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Craniocervical junction dural arteriovenous fistulas (CCJ-DAVFs) are tricky blood vessel issues that can be tough to detect and cure. A recent study looked into two common treatments: surgery and a procedure called endovascular therapy. They wanted to see which one worked better. To do this, they ga

How Patients with Shoulder Pain Choose Treatments

Shoulder pain can be a real bummer. One common type is subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS). There are lots of treatments out there, but they all have small to moderate effects. This means it can be tough for patients and healthcare providers to pick the best one. A recent study wanted to find out what

Heart Health in Aging: Old Drugs, New Hope

Heart disease isn’t just an old-age issue. Middle-aged folks are at risk too, thanks to factors like extra weight, lack of exercise, and stress. As we hit 65, our bodies change, and we’ve been exposed to risks for longer, making heart trouble more likely. Doctors are exploring drugs originally desig

Insulin Resensitization: A Cost-Saving Approach for Diabetic Kidney Patients

Imagine you're managing diabetes and also dealing with chronic kidney disease. That's a double whammy! But what if there was a treatment that could help manage both conditions and save you some cash? That's where physiologic insulin resensitization (PIR) comes in. PIR is like a smart trick to make y

crypto

Trump's Crypto Adventure: A New Wave of Risk and Controversy

President Donald Trump's latest venture into the crypto world has sparked a mix of excitement and concern. Just days before his inauguration, he launched a memecoin called $TRUMP. In a short time, it skyrocketed, making him a crypto billionaire overnight. However, the hype around this coin has raise

Missed Appointments in Veterans' Healthcare

Ever wondered why some healthcare appointments are left empty? In the Veterans Affairs Health Care System, these unused slots can affect patient care and clinic operations. But how often does this happen? And why? Let's dive into the world of primary care to find out. First, let's talk numbers. The

Boosting Kidney Health: The Promise of Nicotinamide Riboside and CoQ10

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a sneaky condition that quietly damages your kidneys over time. Mitochondria, the tiny energy factories in our cells, can go haywire in CKD, leading to oxidative stress and inflammation. Some researchers thought, "What if we can fix these factories? " So, they tested

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Why is Abu Dhabi’s MGX Investing in Trump’s AI Dream?

Newly elected US President Donald Trump kicked off his term with a bang. He announced a $100 billion plan to fund artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The plan had some big tech players on board, like OpenAI, SoftBank Group Corp. , and Oracle Corp. But there was a surprise name in the mix—MG

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China Boosts Stock Market with New Investment Rules

China's financial regulators have introduced a series of measures to encourage big state-owned funds and insurers to buy more stocks. The aim is to support a struggling stock market. On Thursday, the chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, Wu Qing, announced that large insurance comp

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Trump's Davos Pitch: Invest in US or Face Tariffs