In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at a ‘holy grail’ pill for sleep apnea, Pomelo Care’s expansion, Nvidia and Lilly’s $1 billion AI venture, and more.
Category: 5. Health
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Inside The J.P. Morgan Healthcare Extravaganza
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To Cut Breast Cancer Risk, Drink Less Alcohol, New U.S. Guideline Advises
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines: “Drink less” to cut breast cancer risk. Learn why alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen and the evidence behind the clear advice.
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Scientists finally uncover why statins cause muscle pain
Many people who are prescribed statins to lower cholesterol end up stopping the medication because of muscle pain, weakness, or ongoing fatigue. These symptoms are among the most common reasons patients abandon the drugs.
New research from…
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This sweet fruit is packed with hidden health compounds
Luo Han Guo (Siraitia grosvenorii), more commonly known as monk fruit, is a long living vine that belongs to the gourd family, the same plant group as cucumbers and squash. It is native to southern China, where it has been used for centuries in…
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6 Ways You Can Help Reduce Physician Burnout
Physician burnout is fueled by short visits, portal inbox overload, chart chaos and prior auth. Here are six practical moves patients can make today to cut friction and get better care.
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Massive brain study reveals why memory loss can suddenly speed up with age
An unprecedented international research effort combining brain imaging and memory testing from thousands of adults is offering a clearer picture of how age-related brain changes affect memory. By bringing together data from multiple long-running…
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Reddit and TikTok – with the help of AI
When you think of tools for studying substance use and addiction, a social media site like Reddit, TikTok or YouTube probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Yet the stories shared on social media platforms are offering…
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Anthropic Launches AI Healthcare Tools As Competition With OpenAI Heats Up
Anthropic announced healthcare AI tools connecting to insurance databases and patient records, intensifying competition with OpenAI in the medical market.
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Doctors discover the source of mysterious intoxication
Scientists have identified specific gut bacteria and biological pathways that cause alcohol to be produced inside the body in people with auto-brewery syndrome (ABS). This rare and frequently misunderstood condition causes individuals to…
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Millions with dementia still prescribed drugs linked to falls and confusion
Even after years of medical guidelines advising caution, brain-altering medications linked to falls, confusion, and hospitalizations are still widely prescribed to people with dementia. New research published on January 12 in the peer-reviewed…
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