Mission Nurses Call for Management to Address Workplace Violence
After facing repeated threats, staff call for stronger safety measures to be put into place.
Health & Medicine
New Blood Test May Diagnosis Pancreatic Cancer Sooner
PancreaSure detects pancreatic cancer early through noninvasive DNA methylation patterns.
An Aging HIV Population is Exposing Important System Flaws
Older individuals with the virus face unprecedented challenges in getting the care they need.
LA County Attack Highlights Importance of Proactively Protecting PHI
As large-scale data breaches continue to surface, pressures mount to identify more proactive measures to stop future attacks.
Promising Antibiotics Target Drug-Resistant Bacteria
New antibiotics, lolamicin and zosurabalpin, show promise against antibiotic-resistant gram-negative bacteria.
The Rise of Hospital Facility Fees & Their Impact on Patients
Large fees burden patients with unexpected charges, impacting affordability and transparency in healthcare.
Early Peanut Introduction Slashes Allergy Risk by 71%
Researchers discover consuming peanuts early in life reduces peanut allergy risk, offering lasting protection.
Opioid Receptors Play an Unexpected Role in Gut Development
Researchers at Rice University uncover a surprising role that opioid receptors play in the gut.
Heart Healthy Habits May Slow Aging, Reduce Disease Risk
Study shows certain lifestyle habits can slow the aging process and lower the risk of death.
Epilepsy Meds Safe for Creativity, Not Planning Skills
New epilepsy medications in pregnancy don’t affect children’s creativity but may impact executive function.