Could the Internet Actually Be Good for Your Brain?
For all its warts, being online might be an overall positive for older people, new research suggests. The study found that reported regular internet use was associated with a reduced…
The First Vaccine for RSV Just Got FDA Approval
The world’s first vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has just been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The vaccine is called Arexvy and was developed by GlaxoSmithKline. It…
CDC Looking Into Possible Increase of Rare Brain Infections in Children
There may be a rise in concerning brain infections afflicting U.S. children. Hospitals and public health officials in some areas have documented higher than expected numbers of pediatric brain abscesses…
ChatGPT Answers Patients’ Online Questions Better Than Real Doctors, Study Finds
AI may not replace your doctor anytime soon, but it will probably be answering their emails. A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine Friday examined questions from patients and found…
FDA Approves Poop-Based Pill to Treat Hardy Gut Infections
The healing powers of poop can now officially come in a more palatable pill. This week, the Food and Drug Administration approved the drug Vowst, an oral capsule packed with…
Babies Who Catch RSV Are at Higher Risk of Later Asthma, Study Finds
A common and sometimes dangerous respiratory germ might also raise the risk of asthma if encountered early in life, new research this month suggests. The study found that children were…
Experimental Gel Killed 100% of Brain Tumors in Mice
Scientists at Johns Hopkins University say they’ve developed a gel-based treatment that might be incredibly effective at treating an often-fatal brain cancer. In a study of mice released this week,…
New Migraine Drug Can Even Tackle the Most Difficult Cases, Study Finds
A recently approved preventative migraine drug called atogepant (branded Qulipta) seems to help even the most difficult cases, preliminary research out this week has found. The study showed that patients…
Withings’ Body Smart Scale Includes an ‘Eyes Closed Mode’ That Hides Your Weight
Modern smart scales can measure more than just a user’s weight; they also capture other useful health metrics, which is good motivation to use them frequently. But for those mornings…
Your Weed Might Be a Lot Less Potent Than Advertised
A warning to those of you looking forward to celebrating 4/20 in style this year: Your weed might not be as potent as advertised. In a new study this week,…