Health insurance costs in the U. S. are climbing fast. For families, the average yearly cost is now close to $27, 000. This is a big jump, especially since costs have been going up for three years straight. Economists are worried. When health care costs rise faster than the economy, there's less mo
Recent data shows a significant drop in the number of young adults identifying as transgender. In just two years, the numbers have nearly halved. This shift raises questions about societal influences, personal journeys, and the broader context of gender identity. Meanwhile, medical science is makin
Maine's attempt to support parents caring for severely disabled children is hitting roadblocks. The law, passed in 2023, was supposed to allow parents to get paid for their caregiving roles. But two years later, it's not working as planned. The main issue? The law ties the program to home health ag
CDR404, a new type of cancer treatment, is making waves in the medical world. This treatment is designed to target specific cancer cells and activate the body's immune system to fight them. Recent studies have shown that CDR404 can trigger a strong immune response in patients with certain types of c
Cumberland County is about to get a major upgrade in healthcare facilities. A brand-new cancer center is set to open its doors next week. This isn't just any center; it's a massive 40, 250-square-foot space designed to bring together a wide range of cancer care services under one roof. This means no
Zymeworks, a biotech company, has shared positive early results from its phase 1 trial. The trial is for a new drug called ZW-191. This drug is designed to target a specific marker called folate receptor-alpha (FRα) found in many cancer types. The results show that ZW-191 can shrink tumors and is ge
NAFLD, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, is becoming more common. It's a big deal for public health. So, finding easy and effective ways to spot it early is super important. Enter TyHGB, a new metabolic index. It's made up of triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, and glucose. It's been showing potent
Alopecia Areata (AA) is a condition that affects thousands of Australians every year. It can range from small patches of hair loss to complete baldness, including the loss of eyebrows and eyelashes. For many, the journey with AA is unpredictable. About 40% of people experience a single patch of hair
Parents are the first teachers for kids. They help shape habits that last a lifetime. But helping kids stay healthy can be tough. Many programs focus on just one parent. They also don't always look at how parents work together. This is where mobile health, or mHealth, comes in. mHealth uses phones
Two pet food companies have pulled some of their products off the shelves due to possible salmonella contamination. Foodynamics and Raw Bistro are the brands involved. This bacteria can make both pets and people unwell. Foodynamics is recalling several freeze-dried treats. These include items from
