April 01, 2025

Medical Oddities: Shrinking Brains, Failing Hearts?

Brains shrink, bots soothe, tea disappoints, and love gets the hormonal spotlight it deserves this week.

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March 31, 2025

Tariff Threat: Drugs Could Cost U.S. $750M More

New research reveals 25% tariffs on Canadian pharmaceuticals would impact critical medications, strain supply chains, and potentially increase costs—with 28 drugs having no alternative suppliers.

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March 19, 2025

Medical Oddities: Brain Implants Bugged by Bacteria

Bacteria in the brain, words for longevity, and a fishy fix for kindness—this week in medical oddities.

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December 17, 2024

Trump's Health Picks Clash on Vaccines, Policy

The selection of individuals for federal health agencies under President-elect Donald Trump presents conflicting views on matters such as abortion limits, vaccine safety, covid-19 responses, and the use of weight-loss medications.

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September 09, 2024

Higher BMI Linked to Severe Infection Risk

Study finds a 30% higher bacterial infection risk per each 5-point increase in BMI.

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December 27, 2024

11 Medical Breakthroughs This Year

Explore medical breakthroughs from 2024, including advancements in Parkinson’s therapy, ulcerative colitis treatments, and gene therapy for hereditary deafness.

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February 14, 2025

Study: Patients Trust Female Docs Less

Study findings and an interview with the lead investigator.

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September 04, 2024

Breast Cancer Rising in AAPI Women

A concerning trend of rising breast cancer rates among Asian American and Pacific Islander women, particularly the younger population, prompts urgent investigation to unravel potential causes and address the impact on their lives.

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March 06, 2025

Medical Oddities: Bad Surgery Days, Risky Ink & Cancer-Fighting Tea

Maybe skip the Friday surgery slot to avoid risks. Study suggests we should think before getting ink. Tiny water bears see a big cancer treatment win, and more this week!

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