The Trump administration has recently taken a stance that could impact millions of Americans struggling with medical debt. By issuing new guidelines, they are challenging state laws designed to protect consumers from having medical debt affect their credit scores. Several states, including Washingt
New doctors face a tough world. Many struggle with depression. But what keeps them going? Family, faith, and their sense of purpose might be key. A recent study looked at over 700 new doctors. Most were young, around 25 years old. Many were women. A big chunk, about one in five, had felt depressed.
Ketone bodies, like beta-hydroxybutyrate, are a hot topic in health circles. Many people think that diet is the only thing that affects ketone levels. But is that really the case? A recent study dug deeper into this question. It looked at how different factors, beyond just food, influence ketone lev
President Donald Trump recently had an MRI scan, his second medical visit this year. This has sparked a lot of talk about his health, especially since he is one of the oldest presidents in U. S. history. Trump shared the results with reporters, saying everything was "perfect. " But he didn't explai
Stillbirths are a tragic reality for many families in the U. S. , and a recent study sheds light on the alarming fact that nearly 30% of these heartbreaking events happen without any known risk factors. This study, which looked at almost 2. 8 million pregnancies, reveals that despite advances in med
A big step has been taken in the world of medicine. A man from New Hampshire lived with a pig kidney for 271 days. This is the longest anyone has ever survived with an animal organ inside them. The man, Tim Andrews, is 67 years old. He got the kidney as part of a special test at Mass General Brigham
In the realm of medical science, a new AI tool named MSInet is making waves. It's designed to tackle a complex task: interpreting mass spectrometry imaging (MSI). MSI is a technique that creates maps of molecules in tissues without using labels. However, these maps are often messy and hard to unders
A recent study shows that viewers of "The Pitt" are not just enjoying a good story but also gaining a deeper understanding of real-life medical issues. The show, set in a bustling Pittsburgh hospital, has sparked conversations and actions among its audience. Nearly 90% of viewers who watched at lea
Early-onset Alzheimer's disease is a harsh reality that many people face before they even reach old age. It's a fast-moving condition that can make life really tough. The good news is that early palliative care can help figure out what patients need and support families in making important decisions
The shingles vaccine might be doing more than just preventing that painful rash. Recent research suggests it could also lower the chances of serious health issues like heart problems and dementia. Scientists looked at health records of over 174, 000 adults in the U. S. They found that people who got
