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How does the immune system work? Scientists seeking the answer share Nobel Prize in Medicine

By Richard Payerchin

October 6th 2025

Research into regulatory T cells sets groundwork for treatments for cancer, other diseases.

Bringing empathy back: Why human connection is critical to health care outcomes

By Maninder “Mini” Kahlon, PhD

October 3rd 2025

How PCPs can deliver relief to patients with this chronic GI condition today

By Mark Pimentel, MD

October 2nd 2025

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Can I pay for your suffering?

By Todd Shryock

September 30th 2025

Medicare beneficiaries face higher costs, near-universal prior authorization for GLP-1 drugs

By Austin Littrell

September 24th 2025

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National Academy of Medicine proposes common definition of long COVID

Richard Payerchin

June 11th 2024

Report says lack of agreement over definition creates a challenge for patient, physicians, researchers and policy makers.

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CPR awareness; physicians and gun violence; poison out of control – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

June 11th 2024

The top news stories in medicine today.

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FDA vs. MDMA; home health aide health; illegal opioid sales – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

June 10th 2024

The top news stories in medicine today.

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As cannabis use grows, primary care needs to integrate screening for patients

Richard Payerchin

June 6th 2024

Study examines reasons and relative low rates of screening for patient use of the drug.

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Lawmakers urge updated stronger guidelines on chronic kidney disease screening

Richard Payerchin

June 5th 2024

CKD has become 10th leading cause of death nationally.

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Sleep apnea increases risk of future hospitalization for older adults

Richard Payerchin

June 4th 2024

Findings to be presented in national conference this week.

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Dietary counseling lacking in treatment for heart patients

Richard Payerchin

June 4th 2024

Researchers say ‘tremendous’ results are possible with dietary changes, but few patients get nutrition information.

Costs of social drivers of health; fast on their feet; cultural contributions – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 20th 2024

The top news stories in medicine today.

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Devices using AI; state bans on menthol cigarettes; physical activity and depression – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 17th 2024

The top news stories in medicine today.

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American life expectancy: What happens next?

Richard Payerchin

May 16th 2024

Expert panel discusses advances, declines, and possible future of life longevity in the United States.

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Risk of drowning death; carcinogens in cars; big-dollar health care fraud – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 15th 2024

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Mourning a history maker; waiting for emergency help; LSD as medicine – Morning Medical Update

May 15th 2024

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Medicare's Alzheimer's math is fuzzy -- but critics are missing the bigger picture

Marvell Adams Jr. ;Kenneth E. Thorpe, PhD

May 14th 2024

The Biden administration recently warned that Medicare could spend $3.5 billion on a new category of Alzheimer's drugs in 2025 alone – a figure vastly higher than what experts in the field predict – leading many to question the math.

Recovery after a shooting; regulating biotechnology; presidential politics and health care – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 13th 2024

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Parasite in a presidential contender; pollution in the kitchen; studying food allergies in infants – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 10th 2024

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Rural health care falling behind nationally, and action is needed now, AMA president-elect says

Richard Payerchin

Published: May 9th 2024 | Updated: May 9th 2024

Physicians must lead the charge for legislative changes that will help them treat rural patients disproportionately suffering from ill health.

TB emergency; parents lost to overdose; handwashing for good – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 9th 2024

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Overseeing the nation’s hearts; hospital operator bankruptcy; male breast cancer – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 7th 2024

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ACA helps patients get access to better cancer care

Richard Payerchin

May 6th 2024

Pennsylvania study examines treatment before and after federal law regarding health insurance, Medicaid expansion.

Breast cancer screening; sleep and the brain; equity in medicine – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 3rd 2024

The top news stories in medicine today.

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Beyond blame: Treating obesity as a complex chronic condition

L. Kenneth Zweig, M.D.

May 2nd 2024

A crucial shift is underway—from viewing obesity solely as a personal failing to recognize it as a nuanced medical condition deserving of comprehensive treatment strategies.

Heart disease like cancer; medical misinformation; COVID-19 fraud – Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 2nd 2024

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Suicide prevention plan; advising FDA; HIV and ‘vampire facials’– Morning Medical Update

Richard Payerchin

May 1st 2024

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