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1. Doctors talk about President Trump’s ‘miraculous’ survival
In the wake of former President Donald Trump surviving an assassination attempt at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Dr. Mark Siegel emphasized how rare it is for a bullet from a high-powered rifle to graze a person. Click here to read the article.
The morning after former President Donald Trump survived the assassination attempt, Dr. Mark Siegel called it amazing that Trump escaped death, “especially considering that the injury was right next to an area of the brain that is more than 95% certain to be fatal if shot to the brain.” (Fox News, Getty Images)
2. Public health implications of the assassination attempt on President Trump
Fox News Digital spoke with two mental health experts about how the attack on President Trump, which left one person dead and three injured, could have far-reaching psychological effects. Click here to read the article.
The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on Saturday, July 13, shocked the entire United States and the world, affecting public figures and ordinary citizens alike. (Getty Images)
3. How do cognitive tests work and what do they reveal?
Since President Biden’s “terrible” presidential debate, doctors have been brainstorming about potential signs of cognitive decline, and as calls for testing grow, experts are clarifying what this actually means. Click here to read the article.
President Biden’s lackluster debate performance has sparked new concerns about his mental abilities, leading people across the political spectrum to urge the president to take a cognitive ability test. (Getty Images, iStock)
4. Stiff-person syndrome sufferers one step closer to new drug
Kyverna Therapeutics’ new drug KYV-101 has been granted Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the company announced. Here are some details to that effect: Click here to read the article.
Carrie Robinette, left, was diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome in 2023. The FDA granted KYV-101 Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation last Monday. (Carrie Robinette, iStock)
5. Study finds chemotherapy drugs may have surprising side effects
A study from the University of South Florida and Indiana University found that cancer drugs are linked to hearing loss, and researchers and doctors discussed the level of risk and offered advice for patients. Click here to read the article.
Of the study participants, whose average age was 48, 78% reported experiencing “significant difficulties in everyday listening situations.” (iStock)
6. More adults are worried about the availability of Medicare and Social Security
A recent Gallup poll found that American adults are more concerned than ever about whether they’ll get their Medicare and Social Security benefits when they need them. Click here to read the article.
A Gallup poll released last month found that 75% of adults under 65 said they were “worried” or “very worried” about losing access to Medicare. (iStock)
7. Mayo Clinic discovers new type of memory loss
The newly identified syndrome is very similar to Alzheimer’s disease but progresses less quickly and has a “good prognosis.” Cognitive experts shared what this means for dementia patients. Click here to read the article.
Limbic Predominant Amnesic Neurodegenerative Syndrome (LANS) affects the limbic system of the brain, which helps regulate emotions and behavior. (iStock)
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8. “Is it safe to swim underwater with your eyes open?”
On this week’s Ask the Doctor, an ophthalmologist explains the risks of swimming with your eyes open and offers tips for protecting your eyes underwater. Click here to read the article.
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Top health stories this week include concerns about cognitive testing, the potential psychological impact of the assassination attempt on Trump, and doctors’ thoughts on Trump’s injuries. (Getty Images)
