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Should you get a PSA screening for prostate cancer?
An expert explains why most doctors now “watch and wait” rather than treat right away
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The truth about penile implants
Erectile dysfunction is a common issue in the United States, but most people aren't aware of a penile prosthesis being a potential, life changing, option. An urologist, who performs these procedures, discusses what to look for in a surgeon, why high volume centers are best and dispels misinformation on the topic.
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Cannabis & older adults: Poll looks at use, beliefs and risk
Many older Americans use cannabis products containing THC for a range of reasons, but a sizable percentage may be taking risks or facing potential addiction.
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Less than 1% of COPD patients receive pulmonary rehab following hospitalization
Rehabilitation can help patients who are recovering from an injury or illness. However, new data suggests patients hospitalized for chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, or COPD, aren't receiving it.
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New law regulating out-of-pocket drug spending saves cancer patients more than $7,000 a year
A study finds that efforts to cap prescription drug spending are yielding significant out-of-pocket savings for these patients.
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Black stroke patients arrive later to hospitals, EMS less likely to notify
Research found that it took approximately 28 minutes longer for a Black patient to be brought in for emergency care after displaying symptoms of a stroke.
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What will it take to make mental health coverage and care better?
Access to mental health care has lagged even as diagnoses have risen; new federal rules aim to increase insurance coverage of care.
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Health Lab
The truth about penile implants
Erectile dysfunction is a common issue in the United States, but most people aren't aware of a penile prosthesis being a potential, life changing, option. An urologist, who performs these procedures, discusses what to look for in a surgeon, why high volume centers are best and dispels misinformation on the topic.
Health Lab
Cannabis & older adults: Poll looks at use, beliefs and risk
Many older Americans use cannabis products containing THC for a range of reasons, but a sizable percentage may be taking risks or facing potential addiction.
man walking on treadmill in open space with person in blue scrubs and scrub hat
Health Lab
Less than 1% of COPD patients receive pulmonary rehab following hospitalization
Rehabilitation can help patients who are recovering from an injury or illness. However, new data suggests patients hospitalized for chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, or COPD, aren't receiving it.
emergency room front doors with sign and blurred motion of people and a vechile
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Black stroke patients arrive later to hospitals, EMS less likely to notify
Research found that it took approximately 28 minutes longer for a Black patient to be brought in for emergency care after displaying symptoms of a stroke.
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Researchers identify factor that drives prostate cancer-causing genes
Researchers have uncovered a key reason why a typically normal protein goes awry and fuels cancer. They found the protein NSD2 alters the function of the androgen receptor, an important regulator of normal prostate development.
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Antibody targeting CD38 enzyme shows positive impact in treating systemic sclerosis
Using the Ab38 antibody to target the CD38 enzyme could be a new gateway to treat and prevent fibrosis for patients with systemic sclerosis.