Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD
FDA Issues 47 Medical Device Safety Alerts in 2024, Highlighting Critical Patient Safety Risks
The FDA issued 47 medical device safety communications in 2024, demonstrating enhanced post-market surveillance capabilities. These alerts cover critical care…
FDA Issues Early Alert for Insulin Pump Leak Risk in Omnipod Devices
FDA issues early alert for Omnipod insulin pump pods due to tubing tears causing insulin leakage. Healthcare providers advised to…
New Supported Housing Scheme Reduces Homelessness Risk for Care Leavers by 40%
New supported housing schemes reduce homelessness risk by 40% for young people leaving care, with significant improvements in mental health…
Gut Parasites May Manipulate Human Behavior, New Research Suggests
New research explores how gut parasites may influence human behavior through complex biochemical pathways. Studies suggest these organisms could affect…
Multi-Cancer Screening Test Fails Primary Endpoint but Reveals Promising Early Detection Signals
World's largest multi-cancer detection trial fails primary mortality endpoint but reveals important early detection capabilities. SUMMIT study with 140,000 participants…
Longevity Science Takes Center Stage at Bay Area Festival as Industry Seeks Mainstream Appeal
The longevity science industry is using festival formats to engage mainstream audiences and build acceptance for life extension research. Bay…
Argentine Biochemist Daniela Hozbor Advances Global Pertussis Vaccine Research
Argentine biochemist Dr. Daniela Hozbor combines molecular research with vaccine development to address global pertussis challenges. Her work bridges laboratory…
Second Medical Opinions: When and How Patients Should Seek Additional Expertise
Research shows second medical opinions lead to changes in diagnosis or treatment in 15-30% of cases. Healthcare experts explain when…