Richard Lowenthal, president and CEO of ARS Pharmaceuticals, conducted tests on intranasal epinephrine spray ARS-1 (also known as neffy) under extreme temperatures, prompted by parents who expressed concerns about leaving the EpiPen in the car. This raises questions about the practicality and effectiveness of current emergency medication solutions. Dr. Landon Myer from the University of
The recent discovery in the octopus genome suggests that cephalopods may have the oldest sex chromosomes of any animal. Scientists were previously unsure whether these creatures had a form of sex determination encoded in their genes. Unlike mammals with the XY sex chromosome system, which determines male and female characteristics, the sex determination in octopuses
UnitedHealth Group’s immense financial success in 2023, with nearly $400 billion in revenue and $22.4 billion in profits, raises concerns about its impact on the healthcare industry. Through vertical integration, UHG has created a value-chain monopoly, controlling everything from health insurance to medical services to pharmaceuticals. This consolidation raises questions about the implications for clinicians,
India, known for its cautious approach towards cryptocurrencies, has taken a progressive step towards embracing blockchain technology. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has recently partnered with the renowned Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru to delve into research around emerging technologies such as blockchain and Artificial Intelligence (AI). This collaboration, formalized through