Tooth loss is a big deal. It affects how people eat, speak, and even feel about themselves. But why do some groups lose teeth more than others? A study looked into this, focusing on ethnicity and education. The study used data from the Health Survey for England between 1999 and 2005. It included adults aged 16 and older. The researchers checked how ethnicity and edu...
A recent study dug into how heart and lung fitness (CRF) affects thinking skills in older folks. It turns out, being more fit can make a big difference in how sharp someone stays as they age. The study looked at data from over 2, 300 adults aged 60 to 79. They found that people with higher CRF scored better on cognitive tests, especially between ages 61 and 66. At a...
In the U. S. , there's been a rise in tools that show healthcare prices. These tools aim to help control costs and give patients more say in their care. But do they really help patients, or just add more stress? Most tools just put price info out there for patients to find if they want. This is called passive transparency. It might not help much. In fact, it could m...
In sub-Saharan Africa, young women and girls face many challenges due to social and gender norms. A recent study looked at different ways to improve their health and lives. The focus was on using entertainment media to change these norms. The study reviewed 35 articles about 24 different projects in 15 countries. These projects aimed to tackle issues like sexual hea...
In the heart of a bustling city, a trauma center sees many victims of violent crimes. Yet, most of these patients have never heard of a program designed to help them. This program, called Crime Victims Compensation (CVC), is meant to ease the financial burden of violent injuries. But awareness is shockingly low. Out of 2, 200 patients, only a small group of 141 were...
Health insurance costs are about to climb for many Americans. The reason? Extra financial aid from the government, known as enhanced premium tax credits, is set to expire. These credits were introduced during the pandemic to make health insurance more affordable. Without them, monthly premiums could rise significantly, leaving some people without coverage. The Affor...
Vaccines are a big deal in keeping people healthy. They work by teaching the body's defense system to fight off germs. This has helped wipe out diseases like smallpox and made others, like polio, rare. Vaccines also protect whole communities by stopping diseases from spreading. This is called herd immunity. The vaccine market is growing fast. It was worth $46. 9 bil...
In 2023, Poland made a significant move in healthcare. They passed a law that now regulates 15 jobs in the medical field. Before this, these jobs had no rules. Now, workers in these jobs must follow new guidelines. The law requires these workers to keep learning. They must take courses to stay up-to-date. This is called continuous professional development. It's like...
In America, turning 65 has long been seen as a big deal. It's the age when people often retire and become eligible for Medicare. But is 65 really the best marker for old age? Not anymore. People age differently. Some 70-year-olds are full of energy, while others struggle with daily tasks. Life expectancy has increased, so chronological age doesn't tell us much about...
Medicare just scored some serious wins in its latest drug price negotiations. Fifteen drugs will see price drops, with some discounts reaching as high as 85%. This is huge for the over 50 million seniors who rely on Medicare. The biggest winners? Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, which treat obesity and Type 2 diabetes. These drugs will see a massive 71% pri...