Histopathological image of multiple myoloma. Smear preparation of bone marrow aspirate stained with May-Grünwald-Giemsa procedure. It doest not represent a histopathologic image but essentially helps understand hematopathology. Date 16 January…
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Blocking one protein supercharges the immune system against cancer
Researchers have discovered a way to make the immune system’s T cells significantly more effective at fighting cancer. By blocking a protein called Ant2, they were able to reprogram how these cells consume and generate energy — essentially…
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United Health’s Optum Insights Announces Sandeep Dadlani As New CEO; These Are His Top 3 Priorities
United Healthcare Group is one of the biggest players in the American healthcare industry, and is taking a tech-forward approach to the future.
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UnitedHealth Group (UHG) is a massive force in American healthcare. The broader…
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When The Doctor Is A Sieve, It Strains All Our Resources
Some ER physicians are thought of as “sieves”
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In residency, we had a term for ER docs who always seemed to find an excuse to admit patients to the hospital. We called them sieves. A newly admitted patient would arrive to 5 West, we would talk…
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For 2026, Insurers Retreat Somewhat On Medicare Advantage Footprints
Health insurance companies that are the biggest players in privatized Medicare Advantage coverage are once again pulling back somewhat in 2026 after years expanding their geographic footprints while they offer new benefits.
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Government Shutdown Imperils Obamacare Subsidies, Affordability
Congress passed a bill to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies another year.
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The federal government shutdown imperils the extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies for more than 22 million Americans, which in turn could make their healthcare…
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Outside U.S., “Don’t Take Tylenol” Message Sharply Rebuked
Tylenol brand pain reliever (acetaminophen) is under fire by the Trump administration for possible links to autism. Photographer: Gabby Jones/Bloomberg
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The Trump administration suggests that Tylenol (acetaminophen) may…
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This Haiti-Born Doctor Built A $6 Billion Business Developing Drugs For Depression And Alzheimer’s
Axsome Therapeutics has three drugs on the market and five in the pipeline, with the potential to help some 150 million Americans suffering from brain disorders.
When Herriot Tabuteau started a drug development company in 2012, he decided to do…
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Here’s Why You Should Get Screened For Breast Cancer With A Mammogram
HOUSTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 26: Dr. Olena Weaver, an Associate Professor in the Department of Breast Imaging at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, looks at mammogram imagery, regular mammogram on the left, and contrast enhanced…
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Yoga isn’t as heart-healthy as you think, new study reveals
Contrary to widespread belief, yoga may be less effective than conventional forms of exercise in enhancing vascular health, according to a new study published in Advances in Integrative Medicine.
The study systematically reviews existing…
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