Did you know that the support teens get from adults in their organized activities can make a big difference in how they feel about themselves? A study tracked over 200 teens for six years to see how relationships with adults in sports and other activities changed over time and affected their mental
Rituximab, a drug being tested for its potential in treating systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD), doesn't have the same effect on every patient. Scientists looked into why this is by examining data from the DESIRES trial and using machine learning. They found that the s
Imagine you're a scientist, curious about how human placental extract (HPE) eye drops can help with dry eyes and burns. You decide to test it out on mice, comparing it to other treatments like carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and human peripheral blood serum (HPBS). First, you create models of dry eyes
Ever wondered how well certain meds work together to battle chronic migraines? A recent study dug into this, focusing on Atogepant and Botox. No, not the party trick, but the medical kind, also known as OnabotulinumtoxinA. So, what's the deal? Researchers took a look back at patient records to see
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently declared that the shortage of branded tirzepatide is over. This decision has significant implications for patients and compounding pharmacies. For patients like Willow Baillies, who relied on compounded, cheaper versions of the drug to manage weight lo
Everyone dreams of perfect vision. But what if a lens that promises just that also comes with some downsides? Let's talk about the PanOptix trifocal intraocular lens (IOL), which is designed to give clear vision at all distances — near, intermediate, and far. It's great for tasks like reading, worki
Teens with anxiety disorders often struggle to stick to their antidepressant medication schedule. A study recently looked into this issue, focusing on adolescents aged 12-17 who were using escitalopram. Researchers tracked their medication intake for 12 weeks using special caps that record when they
Imagine you're given a choice: receive $100 today or $100 in a year. For most, the immediate option wins, right? This is called temporal discounting—the preference for immediate rewards over delayed ones. Now, think about health. Would you rather eat a burger now or be healthier in a decade? This ch
You might think that with school-based programs, most girls in rich countries get the HPV vaccine. But surprisingly, some don't. This could keep the gap in cervical cancer rates between different groups going. Let's dive into the reasons why this happens. Imagine a group of girls in a high-income c
In Ethiopia, the use of Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) for childbirth is still widespread. This is despite the World Health Organization's (WHO) recommendation that all births should be attended by skilled professionals. The reason? Many communities and pregnant women prefer TBAs. This preferen
