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Month: February 2026

How Close Are We To AI Replacing Doctors In Hospitals?

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Futuristic hospital robot representing AI replacing doctors in hospitals standing in a clinical ward

Artificial intelligence already plays a significant role inside hospitals, mainly in diagnostics, imaging analysis, administrative work, and decision support. However, full replacement of doctors is not close. Current evidence shows AI improves efficiency and diagnostic accuracy when combined with human clinicians, but it still lacks clinical judgment, accountability, and interpersonal skills required in real patient … Read more

Single Dose Of DMT Shows Rapid Relief From Major Depression Symptoms

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Illustration of a woman’s profile with a colorful brain effect representing single dose of DMT and rapid depression relief

A new early-stage clinical trial suggests that a single dose of the psychedelic compound DMT may quickly reduce symptoms of major depressive disorder, especially in patients who have not responded well to traditional treatments. Researchers observed noticeable improvement within one week after administration, with some benefits lasting several months. While the study is still small … Read more

Weight-Loss Injections and Supplements – Do You Really Need Extra Nutrients? Here Is What Experts Say

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Weight-loss injections and supplements shown on a kitchen counter

Weight-loss injections based on GLP-1 drugs have moved fast from specialist diabetes treatment into mainstream weight-loss culture. They appear across social media, pharmacy ads, and wellness discussions almost daily. These medications mimic the hormone glucagon-like peptide-1, which helps control appetite, regulate blood sugar, and slow digestion. The result is simple: people feel full sooner, eat … Read more

Could Lower Protein Intake Help Prevent Liver Cancer? New Research Points to a Possible Link

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A recent study suggests reducing dietary protein may slow liver cancer development in people with impaired liver function, but healthy individuals likely do not need to worry. New research indicates that lowering protein intake could reduce the risk of liver cancer or slow its progression in individuals with liver disease. Scientists from Rutgers University highlight … Read more

Statins May Cause Far Fewer Side Effects Than Feared, Major Oxford Study Finds

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Blister pack of statin tablets placed on a box labeled “Statin 40 mg, 28 tablets”

Large-scale research suggests most commonly listed statin side effects are not actually caused by the drugs, potentially easing concerns for millions of patients. A major analysis led by Oxford researchers has found that statins, widely prescribed cholesterol-lowering medications, do not cause most of the side effects commonly listed in patient information leaflets. The study, published … Read more

Even Schoolwork Can Trigger Asthma in Kids – 9 Hidden Backpack Triggers and How to Avoid Them

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Dust, allergens, heavy books, food residues, and emotional stress can all hide inside a school backpack, and for children with asthma, they may quietly worsen symptoms. Asthma affects roughly one in twelve school-age children and remains one of the leading reasons for school absences. When symptoms are not well controlled, children often struggle academically and … Read more

Different Ages, Different Drugs – Substance Abuse Patterns in the United States

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Substance use in the United States is not evenly distributed across age groups. The strongest national datasets, including SAMHSA National Survey on Drug Use and Health NSDUH 2023, CDC overdose mortality surveillance through 2024, and Monitoring the Future youth surveys, show a consistent pattern: experimentation and binge behaviors peak in late adolescence and young adulthood, … Read more

Hiccups Under Control – 10 Unusual but Effective Tricks That Actually Work

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Man covering his mouth as if trying to stop hiccups against a plain yellow background

From cold water to lemon slices, simple techniques can interrupt the reflex behind hiccups, but persistent cases may signal deeper health issues. Hiccups are a small but irritating diaphragm spasm that produces the familiar “hic” sound. They happen when the diaphragm, the muscle separating the chest and abdomen, contracts involuntarily, causing a sudden intake of … Read more

What Does Ozempic Do to Your Heart? Surprising Study Findings Presented in Los Angeles

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Hand holding an Ozempic box next to a heart model and a stethoscope

A Serbian doctor’s research on Ozempic highlights promising cardiovascular effects, but experts stress careful medical use. A physician from Serbia has made headlines in the scientific community after becoming the first doctor to receive an Excellence Award in Cardiovascular Sciences named in his honor, a rare distinction recognizing significant contributions to medical research. Professor Dr. … Read more

OSHA Rules for Workplace Safety – What Businesses Must Follow

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Three workers wearing hard hats and high-visibility vests stand in an industrial setting under an OSHA logo

Workplace safety in the United States is largely defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The agency sets mandatory standards that businesses must follow to prevent injuries, illnesses, and fatalities at work. The central requirement is simple but far-reaching: employers must provide a workplace free from recognized hazards and must actively manage risks … Read more