July 10, 2025

HHS Scraps Preventive Care Panel Meeting

HHS unexpectedly canceled a meeting of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, prompting fears it may be dismantled following similar moves by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at other federal health agencies.

Conexiant

July 10, 2025

Genetic Traits Influence Children’s Food Preferences

A new study presented at the ADA’s 85th Scientific Sessions links genetic predisposition for macronutrient preference with childhood intake of sugary drinks and fast food.

Conexiant

July 10, 2025

1 in 4 US Infants Missing Bifidobacterium: Study

Babies who lacked this key gut bacteria were at an increased risk of eczema, allergies, and asthma by age 2.

Conexiant

July 09, 2025

E. coli Upcycle Turns Plastic to Pills

Scientists engineered E. coli to perform a synthetic chemical reaction that enables the conversion of plastic waste into the common drug paracetamol using a non-toxic, phosphate-driven process inside living cells.

Conexiant

July 09, 2025

Barbie Gets CGM and Insulin Pump

Mattel launches first Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes, featuring a continuous glucose monitor and insulin pump, to expand medical representation.

Conexiant

July 08, 2025

Natural Cycle Beats HRT in FET Outcomes

A randomized trial found that using a natural cycle to prepare the endometrium for frozen embryo transfer in ovulatory women led to higher live birth rates and fewer complications compared to hormone replacement therapy.

Conexiant

July 03, 2025

Celiac, Thyroid Diseases Linked to Diabetes Risk

A large US-based study found that people with celiac disease, hyperthyroidism, or hypothyroidism face a two- to threefold increased risk of developing type 1 diabetes, with the highest risk seen in children.

Conexiant

July 02, 2025

Metabolic Syndrome Strongly Linked to Oral Diseases

New research highlights strong associations between metabolic syndrome and several oral diseases—including periodontitis, caries, and peri-implantitis—calling for more longitudinal studies to explore causation and improve patient care.

Conexiant

June 30, 2025

Can Typos Change a Diagnosis?

Large language models used in clinical decision-making may offer different treatment recommendations depending on how a patient writes their message—even when the medical facts remain unchanged.

Conexiant