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AI Chatbots Can Be A Valuable Health Resource For Older Adults—if They Embrace ‘Informed Skepticism’
A report on older adults’ use of AI for health information recommends informed skepticism, source checks and care with private details.
Low-Dose Naltrexone Linked To Some Long COVID Improvements
A Stanford clinic study found symptom and function improvements in 230 patients taking low-dose naltrexone, but cannot show the drug caused them.
Obesity Medications Are Transforming Care. Healthy Habits Must Be Part Of The Treatment Plan
An Athletech News report argues obesity medications should be paired with exercise, nutrition and other support to protect health beyond weight loss.
Baby Aspirin Misses Mark For Primary Cardiovascular Prevention In CKD
In the ATTACK trial, aspirin did not significantly reduce major vascular events in adults with CKD, though non-fatal stroke was lower.
Just Two Drinks A Day May Be Far Riskier Than You Think
A U.S.-focused analysis estimates a 1-in-25 lifetime risk of alcohol-related death at 14 drinks weekly; it found no significant overall health benefit.
I Had No Idea I Had An Increased Risk Of Developing Osteoporosis Until I Tried This Free Quiz—here’s How To Check Your Bone Health
A Fit&Well writer says a free Royal Osteoporosis Society quiz highlighted risk factors, including a past fracture. The tool advises discussing concerns with a clinician.
‘The Cat Is Out Of The Bag’: What We Heard This Week
MedPage Today’s Oct. 25 roundup covered dengue, pregnancy exposure to dupilumab, menopause treatments and other health research.
Patient Death Reported In Multiple Sclerosis CAR-T Study
A participant in a phase I multiple sclerosis CAR-T study died of septic pneumonia 44 days after treatment; the cause is under investigation.
An Accurate Census Protects Our Health
A physician’s commentary warns proposed census changes could weaken population data used for health funding, disease estimates and emergency planning.