Associations
The ALS Association has announced the designation of its 100th Certified Treatment Center of Excellence, solidifying its commitment to making ALS a livable disease. The UCLA ALS Clinic and Research Center achieved this milestone, joining six other newly certified centers in the organization's network of clinics. This expansion
Associations
The American Thyroid Association recommends synthetic levothyroxine as the standard therapy for hypothyroidism, but a subset of patients opt for desiccated thyroid extract (DTE), an unregulated product that has never been approved by the FDA. The FDA has issued a statement of concern regarding the unregulated nature of DTE and
Health care industry
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette has achieved a significant milestone in the field of health information management (HIM) with the accreditation of its Health Information Management bachelor's degree program by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). This prestigious recognition makes the
Health care industry
Quest Diagnostics has announced the launch of an advanced pharmacogenomic (PGx) laboratory test service designed to help healthcare providers understand a patient's individual genetic response to select drug therapies. This innovative offering aims to inform medication selection and dosing across various medical specialties, including psychiatry, neurology, cardiology, oncology,
Associations
This October, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and doctors of chiropractic nationwide will celebrate National Chiropractic Health Month with the theme "Get Started with Chiropractic." The campaign aims to raise awareness of how a non-drug approach to pain can help individuals avoid riskier treatments later. Research shows that
Health care industry
Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP) affects a significant number of pregnant women in England, Scotland, and Wales, with up to 90% of women experiencing symptoms. However, many struggle to access care that adheres to national guidelines. A recent study published in BMC Health Services Research aimed to describe NVP
Physicians
Qihui "Jim" Zhai, MD, FCAP, was sworn in as the 39th president of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) on September 13, 2025. Dr. Zhai plans to connect pathologists across subspecialties, practice settings, and generations to strengthen collaboration and advocacy. He aims to address pressing challenges in the
Physicians
Dr. Firas Bounni, a highly skilled vascular neurologist, has joined Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute to provide comprehensive, evidence-based neurological care to patients. With a special focus on stroke and other cerebrovascular diseases, Dr. Bounni brings over a decade of teaching experience and has served as an instructor at multiple
Physicians
Dr. Sam Bunting, a London-based cosmetic dermatologist, has been making waves in the skincare industry with her evidence-based approach and effective formulas. Her Flawless Moisturiser Intense is a game-changer for people struggling with sensitive, redness-prone, and reactive skin. This moisturiser has been clinically tested to repair the skin barrier in
Physicians
As you transition to adulthood, taking control of your health care becomes increasingly important. It's not uncommon for young adults to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about navigating the healthcare system. According to the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education, an estimated 3.9 million students will graduate from
Autism
Despite being just as intelligent and capable as men, women with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often face significant challenges in their mental health outcomes, access to education, occupational stability, and overall quality of life. A recent study published in the journal Behavioral Sciences has highlighted the persistent gender gap in
Evidence-based medicine
Women experiencing menopause are being misled and financially exploited by over-the-counter hormone tests that are clinically useless, senior doctors have warned. These tests, available at private clinics and online, are marketed as providing tailored insights into hormone levels, but experts describe them as medically unnecessary and misleading. The tests, which
