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#obesity
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5 days ago
Medicine

Ozempic and Wegovy Ease Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Large Study

Semaglutide significantly reduces knee pain in obese patients with osteoarthritis, marking a groundbreaking finding in treatment options.

Doctors warned to stop telling obese patients 'eat less, move more' is their treatment

Doctors need to change their messaging to obese patients for better results in treating obesity.
The future of medicine aims to eradicate being overweight through new therapies, surgery, and funding for treatment.

Ozempic and Wegovy Ease Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Large Study

Semaglutide significantly reduces knee pain in obese patients with osteoarthritis, marking a groundbreaking finding in treatment options.

Doctors warned to stop telling obese patients 'eat less, move more' is their treatment

Doctors need to change their messaging to obese patients for better results in treating obesity.
The future of medicine aims to eradicate being overweight through new therapies, surgery, and funding for treatment.
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#gender-bias
from english.elpais.com
1 week ago

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.
from Nature
3 months ago

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.
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34-year-old woman thrown off horse at Mass. farm, medflighted to hospital

A serious accident involving a rider occurred at Indian Meadow Farm, resulting in critical injuries requiring airlift to a trauma center.
#breast-cancer

Ananda Lewis, Former MTV V.J., Says She Has Stage 4 Breast Cancer

Ananda Lewis is battling Stage 4 breast cancer but feels optimistic about her treatment.

Crucial information missing in Elle Macpherson breast cancer story, experts warn

Many media reports omit crucial details regarding Elle Macpherson's breast cancer treatment, potentially leading to public misinformation.

Ananda Lewis, Former MTV V.J., Says She Has Stage 4 Breast Cancer

Ananda Lewis is battling Stage 4 breast cancer but feels optimistic about her treatment.

Crucial information missing in Elle Macpherson breast cancer story, experts warn

Many media reports omit crucial details regarding Elle Macpherson's breast cancer treatment, potentially leading to public misinformation.
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Perry Farrell is getting medical care after Jane's Addiction concert brawl, wife says

Perry Farrell is seeking medical treatment after an onstage fight with Dave Navarro, leading to the cancellation of Jane's Addiction's reunion tour.

Thalidomide-like drug staunches bleeding from genetic disease

A repurposed cancer drug reduces severe nosebleeds in hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia patients.

Elderly Lewisham man smuggled 400,000 cigarettes into Heathrow Airport

Vi Van Long smuggled 400,000 cigarettes to fund medical treatment, facing legal consequences for his actions.
from Psychology Today
2 months ago

The Origins and Promise of Methadone Maintenance Treatment

Methadone maintenance treatment is effective in reducing opioid use but remains heavily stigmatized and regulated in the U.S.

How to Prevent and Treat Hemorrhoids, According to Doctors

Hemorrhoids are prevalent and often misunderstood, with many people needing support but avoiding medical help due to embarrassment.

'It's heartbreaking and very frightening' - Carlow girl (6) forced to travel to USA for urgent surgery

The family of a young girl with a rare condition is fundraising for urgent medical treatment abroad.
#healthcare

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.
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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.
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