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Study Finds Treating Hearing Loss May Reduce Dementia Risk

Study Finds Treating Hearing Loss May Reduce Dementia Risk

A study conducted by researchers at Columbia University and the University of Utah has found that treating certain types of conductive hearing loss may reduce the risk of dementia. The study analyzed data from over 363,000 participants in the NIH's All of Us Research Program. It identified that conditions like eardrum perforations and cholesteatoma are linked to nearly double the odds of developing dementia. However, when these conditions were treated with surgery or hearing aids, the elevated dementia risk significantly decreased or disappeared. The study highlights the importance of addressing hearing loss to potentially protect cognitive health.
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FDA Urges Over 2,200 Sponsors to Disclose Clinical Trial Results, Addresses Publication Bias

FDA Urges Over 2,200 Sponsors to Disclose Clinical Trial Results, Addresses Publication Bias

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reminded more than 2,200 medical product companies and researchers to submit clinical trial results to ClinicalTrials.gov. The agency highlights the issue of publication bias, where negative trial results are often not disclosed, leading to a skewed perception of drug efficacy and safety. The FDA's initiative aims to ensure transparency and improve public access to clinical data. The agency has sent messages to companies and researchers to encourage voluntary compliance with reporting requirements, emphasizing the ethical obligation to disclose all trial outcomes.
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Texas attorney general probes Lululemon over potential 'forever chemicals' in its activewear

Texas attorney general probes Lululemon over potential 'forever chemicals' in its activewear

April 13 (Reuters) - Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into athleisure brand Lululemon over the potential presence of "forever chemicals" in its activewear, he said on Monday in a post on social-media platform X.
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UC Davis Receives NIH Grant to Study Latino Dementia Risk

UC Davis Receives NIH Grant to Study Latino Dementia Risk

UC Davis has been awarded nearly $16 million by the National Institute of Health to investigate the higher risk of dementia among Latinos. The study aims to uncover the factors contributing to this increased risk, potentially leading to targeted interventions and improved healthcare strategies for Latino communities. The research will focus on understanding the biological, social, and environmental influences on brain health within this demographic, addressing a critical gap in dementia research.
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UC Davis Receives $16 Million Grant to Study Latino Dementia Risk

UC Davis Receives $16 Million Grant to Study Latino Dementia Risk

UC Davis has been awarded nearly $16 million by the National Institute of Health to investigate why Latinos are at a higher risk of developing dementia. This research aims to uncover the underlying factors contributing to this increased risk, which could include genetic, environmental, or lifestyle influences. The study will focus on understanding the specific challenges faced by the Latino community in relation to brain health and dementia, potentially leading to more targeted prevention and treatment strategies.
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FDA's Transparency Policy on Complete Response Letters Enhances Biopharma Accountability

FDA's Transparency Policy on Complete Response Letters Enhances Biopharma Accountability

FDA's Transparency Policy on Complete Response Letters Enhances Biopharma Accountability
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Mail-order dominates US abortion pill dispensing

Mail-order dominates US abortion pill dispensing

By Ahmed Aboulenein WASHINGTON, April 13 (Reuters) - U.S. pharmacies are largely filling prescriptions for the abortion pill mifepristone via mail-order in states permitting telehealth access to the medication, despite a 2023 FDA decision allowing retail pharmacies to dispense the drug, according to
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Northwestern Medicine Hosts Event to Address Black Maternal Health in Chicago

Northwestern Medicine Hosts Event to Address Black Maternal Health in Chicago

Northwestern Medicine is organizing a free open house event in Chicago focused on improving Black maternal health. The event will feature discussions on various women's health topics, a question-and-answer panel with obstetricians and gynecologists, and a tour of the labor and delivery floor. Dr. Jacqueline Hairston, a maternal fetal medicine specialist, will join Marissa Perlman to discuss strategies and initiatives aimed at enhancing maternal health outcomes for Black women. This initiative is part of a broader effort to address disparities in maternal health care and outcomes, particularly among Black women who face higher risks during pregnancy and childbirth.
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Toxic Airborne Chemical MCCPs Detected in U.S. for First Time

Toxic Airborne Chemical MCCPs Detected in U.S. for First Time

Researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder have detected Medium Chain Chlorinated Paraffins (MCCPs) in the air in Oklahoma, marking the first such discovery in the U.S. MCCPs are industrial chemicals used as flame retardants and plasticizers, often found in wastewater and biosolid fertilizers. The study, published in ACS Environmental Au Journal, involved continuous air monitoring using a nitrate chemical ionization mass spectrometer. The detection of MCCPs, which share properties with regulated Short Chain Chlorinated Paraffins (SCCPs), raises concerns about their environmental persistence and potential health risks.
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Hearing aids can seem like a big step. This NYC Ballet principal dancer doesn't regret taking it

Hearing aids can seem like a big step. This NYC Ballet principal dancer doesn't regret taking it

Many adults who could benefit from hearing aids don't use them
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Georgia's Restrictive Midwifery Laws Face Legal Challenge Amid Maternal Health Crisis

Georgia's Restrictive Midwifery Laws Face Legal Challenge Amid Maternal Health Crisis

In Georgia, a lawsuit has been filed by the Center for Reproductive Rights challenging the state's restrictive midwifery laws. The lawsuit, representing midwives like Tamara Taitt, seeks to decriminalize certain midwifery practices and remove physician oversight requirements for nurse-midwives. Georgia's laws are among the strictest in the U.S., allowing only certified nurse-midwives to practice, which excludes other trained midwives. This legal action comes amid a maternal health crisis in Georgia, where many counties lack obstetrics providers, and maternal health deserts are prevalent.
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Experts Warn Against Risks of Consuming Bagged Lettuce

Experts Warn Against Risks of Consuming Bagged Lettuce

Experts Warn Against Risks of Consuming Bagged Lettuce