Study Finds FDA Used Evidence, Not Politics, in Abortion Pill Decisions MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 The abortion pill mifepristone has long been at the center of heated political discussions. But a new review suggests that behind the sce
New Barbie With Autism Aims To Help Kids Feel Seen and Included MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 For many children, toys are more than playthings, they re a way to feel understood. That s the idea behind a new Barbie released this wee
NYC Nurses Launch Largest Strike in City History MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 Thousands of nurses at several major New York City hospitals walked off the job Monday, marking the largest nurses strike the city has ev
Seniors With Dementia Being Prescribed Dangerous Mind-Altering Drugs, Study Says MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 Many seniors with dementia are being put at risk by brain-altering medications linked to falls, confusion and hospitalization, a new stud
Exercise, Diet Can Help Counter Gestational Diabetes MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 Exercising and eating right can help a pregnant woman significantly reduce her risk for gestational diabetes, a new evidence review says.
Blood Test Can Predict Crohn’s Disease, Researchers Say MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 A simple blood test can predict a person s future risk for the GI illness Crohn s disease, a new study says.The test can predict Crohn s
IV Iron Replacement Might Be Easier, More Effective Treatment For Iron Deficiency Anemia MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 Women with iron deficiency anemia caused by heavy menstrual bleeding might be better helped by IV iron replacement compared to supplement
They Spent Hours In A Room Full Of Flu Patients And Walked Out Healthy
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 Stick some flu patients in a confined hotel room with a group of healthy volunteers for hours on end, whiling away the time with conversa
Confused About CPR? Don’t Count On TV Shows For Accurate Depictions, Study Warns MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 13, 2026 How do you perform CPR properly Who s most likely to need CPR Where are they most likely to collapse Don t turn to scripted TV shows for
New Pill Can Report When You’ve Swallowed It MedNews
MONDAY, Jan. 12, 2026 There s a new and somewhat creepy way to make sure people are taking their prescription medications on schedule.Researchers have developed