Cleft lip and palate (CL/P) is a common birth defect that affects many kids around the world. It can cause serious problems for the child and their family. But how do Muslim parents in Punjab, Pakistan, see this condition? A recent study tried to find out. The study talked to 21 parents of kids wit
A sad event happened in Columbus, Ohio. A dentist named Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique, were found dead in their home. They had two young kids, who were not hurt. Spencer was a well-liked dentist. His coworkers called the police when he didn't show up for work one morning. That's when the polic
A new team-up in Cleveland is putting young athletes' health first. The Cleveland Force Soccer Club and University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute are now working together. This means young soccer players can get top-notch medical care and advice. The goal? To keep them safe and help t
In a move to strengthen its position in the health tech space, OpenAI has acquired Torch, a startup focused on integrating patient health data. Torch's technology aims to consolidate medical records, which are often scattered across various platforms and formats, into a single, accessible system. Th
Emergency medicine (EM) is a big deal in many places, but it's fairly new in India. It only became its own thing in 2009. Before that, doctors without special training handled emergencies. To help them learn more, the Indo-US Emergency and Trauma Collaborative started yearly meetings in 2005. These
The biotech and life sciences industry is at a crossroads. After a few tough years, there's a glimmer of hope for recovery. The need for new medical treatments is huge. There are many diseases that still don't have effective treatments. The pharmaceutical industry is also under pressure. Many of the
A new type of pill could change how people take their medicine. This pill can send a signal when it's swallowed. It's meant for people who need to take their meds on time, like those with serious infections or after surgeries. The pill has a tiny radio antenna made of zinc and cellulose. These mate
Chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a big problem for many women and girls. These infections keep coming back, even after treatment. Now, scientists think they might have found a reason why. It seems that some bacteria can hide deep inside the bladder wall. This makes them hard to detect and
The 2015 Middle East respiratory syndrome outbreak showed big holes in how countries handle infectious diseases. This led to a plan to build special hospitals focused on fighting these kinds of health threats. The idea is to make sure the country is ready for future outbreaks. Right now, work is be
PrEP, a medication that shields against HIV, is incredibly effective. Yet, many people face obstacles when trying to access it. These barriers range from medical bias to insurance complications and doctors who are not familiar with the treatment. In some places, like Kansas, medical stigma has kept
