December 18, 2024

Does Anger at Health Care Drive Change?

In-depth exploration of public anger towards the American health care system throughout history, potential for change, and Hollywood's portrayal of health insurance-related events.

KFF Health News

December 13, 2024

UnitedHealth Group CEO Acknowledges ‘Flawed’ System

"No one would design a system like the one we have. And no one did. It's a patchwork built over decades."

Reuters

December 12, 2024

Phase 3 Data: Nemolizumab for Prurigo Nodularis Relief

A recent study published in JAMA Dermatology revealed the significant efficacy of nemolizumab in reducing pruritus and skin lesions in patients with moderate to severe prurigo nodularis.

Conexiant

November 26, 2024

Moisturizers in Dermatitis: Risk vs Reward

A recent review finds that moisturizers, commonly used in dermatitis care, may lead to adverse effects in children with eczema, emphasizing the need for moderation and personalized recommendations for their use. Published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.

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November 25, 2024

Genetic Insights: T2D, HbA1c and Skin Cancer Risk

New genetic analysis suggests a surprising link between type 2 diabetes, glycated hemoglobin levels, and reduced risk of certain skin cancers, highlighting the potential role of genetic methods in investigating disease associations.

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July 26, 2024

Healing and Owing: U.S. Health Workers' $150 Billion Debt Dilemma

A new study exposes the alarming levels of medical and educational debt burdening U.S. health care workers, with debt disproportionately affecting women, Black workers, and those in lower-paying fields.

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September 09, 2024

First Full Eye, Face Transplant Performed

In a surgical first, retinal cells showed light responsiveness up to 9.0 μv at 220 days after whole eye transplant, nearing the low end of normal (10-50 μv).

Conexiant

September 23, 2024

Physicians Urged to Scrutinize Employers Beyond Salary

Beyond salary and work-life balance, physicians seeking new roles should evaluate potential employers' governance, reward systems, and culture, according to a viewpoint published in JAMA Internal Medicine.

Conexiant

November 01, 2024

Are Toothbrushes More Viral Than Showerheads?

Study finds your toothbrush hosts primarily human-associated bacteria including Klebsiella, Streptococcus, and Veillonella, while showerheads harbor environmental microbes.

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