Data reveal how doctors take women's pain less seriously than men's
Female patients in hospital emergency departments experience delayed access to painkillers and medical care compared to male patients due to gender bias.
Doctor Blanca Coll-Vinent: Women's symptoms have been poorly studied, and since we don't recognize them, we ignore them'
Gender biases significantly affect the chances of women receiving timely medical care in emergencies.
Data reveal how doctors take women's pain less seriously than men's
Female patients in hospital emergency departments experience delayed access to painkillers and medical care compared to male patients due to gender bias.
A new pill cures preschoolers of a parasitic worm. Delivering it could be a challenge
Schistosomiasis, caused by a microscopic worm, is prevalent in Africa and can lead to severe health complications if left untreated, affecting learning ability.
The development of a new pill to treat schistosomiasis in preschoolers is a significant advancement in combating the disease.
A Memorial Healthcare stroke doctor survived a stroke. Here's how to know if it could happen to you
Delay in seeking medical treatment for stroke symptoms can lead to severe consequences, including permanent damage or death.
A new pill cures preschoolers of a parasitic worm. Delivering it could be a challenge
Schistosomiasis, caused by a microscopic worm, is prevalent in Africa and can lead to severe health complications if left untreated, affecting learning ability.
The development of a new pill to treat schistosomiasis in preschoolers is a significant advancement in combating the disease.
A Memorial Healthcare stroke doctor survived a stroke. Here's how to know if it could happen to you
Delay in seeking medical treatment for stroke symptoms can lead to severe consequences, including permanent damage or death.
Watch: Infected blood campaigners react to final report into scandal
The infected blood scandal involved a chilling cover-up by politicians, doctors, and civil servants, leading to over 30,000 people being infected with deadly viruses in the history of the NHS.
Daily briefing: Orangutan is first wild animal seen using medicinal plant
A Sumatran orangutan named Rakus used a medicinal plant to treat a wound, showcasing the shared knowledge between humans and orangutans.
Erectile Dysfunction and Niacin
Niacin is established as an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction by normalizing blood lipids and improving circulation.
UK's King Charles visits cancer treatment charity
King Charles returns to public duties after medical treatment.
Arsenal's Maanum 'stable' after collapsing on pitch
Frida Maanum collapsed during Continental Cup final
She is conscious and in stable condition
Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis in moving statement
Princess Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis after major surgery
Royal family shocked by Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis
More than 80 dogs rescued from California home. 2 people arrested, 2 sent to hospitals
Over 80 dogs rescued from dire conditions with health toll on animals.
High ammonia levels prevented personnel from entering the home, leading to arrests and medical treatment.
New study finds that only 1% of trans teens detransition
Only 1% of trans teens detransition after starting medical treatment.
Detransition rates are generally low, with most reverting shortly after seeking care.
There's a cheap and effective way to treat childhood diarrhea. So why is it underused?
Oral rehydration salts are a simple and effective treatment for childhood diarrhea but are underused by doctors.
A new study conducted in India aims to understand why doctors are not prescribing oral rehydration salts (ORS) more frequently.
Medical professionals trying to meet health needs of San Francisco's unhoused
Unconventional medical treatment for the unhoused is becoming routine in San Francisco
Outdoor healthcare for homeless individuals builds trust and prevents ER visits
States target health insurers' prior authorization' red tape
Insurers use prior authorization to control costs and protect patients from unnecessary treatment, but it can be frustrating and interfere with care.
The Biden administration announced new rules to streamline the prior authorization process, and some states are considering additional legislation.
If you yearn for the void, try floating naked in a dark tank
Float therapy, also known as flotation therapy or flotation Rest, involves spending time in a soundproof, lightproof tank with only your own thoughts for company.
Float therapy has been found to alleviate stress and muscle pain, induce relaxation, and counteract the noise and distraction of modern life.
Namibian President Hage Geingob dies in a hospital where he was receiving treatment
Namibian President Hage Geingob has died while receiving medical treatment.
Geingob was undergoing treatment for cancer.
Rep. Chris Deluzio becomes first Democrat in Congress to call for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's resignation over hiding cancer surgery
Rep. Chris Deluzio calls for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's resignation due to lack of transparency about his medical treatment
Austin hid his surgery to treat prostate cancer from the White House and his subordinates
F.D.A. Approves Sickle Cell Treatments, Including One That Uses CRISPR
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first gene editing therapy and conventional gene therapy for sickle cell disease.
Obstacles to treatment include limited access to authorized medical centers, individualized procedures, and high costs.
Ants treat certain leg injuries with life-saving amputations
Ants perform life-saving amputations on injured legs, adapting treatment to maximize survival.
The amputee crisis in the war on Gaza
The lack of proper medical treatment in Gaza has led to a high number of preventable amputations, especially affecting children.
Hungary's Varga suffers serious-looking injury
Barnabás Varga suffered a serious injury during Hungary's final group match at the European Championship.
Judge Strikes Down Florida's Ban on Transgender Care for Minors
A federal judge ruled key parts of Florida's ban on gender transition care for minors as unconstitutional.