USA: Higher lipoprotein (a) levels are associated with an increased atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk, including in patients with diabetes in a large US pooled cohort, a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology has shown. “The heightened risk with Lp(a) was observed in women and men, in non-Black and […]
Italy: A recent study published in the European Journal of Pediatrics has shown continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to be a promising tool for individualizing nutritional strategies in preterm infants during the first weeks of birth. The study found that macronutrient intakes influence neonatal glucose profile as described by CGM and might contribute to adjusting nutritional […]
Lower urinary tract symptoms are significantly associated with anxiety suggests a study published in the Prostate International. Patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) often experience comorbid depression and anxiety, yet the mechanisms underlying this association remain incompletely understood. This prospective study aimed to investigate the relationship between depression, anxiety, and LUTS in men. A […]
A new study sheds light on the impact of delayed appendicitis diagnosis on hospital care costs, revealing implications for healthcare reimbursement policies and disparities in patient care. Delayed diagnosis of appendicitis is associated with adverse outcomes, prolonged hospital stays, and increased likelihood of readmissions. Despite evidence of disparities in diagnosis rates, hospitals serving minority populations […]
Surface pre-reacted glass-ionomer filler containing topical applications may prevent caries suggests a study published in the Journal of Dentistry. The objective of this systematic review was to assess the efficacy of topical applications containing surface pre-reacted glass-ionomer filler on dental hard tissues. A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, ClinicalTrials.gov, Lilacs […]
Supplementation with probiotics and vitamin D may benefit cognitive function in schizophrenia patients suggests a new study published in the Neuropsychopharmacology Reports. Manipulation of the intestinal microbiome and supplying vitamin D can attenuate psychiatric symptoms in schizophrenic patients. The current study tried to evaluate the effects of probiotic/vitamin D supplementation on the cognitive function and […]
Researchers have found that the large-scale rollout of insecticide-treated bed nets (ITNs) in sub-Saharan Africa during the 2000s is associated with a significant reduction in the incidence of Burkitt lymphoma (BL) among children. According to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Network Open by Nora S. this important finding highlights an additional benefit […]
A new study from the Malmö Diet and Cancer Study revealed significant findings that could transform the way breast cancer survivors are monitored post-treatment. The findings were published in the recent edition of The Breast journal. Breast cancer remains a major health challenge throughout the globe, with ongoing research focusing on how to better predict and […]
A recent study published in the Addiction journal unveiled promising results for treating severe alcohol use disorder (AUD) using a combination of two medications, prazosin and cyproheptadine. This approach targets the α1b and 5HT2A receptors which demonstrated a significant reduction in alcohol consumption among participants. This phase 2, double-blind, placebo-controlled study was conducted across 32 […]
In a groundbreaking randomized controlled trial conducted in Yurihonjo and Nikaho city, Akita Prefecture, researchers have unveiled a new approach to gastric cancer (GC) screening that could revolutionize early detection and treatment outcomes. The study compared the efficacy of two screening methods, Ba-Endo (barium photofluorography following upper gastrointestinal endoscopy) and ABC-Endo group (upper gastrointestinal endoscopy […]