In a groundbreaking pilot study, researchers demonstrated the potential of adaptive deep-brain stimulation (DBS) to significantly improve motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Utilizing personalized neural signals, adaptive DBS was able to reduce the duration of motor symptoms by an impressive 50% when compared to conventional DBS. This innovative approach marks a significant advancement
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Barbara Redman, PhD, MBE, of New York University School of Medicine, highlights the importance of authors disclosing conflicts of interest. While Redman’s statement suggests that accessing the Open Payments database is a simple task, the reality is that not all authors are forthcoming with this information. The lack of transparency in disclosing conflicts of interest
Becky Litvintchouk, a business owner with ADHD, has found success in using AI to streamline her tasks. By leveraging the app Claude, Litvintchouk has been able to make informed decisions for her hygienic-wipes business, GetDirty, without the need to read through lengthy contracts word for word. This has not only saved her time but has
Victoria Jackson, a former cast member of “Saturday Night Live,” recently disclosed that she has been diagnosed with inoperable cancer, with an initial breast cancer diagnosis dating back to 2016. This news sheds light on the harsh reality of cancer and the challenges individuals face when battling such a devastating disease. It serves as a
According to data from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI), it has been found that white women have the highest rates of fractures among postmenopausal women. However, other racial and ethnic groups are not far behind. Over a nearly 20-year period, the study showed that Black, Pacific Islander, Asian, and multiracial women had significantly lower risks
Recently, the Texas maternal mortality and morbidity review committee made headlines for all the wrong reasons. The committee, established to investigate maternal deaths and near-misses, faced criticism for appointing an anti-abortion activist physician, Dr. Ingrid Skop, to a position initially designated for a rural community member. This decision raised eyebrows as Dr. Skop has a
In a recent study conducted on older adults in the Chicago area, it was found that psychological well-being diminished before the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment. This decline in well-being was noted in various components such as purpose in life and personal growth. Interestingly, after the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment, positive relationships with others
A group of pharmacists and technicians at a Walgreens store in Vancouver, Washington, are in the process of seeking an election to join the Pharmacy Guild, a new national union. This move marks the first set of Walgreens employees in the state of Washington to file to join the Pharmacy Guild. The union has emphasized
Farida Ahmad, MPH, from the CDC’s Division of Vital Statistics at the National Center for Health Statistics in Maryland, brings attention to the fact that COVID’s drop on the list of leading causes of death does not indicate that the battle against the virus is over. It is important to remain vigilant and continue to
Anthony Bing found himself in a nightmare scenario when his urine tests for alcohol came back positive five times in a row, despite him abstaining from alcohol for almost a year. This false-positive result threatened his probation and his freedom, putting him at risk of going to jail. Bing, a Navy veteran, had a history