Ozempic, a new drug used to tackle obesity, has stirred debate among the public. A recent survey of 3, 420 US adults, conducted between June 13 and 22, 2023, found that opinions are divided when it comes to doctors prescribing these medications for off-label use. Nearly half of the respondents, 46.
Depression is a widespread concern in the United States, impacting a significant number of people and posing serious health challenges. Traditionally, doctors recommend therapy like behavioral activation (BA) or antidepressants as initial treatments. However, these methods don't work for everyone an
You might not think about it, but the time of day you get your cancer treatment could make a difference. Scientists have been looking into how our body's internal clock, called the circadian rhythm, affects how well cancer drugs work. One type of drug, called immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), has
Imagine this: six Party City employees hop on a plane to China to meet with suppliers. But their trip is cut short after just two days. Why? Because Party City was about to go bankrupt – again. This wasn't their first rodeo. They had been through bankruptcy before and came back swinging. But this ti
Meet rimegepant, a new drug that blocks certain signals in your brain to stop migraines. It's been tested in labs and found to work, but what about in the real world? That's what the GAINER study set out to find. This study, happening in multiple places, looked at how well rimegepant works and how t
Ever noticed how people with early breast cancer often get quicker treatments? That's what scientists already know. But what about those with metastatic breast cancer (MBC), where it spreads to other parts of the body? Not much is known about why they face delays in getting care. This study is chang
Brain metastases, the most common malignant tumors in the brain, pose a challenge for doctors trying to differentiate between recurring cancer and changes due to treatment. To address this, several prominent medical organizations have teamed up to create a new guideline. This guideline revolves arou
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is often caused by smoking, but other factors like pollution and chemical exposure can also contribute. One common treatment for COPD is oxygen therapy, which helps ease breathing difficulty and boost survival rates. With advances in technology, mobile
You know how sometimes wastewater has too much nitrogen but not enough oxygen-demanding stuff? That's a problem! One way we deal with this is using biological contact oxidation reactors (BCOR). These reactors use certain microorganisms to help remove the nitrogen. In this story, scientists found tha
Leishmaniasis, a significant but neglected disease in tropical regions, urgently needs improved treatments. Over the past year, researchers have been active in developing new tests and strategies to find better medicines. The current treatments are limited, making it challenging for doctors to treat
