by I. Edwards The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Wednesday that it will relax certain rules for approving low-cost versions of some high-priced medications, in an effort to…
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Radiofrequency renal denervation lowers blood pressure in chronic kidney disease stage 3a, b
Radiofrequency renal denervation (RDN) yields a clinically meaningful and durable reduction in blood pressure (BP), including among those with moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease (CKD), according to a study published online…
Wave of RSV, particularly dangerous for babies, washing over US: Doctors urge vaccination
Credit: CC0 Public Domain A wave of the highly contagious respiratory syncytial virus is beginning to wash over the United States—sending greater numbers of babies and toddlers to the hospital,…
Couple conceive with the help of an AI-guided sperm recovery method
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain After trying to start a family for nearly two decades, a couple has conceived with the help of researchers at the Columbia University Fertility Center. The…
AEDs in houses improve outcomes for cardiac arrest with shockable rhythm
For patients with cardiac arrest and a shockable rhythm, automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in private homes improve outcomes but cannot be considered cost-effective at current pricing, according to a study…
Human Mind Prefers Simple Explanations Over Complex Truths
Summary: New research shows that people tend to prefer simple explanations even when complex ones are more accurate. The study found that individuals focus mainly on visible or known causes…
Back pain during pregnancy is often dismissed as a passing discomfort − a nurse explains why it should be taken seriously and treated
About half to three-quarters of expectant mothers experience pain during pregnancy that is largely untreated, contributing to preventable suffering and harm. Many mothers avoid medications and treatments during pregnancy for…
People abused by intimate partners have worse asthma – but researchers are still untangling the reasons behind this surprising link
Asthma is a common, serious and difficult-to-manage chronic health condition. In the U.S., 1 in 7 people are diagnosed with asthma, and that number is rising. Over the years, researchers…
Health headlines can be confusing
Every week of 2025 seems to bring a new health headline, whether it’s about climbing autism rates, changing vaccination recommendations or unexpected cancer risks. For people trying to make informed…
Obesity treatment in the UK risks becoming a two-tier system, researchers warn
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Treatment for obesity in the UK could become a two-tier system where the most vulnerable patients miss out altogether. Obesity experts from King’s College London and…
