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.

Conexiant

March 27, 2025

Medical Oddities: Metabolism’s Secret Sugar-Burning Switch

Science served weird this week: sleepy seniors, sneaky genes, and memory-hacking babies.

Conexiant

March 12, 2025

Medical Oddities: Herpes Up the Nose, Trouble for the Brain

Herpes entering through the nose smells like trouble for the brain. Mangos may have a seat at the metabolic table. And humans don't understand their dogs as much as they think they do. We dive into these studies and more.

Conexiant

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!

Conexiant

September 16, 2024

Pregnancy Alters Brain Structure, New Study Finds

Findings showed potential adaptive brain changes during pregnancy, similar to puberty shifts.

Reuters

September 20, 2024

10 Under 10: Pediatric dentist pieces together life experiences to build meaningful career

Brianna Muñoz, D.M.D., aims to create a warm environment in her pediatric practice that cultivates trust and prioritizes patient care.

ADA News

December 18, 2024

Physicians With Kids Face Large Pay Gaps

Physician compensation remains a central concern in health care, influenced by educational debt, specialty-specific variations, and evolving employer policies.

Conexiant

February 05, 2025

Medical Oddities: Resist the Itch? Maybe Not

Scratching an itch may have positive and negative outcomes. Compounds in tomatoes may work as an antidepressant. Selenoproteins help keep blood young. And more.

Conexiant

January 02, 2025

Rural Maternity Care Scarcity Fuels Concerns

Amid the closure of a rural Oregon maternity ward, the article explores the challenges faced by rural women in accessing maternal healthcare and the debates surrounding abortion access and reproductive healthcare in rural areas.

KFF Health News