Sodium intake above the recommended amount raises mortality risks in vulnerable populations suggests a new study published in the JAMA. A study was done to investigate the associations of excessive dietary sodium with all-cause and cause-specific mortality among predominantly low-income Black and White Americans. This cohort study included participants aged 40 to 79 years from […]
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs) is widely recognized for their endocrine-disrupting properties and have been a growing concern due to their persistence in the environment and potential benefits for human health. A recent research analyzed the long-term health outcomes associated with PBDEs and unveiled a significant correlation between increased levels of these persistent organic pollutants in the […]
Bacteremia from presumed urinary source in hospitalised patients with asymptomatic bacteriuria is extremely rare suggests a new study published in the JAMA. Guidelines recommend withholding antibiotics in asymptomatic bacteriuria (ASB), including among patients with altered mental status (AMS) and no systemic signs of infection. However, ASB treatment remains common. A study was done to determine […]
A patient-level pooled analysis of three randomized clinical trials (RCTs) revealed improvement in glycemic status without increased risk of hypoglycemia with iGlarLixi, regardless of concomitant use of SGLT2 inhibitors. The study was published online in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice on March 4, 2024. The study showed similar clinically meaningful improvements in HbA1c in both […]
In a groundbreaking investigation, researchers have delved into the medication utilization patterns during pregnancy among women grappling with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The study concludes that appropriate medication adjustment is quite necessary when planning for pregnancy among women with RA. The study results were published in the journal Rheumatic & Musculoskeletal Diseases. Also Read: Long-Term Exercise Therapy […]
Canada: A recent systematic review and meta-analysis has shed light on the impact of secondary amenorrhea on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in physically active women. The findings were published online in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Observational studies linked secondary amenorrhea to several cardiovascular (CV) risk factors in physically active women. “Estrogen deficiency resulting […]
China: Findings from the National Health and Nutritional Examination Surveys (2001-2018) revealed that a higher dietary inflammatory index (DII) increases the mortality rate of adults With hyperuricemia. The findings were published online in Arthritis Care & Research on March 31, 2024. The researchers suggest that controlling the intake of pro-inflammatory food might be a potential […]
Australia: Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs) secured with integrated securement dressings and tissue adhesive compared to traditional bordered polyurethane dressings significantly reduce PIVC failure in children admitted to the hospital via the emergency department (ED), says a new study. “The randomized clinical trial comprising 383 children revealed that PIVC failure was highest with traditional bordered polyurethane […]
Demodex blepharitis, caused by an infestation of Demodex mites, poses a significant burden on affected individuals, impacting their quality of life. Traditional management options have been associated with adverse effects, prompting the search for novel therapeutic alternatives. A recent systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the safety and efficacy of lotilaner ophthalmic solution (0.25%) as a […]
Dementia may be three times more common among people with essential tremor, a movement disorder that causes involuntary shaking, than the general population, according to research released on March 6, 2024. The study will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 76th Annual Meeting taking place April 13-18, 2024, in person in Denver and […]