After the recent pandemic, our use of disinfectants has increased, but are our efforts to create sterile urban environments backfiring? A new study published in the journal Microbiome has identified novel strains of microbes that have adapted to use the limited resources available in cities and shown that our everyday behaviour is
If you’ve ever struggled with cutting back on carbs, ancient DNA might hold some answers. A recent study from the University at Buffalo and the Jackson Laboratory (JAX) uncovers how the salivary amylase gene (AMY1) evolved, aiding human adaptation to starchy foods and potentially dating back over 800,000 years—long before
An estimated 462 million people around the world suffer from Type 2 diabetes, a chronic disease in which the body has problems using sugar as a fuel, leading to a buildup of sugar in the blood and chronic health issues. New research led by Ayyalusamy Ramamoorthy, a professor at the
Lymphomas are a group of cancers that originate in the lymphatic system, which includes the various lymph glands scattered throughout the body. These cancers arise when abnormal white blood cells begin to proliferate uncontrollably. Lymphomas are the sixth most prevalent form of cancer globally, excluding non-melanoma skin cancers. There are
A new technique for treating patients with a common heart arrhythmia is rapidly replacing traditional methods in one of medtech’s biggest developments this year. Atrial fibrillation (AFib), the heart rhythm disorder, affects 50 million people worldwide, yet less than 5% of those who could benefit from a cardiac ablation procedure
Cleveland Clinic is among four centers participating in a long-term study that found durable impact of gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgeries on blood-sugar control and body weight. A new study is offering hope to individuals with obesity and diabetes, showing that bariatric surgery can help to improve both conditions,
While anybody can develop chronic kidney disease (CKD), individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and other chronic diseases are particularly at risk and need to ensure they are screened regularly and manage their health condition well, says an expert from the global health system Cleveland Clinic. Globally, around one
BJ Schaknowski, CEO symplr. America’s healthcare system is on the brink. Cracks exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic nearly four years ago have grown and multiplied. Many healthcare systems are operating at a loss, causing hospitals to limit their services or even close, with these lapses in healthcare availability hitting rural
In an exclusive interview, Mona Mohammad Al Ali, Head of Health Information Management Section at Rashid Hospital, shares key insights into the hospital’s digital transformation journey. Covering strategies to overcome challenges, the impact on patient experience, and crucial performance indicators, this article explores the comprehensive approach Rashid Hospital has taken
Kamal Director PathnSitu Biotechnologies The practice of tissue pathology in developing countries is fraught with challenges, primarily stemming from limited resources, shortages of subspecialists, and a lack of trained laboratory personnel and continuing education programs. This article explores the impact of these challenges on cancer diagnosis and highlights the critical
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