Suboxone, a branded version of buprenorphine and naloxone, is used to treat opioid addiction. Elise Amendola/AP hide caption toggle caption Elise Amendola/AP Suboxone, a branded version of buprenorphine and naloxone, is used to treat opioid addiction. Elise Amendola/AP Imagine if during a deadly public health crisis, 80% of Americans weren’t able to get safe, effective … Read more
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools into clinical practice, such as clinical decision support (CDS) algorithms, is aiding physicians in crucial decision-making regarding patient diagnosis and treatment. However, the success of these technologies depends largely on physicians understanding of these tools, a skill set that is currently lacking. AI is becoming an integral part … Read more
Nearly 9 out of 10 U.S. teens and young adults say they experience mental health challenges regularly, according to a national survey released Thursday by the Harris Poll and health insurer Blue Shield of California. Eighty-seven percent of people age 14 to 25 say they have mental health challenges on a regular basis, the survey … Read more
A team of researchers has launched a new study collecting the perspectives of rural British Columbians on the province’s oft-criticized health-care system. According to the UBC Centre for Rural Health Research and BC Rural Health Network, many thousands of rural residents “often feel their health-care needs are overshadowed by urban-focused health policies.” The new project, … Read more
Health By Marc Lallanilla August 1, 2023 | 1:06pm An innovative new treatment might soon help millions of people worldwide who suffer from migraines. Researchers have used a device that delivers a stream of air to cool the nerves at the back of the nose, providing relief from migraine pain sometimes within minutes. The medical … Read more
Over eight million people in the U.S. suffer from psoriasis, a skin condition that could be significantly influenced by vitamin D levels, according to a new study. The research, involving nearly 500 psoriasis cases, demonstrates a correlation between lower vitamin D levels and increased severity of the disease, suggesting that a vitamin D-rich diet or … Read more
The psychedelic effects of psilocybin mushrooms on depression treatment may be less potent in those currently taking or recently discontinued from certain common antidepressants, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. The study notably focuses on two categories of these medications: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake … Read more
Abstract Background: Oxycodone is increasingly prescribed for postpartum analgesia in lieu of codeine owing to concerns regarding the neonatal safety of codeine during lactation. We examined whether initiation of oxycodone after delivery was associated with an increased risk of persistent opioid use relative to initiation of codeine. Methods: We conducted a population-based cohort study of … Read more
Many people know exercise reduces the risk of cancers, including liver, lung, breast, and kidney. But structured exercise is time-consuming, requires significant commitment, and often financial outlay or travel to a gym. These practicalities can make it infeasible for most adults. There is very little research on the potential of incidental physical activity for reducing … Read more
A new study found a link between higher cardiorespiratory fitness and lower risk of certain cancers. The researchers also found an association between higher fitness level and lower risk of dying from cancer. Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), marked by your VO2 max, refers to the capacity for your circulatory and respiratory systems to supply oxygen to … Read more