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Take our quiz on the year in health and biotechnology
In just a couple of weeks, we’ll be bidding farewell to 2025. And what a year it has been! Artificial intelligence is being incorporated into more aspects of our lives, weight-loss drugs have expanded in scope, and there have been some real “omg” biotech stories from the fields of gene therapy, IVF,…
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The gear meant to protect firefighters may carry hidden dangers
Firefighter turnout gear is designed to shield first responders from extreme heat and danger, but new research suggests it may also introduce chemical exposures. A U.S. study found that brominated flame retardants are present across multiple layers of firefighter gear, including newer equipment mark…
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As gambling addiction spreads, one scientist’s work reveals timely insights
Psychiatrist Robert Custer spent his life convincing doctors that compulsive gambling was not an impulse control problem. Today, his research is foundational for diagnosis and treatment.
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New Texas HIE agreement aims to end decades of data silos
A historic pact between Texas HIEs establishes bidirectional admission, discharge and transfer data exchange.
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Doctors warn of ‘super flu’ variant in hot spots like New York
Ahead of the holiday tourist rush, city health officials in New York City reported nearly 14,000 flu cases in the first week of December.
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15 Best Greens Powders (2025) Researched, Taste-Tested & Reviewed
We did the research (and taste-testing) to find the best greens powders worth your money. The Bloom Nutrition Superfood Greens Powder is our tried-and-true pick.
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A Critical Perspective on Finite Sample Conformal Prediction Theory in Medical Applications
arXiv:2512.14727v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Machine learning (ML) is transforming healthcare, but safe clinical decisions demand reliable uncertainty estimates that standard ML models fail to provide. Conformal prediction (CP) is a popular tool that allows users to turn heuristic uncertainty es…
Abstract: Machine learning (ML) is transforming healthcare, but safe clinical decisions demand reliable uncertainty estimates that standard ML models fail to provide. Conformal prediction (CP) is a popular tool that allows users to turn heuristic uncertainty es…
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How many flu cases are there in your local hospital? Use our tool to check
Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area
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This Brutal Mosquito-Borne Disease May Have a Cure—But There’s a Catch
This story was originally published by Vox and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. There’s a reason dengue infections are also called “breakbone fever.” Along with a mild fever, symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness include bone-deep, aching pain in the joints and behind t…
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STAT+: Eli Lilly’s obesity pill helped patients maintain weight loss after switch from injections
Eli Lilly's obesity pill helped patients maintain weight loss after they switched from injectable drugs, outcomes that could widen the appeal of the pill.
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New Pill Could Finally Treat Sleep Apnea Without a Mask
Sulthiame reduced breathing interruptions in sleep apnea patients, pointing toward a viable drug treatment. A European clinical trial has found that the drug sulthiame can reduce breathing pauses and improve sleep quality in people with obstructive sleep apnea, with researchers from the University o…
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Scientists Identify 6 Key Depression Symptoms That Predict Dementia Risk
Early warnings could be vital.
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5 Powerful Ways to Strengthen Your Brain for Life
Majid Fotuhi, Psychology Today Many people feel overwhelmed by wellness trends and high-priced tools promising better brain function. Most people I meet want to protect their brain and be...
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STAT+: Hospitals owned by real estate investors more likely to close or go bankrupt
Hospitals owned by real estate investors more likely to close or go bankrupt, new study finds.
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We're Moving From Treatment to Cures for Autoimmune Diseases
Eric Topol, GTs For several decades, the standard approach to autoimmune diseases has been suppression of the immune system, a treatment with potential serious side effects and, with the...
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Your Genes Could Be Affecting Someone Else’s Gut
Your “roommate’s” genes could be affecting the bacteria living in your gut, and vice versa, according to a rat study published today (December 18) in Nature Communications. By analyzing more than four thousand animals, researchers found that the mix of microbes in a rat’s gut is influenced not only …
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A flesh-eating fly once eradicated is moving back toward the U.S.
California researchers are preparing for the possible return of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that feeds on living flesh and once devastated U.S. livestock. By monitoring traps and educating veterinarians and farmers, they hope to stop the pest before it gains a foothold.
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New “Molecular Glue” Gel Could Help Treat Permanent Voice Loss
A newly engineered hydrogel could offer a longer-lasting, minimally invasive way to treat vocal cord injuries. Researchers at McGill University have developed a new hydrogel that could one day help repair damaged vocal cords. Early results suggest the material may offer a longer-lasting treatment op…
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