A study of 222 U.S. hospitals found that 79.4% of websites did not mention abortion, compared with 11.1% for colonoscopy. Photo by Ivan Samkov/Pexels Oct. 16 (UPI) — According to a study released on Monday by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School, most hospitals in the United …
Title: American Pharmacists Association’s Guide Promotes Inclusivity for Transgender Patients Subtitle: New recommendations aim to create safe spaces and improve transgender healthcare experience By Luke Andrews, Health Reporter Published: 16:58 BST, 16 October 2023 | Updated: 17:09 BST, 16 October 2023 The American Pharmacists Association (APhA), representing 62,000 pharmacists nationwide, has released updated guidelines to …
New guidance to help family doctors detect and manage high-risk drinking fills an important knowledge gap for both patients and doctors. The authors of the guidance warn against the common practice of prescribing antidepressants, as they can actually increase cravings for alcohol. The guidance consists of 15 recommendations on early detection of alcohol use disorder, …
When Canada legalized recreational cannabis in 2018, it opened up a lot of possibilities and uncertainties for the healthcare industry, the country, and beyond. To address these unknowns, the government promised to review the law after three years to ensure its effectiveness. However, as the three-year mark approached, the COVID-19 pandemic took over public health …
New Study Reveals Alarming Statistics on African Healthcare System: More Doctors and Nurses Witness Preventable Deaths According to a recently released report by the global trade union federation Public Services International (PSI), an alarming 60% of Africa’s frontline doctors and nurses have reported witnessing patients die in hospital wards and waiting areas. This figure is …
A groundbreaking study has revealed that the weight-loss jab tirzepatide may hold the key to helping individuals maintain their desired weight. This injectable medication, often referred to as the ‘King Kong’ of weight-loss jabs, has demonstrated its efficacy in helping people shed nearly 20% of their body weight. Tirzepatide was initially recommended by the National …
Young Adults and the Rising Rate of Colorectal Cancer: A Devastating Mystery A deadly cancer that often goes unnoticed for years is rapidly affecting young people and disrupting families. Despite a decline in overall cancer cases, experts are perplexed by the alarming increase in colorectal cancer among younger adults who were previously considered low-risk for …
Last March, the family of Bruce Willis disclosed his retirement from acting due to aphasia, but a year later, he received a more specific diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Since then, his family members have kept the public updated on his life, including his 68th birthday celebration earlier this year with his ex-wife, Demi Moore, …
A Dentist’s Guide: Avoid These Common Oral Health Mistakes for a Healthy Smile A Dentist’s Guide: Avoid These Common Oral Health Mistakes for a Healthy Smile A Dentist’s Guide: Avoid These Common Oral Health Mistakes for a Healthy Smile According to recent studies, the thought of visiting the dentist can be overwhelming for many individuals …
New Drug Offers Hope for Women With Incurable Womb Cancer New Drug Offers Hope for Women With Incurable Womb Cancer, After NHS Approves Life-Extending Treatment By Eve Simmons | Published: 22:00 BST, 14 October 2023 | Updated: 22:51 BST, 14 October 2023 Approximately 9,000 British women are diagnosed with endometrial cancer, also known as womb …