Viral trend has teen boys taking cancer drugs to grow taller, as doctors warn of the risks
Doctors are raising concerns about “heightmaxxing,” an online trend reportedly leading some teenagers to take black-market cancer drugs in hopes of getting taller. The medication drawing attention is erdafitinib, sometimes called “ERDA” or “Erta” online. It is a prescription drug approved for certain cases of advanced bladder cancer. Teenagers, mostly boys, are said to be […]
Doctors resolve debate over drinking coffee before eating and possible health risks
Whether it’s a good idea to drink coffee before eating has become a social media debate. Some posts claim it raises the stress hormone cortisol or harms the stomach lining, but gastroenterologists say coffee on an empty stomach is not generally harmful. One viral claim says coffee can damage the lining that shields the stomach […]
Microsoft’s AI performs better than doctors in a simulated diagnosis test
Microsoft says AI system diagnosed complex medical cases more accurately in a simulation Getting through test after test without a clear explanation for your symptoms can be draining. Microsoft says a new AI system may help doctors work through some of medicine’s more difficult diagnostic cases, though its early results come with important caveats. In […]
Most AI users prefer chatbot guidance to that of doctors, new survey indicates
Research shows that one in seven Americans trust AI chatbots as much as they trust a doctor. A survey involving 1,000 millennial parents and an additional 1,000 individuals from the general population looked into how people utilize AI for health management, whether for themselves or their children, and their understanding of how AI generates its […]
Understanding the Reality: Ways the state can support doctors caring for Medicaid patients
Connecticut Lawmakers Under Pressure to Increase Medicaid Payments With potential federal Medicaid cuts on the horizon, Connecticut lawmakers are feeling the heat to boost payments for doctors and hospitals serving Medicaid patients. Senator Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) shared his thoughts on why it’s crucial for the state to act and expressed hope for bipartisan progress next […]
Doctors note that treating certain CT patients leads to financial strain, which affects access across the state.
Challenges for Medicaid Patients in Connecticut Cassidy Friedl has a vivid memory of the day her son, Luca, was born. Holding him close, she felt a mix of overwhelming joy and disbelief at his chubby cheeks and vibrant orange hair, which would eventually lighten to strawberry blond. But a few months later, something began to […]
Doctors Urge Trump Administration to Address a Dysfunctional System They Believe Let Down Mothers
Medical organizations that support pro-life values, representing a large number of doctors, are urging the Trump administration to take action on policy suggestions aimed at enhancing data reporting concerning abortion and maternal death rates. A coalition led by Americans United for Life (AUL), which is both a legal organization and advocacy group focused on pro-life […]
Doctors and insurers take legal action against Newsom regarding rising health insurance premiums.
IN SUMMARY In June, lawmakers approved a healthcare tax aimed at addressing cuts to federal Medicaid, potentially raising premiums for Californians. In a new lawsuit, the California Medical Association and the California Association of Health Plans argue that this tax contravenes Proposition 35, which voters approved in 2024. On Friday, a group of doctors and […]
Time to Safeguard Our Lawyers, Judges, and Doctors from Progressive Groups
Excitement is brewing as the American Bar Association (ABA) and the American Psychological Association (APA) prepare for a review by the Department of Education’s National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI). This review could potentially challenge the dominance these two organizations hold over their respective fields. In the realm of law, the ABA […]
The most significant overlooked areas of healthy aging according to doctors
A New Perspective on Healthy Aging A recent health report is quite revealing. In the second annual Healthy Aging Survey by U.S. News, experts from various fields—including medical doctors, clinical scientists, registered dietitians, fitness professionals, and specialists in aging—were consulted. They identified some significant “blind spots” that many people overlook when it comes to healthy […]