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MIRA, an autonomous AI agent tested in a sandboxed electronic health record, diagnosed 574 real emergency department cases with 88.9% accuracy and outperformed physicians in a matched 311-case comparison. The system ordered tests, generated medication plans, and made admission decisions in simulation, but the authors stress that prospective validation, governance, and physician oversight are stil…

A new study led by researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso found that use of weight loss drugs like Ozempic and other GLP-1s is associated with a lower risk of developing alcohol, opioid, nicotine and cocaine use disorders.

Researchers created a DIA-MS atlas of 13,609 proteins across 2,856 samples from fetal, healthy adult, paired non-tumor, and tumor tissues. The resource maps tissue-specific protein patterns, cancer-associated changes, organ-specific drug-toxicity signals, and candidate therapeutic targets.

Global health policymakers should focus on the way entire healthcare systems work together - improving one element does not always create better outcomes if the wider system is not ready.

Creatine, the organic acid that is popularly taken as a supplement by athletes and bodybuilders, supercharges a critical class of immune cells that activate and prepare the body’s key cancer-fighters, according to new UCLA research.

An international survey has highlighted major gaps in cardio-oncology training, despite its increasing clinical importance. These results were presented at ESC Cardio-Oncology 2026, the second annual conference of the European Society of Cardiology's Council of Cardio-Oncology.

Nearly half of Americans with kidney failure who are referred for transplantation never begin the process required to be considered for a new organ, a new study shows, while less than a fifth actually complete the assessment and get on the waitlist.

Former Top Gear host urges others to get tested after revealing diagnosis in fifth season of Clarkson’s Farm Jeremy Clarkson says he is officially in remission from prostate cancer, less than a week after revealing he had an “aggressive” form of the disease in the final episodes of Clarkson’s Farm’s fifth season, which were filmed in 2025. “I am without a doubt, officially, the world’s luckiest m…

Veterans who worked in high-blast occupations, such as artillery or weapons training, show higher rates of anger and aggression. Using artificial intelligence to scan medical records, researchers found this occupational exposure carries a distinct behavioral risk.

Yo-yo dieters who struggle to lose weight and keep it off may achieve better results by following an intermittent fasting diet, rather than traditional calorie counting. An Adelaide University study focusing on the psychological aspects of both intermittent fasting and calorie restriction, compared the effects both diets had on eating behaviours, mood, sleep and quality […] The post Can’t stick t…

Scientists have long known that getting enough sleep is important for brain health. Poor sleep has been linked to problems with memory, concentration, and mood. Over the past several years, researchers have also discovered that sleep may play an important role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. Now, a […] The post How Sleep and AQP4 Gene Variants May Shap…

Joint pain and stiffness are becoming increasingly common as populations age. Millions of people around the world live with painful joints caused by injuries, arthritis, or simple wear and tear over time. For many, the pain can make everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or even getting out of bed difficult. Current treatments often […] The post Gentle Sound Waves Become a New Way …

The Gemini -based research system matched primary care physicians overall across 100 simulated multi-visit cases but remains outside clinical use. Google Research and Google DeepMind have tested AMIE's ability to manage health conditions across multiple simulated patient appointments. Google Research and Google DeepMind have extended the Articulate Medical Intelligence Explorer (AMIE) from one-of…

For many older adults, glucosamine is a familiar name. The supplement is widely advertised as a way to support joint health and ease pain from arthritis. Because it is sold without a prescription and has been used by millions of people for years, many consumers view it as a safe and natural product. However, new […] The post Common Arthritis Supplement Linked to Faster Alzheimer’s Development app…

A new Review reveals how aging can push the immune system into a paradoxical state, weaker against threats yet more prone to attacking the body’s own tissues.

The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) and its long-running follow-up, the Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study...

Scientific Reports, Published online: 21 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-43313-1 Preclinical evaluation of the newly developed carina platform in robotic-assisted proctectomy with porcine and cadaveric models

A new study reveals that recalling a lost loved one physically spikes blood pressure. For those struggling with prolonged grief, the cardiovascular system fails to recover normally, suggesting an enduring link between emotional trauma and physical heart health.

Part of Teaching an AI Agent to Make Beautiful Charts Health insurers turn down a lot of claims, and they do not all turn them down at the same rate. In 2024, the largest plans sold on the Affordable Care Act marketplace denied anywhere from 13% to 35% of the in-network claims their members filed. Whether your claim got paid depended a lot on whose name was on your card. Claim denials are back in…