Medical News & Research
Latest findings and developments in medical research and healthcare.
Florida Surgeon General Sparks Debate Over Vaccine Mandates and Personal Choice
Florida's Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo advocates for personal choice over vaccine mandates, sparking nationwide controversy over public health and individual freedoms.
How Certain Aromas Trick the Brain into Perceiving Taste
New research uncovers how our brain interprets aromas as tastes, explaining the neural basis of flavor perception and its impact on eating habits.
Child Dies from Rare Measles Complication Years After Infection
A tragic case in Los Angeles highlights the dangers of measles and its severe complication, SSPE, especially in unvaccinated infants. Vaccination is crucial to prevent such outcomes.
Multiple Mood and Anxiety Disorders Significantly Elevate Dementia Risk
Discover how having multiple mood and anxiety disorders can elevate the risk of developing dementia by up to 90%, emphasizing the importance of mental health screening and prevention.
Study Finds COVID-19 School Closures in the US Were Not Cost-Effective Compared to Other Interventions
A new study reveals that COVID-19 school closures in the US were not cost-effective, highlighting the effectiveness of mask mandates, testing, and contact tracing as better alternatives for pandemic control.
Regional Disparities in Autism Assessments in the UK Resulting in Longer Waits for Children
Children in northern UK regions face autism assessment delays of up to three years longer than those in the south, exposing regional inequalities in healthcare. A new report calls for urgent reforms to address this crisis.
Safe and Effective Simultaneous Cataract Surgery on Both Eyes Supported by Recent Studies
Recent studies demonstrate that cataract surgery on both eyes during the same session is a safe and effective option, offering quick recovery and excellent visual outcomes for most patients.
Innovative Hospital-Based Program Boosts Hepatitis C Treatment for New Mothers
A novel hospital-based program significantly improves hepatitis C treatment completion for postpartum women by initiating therapy during hospital stay, reducing lost follow-up and increasing cure rates.
Study Finds Buprenorphine During Pregnancy Reduces Preterm Birth and Long-Term Costs for Mothers and Infants with Opioid Use Disorder
Research shows that buprenorphine treatment during pregnancy improves health outcomes for mothers and infants with opioid use disorder and results in significant long-term cost savings.
FDA Approves Inlexzo as a Breakthrough Treatment for Bladder Cancer
The FDA has approved Inlexzo, an innovative intravesical therapy for BCG-unresponsive bladder cancer, showing promising results in clinical trials and offering new hope for bladder preservation.