Evidence-based medicine
Researchers from the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System have reported new findings on the frequency and correlates of reliable symptom worsening during treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans. According to the study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, 22.9% of veterans experienced reliable symptom
Disabled persons
Investigations into Traumatic Stress Disorders have yielded new insights into the effectiveness of mental health treatment programs for public safety personnel disabled by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to a recent report, a mental health treatment program for PSPs disabled by work-related PTSD showed mixed results in terms of return-to-work
Adipose tissue
Researchers at Medical University of Lublin have made a significant discovery in the field of obesity and diabetes. According to a study published in Clinical Diabetology, visceral fat rating (VFR), obtained via bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), is a distinct cardiometabolic health risk marker that can be used to assess the
CVS Health Corp.
knownwell, a nationwide leader in obesity medicine and weight-inclusive primary care, has announced $25 million in strategic-led financing, marking a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize healthcare for patients living with obesity. The oversubscribed round was led by CVS Health[R] Ventures, with participation from MassMutual Catalyst Fund, Intermountain
Associations
The American Heart Association is set to honor Dr. Amit Khera, M.D., FAHA, director of preventive cardiology and clinical chief of cardiology at the University of Texas (UT) Southwestern Medical Center, with the 2025 Chairman's Award at the organization's Scientific Sessions. This prestigious award recognizes
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Boston-based Eleos, the leader in AI for post-acute care, has announced the launch of Polaris AI, a cutting-edge AI model built in collaboration with Google Cloud. Polaris AI is designed to navigate the complexities of post-acute care conversations, recognizing evidence-based techniques, handling sensitive disclosures, and managing long, complex sessions. This
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Peloton, a global leader in connected fitness, and Respin Health, a comprehensive platform for holistic, personalized menopause care, have announced a groundbreaking partnership to improve women's health during perimenopause and menopause. The partnership aims to advance the conversation around menopause-related symptoms and offer scientifically validated solutions to this
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New research from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine has found that the Kuntai capsule can significantly reduce menopausal symptoms in women undergoing Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRH-a) therapy. The study, published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, analyzed data from 36 randomized controlled trials involving 3,577 patients. Kuntai capsule, a
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Children's Milestone, a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, has announced the strategic expansion of its in-home services across the Mid-Atlantic region, encompassing the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. The expansion directly responds to a growing community need for accessible, evidence-based behavioral healthcare for individuals
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A recent study has highlighted the effectiveness of telehealth-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in preventing suicides among US veterans. The study, conducted by the Department of Veterans Affairs, aimed to increase nationwide access to evidence-based practices for suicide prevention (EBP-SPs) for veterans with recent suicidal self-directed violence (SSDV). The study
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
In a groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, Mentavi Health has demonstrated the validity and reliability of its online Diagnostic Evaluation for adult ADHD, providing a breakthrough for evidence-based telehealth access. The study compared the online evaluation's diagnostic accuracy to a clinician-led interview, revealing a
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Medcan, a global leader in proactive health and wellness, has announced the Canadian launch of the Galleri multi-cancer early detection test. This clinically validated test can detect more than 50 types of cancer before symptoms appear, including pancreatic, esophageal, ovarian, and liver cancer, which have no existing or routine screening
