Ness, Gregory M DDS

57% of U.S. adults have pro-inflammatory diets, increasing risk of cancer, heart disease. Black Americans, men, younger adults, and those with lower education and income are more affected. Anti-inflammatory foods like garlic, ginger, turmeric, and green tea can help, but access and cost are barriers.

Rhenium (186Re) Obisbemeda delivered via CED shows safety, response, and potential efficacy in treating recurrent glioblastoma. Mean Phase 2 absorbed dose was 300 Gy, with 89% of patients exceeding the 100 Gy threshold. The ReSPECT-GBM Phase 1/2 trial has expanded to two new U.S. sites.

Therapy dogs reduced stress and emotional exhaustion among health care workers in surgical and ICU units, according to a study by Ohio State University's Center for Integrative Health. The study, published in the International Journal of Complementary & Alternative Medicine, showed immediate benefits in mood and well-being from brief interactions with therapy dogs.

Many seek weight-loss meds like Wegovy and Zepbound without consulting doctors due to high costs and limited availability, turning to unreliable sources. 1 in 4 surveyed would consider using injectable drugs without a doctor's advice, citing lower cost, lack of insurance coverage, and prescription difficulties. Experts warn of risks from unlicensed pharmacies and emphasize the importance of discussing options with a trusted doctor.

Most parents move kids out of car booster seats too soon, risking injury. 4/5 parents transition kids before they meet size requirements, and 3/4 don't know the 4-foot-9 rule. Booster seats reduce serious injury risk by 45%. Carpooling poses additional safety risks.

The National Science Foundation will establish four research centers to enhance U.S. advanced manufacturing, energy, environment, health, and infrastructure, focusing on CO2 reduction, robotics, domestic rubber production, and sustainable refrigerants. The $104 million initial investment aims to create spinoff companies, patents, and higher education degrees.

myTomorrows and Pancreatic Cancer Europe partner to provide accessible pre-approval treatment info; NIH awards Ohio State University $4.38M for clinician-scientist training; Veridix AI launches protocol digitization; Clinigen acquires Kinesys Consulting; Baylor Genetics and Baylor College of Medicine collaborate on high-risk genetic projects; HCLTech introduces advanced clinical trials and diagnosis solution with Denodo and AWS.

Most Americans (77%) don't know how to help someone in opioid overdose. Naloxone and nalmefene, FDA-approved nasal sprays, can reverse opioid overdoses, but many are uncomfortable using them. Naloxone is available over the counter and from community programs. Administer if someone is unconscious, not breathing, and unresponsive.