Working with a blend of AI tools and avatars, Daniel Kraft sees dramatic changes in how future clinicians will interact with patients. Medscape
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Steroids in Pregnancy May Heighten Autism, ADHD Risk in Child
Another piece of research added to the nuance on whether to prescribe glucocorticoids to people who are pregnant. Medscape Medical News
Simple Retinal Scan May Help Predict Stroke Risk
Researchers have uncovered vascular “fingerprints” in the eye that are strongly associated with increased risk for stroke. Medscape Medical News
GLP-1s: Good News, Bad News
Big data show surprising outcomes of GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy. Dr F. Perry Wilson comments. Medscape
‘Alarming Disparities’ in Cancer Trends and Shift to Women, Younger Adults
Annual cancer statistics report identifies persistent racial and ethnic disparities and increases in certain cancers in women and younger adults. Medscape Medical News
Hidradenitis Suppurativa Linked to Higher Uveitis Risk
Adults with hidradenitis suppurativa were at a greater risk for noninfectious uveitis than control individuals, which increased with comorbidities and age, according to a study. Medscape Medical News
Cataract Surgery May Cause Dry Eye, Indicates Meta-Analysis
Certain symptoms of dry eye can last for as long as 3 months after cataract surgery, a new meta-analysis found. Medscape Medical News
The Real Reason Ultraprocessed Foods Are Ruining Our Health
A new machine learning algorithm provides a ‘food processing score’ for every food on grocery store shelves, but will it lead to healthier eating? Medscape
HDL and Eye Disease: A Goldilocks Effect?
High and low levels of high-density lipoprotein and a novel single-nucleotide polymorphism were found to be associated with an increased risk for age-related macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
Change Makers: Richard Francis on the Pillars of Innovation
One in every 13 prescriptions in the US is a generic from Teva. Now, CEO Richard Francis is focusing on drug development, delivering better medications faster. Medscape
High Dose Atropine Curbs Myopia in Kids Despite Side Effects
Children with myopia receiving 0.05% atropine showed less progression of the eye condition and axial elongation than those receiving placebo, according to 3-year results of the MOSAIC trial. Medscape Medical News
New Health Cybersecurity Rule: What Docs Should Know
A proposed federal rule would require hospitals and physicians’ groups to beef up health cybersecurity measures to protect patient privacy and prevent ransomware attacks. Some changes could be expensive, experts said. Medscape Medical News
Inventory System Supplier Settles Anti-Kickback Claim
A specialty pharmacy company agreed to a $1.67 million settlement that it gave inventory management systems to retina specialty practices for free in exchange for drug orders. Medscape Medical News
New Therapy Brings Hope for Dry AMD Vision Loss
The FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind treatment for dry age–related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in adults over 55. WebMD Health News
Early Patching Benefits Kids Born With Cataract in One Eye
Consistent daily patching in the first year after surgery improved visual acuity in children with a congenital cataract in one eye, according to a post hoc analysis of the Infant Aphakia Treatment Study. Medscape Medical News
Dry January: Should Doctors Make It Year-Round?
Have sobering studies on alcohol caused physicians to drink less themselves or changed the way doctors counsel patients on booze? The answer is complicated. Medscape Medical News
Osteoporosis Medications Linked to Acute Angle Closure Risk
Patients with osteoporosis who took bisphosphonates, especially risedronate, were at a higher risk of developing acute angle closure, a recent study found. Medscape Medical News
Medscape 2050: The Future of Medicine
As Medscape marks its 30th anniversary, we are collaborating with physicians, scientists, and futurists to envision the future of medicine in the year 2050. Medscape
“I Had No Words”: The Patient Gifts Doctors Never Forget
These doctors were surprised and moved by very personal gifts given to them by grateful patients. Enjoy some good vibes this holiday season. Medscape
Study Finds Association Between Statins and Glaucoma
People with high cholesterol taking statins have a higher prevalence of glaucoma than those with elevated cholesterol but not taking the drug, a study found. Medscape Medical News