A new liquid biopsy blood test could help detect cases of human papillomavirus (HPV)-associated head and neck cancers with significantly higher accuracy than currently used methods, including before patients develop symptoms, according to new…
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Why some viral infections appear to trigger autoimmune disease
Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is a mosquito-borne pathogen that has been identified in more than 110 countries around the world. The virus typically causes flu-like symptoms, but it can also trigger chronic, severe joint pain in some people.
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Intermittent Fasting vs. Calorie Counting: What Works?
A new randomized controlled trial has shed light on the benefits of time-restricted eating (TRE), suggesting that intermittent fasting may help individuals lose weight and improve metabolic markers — even…
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How 3D printing is personalizing health care
Three-dimensional printing is transforming medical care, letting the health care field shift from mass-produced solutions to customized treatments tailored to each patient’s needs. For instance, researchers are developing 3D-printed
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Teens of any age who drink alcohol with their parents’ permission drink more as young adults, new research shows
Children and teenagers of any age who sip or taste alcohol with their parents’ permission are more likely to engage in risky drinking in young adulthood. That was the finding of a new study my colleagues and I published in the journal…
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Oracle, Cleveland Clinic And The UAE’s G42 Are Developing A Health AI Platform— Here’s What We Know
Technology companies are rapidly investing in AI capabilities.
Last week, Oracle Health, Cleveland Clinic and G42, a cloud computing and AI development company based in the United Arab Emirates, announced a partnership to co-develop and…
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What Health Systems That Are ‘Losing On Medicare Advantage’ Can Do
Medicare Advantage is regarded as a challenged program. Could it be that it really suffers from … More
Across America’s hospitals and physician organizations, familiar refrains echo louder each year:
“Medicare…
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MERS Coronavirus Infection Remains A Threat In The Middle East
TOPSHOT – Camels are pictured with a drone during the annual King Abdulaziz Camel Festival in Rumah, … More
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Controlling these 8 risk factors may eliminate early death risk for those with high blood pressure
A new study led by researchers at Tulane University suggests that people with high blood pressure can significantly reduce — and possibly eliminate — their increased risk of premature death by controlling several key health risk factors at…
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Eating craved foods with meals lessens cravings, boosts weight loss
Food cravings are the downfall of many dieters, who feel locked in an eternal battle with their willpower to resist the tempting sweets, snacks and other foods they love.
However, researchers in food science and human nutrition at the University…