Entries by aaron

High Altitude Climbing Increases Risk of Cardiac Arrhythmia, reveals JAMA study

Exposure to high altitudes presents physiological challenges such as arterial hypoxemia, electrolyte imbalances, and periodic breathing, which can increase vulnerability to cardiac arrhythmias. Cardiac arrhythmias, including tachyarrhythmias and bradyarrhythmias, pose serious health risks, particularly in challenging environments such as high altitudes. However, the incidence and characteristics of arrhythmias in individuals undertaking extreme altitude climbs like […]

Insulin resistance before diabetes onset may increase risk of albuminuria after diabetes onset: Study

USA: A prospective cohort study has revealed an association between lower insulin sensitivity and albuminuria development, suggesting a role for insulin signaling in the pathogenesis of proteinuria. The findings, published in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism on February 28, 2024, highlight the potential of improving insulin signaling as a therapeutic strategy. The study implies that maintaining […]

Maternal intake of fish oil during pregnancy may increase risk of obesity in kids: Study

Denmark: Findings from a randomized clinical trial have suggested potential adverse health effects from n–3 (ω–3) long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (n–3 LCPUFA) supplementation during pregnancy. The study was published online in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in its April 2024 issue. The researchers revealed that children of mothers receiving n–3 LCPUFA supplementation had an […]

Interferon-γ Release Assays Outperform Tuberculin Skin Test in Predicting Tuberculosis: JAMA

The elimination of tuberculosis (TB) in the US relies on effective tests to detect individual risk of developing the disease, aiding in preventive interventions. However, the comparative performance of available TB tests—specifically, the tuberculin skin test (TST) and two interferon-γ release assays (IGRAs)—in predicting TB disease development remains uncertain. In high-risk populations, accurate prediction of […]

Tildrakizumab effective and safe therapy for patients with psoriasis: Study

A recent comprehensive study unveiled the real-world evidence of the effectiveness and safety of a biological drug, tildrakizumab, in treating patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis. The key highlights of this study were published in the recent edition of Drugs in Context journal. This multicentric, prospective, observational study marks a significant stride forward to help understand the treatments […]

Study finds common household chemicals could harm development of critical brain cells

In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Ohio, attention has been drawn to the potential dangers of everyday household chemicals on brain health. Published in the esteemed journal ‘Nature Neuroscience,’ the research reveals alarming insights into the adverse effects of commonly used disinfectants, furniture, and even toothpaste […]

FMGs get SC relief, to now get stipend during internship as Indian MBBS interns

While considering the issue of non-payment of stipend to Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) during the compulsory internship, the Supreme Court has said that the FMGs cannot be treated differently and should be paid stipends during their internship like their counterparts who have done MBBS from the Indian medical colleges. This observation was made by the […]