There is a buzz around ChatGPT. It is a chatbot that uses advanced AI to understand and generate human-like text. It has many uses in healthcare. It could help doctors make better diagnoses. It could also help them plan treatments more effectively. This could lead to better results for patients
The United States has long struggled with high drug prices, which are often two to three times higher than in other developed countries. This is why President Trump recently revived a policy aimed at reducing these costs. This policy, known as the "most favored nation" approach, ties the prices th
The debate over Medicaid has reached a boiling point. Republicans in the House of Representatives have unveiled a significant portion of their plan. This plan includes cuts and changes to Medicaid. This is a crucial part of their agenda, which they hope to push through as a single, massive package.
Midfoot arthritis is a widespread and debilitating issue. Yet, there are no clear guidelines for how to assess and treat it. A recent survey shed light on how podiatrists in Australia tackle this problem. The survey was sent out to podiatrists across the country. It asked about their usual methods f
Chronic heart failure (CHF) is a growing concern in Japan. This condition is not just about a weak heart. It is a progressive disease that gets worse over time. To slow it down, patients need to make big changes in their daily habits. These changes can help prevent the disease from getting worse and
The Gulf region is grappling with a rise in multiple myeloma cases, a blood cancer that affects plasma cells. This region includes countries like the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. These nations have seen significant economic growth, but their healthcare systems still face h
In the United States, undocumented immigrants often find themselves without health insurance. This is due to federal rules that make it hard for them to get affordable health care. Emergency Medicaid and other state programs are supposed to help, but many people do not understand how these programs
Heart recovery programs are designed to help people who have had serious heart issues. These programs are proven to work. They can significantly reduce the impact of heart disease. However, not enough people are taking part in them. Why is that? This study looked into the reasons why some peopl
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is booming. Large language models (LLMs) are now creating fake electronic health records (EHRs). This is big news. These synthetic EHRs can be used to train doctors and test new medical models. Plus, they help keep real patient data private. But
A recent study pitted two popular weight loss drugs against each other. The results showed that Zepbound, made by Eli Lilly, helped people shed nearly 50% more weight than those using Wegovy, from Novo Nordisk. This was the first time these two blockbuster medications faced off in a clinical trial.
