Category: healthcare

WHO Mulls Closing Key Moscow Office As ‘Appalling’ Conflict Continues In Ukraine

The WHO’s regional members in Europe are debating a resolution to condemn Russian aggression and relocate a major office out of Moscow, which could force the organization to take a more overtly political stance in the conflict.

Here Is What One Million Covid Deaths In The U.S. Looks Like

A by-the-numbers look at how Covid-19 has impacted the United States.

Targets for Infection: How SARS-CoV-2 Damages the Kidneys

The kidneys are one of the major targets for Covid-19 infection, which corresponds with significant complications. Thanks to a recent study from Duke University we are now closer to understanding how and why SARS-CoV-2 disrupts kidney function by direc…

Scientists Discover Genetic Cause Of Lupus, Findings May Help Research On Long Covid.

Lupus is a life-threatening, chronic autoimmune disease. The exact causes have remained poorly understood. New research pinpoints genetic mutations to toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) as one direct culprit. TLR7 may also be behind the autoimmune symptoms se…

Is The End Of Private Practice Nigh?

Patients and providers should lament the increasing corporatization of medicine. All too often, it’s a recipe for lower-quality, higher-priced health care.

Half Of Women In The UK Can’t Label A Vagina On An Anatomy Chart

This widespread lack of anatomical knowledge can have dangerous consequences. When people do not know the basics of anatomy and menstrual hygiene, they may struggle to communicate with a sexual partner or with a medical professional.

With A $120 Million War Chest, Brightseed Is Unlocking The Fat-Fighting Power Of Hemp

The AI-powered company is unlocking the hidden healing potential of plants by finding active compounds that could target specific conditions. Next up: diabetes and sleep disorders.

Americans Say Covid-19 Pandemic Is Over—Even If Fauci, CDC Disagree

Americans are moving on from Covid-19, whether or not health-policy experts believe they should.

English Dental ‘Deserts’ Emerge As Thousands Quit Health Service

England is facing its lowest number of NHS dentists for a decade.

Biden Administration ‘Sheepishly’ Waving ‘Checkered Flag’ On Covid-19 Pandemic, Says Science Editor-In-Chief

Science magazine published an editorial from its Editor-in-Chief Holden Thorp, PhD, about the Biden Administration’s recent handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. Spoiler alert. It wasn’t positive.