Research conducted by University of North Carolina School of Medicine has discovered two subtypes of the disease - with different gene expressions and clinical features - that may reveal why such variations in disease progression surface between patients.
The upcoming drama "Doctors" has revealed individual photos of the characters who are taking the lead roles.
Former San Diego Chargers doctor Dr. David Chao is facing yet another accusation filed by California State Medical Board over unprofessional conduct and gross negligence over his care of NFL Hall of Famer and now deceased Junior Seau. Seau was reportedly having depression and sleep deprivation issues but Chao still prescribed him sleep drug Ambien.
A new study found that most healthcare professionals do not follow standard procedure of gown-removal.
The survey of 500 healthcare professionals found that 83 percent reported working when they knew they shouldn't.
As part of its five-year road map, China aims to double the number of doctors by 2020. This plan is aimed at addressing the growing health threats of the country.
Many doctors are still hesitant to disclose the full diagnosis to patients with Alzheimer's disease. The hesitatation is said to be caused by fear that the information might bring distress to patients and his/her family.
At the event 'Spring Forward,' Apple announced a new open source project to help research into chronic health conditions.
Doctors from the United Kingdom have successfully transplanted the organs from a newborn infant into two separate recipients.
