Medical News & Research
Latest findings and developments in medical research and healthcare.
Potential Medicaid Reductions Could Unfairly Impact Older Workers and Their Well-being
Proposed Medicaid cuts threaten to disproportionately affect older workers by imposing strict work requirements that could lead to significant health coverage losses, according to recent research.
Systematic Review Highlights Geographic Barriers to Dental Care and Calls for Improved Access Policies
A systematic review reveals key geographic barriers to dental care access and recommends policy strategies to bridge the gap, emphasizing community-engaged, multi-dimensional solutions.
Breakthrough Genetic Research Spurs Large-Scale Diabetes Trials in Chinese Hospitals
A groundbreaking genetic study in China has led to the development of a new diagnostic tool for more accurate classification of diabetes types, paving the way for large-scale clinical trials and personalized treatment approaches.
Innovative Blood Test Could Revolutionize Bone Marrow Sampling for Leukemia Detection
A new blood test developed by researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science offers a less invasive way to detect leukemia and blood disorders by analyzing circulating blood stem cells, potentially replacing traditional bone marrow biopsies.
Enhanced Brain Imaging Benchmark Improves Classification of Alzheimer's Disease Changes
Researchers from USC have developed a new brain imaging benchmark using tau PET scans that improves classification of Alzheimer's disease-related changes, highlighting the importance of diverse populations in research.
New Insights into Reducing Liver Cancer Risk for Individuals with Hepatitis B
Groundbreaking research reveals how combining statin therapy with traditional HBV treatments may lower liver cancer risk by targeting immune dysregulation and environmental carcinogen pathways. Read more about new strategies for preventing hepatocellular carcinoma in hepatitis B patients.
Enhancing Concussion Care in Community Sports: A Call for Better Return-to-Play Protocols
Researchers highlight the need for improved concussion management and return-to-play protocols in community sports to protect long-term brain health of amateur athletes.
AI Innovation Enables Detection of Fatty Liver Disease via Chest X-Rays
Innovative AI model analyzes routine chest X-rays to detect fatty liver disease, offering a cost-effective and accessible diagnostic method that could transform early screening strategies.
FDA Updates COVID-19 Vaccine Labels to Include Rare Heart Risk Warning
The FDA has updated COVID-19 vaccine labels to warn about a rare risk of myocarditis, especially affecting young men, emphasizing the importance of ongoing safety monitoring and research.
Eliminating Out-of-Pocket Costs Boosts Access to Advanced Breast Cancer Screening
Removing a modest out-of-pocket fee significantly increases access to advanced 3D mammography, especially benefiting underserved populations and reducing health disparities.