Thursday 25 May 2023

Hi-Tech Implant Helps Paralyzed Man Walk More Naturally

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The man was paralyzed 11 years ago from a bike accident. He can now walk 100 to 200 meters (up to about 660 feet) at a time, and can stand without using his hands for two or three minutes.



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Wednesday 24 May 2023

Standard Tests May Underestimate Severity of Sleep Apnea in Black Patients

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New research suggests current screening methods for sleep apnea may put Black patients at a disadvantage.



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Do Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Cause Hair Loss?

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Experts consider claims that new weight loss medications cause hair loss. They find that hair loss is unlikely and actually more common with bariatric surgery.



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Who Does Your Doctor Work For?

The corporate takeover of health care and why it matters.



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Tuesday 23 May 2023

Donor Hearts From Patients With COVID Tied to Lower Survival

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Heart transplantation centers need to thoroughly evaluate and continue to weigh the risks and benefits of using hearts from active COVID-19 donors because they may offer worse outcomes for the recipients, researchers say.



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