Crohn's disease is getting a new approach. Doctors are now suggesting stronger medicines right from the start for those with moderate to severe cases. This is a big change from the old way of trying milder treatments first. The idea is to heal the gut lining and stop long-term damage. But these powe
In the early 20th century, a big collection of old Irish folk remedies was put together. These remedies were used to treat all sorts of illnesses. The people who used them were mostly from the countryside and were born between 1850 and 1925. Some of these remedies were pretty unusual. They involved
Two recent studies have brought new hope in the fight against HIV. These studies, published in the journal Nature, show promising results for long-term treatments. The research involved over 40 experts from around the world, including scientists from Seattle. The first study focused on a new treatm
People often wonder if combining medication with lifestyle changes is the best way to manage health conditions. One area of interest is the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists along with lifestyle modifications. These medications are commonly used to manage type 2 diabetes and obesity. They work by mimic
Scoliosis is a condition that affects many young people. It's a curve in the spine that can cause problems. About one in every 25 kids has it. But what's it like to live with this condition? How do people deal with the uncertainty it brings? A recent study looked into this. They talked to 21 people
In San Diego County, when someone dies in jail, the public usually only gets a name, age, and charges. The rest stays hidden unless a family sues. Karim Talib, 82, died in the San Diego Central Jail in July. The Sheriff’s Office released little info. His family was hard to find. Three inmates near
A big change is coming to how medicines are priced between the U. S. and Britain. The U. S. and Britain just made a deal. This deal means no extra taxes on medicines and medical tech. Britain will now spend more on new medicines. This is a big shift in how things work. The deal says Britain will pa
The fight against HIV has seen a new player enter the ring: Cabotegravir, a long-acting injectable PrEP. While the usual oral PrEP has been a game-changer, it's not without its issues. Side effects, the hassle of daily pills, and the stigma around it can make it tough for people to stick with it. Th
Multiple myeloma is a tough cancer to beat. It's sneaky, it comes back often, and it gets resistant to treatments. But in the last 20 years, scientists have been working hard to find new ways to fight it. They've come up with some pretty cool stuff. There are new drugs that target specific parts of
In the world of health insurance, AI is becoming a major player, and not everyone is happy about it. Neal Shah, a startup founder, found this out the hard way when his wife was fighting cancer. He was drowning in bills and denial letters, and he started to wonder if having insurance was even worth i
