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The integration of artificial intelligence in medical practice presents a range of opportunities, but it also comes with challenges and ethical considerations.

A common food dye turned mice see-through, a "stunning" finding that could revolutionize imaging techniques in medicine.

In a disease with dismal outcomes, KRAS inhibitors may offer hope for treating pancreatic cancer. But with preliminary data, experts remain cautiously optimistic.

With increasing private equity and a dwindling voice, more physicians are turning to unions as a way to protect their rights and advocate for better working conditions.

It can take up to 1 year to see a significant response with topical immunosuppressants and narrowband ultraviolet B treatment.

A brain network involved in reward processing and attention to stimuli is markedly bigger in people with depression and can be detected in children before depression onset.

The approach might allow for real-time evaluation in the cath lab.

In updating their recommendations for the first time in nearly a decade, the ACG/ASGE Task Force highlighted four quality indicators considered a particularly high priority.

Early data support the concept that targeting pituitary adenylate cyclase–activating polypeptide signaling could be an effective new approach for migraine prevention.

A new national study showed the association between AD risk and nighttime light pollution was seen across subgroups, with younger people particularly vulnerable.

A new Mercer report projects surpluses of nurses and home health workers — and even physicians in some states. Still, shortages of clinicians around the country persist.

Eli Lilly's experimental next generation weight-loss drug mimics three hormones instead of just one or two and continues to show promising clinical trial results for...

In people with diabetes, the "oatzempic" online diet fad may lead to increased glucose, decreased muscle mass, and malnutrition.

British drugmaker GSK said on Friday that its asthma drug, Nucala, met the main goal of a late-stage study in treating patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...

The link between cell phone use and cardiovascular disease risk was particularly strong among smokers and people with diabetes.

A generic second-generation TKI is needed to help improve treatment-free remission rates.

Two European studies reported on a potentially strong predictive biomarker for marginal lymphoma in Sjögren disease and the effectiveness of systemic therapy vs localized treatment or watch and wait.

It does not matter whether antihypertensive medication is taken in the morning or at bedtime, two new trials confirm.

In a scene right out of Jaws, a shark takes a 15-year-old girl's leg and hand in Florida surf, and two doctors on holiday must keep her alive amid the horror.

Early results indicate that a policy change meant to expand access to cataract surgery in Ontario has fallen short, researchers said.

Some physicians are struggling to predict whether parents are interested in them administering the updated COVID-19 vaccine to their children.

New analyses are improving understanding of cardiogenic shock heterogeneity, while trials could find ways to protect the brain from the impacts of cardiac arrest.

Researchers analyzed whole genome sequencing data from 10,866 women in the WHI to explore possible associations between CHIP, mCA, and solid tumors.

In December, Drew, a 36-year-old man from San Antonio, Texas, drove more than 250 miles (400 km) to Mexico to buy cheap Ozempic to help him lose weight. Going home, he...

Glimcher will be replaced by current medical oncology chief Benjamin Levine Ebert, MD, PhD, on October 1.

Explosive demand and high prices for Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly's weight loss and diabetes drugs have fueled a criminal effort to package autoinjector pens containing other...

Both nonsteroidal options are fast-acting, Jashin J. Wu said.

In small studies, teclistamab significantly improved autoimmune disease activity and demonstrated a good safety profile.

The MHRA has licensed relugolix combination therapy for UK patients with endometriosis symptoms.

Upskilling and supporting rural doctors led to a 36% lower risk for adverse cardiovascular outcomes over 3 years among older individuals with atrial fibrillation.

A report on adolescent sexual health highlighted an alarming decline in condom use, which could increase the risk for sexually transmitted infections in Europe.

UC-San Francisco's renowned nursing school will graduate its final class of certified nurse-midwives next spring.

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has increased the production limit for Takeda Pharmaceutical's ADHD drug Vyvanse and its generic versions by about 24% to...

The nursing shortage has forced hospitals to invest in creative strategies to recruit and retain nurses.

Intermittent shortages of diabetes drug Ozempic in the European Union that are expected to continue into the final quarter of 2024 because of strong demand will not affect...

Several case reports about the use of topical timolol for PG have been published in the medical literature, including a case series.

Athira Pharma said on Tuesday its drug failed to meet the main goal in a mid-to-late stage trial in patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease.

The long-debated question of whether mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists are effective for heart failure with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction has been answered in a new trial.

Around 800,000 deaths annually in Europe were due to air pollution, about half of which were due to cardiovascular diseases, said experts.

Radiofrequency renal denervation was effective in people with uncontrolled nighttime and early morning BP. It also worked well in patients with chronic kidney disease.

The relative risk is 20-fold higher in 30- to 40-year-old people with type 1 diabetes than in the general population.

The U.S. government's first-ever negotiated prices for prescription drugs are still on average more than double, and in some cases five times, what drugmakers have agreed to...

A new paper based on self-reported diet information from major studies and analysis of biomarkers added to the evidence about risks for meat consumption.

Contrary to expectations, potassium supplements did not prevent atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery in the large, randomized TIGHT-K trial.

In the setting of isocaloric eating, time-restricted eating did not reduce weight or improve glucose homeostasis relative to a usual eating pattern, a small randomized controlled trial found.

An analysis of nine years of data suggests three distinct mental health trajectories among new fathers.

Despite the FDA's rejection of MDMA-assisted therapy, Lykos Therapeutics plans to push ahead for approval, despite internal turmoil and layoffs of 75% of company staff.

Interrupting oral anticoagulant therapy can be safer than continuing for patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation, report trial investigators.

The rhythm disorder is a complex multifactorial disease, according to new atrial fibrillation guidelines released by the European Society of Cardiology that are revamping the approach to care.

Simplified and more aggressive targets are among the significant changes to the updated hypertension guidelines by the European Society of Cardiology.

A new trial is calling into question recent recommendations to discontinue beta-blocker treatment in patients with myocardial infarction and preserved left ventricular function.

OIG reports showed a spike in ustekinumab costs for patients in Medicare Part D. Experts said Inflation Reduction Act changes in Medicare drug coverage will soften the blow.

The upcoming EASD meeting will feature new data on once-weekly insulin and GLP-1 drugs and joint society collaborations addressing diabetes complications.

As AI medical device authorizations "skyrocket," scientists push for clearer standards — and for clinicians to get involved.

As AI medical device authorizations "skyrocket," scientists push for clearer standards — and for clinicians to get involved.

Two rheumatologists give insights about the great rewards of rheumatology volunteer work while also providing insights on its challenges across different settings.

A doctor's decision to sit at the bedside is associated with increased patient satisfaction, data suggested.

When it comes to compensation, a doctor's paycheck is just the beginning. Discover the top non-salary perks that make the job even more rewarding.

The approach is associated with reductions in body weight, BMI, and A1c levels.

The United Nations will start vaccinating some 640,000 children in the Gaza Strip against polio on Sunday, a campaign that relies on daily eight-hour pauses in fighting...

United Nations officials are preparing to launch a polio vaccination campaign in Gaza on Sunday that will rely on a series of limited pauses in fighting between Israeli...

Prophylactic placement of balloon catheters or sheaths prior to planned cesarean delivery may reduce blood loss in women with placenta accreta spectrum disorder.

The protocol included three laser treatments spaced 3-4 weeks apart combined with medical therapy and other energy-based devices.

Merck has stopped two separate late-stage studies of its immunotherapy Keytruda in patients with skin and lung cancers, the company said on Thursday, marking the latest set...

The World Health Organization on Thursday sought to speed up the access to diagnostic tests for mpox by asking manufacturers to submit their products for an emergency...

The rate of fetal loss or neonatal death from invasive listeriosis is 29%.

Medicare tracked the most metrics tied to payment, while Medicaid tracked the least, according to a new JAMA Health Forum analysis.

Potential mechanisms and therapeutic targets point the way toward a more personalized approach to IBD management.

Discussing digital technology use and mental health with parents and adolescents can be part of routine care visits, researchers said.

Topline numbers show a significant reduction in major events in preserved heart failure, and now final results from the FINEARTS-HF trial are eagerly awaited.

A Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has resulted in 14 new illnesses and five additional deaths, the agency said.

People with adrenal insufficiency should be given emergency kits to help avoid hospital admission, said NICE in its new clinical guideline.

The maker of Tylenol defeated a lawsuit by consumers who said they overpaid for "Rapid Release" gelcaps that did not relieve pain faster than cheaper tablets.

A recent study has built on emerging evidence that intense training can be safe and beneficial for patients recovering from stroke.

In a real-world population of patients with EGFR-mutant advanced lung cancer, overall survival was much worse in patients who would not have been eligible for the pivotal FLAURA trial.

The program's end will leave the Canadian province without a valuable tool for monitoring infectious disease.

As research sheds light on challenges to immigrants' mental and physical health, organizations offer potential solutions.

The rule would have required health plans, when examining patient's medical records, to identify overpayments by CMS and refund them to the government.

The rule would have required health plans, when examining patient's medical records, to identify overpayments by CMS and refund them to the government.

Scribe rolled out to US physicians in August, following the unveiling of Medscape AI Search.

Precision psychiatry is replacing the one-size-fits-all, trial-and-error approach with objective, biologic measures to determine optimal, individualized treatments.

Med students said that having a large online presence helps them network, form a like-minded community, and broadly share medical knowledge.

Eli Lilly said on Tuesday it has begun selling vials of the lowest starter dose of its popular weight-loss drug Zepbound in the United States for $399 for a month's supply...

Eli Lilly said it has begun selling vials of the smallest, starter dose of its popular weight-loss drug Zepbound in the United States for $399 for a month on its...

New Medicare codes will enable physicians to hire navigators to help patients manage serious illnesses such as cancer and heart failure.

Racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities in lung transplantation exist. Can better data collection and donor lung preservation, and equitable distribution address them?

New indication represents the first for use of an automated insulin delivery system in people with type 2 diabetes who require insulin treatment.

Cigna said on Monday it will remove AbbVie’s blockbuster rheumatoid arthritis drug Humira from some of its lists of preferred drugs for reimbursement in 2025, and recommend...

Guidelines say screening and surveillance can end at age 75, but many people continue to receive colonoscopies well after that time. Is there an optimal time to stop?

Dexcom's Stelo, designed for people older than 18 years with diabetes or prediabetes not on insulin or not at a risk for hypoglycemia, will be available without a prescription.

Patient voices have been welcomed at federal agencies and on Capitol Hill, but some question whether better-funded organizations have an outsize influence.

The timeline for when an improved program might be in place remains unclear.

These physicians have found success motivating patients to exercise. Feel free to steal their strategies.

Early evidence suggests race-neutral policies are having their intended effect, helping "level the playing field" in the kidney transplant process.

New data are consistent with those of previous studies and confirm the safety of using the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy to prevent infection with SARS-CoV-2.

Researchers found an inverse association between protein intake and mortality risk in patients with CKD.

How a college friend's grim final days changed El-Jawahri's life and career path.

An experimental vaccine additive triggered a more potent immune response, demonstrating the power of combining adjuvants.

New UK guidelines restricting valproate for people under 55 owing to safety risks. The question arises: Should the US follow suit?

A large study shows higher rates of depression and mental illness up to a year after COVID-19, especially severe cases of the infection, in unvaccinated adults.

ALD's prevalence is increasing in all populations. However, recent data suggest that women, ethnic and racial minority groups, and young adults require special consideration.

Now that the U.S. government has negotiated prices for some Medicare program drugs effective in 2026, Wall Street analysts are betting on a 2027 list that will include Novo...

Doctors and hospitals are increasingly winning when they challenge payments from insurers via mandatory arbitrations required by the federal No Suprises Act, a Health Affairs study finds.

Investigators analyzed data from men with prostate cancer who had MRI within 6 months before or after their initial biopsy.

Real-world meta-analysis found benefit of third- and later-line liposomal irinotecan is not affected by prior conventional irinotecan.

In Europe, measures to protect health during heat waves have reduced annual deaths by an estimated 80%.

Your patient's "round face" might be the first clue that he or she has Cushing syndrome, but there are other symptoms as well. How can you accurately diagnose the condition?

GPT-4V scored 81.6% in diagnostic accuracy, surpassing doctors at 77.8%, but is that enough?

New research further supports a role for inflammation in the development of psychiatric disorders, in findings that may aid in the early identification of individuals at high risk.

One-minute bursts of high-intensity interval training were more effective than conventional moderate, continuous exercise for improving aerobic fitness after stroke.

RVUs fail to consider the complexities of working as a physician, according to findings from a Medscape survey.

While concerns remain in heart transplantation, recipients of kidneys from toxoplasma antibody–positive vs toxoplasma antibody–negative donors showed no significant differences in outcomes.

The competitive environment of the gut microbiome could be an ideal place to find new drugs that can beat antimicrobial resistance.

Hearing loss has been tied to dementia risk, with some studies suggesting hearing aids may help prevent it. But how strong is the evidence and what should physicians advise?

Cold snare endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) may be a safe therapeutic option for selected large colorectal polyps, thanks to a safety profile superior to that of hot EMR.

Up to 57% of female cancer survivors report significant sexual dysfunction in adulthood.

Researchers analyzed data from patients with early breast cancer who were randomized to receive high-dose or no radiotherapy.

Alzheimer's patients in Britain's state-run health service are unlikely to get access to Eisai and Biogen's new Leqembi drug, after it was approved on Thursday by the...

Short-term increases in fine particulate matter drove health risks for asthma, with lesser impact on COPD.

Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor-associated acne may be overlooked outside of dermatology, experts said.

Preexposure prophylaxis prescription reversals and abandonments were lower for patients seen by primary care clinicians than by other noninfectious disease clinicians.

The benefits and risks of the recently approved nalmefene auto-injector for opioid overdose demand more scrutiny, experts said.

A seminal study from 2017 laid the groundwork for current approaches, Elizabeth Tanzi, MD, said.

The new guide aimed to educate compounding pharmacists and reassure prescribers about the ethical, legal, and practical considerations that must be addressed to ensure quality standards.

A pilot study examined how poor sleep might affect bodily functions.

Weber was a pioneer in cancer immunotherapy and melanoma research and a valued Medscape Oncology contributor.

Topline data from Lilly's SURMOUNT 1 trial shows a 94% reduction in the development of type 2 diabetes among those with prediabetes and overweight/obesity.

At least 26 people have traveled to Vermont to die, representing nearly 25% of the reported assisted deaths in the state from May 2023 through this June.

The more flexible a person is in middle age, the lower their risk for death in the near term, a new study found.

A new analysis shows a signal of suicidal ideation associated with the GLP-1 RA semaglutide, but experts urge caution in interpreting this finding.

Researchers warn that the test makers should not influence the design of the studies that evaluate these tests.

The allegations against Algerian boxer Imane Khelif raised the complicated question of intersexuality and its implications for competitive sports.

Can patients with rectal cancer who have a near-complete clinical response to total neoadjuvant therapy be watched and potentially spared a permanent ostomy?

Survival may be longer among older people with chronic kidney failure, but those patients commonly have less time at home compared with those choosing medical management.

A resorbable polymer improves quality of life and allows women with pelvic varicose veins to resume normal activity quickly, data suggested.

Researchers are sounding the alarm: Canada may face an adult mental health crisis in the future.

Pregnant women in a large North American sample reported nearly double the rate of cannabidiol (CBD) use compared with nonpregnant women.

Personalized, adaptive deep brain stimulation can offer better control of motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease than standard DBS, a new pilot study showed.

Deciding which platforms to use and what voice or tone to adopt requires some soul-searching, according to Jessica G. Labadie, MD.

Though you cannot see the risks of a heat wave the way you can with other climate change-fueled disasters...intense heat is dangerous and, in some cases, deadly.

Choosing the right residency can be critical to your medical career, but there are steps you can take to make the decision less overwhelming.

Patients with advanced alcohol addiction may consume hand sanitizers, the composition of which can distort blood values and complicate a correct diagnosis.

An initiative from CVS Health was created to protect vulnerable pulmonary patients in dangerous weather conditions.

Women living in rural areas face greater difficulties with access to healthcare services, employment, and transportation and a heavier burden of caregiving.

Canada will soon finalize policies intended to speed approvals of medical products, but some fear the erosion of standards for evidence.

Overdose prevention efforts must be complemented by harm reduction efforts, according to one expert.

As physician shortages and rising administrative burdens made life difficult for primary care providers, practice innovation based on team-based care principles and virtual medicine promised relief.

The top two procedures performed by the surveyed MedSpas are facials and hair removal.

More than half of US states are reporting signs that COVID levels are poised to continue their summerlong rise.

Like many diseases, whooping cough reached record low levels during the early days of the COVID pandemic.

Exploring risk factors and promising new treatments might slow the progression of diabetic retinopathy.

Gender prevalence is equal in young children, but trajectory appears to diverge around puberty.

The recommended treatment for patients with scleroderma was to use nerve blocks for injecting HA filler or hyaluronidase and to minimize the injection points.

People who live with at least two other people in their first year of life and have a dog during childhood may be at reduced risk of developing Crohn’s disease.

British drugmaker GSK said on Friday it would seek a dismissal of an upcoming Zantac case in Florida, where plaintiffs alleged that its discontinued heart burn drug had...

Investigators examined the association between hip fracture surgery and survival among patients with dementia who live at home.

The company will launch two new sensors that are compatible with its insulin pump and smart insulin pen products and will also partner with Abbott Diabetes Care for a bespoke sensor.

A freelance journalist shares tips based on her experience living with type 1 diabetes, including how it differs from type 2 in ways that may be underappreciated in nonspecialist settings.

Incyte said on Thursday its drug met the main goal in a late-stage trial evaluating it in patients with a form of blood cancer.

Bayer won a legal victory in its fight to limit liability from claims its Roundup weed killer causes cancer, as a U.S. appeals court said on Thursday that federal law...

Bayer won a legal victory in its fight to limit liability from claims that its Roundup weed killer causes cancer, as a U.S. appeals court on Thursday said federal law...

Though the FDA and federal regulations call these actions recalls, they might be described more aptly as "non-recalls." And they have happened repeatedly in recent years.

A recent Lancet report claims nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented by addressing 14 risk factors, including vision loss. But is this recommendation backed by evidence? Let's explore

Every eligible Mississippi county will receive a portion of the approximately $54 million set aside for localities.

Poorer physical function, not poorer bone mineral density (BMD), could be the principal reason for the increased fracture risk in older women with type 2 diabetes (T2D).

As healthcare faces nationwide nursing shortages, innovative recruitment strategies start with enrolling nurses in nursing school.

People over age 60 who drink alcohol regularly are at an increased risk of early death, particularly from cancer or issues related to the heart and blood vessels.

More and more doctors are using professional coaching to manage life in medicine. The coaches, also physicians, say it might be a cure for burnout. Could it work for you?

A man with severely impaired speech due to ALS was able to communicate with loved ones with 97% word accuracy using a new brain-computer interface.

At least 25% of unresponsive patients with a disorder of consciousness may retain some awareness, an estimate that is higher than previous research suggests.

Investments in new equipment and more technologists could ease the burden, medical groups say.

Without government investment, Canadian hospitals have had to foot the bill for expensive robotic systems, limiting surgeons' access to cutting-edge technology.

Two leaders of the controversial Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance are no longer certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, ending a 2-year disciplinary process.

Six global research projects have been granted £15 million to develop novel insulin analogs that work better than current products.

At a planned annual wholesale cost of more than $35,000, the novel therapy may be out of financial reach for many patients, analysts caution.

The World Health Organization has declared that an outbreak of mpox, a viral infection that spreads through close contact, represents a global health emergency for the...

In a 'teachable moment' case, a patient who did not have their levothyroxine dose adjusted after rapid weight loss with tirzepatide wound up in the emergency department.

AstraZeneca said on Thursday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted its blockbuster cancer drug Imfinzi a priority review for patients with limited-stage...

A new once-daily hormone antagonist tablet has been recommended by NICE to treat moderate or severe symptoms of uterine fibroids.

Madelaine Feldman, MD, has been a vocal PBM critic for years. She sees a recent FTC interim report as evidence of the need for congressional action on PBM practices she says put patients at risk.

Physicians offer guidance about caring for patients with terminal disease

Eli Lilly has sent cease-and-desist letters to U.S. healthcare providers in recent days to stop the promotion of the compounded versions of its drugs for weight loss and...

Despite the social media hype and a few very small studies, dry fasting is unlikely to improve health and may cause harm.

Europe's healthcare systems are facing multiple crises. What should we expect from the newly elected European Parliament?

Men make up half of BRCA1/2 mutation carriers but few receive testing for the variants, and many may be unaware of their carrier status and cancer risks.

Long COVID rates in pregnant women are higher than previously thought and symptoms harder to treat, making motherhood more difficult and putting the child at risk.

Only one third of pediatric patients were correctly triaged at emergency departments (EDs) in a Northern California healthcare system.

To reduce stigma and improve treatment rates, a group of clinicians is lobbying the APA to change the term posttraumatic stress disorder to posttraumatic stress injury.

While blood tests are better than nothing, they cannot be recommended to replace established CRC screening methods.

New research builds on a growing effort to slow down the hands of time and delay the onset of disease.

The legislation, sponsored by Attorney General Rob Bonta, would require private equity groups and hedge funds to notify his office of planned purchases and obtain consent.

There are no US Food and Drug Administration–approved treatments for female sexual arousal disorder, which affects up to 26% of women in the United States by some estimates.

For the first time, a biological pathway has been identified that might explain the connection between autism and the common chemical bisphenol A.

Cutaneous immune-related adverse events (cirAEs) are the most frequently reported and most visible adverse effects of checkpoint inhibition.

President Joe Biden will announce Tuesday he is putting $150 million in new federal funding towards developing technology to better help surgeons successfully remove...

Continuous glucose monitoring use is moving from endocrinology into primary care and beyond just those treated with insulin, but access isn't equal.

Researchers sought details from patients' experiences with devices and apps to help improve features

The American Headache Society (AHS) has published a white paper guiding the treatment of posttraumatic headache caused by concussion in youth.

As the prevalence of obesity grows in the United States and worldwide, more solutions are needed at more levels of care to help patients.