Harm reduction initiatives, like syringe services programs, can reduce HIV transmission among people … More
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Palantir Is Rapidly Increasing Its Presence In Healthcare
Palantir has quickly become one of the most prominent names in the AI race.
Last month, recent Wall Street AI darling Palantir announced a new partnership with Teletracking to use its AI suite in conjunction with the…
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Trump Administration Halts NIH From Issuing Any New Research Grants
The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB), led by Director Russell Vought (C) seen here … More
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The 0.05% RNA Process That Makes Cancer Self-Destruct
Australian researchers have discovered a promising new strategy to suppress the growth of aggressive and hard-to-treat cancers by targeting a specialized molecular process known as ‘minor splicing’.
Published in EMBO Reports, the study shows that…
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The pandemic’s secret aftershock: Inside the gut-brain breakdown
A new international study confirmed a significant post-pandemic rise in disorders of gut-brain interaction, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional dyspepsia, according to the paper published in Clinical Gastroenterology and…
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Humana Reports $545 Million Profit As Costs Land Within Expectations
Humana Wednesday reported $545 million in second quarter profits as the health insurer’s medical … More
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Pain relief without pills? VR nature scenes trigger the brain’s healing switch
Immersing in virtual reality (VR) nature scenes helped relieve symptoms that are often seen in people living with long-term pain, with those who felt more present experiencing the strongest effects.
A new study led by the University of Exeter,…
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This tiny lung-on-a-chip could predict—and fight—the next pandemic
Respiratory infections such as COVID-19 have been responsible for numerous pandemics and have placed a substantial burden on healthcare systems. Such viruses can cause significant damage to our lungs, especially to the proximal region, or airway,…
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As The EPA Moves To Gut A Key Climate Rule, The Risks To Public Health Intensify
WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 30: A bronze sign marks an entrance to the US Environmental Protection … More
In a sweeping…
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Why Black Women Are Disproportionately Impacted By Uterine Fibroids
Women at doctor’s office.
Although uterine fibroids are not an uncommon topic, the potential for severity of the condition is rarely discussed. This is especially true for Black women who tend to develop fibroids at a younger age and…
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