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Healthcare

Breast arterial calcification (BAC) is found in about 12-23% of mammograms and is associated with a 51% increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

Acuitas 3 offers a genuinely unified omnichannel experience, integrating appointments, clinical records, ecommerce, dispensing, POS, and CRM into a single platform that's purpose-built for eyecare workflows.

Wes Streeting is set to hold last-ditch talks with doctors' union leaders to avoid five days of highly dangerous NHS walkouts later this month.

The health sector requires skilled, altruistic, and motivated individuals to perform complex tasks for which ex-post incentives may prove ineffective. Health professionals should have a genuine desire to help their patients, independent of monetary rewards.

The clinic, which had previously been operating in stealth mode from its home base in San Francisco's Bay Area, wants to separate itself from both standard medical experiences and other concierge wellness programs.

Merck has agreed to acquire Verona Pharma for $10 billion, gaining access to its first-in-class drug Ohtuvayre, which treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This acquisition is crucial as Merck seeks assets amid an impending revenue drop from its top product losing patent protection.

Moderna stock has seen a dramatic decline, down nearly 93% from its late-2021 peak, but recent gains suggest potential recovery as new products emerge.

Physician retention rates are higher than 75% in the best states, and lower than 40% in the worst, contributing to a severe doctor shortage.

The hospital is recognized for excellence in treating rare diseases and complex conditions, but the quality of routine bedside care is inadequate, causing embarrassment for patients and staff.

Michael G. Ryan filed a lawsuit against Kaiser Permanente San Diego after developing a life-threatening infection post-knee replacement surgery, alleging lapses in sterilization at Zion Medical Center.

Healthcare assistants, warehouse workers, and unemployed drivers face the steepest premiums in 2025, with costs nearly double the UK average. Unemployed drivers pay £1,265 annually, while healthcare assistants and warehouse workers exceed £1,000.

Olga Goor, Investment Manager at Brightlands Venture Partners, states that Novenda's multi-material jetting technology is a breakthrough in digital dentistry, enabling scalable, high-precision manufacturing with minimal waste and post-processing.

"We are pleased to welcome the experienced InMoment German Healthcare team to Ipsos, adding a new competence center for the Group's Healthcare Service Line in Hamburg, complementing existing locations in Nuremberg, Munich and Frankfurt."

"Candidacy for the 2026 Nemmers Prize is open to physician-scientists whose body of research exhibits outstanding achievement in their disciplines as demonstrated by works of lasting significance."

The process of systematically combining findings from multiple studies into comprehensive reviews helps researchers and policymakers to draw insights from the global literature.

Health care workers at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital strike against plans to dissolve their union contracts, fearing job security and wage cuts.

Maimonides Health has become the first hospital in Brooklyn to adopt the ORBEYE™ EXOSCOPE system for use during surgical procedures.

Plasmacure has secured €6M in Series A funding from a consortium led by Venture Medical to expand globally and enhance complex wound treatments.

"Natural killer cells have evolved to seek and destroy abnormal cells," says Nadir Mahmood, president of Nkarta, a biotechnology company in South San Francisco, California. "And if that's deep enough to drive an immune-system reset, then you can have the reconstitution of a healthy and naive immune system."

In a deeply concerning situation, the case of Adriana Smith illustrates how strict interpretation of Georgia's LIFE Act led to her being kept on life support for months.

The Irish Medical Council has taken action following complaints about doctors who are providing sick certificates and prescriptions without proper consultations. Online healthcare providers are subject to the same professional, ethical, and legal obligations as during in-person appointments, highlighting concerns over the integrity of remote healthcare services.

Drive Health has appointed James Stringham as chief strategy officer, transitioning from his role as CEO at Banner Health Plans, reflecting his extensive leadership experience.

Anna Kirkland's new book showcases the complexities and failures of discrimination law in healthcare, addressing how civil rights shape access to care and the challenges of algorithmic bias.

The MHRA estimates that one-third of adverse reactions from medications could be prevented with prior genetic testing, particularly for GLP-1 drugs.

Fiona Brady stated that Beaumont Hospital billed the NTPF for patients seen in core clinics as if they were additional, raising concerns about funding governance.

Bilikesu Olagunju was sacked after abusing an 88-year-old dementia patient, yet she secured a job on a stroke ward at Homerton University Hospital shortly after.

Virtual consultations enable patients to connect with healthcare providers conveniently and at a lower cost, which has gained traction during the Covid-19 lockdowns in Ireland.

Eli Lilly recently saw an edible version of their GLP-1 medication get closer to being widely available, with plans for FDA approval later this year.

The analysis indicates a looming crisis in GP availability, especially in rural and growing urban areas, as current GPs retire without sufficient replacements.

When I was 12, I was diagnosed with Lupus. It attacked my brain, and I had to relearn how to do everything. I lost my memory and had tremors in my entire body. I also couldn't walk; it was Cerebellar ataxia.

Many were quick to defend Maria, saying, 'A midwife wouldn't do that.' The response highlights historical inaccuracies about midwives that permeate perceptions of midwifery care.

US federal prosecutors have charged 11 individuals involved in a sophisticated scheme that defrauded Medicare of over $10 billion through fraudulent billing for non-existent medical equipment.

Priory Care Services is honored to be recognized as one of the top home care groups in the UK for 2025, reflecting our team's deep commitment to care.