April 19, 2025 Colorectal cancer risk reduced by this common vitamin, study suggests A new study published in the journal Nutrients suggests that vitamin D levels play a “critical role" in preventing and treating colorectal cancer. The researchers share the key findings.
April 18, 2025 E. coli outbreak went unpublicized by FDA despite affecting 15 states: report The FDA is under fire for not publicly warning about deadly E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce that sickened 89 people across 15 states, raising questions about food safety protocols.
April 17, 2025 First GLP-1 pill for weight loss, diabetes shows success in late-phase trial Eli Lilly has seen positive results from a phase 3 trial of Orforglipron, the first-ever GLP-1 pill for weight loss and type 2 diabetes. Previous versions were administered via injection.
April 17, 2025 Rising autism rates now affect 3% of children, says CDC report A new CDC report stated that autism rates are rising in the U.S., as more than 3% of America's kids are being diagnosed. A spokesperson from Autism Speaks reacts to the latest data.
April 16, 2025 Dementia risk connected to cannabis-related hospital visits, says study New research found that older individuals who visited the hospital for cannabis-related reasons could be at a higher risk of developing dementia. Canadian researcher Daniel Myran discusses the findings.
April 16, 2025 Common medical test linked to 5% of cancers, study suggests: ‘Use them wisely’ CT scans, or CAT scans, are widely used to get internal images of the body and diagnose dangerous medical conditions, but they could pose a hidden risk. Doctors discuss.
April 16, 2025 AI system restores speech for paralyzed patients using own voice Developed at two California universities, the innovative technology combines brain-computer interfaces with advanced AI to decode neural activity into audible speech.
April 16, 2025 Diabetes risk linked to these ultraprocessed food combinations A new study found that certain combinations of food additives are linked to a higher chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Experts discuss how to mitigate risk.
April 13, 2025 Artificial intelligence transforms patient care and reduces burnout, physician says Across the country, thousands of physicians are using a new form of medical AI called ambient listening. A doctor speaks about the potential benefits for patients and staff.
April 13, 2025 Alabama woman has pig kidney removed after a record 130 days An Alabama woman had her pig kidney transplant removed at NYU Langone Health and is back on dialysis after having it in place a record 130 days.