Lorundrostat, a novel aldosterone synthase inhibitor, lowered blood pressure among adults with uncontrolled hypertension in a phase 3 trial, including in treatment-resistant cases. Adverse events tended to be mild and resolved without intervention, the investigators reported.

Hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia remains a widespread concern for patients across the globe, as it severely affects their quality of life and self-esteem. With deeper insights into the biological mechanisms behind hair loss, a broader range of interventions are becoming

“One of the most universally accepted beliefs around the world,” said Brad Spellberg, MD, chief medical officer at Los Angeles General Medical Center, “is that when you take antibiotics, you must complete the prescribed course — 7, 10, or 14 days — even after you start feeling

Perinatal Mental Health—Dr Stephanie de Giorgio's Guidelines Live Session.

Body fat percentage (BF%) may be a better predictor of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in individuals aged 20-49 years than BMI, according to a new study published in the Annals of Family Medicine. Researchers suggested that clinicians more widely adopt the tool used in

"Medical spas blur the lines between medicine and aesthetic treatments, but when procedures go wrong, patients and primary care physicians bear the consequences.

The mood-boosting effects of viewing art are well-known, but new brain scan research on what is known as Beholder’s Share — as well as a more rigorous review of existing data showing the mental health benefits of viewing art — suggested that art’s influence on our own creativity,

A sustained drop in body mass index during midlife is associated with a 19% reduction in all-cause mortality over a 35-year follow-up.

New research from the National Institutes of Health RECOVER initiative, the largest observational study to date, confirms what many have long suspected: Women face a significantly higher risk of developing long COVID than men. While men are more likely to experience severe acute

For most medical school graduates, the transition from student to practicing physician brings both professional fulfillment and a sobering financial reality. Federal and state programs are designed to help new physicians deal with medical debt, in some cases wiping out loan

HPV Screening and Early Diagnosis of Cervical Cancer—Dr Toni Hazell's Guidelines Live Session.

Reflecting on powerful encounters with patients may help doctors find meaning in their work and reduce burnout.

The two-dose vaccine has been shown to have benefits beyond just developing shingles. The two-dose vaccine could also be more important for patients at risk for cardiovascular problems. Research released last month shows patients who get the vaccine have a 23% lower risk for all

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How close are we to restoring vision?. In Ep 8 of #HearFromHer, biotech CEO Sulagna Bhattacharya & retinal specialist Prof. Usha Chakravarthy discuss innovation, leadership & equity in eye care.

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Researchers in France have developed an antibody that blocks AMH, reversing PCOS symptoms in mice and opening the door to future human trials.

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Analysis of gut microbiota in early pregnancy (11-13 weeks) reveals distinct microbial signatures that predict gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) with 98% accuracy, offering potential for early diagnosis. Researchers identified significant differences in microbial composition