Imagine starting your life over with a fresh - slimmer you. Individuals with poor diets and other relevant risks went through Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery to achieve just that! Roux-en-Y gastric surgery disrupted the digestive tract and with less food intake, slimdown a model. It is general
Scientists typically focus on a few model animals like lab mice or fruit flies for medical research. But plants and other critters living in harsh environments might hold keys to solving tough health problems. Field studies of these wild animals are rare due to funding issues. Yet, understanding how
When it comes to large osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs)—especially those that come with a subchondral cyst or haven't responded well to bone marrow stimulation (BMS)—autologous osteochondral transplantation (AOT) is a potential solution. While there's plenty of research on treating similar
For over ten years, scientists have been testing a special combination of medications called the polypill. This pill is designed to tackle atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), which is a fancy name for heart diseases caused by clogged arteries. Now, researchers are wondering if this same
In recent years, massive tech corporations have been sparking innovation in the world of medical research with new initiatives. One standout example is Apple's ResearchKit, launched in 2015. This tool lets medical researchers build apps on the iPhone that gather various types of data for research. B
Electronic health records, often just called EHRs, have been around for a while now, making it easier for doctors and nurses to access a patient's information. This helps them work together better and give faster, more effective care. But it hasn't been all smooth sailing. Over the last 25 years, EH
Scientists recently reviewed 25 studies on knee surgery. Shockingly, only half had a plan from the get-go, and even fewer were willing to share their data. These studies were supposed to follow specific guidelines, but some didn't explain their methods clearly or how they confirmed their results. Th
These days, biomedical research and healthcare are getting a major boost from digital health technology (DHT). New tech, clever uses of old tech with AI and machine learning, and better data integration are making DHTs super useful. But how well are these tools being funded? A study dived into the N
Ever thought about how new medicines get tested? It's through clinical trials, but they can be a bit of a mess right now. Imagine trying to find a specific book in a huge, disorganized library – that's what it's like for doctors and researchers today. Advocates have a clever idea: create a nati
Metabolic syndrome in kids is a growing health concern. It's a mix of issues like obesity, high blood pressure, fatty liver, and poor cholesterol levels. Experts are trying to figure out exactly how it starts. They think it could be due to a mix of genes and lifestyle factors like what kids eat, how
