A team of researchers reports a novel approach to combat one of the deadliest brain cancers, glioblastoma. They developed an experimental therapy based on exploiting a perceived critical weakness of the disease. Although potential patient use is years away, preclinical models have generated interest. These findings, published in Nature, present a distinct perspective compared to...
The death rate in the United States hit its lowest level ever recorded in 2025. This was due to widespread declines in mortality across all age groups, even as heart disease and cancer persist as leading causes of death. New provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a 4.6 percent...
As the July 4 holiday approaches, officials are urging Americans planning beach trips to take safety precautions due to warnings about Vibrio vulnificus, a potentially deadly bacterium known as “flesh-eating bacteria.” This bacterium may be present in coastal waters around New York. Advisory Issued The Southampton Town Trustees issued an advisory in April to alert...
The Park Ridge Zoning Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals approved several measures in June to enable Advocate Lutheran General Hospital to expand its cancer treatment center. This development aims to transform it into a ‘comprehensive cancer center’ where all the hospital’s cancer care services, including diagnosis and treatment, will be consolidated in one...
My father once stated, “of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.” These words remain relevant as America faces a significant public health challenge. Many families across the nation are dealing with obesity, a chronic disease that disproportionately impacts low-income communities and people of color. Despite this,...
The Asian tiger mosquito, or Aedes albopictus, has been increasingly reported in various regions, including Eastern Massachusetts. Residents like Abigail Krich-Starr have noticed a rise in mosquito numbers in their neighborhoods. According to a data analysis by the Washington Post, mosquito seasons across the United States are extending, with some areas experiencing longer durations. Experts...
High temperatures are pushing people to seek relief at beaches and pools. Dave Benjamin, Executive Director of the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, delivers crucial warnings about water safety. The Need for Water Safety Education Benjamin emphasizes that while everyone is aware of fire survival tactics, few know water survival strategies. “Water safety education should...
For decades, writing summaries of patient exams has been crucial for physicians aiming to provide accurate diagnoses. However, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new possibilities for healthcare documentation. Medical students begin by learning how to write clinical notes, a process meant to record patient interactions, observations, and potentially diagnose symptoms. This task serves as...
Across the Midwest and East Coast, intense heat conditions are creating challenges for residents. This week, as a heat dome expands, many are searching for refuge from the high temperatures and humidity. In cities like Chicago, some turn to simple solutions for relief. Crowds gathered around hydrants spraying water, offering brief moments of respite from...
BUNIA, Democratic Republic of Congo — Moise Bulabantu faces constant stress over contracting Ebola. As a community nurse in an area hit by the outbreak in eastern Congo, he is highly exposed to the virus. Since the outbreak was declared on May 15, Bulabantu has interacted with affected individuals daily. “We lack protective equipment,” he...