagnostics.
- Wearable ultrasound patch boosts REM sleep without drugs or surgeryon 07/08/2026 at 7:31 am
A new wearable patch may help people reach REM sleep faster and remain there longer without medication or surgery. In a study of 28 participants, the device shortened the time to REM by 43 minutes and extended it by about 16 minutes. Researchers also observed signs of improved stress regulation and changes in brain circuits tied to emotion.
- Study Reveals Viral Protein Driving COVID-19-Related Vascular Injuryon 07/08/2026 at 2:48 am
New findings show SARS‑CoV‑2 nucleocapsid amplifies macrophage inflammation and disrupts vascular barriers
- Scientists discover a hidden brain shift that begins around age 50on 07/08/2026 at 1:32 am
Beginning around age 50, the brain’s memory center appears to lose many of its longtime immune cells and replace them with more inflammatory ones. This surprising shift may help explain how normal aging sets the stage for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
- Nearly half of dementia cases may be linked to risks you can changeon 06/08/2026 at 10:23 am
A long-term brain study found that common risks such as smoking, high blood pressure, heart disease, and high blood lipids were strongly linked to damage associated with vascular dementia. The findings suggest that healthier lifestyle choices could help delay dementia by reducing several harmful brain changes at once.
- Global Testing Service Advances Leukemia MRD Monitoringon 06/08/2026 at 10:03 am
A new digital PCR test measures residual disease markers in acute leukemias with high sensitivity.
- Ultrasensitive MRD Assay Gains Medicare Coverage for Immunotherapy and Breast Cancer Monitoringon 06/08/2026 at 10:02 am
Personalis’ NeXT Personal received expanded Medicare coverage for immuno-oncology and neoadjuvant breast cancer monitoring.
- A drug already used for osteoporosis blocked spinal damage in a new studyon 06/08/2026 at 9:50 am
Genetic changes may set off a chain reaction that causes the spine’s natural shock absorbers to harden and deteriorate. Zebrafish with a faulty collagen-related gene developed mineral buildup and spinal fusion similar to human disc disease. Researchers were able to reduce the damage using an existing osteoporosis drug and by targeting fat metabolism. The discovery points to several exciting possibilities for future back pain treatments.
- Dirty air may trigger painful rheumatoid arthritis flareson 06/08/2026 at 3:32 am
Tiny pollution particles from smoke, soot, and dust may worsen rheumatoid arthritis and raise the risk of painful flares, particularly after prolonged exposure. The findings suggest that avoiding poor air quality could become an important part of managing the disease.
- THC medication made PTSD nightmares disappear for more than a third of patientson 06/08/2026 at 3:16 am
A prescription form of THC helped many people with PTSD escape recurring trauma-related nightmares, with more than one-third reporting that the nightmares disappeared completely after ten weeks. The results could point toward a long-awaited treatment for one of PTSD’s most distressing and stubborn symptoms.
- Blood Biomarker Reveals Hidden Disability Progression in Multiple Sclerosison 05/08/2026 at 9:34 pm
New findings show that a blood marker tracks relapse-independent MS progression and signals treatment response.
- Blood Biomarker Reveals Hidden Disability Progression in Multiple Sclerosison 05/08/2026 at 9:34 pm
New findings show that a blood marker tracks relapse-independent MS progression and signals treatment response.
- Fresenius Kabi Issues Recall of One Lot of Morphine Sulfate Injection, USP in a Simplist® Prefilled Syringe Due to Labeling Mix-Upon 05/08/2026 at 3:28 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer August 4, 2026 LAKE ZURICH, Ill.— Fresenius Kabi, an operating company of the Fresenius Group, is voluntarily recalling one lot of Morphine Sulfate Injection USP, Simplist® 2 mg/1 mL due to a...
- Open call for evidence: using the professional title ‘nurse’by Fiona Fiorentino on 05/08/2026 at 3:12 pm
The Department of Health and Social Care have launched an open consultation on using the professional title ‘nurse’. Call for evidence description We are seeking evidence that contributes towards an understanding of: the professions and… The post Open call for evidence: using the professional title ‘nurse’ appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- Proteomic Workflow Maps Microbial and Host Responses in Intestinal Inflammationon 05/08/2026 at 2:12 pm
New data show that advanced protein profiling reliably maps active microbial and patient responses in intestinal inflammation.
- Sitting up straight may improve your mood and decision-makingon 05/08/2026 at 12:38 pm
A simple change in posture may subtly affect how people feel and make decisions. Participants who sat upright reported greater feelings of pride and took more successful risks in a virtual balloon game than those who hunched over. Most did not realize researchers had influenced their posture, helping rule out the possibility that they were merely responding to expectations. The results suggest workplace ergonomics could influence more than physical comfort.
- Scientists discover the brain cells that keep you motivatedon 05/08/2026 at 12:09 pm
A group of brain cells called orexin neurons appears to help us keep working when reaching a reward becomes increasingly difficult. Blocking their activity weakened motivation in rats, pointing to a possible new target for understanding why people sometimes struggle to sustain goal-directed behavior.
- Metagenomic Sequencing Enables Faster Diagnosis of Respiratory Infections in Cystic Fibrosison 05/08/2026 at 10:37 am
New findings show respiratory metagenomic sequencing speeds pathogen and resistance detection to guide targeted therapy.
- Genprex and Roche Collaborate on AI-Driven NSCLC Biomarker Testingon 05/08/2026 at 10:35 am
An AI-driven biomarker scoring test aims to refine lung cancer patient selection and speed clinical trial enrollment.
- New Genetic Cause Identified for Neurodevelopmental Disorderon 05/08/2026 at 10:32 am
Researchers identify gene variants that cause a neurodevelopmental disorder with autism features, enabling clearer diagnosis.
- Stanford scientists discover immune cells that explode like microscopic bombson 05/08/2026 at 5:10 am
Stanford researchers discovered immune cells in flatworms that explode within minutes, killing nearby bacteria and foreign cells before vanishing completely. Their unusually fast and localized attack could offer clues for developing targeted treatments against infections and cancer.
- Victory Medical Center Pharmacy Issues Recall of Certain Lots of Compounded Glutathione 200 mg/mL Multi-Dose Vials Due to Elevated Endotoxin Levelson 05/08/2026 at 1:27 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer August 5, 2026 – Austin, Texas, Victory Medical Center Pharmacy is voluntarily recalling certain lots of Compounded Glutathione 200 mg/mL Multi-Dose Vials to the patient level. The product is being...
- Cancer-fighting chewing gum cuts HPV levels by up to 93%on 04/08/2026 at 1:33 pm
A specially engineered chewing gum reduced HPV by up to 93% and nearly eliminated two bacteria linked to head and neck cancer. The treatment preserved beneficial mouth bacteria, raising hopes for a safer and more affordable therapy.
- Portable Molecular Platform to Advance Point-of-Care Testing for Lassa Feveron 04/08/2026 at 9:53 am
Alveo Technologies and The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) have partnered to develop POC diagnostics targeting Lassa fever.
- New Genetic Discovery Could Support Precision Diabetes Careon 04/08/2026 at 9:51 am
A new mitochondrial microprotein linked to type 2 diabetes enables variant screening and points to precision therapies.
- A common sugar may help cancer cells break free and spreadon 04/08/2026 at 5:15 am
Chemotherapy-surviving ovarian cancer cells may release fructose to help neighboring tumor cells loosen, escape, and spread. The discovery suggests that sugary diets and cholesterol-lowering drugs could influence cancer progression, though the effects have not yet been confirmed in patients.
- Your brain may be wired to regain lost weighton 04/08/2026 at 3:38 am
Weight loss is not simply a test of willpower. The human brain evolved to protect body fat during times of scarcity, and it can treat a previously higher weight as the new normal, triggering stronger hunger, cravings, and lower energy use after weight loss. This biological “memory” helps explain why many people regain weight after dieting and why medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro can help by reducing appetite signals, although their effects may fade when treatment ends.
- Rapid Onsite Testing Reduces Emergency Department Transfers in Long-Term Careon 03/08/2026 at 5:21 pm
An onsite rapid testing system in long-term care detects COVID-19, flu, and RSV and cuts emergency department transfers by 11%.
- A simple supplement could help the immune system fight cancer and viruseson 03/08/2026 at 1:38 pm
Low arginine levels may allow cancer cells and viruses to slip past the immune system by reducing production of a crucial cellular warning protein. In mice, arginine-rich diets led to fewer colon tumors and milder viral infections, suggesting a simple supplement could have powerful therapeutic potential.
- Scientists may have found aging’s hidden trigger for brain diseaseon 03/08/2026 at 11:17 am
Scientists have identified a molecular switch that may help explain why aging makes the brain more vulnerable to diseases such as ALS and Huntington’s. In worms, the protein EPS8 builds up with age and triggers signaling that encourages toxic proteins to clump together, damaging neurons and shortening lifespan. Reducing EPS8 activity prevented these harmful aggregates and preserved nerve function.
- Two new compounds could reveal hidden drivers of Alzheimer’s diseaseon 03/08/2026 at 10:20 am
Vanderbilt researchers created the first selective compound designed to inhibit TAOK-1, a poorly understood protein connected to Alzheimer’s disease. They also discovered a second compound that activates the entire TAOK protein family, offering scientists an unexpected new research tool. Together, the compounds could reveal hidden disease mechanisms and point toward new treatment strategies.
- Two deadly flowers could inspire powerful new medicineson 03/08/2026 at 5:51 am
Scientists have figured out how two famously poisonous plants create chemicals with surprising medical potential. After tracking thousands of genes in wolfsbane and larkspur, they identified six enzymes needed to build a complex compound called atisinium. The team recreated the process inside tobacco plants, offering a sustainable way to produce and test these rare molecules in larger amounts.
- Interoperable Data Platform Standardizes Multi-Cancer Blood Test Resultson 02/08/2026 at 10:06 pm
A new data and orchestration platform standardizes lab signals and governs ML to deliver auditable multi-cancer blood test results.
- Without this protein, damaged muscle turns to fat and scar tissueon 02/08/2026 at 1:23 pm
A protein once thought to mainly protect chromosome ends may also be essential for keeping muscle stem cells ready to repair injuries. Researchers found that TRF2 helps these cells maintain their identity and coordinate the cycle of rest, repair, and renewal.
- This once-a-week workout may help cut belly fat, study showson 02/08/2026 at 7:33 am
A surprisingly small dose of exercise may deliver major health benefits for adults carrying excess fat around the waist. In a four-month trial involving 315 adults with central obesity, researchers found that completing 75 minutes of brisk interval walking in a single weekly session reduced body fat, trimmed waistlines, and improved cardiovascular fitness about as effectively as splitting the same exercise across three days.
- Eating less protein could slow aging, major review findson 02/08/2026 at 4:52 am
A sweeping review of more than 350 studies suggests that the protein boom may be overselling what many people actually need. Eating less protein appears to improve metabolism, reduce inflammation and cellular damage, and activate pathways linked to healthier aging and longer life.
- Cancer may be breaking its own DNA to keep growingon 02/08/2026 at 4:30 am
Cancer cells rely on powerful genetic switches to keep growth genes running at full speed, but that intense activity can damage their own DNA. The resulting breaks are repeatedly repaired, sometimes with small mistakes that allow new mutations to accumulate. Researchers believe this self-inflicted damage may help tumors evolve while also creating a potential target for new treatments.
- Eating one avocado a day may lower heart disease riskon 01/08/2026 at 12:35 pm
A daily avocado may help lower heart disease risk in adults with obesity by reducing the number of LDL particles circulating in the blood. After six months, participants who ate an avocado each day experienced a decline associated with an estimated 4% reduction in cardiovascular risk.
- Scientists may have found a way to prevent statin muscle painon 01/08/2026 at 12:09 pm
Scientists have identified an immune response that may explain why statins cause muscle pain, weakness, and exercise intolerance in some people. The finding could eventually lead to treatments that protect muscles while preserving the drugs’ lifesaving cardiovascular benefits.
- Blood cancer’s genetic warning signs may appear years earlyon 01/08/2026 at 2:53 am
Blood cancers that eventually worsen may carry detectable genetic warning signs years before patients develop serious symptoms. The findings could lead to earlier intervention while also helping doctors distinguish true cancer from harmless age-related blood changes.
- Experts say blood pressure guidelines are missing half the equationon 31/07/2026 at 1:12 pm
A new report suggests that blood pressure may be controlled more effectively by increasing potassium while also cutting sodium. Potassium-rich foods can help balance sodium’s effects, but most people consume far less potassium than recommended.
- Scientists discover why poor sleep may harm some brains moreon 31/07/2026 at 12:20 pm
A gene involved in the brain’s overnight cleaning system may change how strongly poor sleep affects Alzheimer’s-related brain changes. The findings point toward more personalized prevention strategies based on both genetics and sleep habits.
- A 42-year-old childhood obesity theory may be wrongon 31/07/2026 at 11:28 am
New research challenges the decades-old idea that children experience an “adiposity rebound” when their BMI begins rising around age 6. Although BMI returns to earlier levels, a more reliable measure showed that body fat does not rebound at all. The increase appears to come from growing muscle and lean tissue as children prepare for later growth. Researchers say this normal process has been mistakenly treated as an obesity warning sign for 42 years.
- Liebel-Flarsheim Company, LLC Issues Recall of Optiray Imaging Bulk Package - 350, Due to Presence of Particulate Matteron 31/07/2026 at 9:22 am
Audience: Hospitals, Imaging Centers, Healthcare Facilities and Clinics July 31, 2026 – Raleigh, North Carolina, Liebel-Flarsheim Company, LLC, is recalling one lot of OPTIRAY Imaging Bulk Package (IBP) 350, 500mL in vial, (Ioversol Injection...
- AI can tell if your brain is aging faster than you areon 31/07/2026 at 7:05 am
A person’s sleeping brain may reveal warning signs of dementia long before memory problems begin. Researchers used machine learning to analyze EEG recordings from about 7,000 adults and found that an older-than-expected “brain age” was tied to a sharply higher dementia risk. Every additional 10 years of brain aging raised that risk by nearly 40%.
- Scientists discover how obesity may fuel Alzheimer’s diseaseon 31/07/2026 at 2:52 am
Researchers have uncovered a possible biological pathway connecting obesity to Alzheimer’s disease. Obesity appears to raise levels of certain fat molecules that can travel to the brain, disrupt its immune defenses, and promote harmful amyloid buildup. Correcting this fat imbalance improved memory and brain function in Alzheimer’s models.
- Rice bran compound may help ease irritable bowel symptomson 30/07/2026 at 12:44 pm
A compound in rice bran may help calm an overactive gut by reducing the calcium signals that cause intestinal muscles to contract. Ferulic acid suppressed contractions triggered by several chemical messengers in laboratory experiments. The discovery could eventually support new dietary approaches for diarrhea-related digestive disorders, although it may make constipation worse.
- AI Pathology Tool Predicts Relapse Risk in Stage II Colorectal Canceron 30/07/2026 at 12:41 pm
An AI approach using routine pathology data predicts relapse risk in stage-two bowel cancer to focus monitoring and adjuvant care.
- Age-Specific CBC Reference Intervals Support Pediatric Diagnosis in Vietnamon 30/07/2026 at 11:32 am
New data presented at ADLM 2026 establish age-specific CBC reference intervals for Vietnamese children, improving result interpretation.
- Daily multivitamin may help older adults stay independenton 29/07/2026 at 11:44 pm
Taking a daily multivitamin may help older adults preserve the strength and stamina needed for everyday activities. After three years, users reported better functional health than those taking a placebo, although the preliminary findings still require peer review.
- Scientists find a simple way to stop cavities without drillingon 29/07/2026 at 12:35 pm
A liquid brushed onto cavities in seconds may spare many young children from pain, infection, and surgery. A major U.S. trial found that silver diamine fluoride stopped decay in more than half of treated baby teeth. The treatment requires no drilling, shots, or sedation, although it does permanently darken the decayed area.
- Your gut may help your brain decide what to rememberon 29/07/2026 at 12:20 pm
Signals traveling from the gut to the brain may help turn meals into lasting memories. Rats showed stronger memory activity after consuming nutritious foods, but not after drinking sweet liquids with little or no nutritional value. Blocking the vagus nerve erased this effect and made it harder for the animals to remember where food had been located. Over time, diets high in fat and sugar also weakened this memory system.
- New microwave frying method could make french fries much healthieron 29/07/2026 at 10:15 am
A new cooking method could make French fries crispier in less time while significantly limiting how much oil they absorb. Researchers propose combining microwave heating, which keeps oil out, with conventional frying, which provides the crunch consumers expect.
- What if the brain does not create consciousness?on 29/07/2026 at 8:38 am
Christof Koch is taking on one of science’s deepest mysteries: how the brain creates conscious experience, or whether it creates it at all. He argues that materialism has yet to solve this “hard problem” and will explore puzzling phenomena such as near-death experiences and terminal lucidity. His work points toward the possibility that consciousness may be woven into reality itself.
- Can’t sleep in the heat? These 8 tricks could save your nighton 29/07/2026 at 5:35 am
Sleeping well during a heatwave starts with stopping the home from overheating. Close blinds against strong sunlight, ventilate when the air outside becomes cooler, and avoid using heat-producing appliances during the hottest hours. Moving to a cooler room, choosing light bedding and using fans or ice packs safely can also make hot nights more manageable.
- AI Pathology Tool Stratifies Rectal Cancer to Guide Chemoradiotherapyon 28/07/2026 at 2:52 pm
An AI approach measured tumor cell density in rectal cancer biopsies to predict benefit from irinotecan plus chemoradiotherapy.
- Upcoming changes to AHCS Equivalence applicationsby Fiona Fiorentino on 28/07/2026 at 2:46 pm
Upcoming Changes to the Equivalence Process for 2026/27 As we prepare for the 2026/27 academic year, the Academy for Healthcare Science is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new digitalisation project designed to… The post Upcoming changes to AHCS Equivalence applications appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- Tactus AI Unveils Humanoid Assistant for Clinical Laboratory Bench Workon 27/07/2026 at 12:05 pm
Tactus AI unveiled Elsie, an autonomous humanoid lab assistant built to work at the clinical laboratory bench, at ADLM 2026
- Update on Right Touch Assurance assessment for Healthcare Scienceby Fiona Fiorentino on 27/07/2026 at 10:38 am
The Scottish Government Healthcare Science Policy Team have shared an update on the work which the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) is carrying out on behalf of Scottish Ministers in relation to healthcare science. In Healthcare Science… The post Update on Right Touch Assurance assessment for Healthcare Science appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- Study Reveals Immune Mechanism Driving Severe COVID-19 Progressionon 27/07/2026 at 9:51 am
Pre-existing antibodies that block key immune signaling proteins may help explain progression to severe COVID-19.
- PD-L1 Assay Guides Pembrolizumab Eligibility in Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, and Peritoneal Cancerson 27/07/2026 at 9:49 am
An EU‑certified companion diagnostic extends PD‑L1 testing to ovarian and related cancers to guide pembrolizumab eligibility.
- Sunny Pharmtech, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Cyclophosphamide for Injection, USP to the User Level Due to the Presence of Particulate Matteron 24/07/2026 at 2:19 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer July 24, 2026 - Taoyuan City, Taiwan - Sunny Pharmtech, Inc is voluntarily recalling three lots of Cyclophosphamide for Injection, USP, 1g/vial and 2g/vial, to the User Level due to the presence of...
- Baxter Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Cefazolin In Dextrose Injection, USP, 2g/100mL (20mg/mL) Due To Particulate Matter Found In Solutionon 24/07/2026 at 2:09 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer July 24, 2026 – DEERFIELD, Ill., Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) is voluntarily recalling Lot LD175708, Exp 14-Feb 2027 of Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection due to a report of particulate matter...
- American Regent, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection, USP 60 mg/ 2 mL Due to the Presence of Visible Particulate Matteron 24/07/2026 at 8:12 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer July 24, 2026 – Shirley, NY, American Regent, Inc. is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of a single lot of Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection, USP, 60 mg/2 mL single dose vial to the consumer...
- HEIW: All Healthcare Science Career Pathways Availableby Fiona Fiorentino on 23/07/2026 at 3:13 pm
The full suite of interactive Healthcare Science Career Pathways developed over the past 12 months is now available on the Healthcare Science section of the HEIW website. Each healthcare science profession now has its own dedicated career… The post HEIW: All Healthcare Science Career Pathways Available appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- Antibody Profiling Identifies Preclinical Inflammatory Bowel Disease Years Before Diagnosison 23/07/2026 at 11:57 am
An antibody profiling approach reveals serologic signatures predicting inflammatory bowel disease up to 10 years before diagnosis.
- Spectral Flow Cytometry Assay Enhances MRD Detection in Multiple Myelomaon 23/07/2026 at 11:53 am
A new spectral flow cytometry test improves multiple myeloma MRD detection sensitivity while reducing bone marrow volume.
- New Marker Helps Detect Aggressive Multiple Myeloma Earlieron 22/07/2026 at 10:28 am
A new study links elevated cell-adhesion protein levels to shorter survival in newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.
- Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg Due to Potential Cross Contamination with Ranitidineon 18/07/2026 at 1:18 pm
Audience: Consumer July 18th, 2026 – Panoli, Gujarat, Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories (A Div. of J. B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.) is voluntarily recalling four lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg to the consumer...
- AHCS appoints Angela Douglas MBE as Senior Independent Non-Executive Directorby Fiona Fiorentino on 17/07/2026 at 3:25 pm
The Academy for Healthcare Science is delighted to announce the appointment of Angela Douglas MBE as its new Senior Independent Non-Executive Director (NED). Angela brings a wealth of leadership experience from across healthcare science, diagnostics,… The post AHCS appoints Angela Douglas MBE as Senior Independent Non-Executive Director appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- A thank you to Yvonne MacKenzie, AHCS Lay Assessorby Fiona Fiorentino on 17/07/2026 at 11:14 am
The Academy for Healthcare Science wish to extend heartfelt thanks to longstanding AHCS Lay Assessor, Yvonne MacKenzie, as she steps down from her role. Over many years, Yvonne has made an exceptional contribution to the Academy,… The post A thank you to Yvonne MacKenzie, AHCS Lay Assessor appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- Wearable Microneedle Patch Monitors Antibiotic Levels in Real Timeon 15/07/2026 at 11:42 am
- Imaging Platform Maps Lipid Accumulations in Fabry Heart Tissueon 15/07/2026 at 10:35 am
A combined imaging method maps a Fabry-related molecule in heart tissue at very high resolution.
- Bacterial Growth Assay Predicts COVID-19 Severity From Plasmaon 14/07/2026 at 5:14 am
A new E. coli growth-based assay predicts mild vs severe COVID-19 from patient plasma to guide early care decisions.
- FDA Alerts Health Care Providers to Cases of Neurologic Complications from General Anesthesia Linked to Genetic Variant in Patients of Maternal Venezuelan Ancestryon 02/07/2026 at 2:45 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Anesthetist July 2, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating the safety of sevoflurane and other general anesthetics based on published scientific reports of unexpected catastrophic...
- Professor Chris Hopkins reflects on one year as President of the Academy for Healthcare Scienceby Fiona Fiorentino on 01/07/2026 at 2:12 pm
One year as President of the Academy for Healthcare Science Today marks the completion of my first year as President of the Academy for Healthcare Science. It’s hard to believe how quickly the year has… The post Professor Chris Hopkins reflects on one year as President of the Academy for Healthcare Science appeared first on The Academy For Healthcare Science.
- Beekeeper’s Naturals Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Beekeeper’s Naturals Saline Nasal Spray Sold Through Amazon Due to Microbial Contaminationon 12/06/2026 at 7:34 am
Audience: Consumer June 11, 2026, Covina, CA - Beekeeper’s Naturals is voluntarily recalling lot # 5950, Exp. Date 02/2028 of Beekeeper’s Naturals Saline Nasal Spray, sold only through Amazon, to the consumer level. This lot, produced at...
- FDA Approves Labeling Changes for Over-the-Counter (OTC) Weight Loss Drug alli (Orlistat) to Warn of Risk of Kidney Stones and Kidney Injuryon 10/06/2026 at 9:18 pm
Audience: Consumer, Patient, Health Care Provider, Pharmacy, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Endocrinology June 10, 2026 -- The FDA has approved changes to the Drugs Facts Label of the over-the-counter (OTC) weight loss drug, alli (orlistat) 60 mg...
- BD Issues Nationwide Recall for Specific Lots of ChloraPrep™ Clear Single Sterile 1 mL and FREPP™ Clear 1.5 mL Applicators Due to Microbial Contaminationon 06/06/2026 at 8:28 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. (June 06, 2026) – BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) is voluntarily recalling lot 4032183 of ChloraPrep™ Clear 1 mL Single Sterile and lot 4073005 of FREPP™ Clear...
- Haleon Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels 125mg, 120 ct. and 72 ct.on 04/06/2026 at 8:29 am
Audience: Consumer WARREN, N.J., June 4, 2026 — Haleon (NYSE: HLN) is voluntarily recalling four lots of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels 125mg, 120 ct. and 72 ct. distributed on or about April 13, 2026 to the consumer level. The lots are being...
- FDA Warns Consumers of Skin Products Containing Mercury and/or Hydroquinoneon 01/06/2026 at 3:20 pm
Audience: Consumer June 1, 2026 -- FDA advises consumers not to use over-the-counter (OTC) skin lightening products due to high levels of mercury and/or hydroquinone. The agency also recommends consumers talk to their doctor about treatment options...
- FDA Warns Consumers Not To Use Expired Amazon Basic Care Levonorgestrel 1.5 mgon 15/05/2026 at 9:37 am
Audience: Consumer May 15, 2026 -- As is standard practice, the FDA is notifying consumers not to use expired Amazon Basic Care Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg. The FDA is aware several lots of this product were delivered to purchasers past the labeled...
- Sun Pharma Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall of DOXOrubicin Hydrochloride Liposome Injection 50mg/25 mL Due To Potential Presence of Glass Particleson 13/05/2026 at 11:31 am
Audience: Health Care Professional MUMBAI, INDIA and PRINCETON, NJ - May 13, 2026 – Sun Pharma is voluntarily recalling within the U.S. to the hospital/user level, one batch of DOXOrubicin Hydrochloride Liposome Injection 50mg/25 mL, Lot #...
- Pharmacal Issues Nationwide Recall of MG217 Multi-Symptom Treatment Cream & Skin Protectant Eczema Cream Due to Microbial Contaminationon 12/05/2026 at 8:25 am
Audience: Consumer May 12, 2026 -- Pharmacal is recalling one lot of MG217 Multi-symptom Treatment Cream & Skin Protectant Eczema Cream, 6oz tube to the consumer level. The product has been found to be contaminated with Staphylococcus...
- FDA Alerts Health Care Providers and Patients about Increased Risk of New Blood Cancers with Tazverik (tazemetostat) Use; Sponsor to Voluntarily Withdraw Product from Marketon 11/05/2026 at 6:00 pm
Audience: Health Care Providers, Patients The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting patients and health care providers about the voluntary withdrawal of Tazverik (tazemetostat) tablets from the market due to an increased rate of...
- XD Investments LLC Recalls Better Weather Fix Elixir Products Due to Undeclared Mitragynine and Mitragynine Pseuoindoxylon 11/05/2026 at 8:48 am
Audience: Consumer May 11, 2026 -- XD Investments LLC of Houston, TX, is voluntarily recalling approximately 448 Boxes of Better Weather Fix Elixir products, including all flavors and variations, because FDA analysis found the products to contain...
- B. Braun Medical, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Lactated Ringer’s Injection, 1L, E7500 Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter in Solutionon 28/04/2026 at 6:56 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional BETHLEHEM, PA – APRIL 28, 2026 – B. Braun Medical Inc. is voluntarily recalling two lots of Lactated Ringer’s Injection, E7500, 1L, to the hospital/healthcare facility level. The product has been...
- Blaine Labs, Inc Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Wound Care Gel Products Due to Microbial Contaminationon 07/04/2026 at 10:37 am
Audience: Health Care Professional Santa Fe Springs, California – April 07, 2026 – Blaine Labs, Inc. is voluntarily recalling three (3) lot numbers of Wound Care Gel products, 1 oz. & 3 oz. (0.1% Benzalkonium Chloride) to the...
- Nalpac Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of DTF Sexual Chocolate Due to the Presence of the Pharmaceutical Ingredients Sildenafil and Tadalafilon 07/04/2026 at 8:52 am
Audience: Consumer April 07, 2026 Ferndale, Michigan. Nalpac is voluntarily recalling DTF Sexual Chocolate it purchased and resold. The products have been found to contain sildenafil and tadalafil. Nalpac is not the manufacturer of this...
- FDA Identifies Cases of Serious Liver Injury in Patients Taking Tavneos (avacopan) for Severe Active Anti-Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Autoantibody Associated Vasculitison 31/03/2026 at 9:14 am
Audience: Health Care Professional March 31, 2026 - FDA Identifies Cases of Serious Liver Injury in Patients Taking Tavneos (avacopan) for Severe Active Anti-neutrophil Cytoplasmic Autoantibody (ANCA)-associated Vasculitis What Is FDA Doing? FDA...
- Aphreseller Issues Voluntary Recall of Kian Pee Wan Capsules Due the Presence of Undeclared Dexamethasone and Cyproheptadineon 30/03/2026 at 11:46 am
Audience: Consumer March 30, 2026 - Flushing, New York, Aphreseller (Ebay seller ID), Buy-herbal.com is recalling all lots of Kian Pee Wan capsules to the consumer level. FDA analysis has found that the product contains the undeclared drug...
- Amneal Issues Recall of Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, USP 4 g/100mL (NDC 70121-1720-3) Due to Product Mix-Upon 24/03/2026 at 3:42 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Pharmacy March 24, 2026 – Bridgewater, New Jersey, Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC is voluntarily recalling one lot of Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, USP, 4g/100mL, IV bag, to the hospital level. A...
- FDA Is Requiring Warning about Vitamin B6 Deficiency and Associated Seizures for Drug Products Containing Carbidopa/Levodopaon 20/03/2026 at 12:10 pm
Audience: Health Care Professionals March 20, 2026 -- FDA Is Requiring Warning about Vitamin B6 Deficiency and Associated Seizures for Drug Products Containing Carbidopa/Levodopa What Is FDA Doing? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has...
- Cardinal Health Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Webcol™ Large Alcohol Prep Padon 19/03/2026 at 10:14 am
Audience: Consumer, Health Care Professionals DUBLIN, Ohio, March 19, 2026 – Cardinal Health has issued a voluntary recall for select lots of Webcol™ Large Alcohol Prep Pads (70% isopropyl alcohol) to the consumer level. The product is...
- Pure Vitamins and Natural Supplements, LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Honey Products Due to Undeclared Sildenafil and Tadalafilon 14/03/2026 at 3:24 pm
Audience: Consumer March 14, 2026- Pure Vitamins and Natural Supplements, LLC of Tampa, FL is voluntarily recalling Boner Bear Honey, Red Bull Extreme and Blue Bull Extreme. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Boner Bear Honey, contains...
- Primal Herbs Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Primal Herbs Volume Due to Undeclared Sildenafilon 11/03/2026 at 9:33 am
Audience: Consumer FDA Publish Date: March 11, 2026 -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 27 2026 — Albuquerque, New Mexico, Primal Supplements Group LLC is voluntarily recalling all orders of Primal Herbs Volume placed between July 2 and...
- Integra LifeSciences Removes Certain MediHoney and CVS Wound and Burn Productson 06/03/2026 at 3:09 pm
Audience: Consumer March 6, 2026The FDA has since determined that this device may cause temporary or reversible health problems, or—though unlikely—serious health problems. The affected products and recommendations for what to do with...
- USA LESS Co. is Recalling Rhino Choco VIP 10X Due to Undeclared Tadalafilon 27/02/2026 at 2:38 pm
Audience: Consumers BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- USALESS.COM is recalling its RHINO CHOCO VIP 10X, in 10 gr, 12 pc packages that come in a black cardboard box marked with UPC Code 724087947668 on the back and with an expiration date...
- Shaman Botanicals, LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Alkaloids Chewable Tablets - White Veinon 13/02/2026 at 2:21 pm
Audience: Consumer, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy February 13, 2026 – North Kansas City, Missouri, Shaman Botanicals, LLC is voluntarily recalling one lot (Lot B# AAW.501.3) of Alkaloids Chewable Tablets - White Vein to the consumer...
- FDA Approves Labeling Changes to Six Menopausal Hormone Therapy Productson 12/02/2026 at 12:38 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer February 12, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved drug labeling changes to six menopausal hormone therapy products, also known as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), to clarify risk...
- Safety Labeling Update for Capecitabine and Fluorouracil (5-FU) on Risks Associated with Dihydropyrimidine Dehydrogenase (DPD) Deficiencyon 05/02/2026 at 6:10 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional February 5, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is providing this communication to increase awareness of recent updates to the product labeling of capecitabine (Xeloda) and fluorouracil (5-FU)...
- FDA Requests Removal of Suicidal Behavior and Ideation Warning from Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist (GLP-1 RA) Medicationson 13/01/2026 at 8:24 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer January 13, 2026 FDA Evaluation Did Not Identify an Increased Risk of Suicidal Ideation or Behavior With the Use of GLP-1 RA Medications This information is an update to the FDA Drug Safety...
- Anthony Trinh, 123Herbals LLC (123HERBALS.COM) Issues Nationwide Recall of Silintan Capsules Due to the Presence of Undeclared Meloxicamon 09/01/2026 at 10:40 am
Audience: Consumer January 09, 2026 -- Rosemead, CA, 01/07/2026 ANTHONY TRINH, 123herbals LLC is voluntarily recalling all lots of Silintan capsules to the consumer level. FDA analysis has found the product to be tainted with meloxicam. Meloxicam...
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