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Colleen Fleiss

Colleen is a well-versed medical writer, who has written on various medical topics. She writes under her pen name contributing news to Medindia.

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Deep-Sea Docs: South Korea Casts a Telemedicine Net for Maritime Health

Deep-Sea Docs: South Korea Casts a Telemedicine Net for Maritime Health

South Korea is expanding telemedicine services via satellite to support 4,500 deep-sea vessel crew members.

Research News
ADHD, Aging, and Brain Iron: Insights into Attention and Cognitive Decline

ADHD, Aging, and Brain Iron: Insights into Attention and Cognitive Decline

Increased brain iron and NfL levels in adults with ADHD may signal a higher risk of neurodegeneration, highlighting the need for further research.

Health Watch
When the Heart Struggles, the Brain May Follow: Early Clues to Cognitive Decline

When the Heart Struggles, the Brain May Follow: Early Clues to Cognitive Decline

The meta-analysis found that heart dysfunction, especially diastolic problems, could be associated with reduced brain volume and cognitive decline.

Health Watch
Who is Responsible When AI Fails in Medicine?

Who is Responsible When AI Fails in Medicine?

A new brief highlights the challenges of AI in healthcare, emphasizing the need for organizational support to prevent physician burnout and errors.

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Diabetes Drug Semaglutide Reduces Heart Attacks and Strokes

Diabetes Drug Semaglutide Reduces Heart Attacks and Strokes

Semaglutide, a diabetes drug, significantly lowers the risk of heart attacks and strokes in people with type 2 diabetes.

Drug News