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Vaccine hesitancy linked to structural barriers rather than personal choice7:27 A Simon Fraser University study is pushing back against the "easy narrative" that not getting vaccinated is entirely a personal decision. Higher intake of ultra processed foods linked to weaker bones6:56 From flavored yogurts to frozen pizzas, breakfast cereals and instant oats, ultra-processed foods are convenient, often cheaper items designed for a quick bite. Study links prior authorization to delayed heart failure prescriptions6:55 Prior authorization, a process that requires physicians to obtain approval from health care insurers before certain treatments are covered, may keep patients from filling prescriptions for two critical heart failure drugs, a new study shows. MUSC’s new manual for navigating dementia6:24 For an estimated 11% of Americans over age 65 who have dementia and the over 11 million unpaid caregivers supporting them, there is no instruction manual for navigating life after diagnosis. A team of College of Nursing researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina is working to fill that gap. Study finds keto diet strengthens the brain against epilepsy5:52 Published in The Lancet Neurology, a new review from the University of Colorado Anschutz in collaboration with UT Southwestern Medical Center, offers the latest scientific explanations for why ketogenic diets reduce seizures in people with epilepsy. International urology conference showcases advancements in prostate cancer diagnostics5:19 Nearly 300 abstracts on prostate cancer research from around the world will be presented at the European Association of Urology Congress (EAU26), taking place in London from 13–16 March 2026. Escalating Middle East conflict places severe strain on regional health systems3:41 More than ten days into the latest escalation of conflict in the Middle East, health systems across the Region are coming under strain as injuries and displacement rise, attacks on health care continue, and public health risks increase. Experts call for stricter regulation of invasive cosmetic procedures3:41 The rise in invasive cosmetic procedures demands tighter regulation, better consumer protection, and greater awareness to protect patient safety and reduce cosmetic tourism, argue experts in The BMJ today. Most older adults in England believe climate change poses serious future risks3:09 Six out of 10 older people in England view climate change as a serious risk, with only one in 17 (5.8%) dismissive of climate change concerns, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers. Parents struggle when teens gain control over health decisions at 163:09 When young people reach the age of 16, parents no longer have access to their child’s health information. For many families, this change comes unexpectedly. |