HEALTH May 29, 2024 Michigan mom: ‘I had a stroke at 39 — and the warning signs weren’t what you’d expect’ After having a stroke at 39, mom Jenna Gibson of Michigan is aiming to boost awareness about the risk young women face. She and a neurologist share what to look for and how to take life-saving action.
HEALTH May 22, 2024 Half of Americans not equipped to provide life-saving treatment in a crisis, poll finds Only half the people in the U.S. feel they could be helpful in an emergency situation, according to the results of a new poll by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
HEALTH May 21, 2024 Spinal cord treatment restores function for paralyzed patients in study: ‘New hope’ Ninety percent of paralyzed patients regained strength or function of their upper limbs after receiving an experimental therapy, a new study found. Researchers and doctors weigh in.
HEALTH May 16, 2024 Chicago nurse is finally free of COVID-19-related PTSD and depression after electrical brain tapping therapy A Chicago nurse closed out her 40-year career after the coronavirus pandemic left her with PTSD and depression. She revealed how an electrical brain-tapping therapy called deep TMS saved her life.
LIFESTYLE May 16, 2024 Short questions with Dana Perino for Dr. Nicole Saphier In this week's "Short questions," Dr. Nicole Saphier tells Dana Perino why she's devoted her professional career to early cancer detection — and debunks popular medical myths.
HEALTH May 11, 2024 Artificial intelligence not always helpful for reducing doctor burnout, studies suggest Incorporating generative AI in electronic health record systems might not ease burnout as much as anticipated, according to studies from medical sites across the country.
HEALTH May 9, 2024 As Ozzy Osbourne announces stem cell therapy, experts urge caution, highlight risks As rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has turned to stem cell therapy, some experts caution that the treatment is not for everyone. A doctor weighed in on the potential risks.
HEALTH May 7, 2024 Seniors and breast cancer: Why aren’t older women told to get mammograms? The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that women between the ages of 40 and 74 should get mammograms every other year, but some experts object to the older cut-off age.
Health April 30, 2024 Breast cancer mammogram screenings should start at age 40 instead of 50, says health task force Women should get mammograms every other year starting at age 40, according to updated recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).
Health April 29, 2024 Cancer immunity gets a boost from one common nutrient, study finds: ‘Intrigue and optimism’ Vitamin D could be a surprise weapon against cancer, new research suggests. A doctor weighed in in on the nutrient's impact on immune response and tumor growth.
The European Union April 24, 2024 European Union will begin investigation to see if China is denying access to medical device market The European Union is set to investigate whether China is unfairly limiting and depriving certain companies in Europe access to the Chinese medical market.