Depression

For decades, the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine has been a standard, low-cost immunotherapy for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). However, the century-old vaccine alone does not help all patients achieve remission.…

Linn County has started construction on a new mental health crisis center in Albany designed to provide short-term support for individuals in need of behavioral health assistance. Work began the…

The Princess Jannis Foundation has donated essential items to the Accra Psychiatric Hospital to support the welfare of patients and staff. The donation was led by the Foundation’s Chief Executive…

Montreal’s two pediatric hospitals are struggling with severe overcrowding as a surge in flu cases pushes emergency rooms beyond capacity. Doctors say many of the visits involve mild illnesses that…

The General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) has introduced a series of reforms to the supplemental health coverage and death insurance system managed by the Mohammed VI Foundation for the…

Health and Welfare Minister Jung Eun-kyung said on Dec. 17 that the government will closely examine the financial impact of extending health insurance coverage to hair loss and obesity treatments,…

Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs have helped many people shed pounds, but new research suggests they fall far short of surgery in delivering sustained weight loss. A study by…

Weight loss drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists are best known for lowering blood sugar and reducing body weight. A large new study suggests they may also be linked to…

A group of Kentucky women who survived breast cancer are turning their experiences into a new book aimed at supporting others facing the disease. “All six of us were diagnosed…

Chicken is often considered the safest meat choice. Lighter than red meat and easy to digest, it is frequently recommended as a healthy protein. Many people eat chicken almost every…

Recent advances in liquid biopsy technology are transforming cancer diagnosis and treatment. One of the most promising developments is the use of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to guide therapy in…

Del Valle Independent School District (DVISD) will receive $1,151,269 through the Mental Health Service Professional (MHSP) Demonstration Grant Program, aimed at expanding mental health services and recruiting more providers for…

A Denmark–China exchange seminar on neuropsychiatry was recently held in China, gathering policymakers, medical experts, and industry representatives to boost bilateral collaboration on mental health. Hosted by the Danish Embassy…

Fortis Healthcare on Monday inaugurated a 36-bed in-patient mental health facility, Adayu, in Gurugram, marking the first of 10 such centers the hospital chain plans to establish across India over…

The Free Care Fund at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh ensures that no child is denied medical care. Since 1954, KDKA-TV has supported the fund through its annual holiday telethon,…

A new study from China suggests that a narrative nursing approach can improve emotional well-being and recovery for patients undergoing laparoscopic radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer. Researchers noted that conventional…

Christmas is traditionally a time of indulgence, with festive feasts and treats temporarily suspending routine eating habits. For many, a holiday splurge is part of the seasonal experience, with the…

New research shows that intensive weight loss before colorectal cancer surgery is safe, feasible, and potentially cost-effective for patients with excess weight. The findings come from the multicenter CARE trial,…

Lawmakers are once again locked in a familiar fight over the future of the Affordable Care Act. This time, however, the stalemate is unfolding during open enrollment, leaving millions of…

The cost of employer-provided health insurance has increased three times faster than workers’ earnings over the past 25 years, according to a new study from Rice University that helps explain…