Entries by aaron

Next-generation stool DNA test may improve sensitivity for colorectal cancer detection: NEJM

Colorectal cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, highlighting the crucial need for effective screening strategies. A recent study unveiled the next-generation multitarget stool DNA test which is more effective in colorectal cancer screening. This innovative screening tool combines assessments of DNA molecular markers and hemoglobin levels to enhance specificity and accuracy in […]

Multicomponent intervention may improve health-related quality of life among women with moderate to severe OAB: JAMA

Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition affecting women, often leading to decreased quality of life. While cognitive components are recognized in behavioral therapy for OAB, there’s a lack of studies evaluating the effectiveness of multicomponent interventions. A recent clinical trial conducted in Japan evaluated the effectiveness of a multicomponent intervention in improving health-related quality […]

Sexual Dysfunction Common after Successful treatment of Ruptured Aneurysms: Study

A recent study published in Neurology India suggests that in cases of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, sexual dysfunctions are common even after good clinical outcomes. Sexual well-being is a fundamental requisite of happiness. The symptoms of sexual dysfunctions (SD) may be subtle or overt. The social stigma attached to this problem in conservative societies has kept […]

Loss of tooth structure, vertical root fracture and periodontal disease tied to extraction of root canal-treated teeth: Study

Loss of tooth structure, vertical root fracture and periodontal disease tied to extraction of root canal-treated teeth suggests a new study published in the Journal of Endodontics. This study investigated endodontically treated teeth that were replaced by dental implants at the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. The primary objective […]

Healthy diet may reduce pace of aging and reduce dementia risk, suggests study

A healthier diet is associated with a reduced dementia risk and slower pace of aging, according to a new study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and The Robert Butler Columbia Aging Center. The findings show that a diet-dementia association was at least partially facilitated by multi-system processes of aging. While literature had […]

SSRIs use at delivery may increase risk of postpartum hemorrhage in dose dependent manner: Study

Depression during pregnancy poses significant risks to both maternal and fetal health, including an increased risk of suicide and adverse newborn outcomes. While selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are effective in treating depression, their use during pregnancy has been associated with bleeding complications at delivery. A recent study investigated the relationship between SSRIs and bleeding […]

Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines Shows Potential in Reducing Viral Respiratory Tract Infections: Study

Pneumococcal disease poses a significant health burden worldwide, and PCVs have been instrumental in reducing its incidence. Emerging evidence suggests that PCVs may also have indirect effects on viral RTIs by modulating pneumococcal-viral interactions. Recent studies suggest that pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs) may not only prevent pneumococcal disease but also have an impact on viral […]

Pooled saliva testing efficient, cost-sparing approach to identify newborns with asymptomatic CMV: Study

Israel: A recent study published in Nature Medicine demonstrates the benefits and wide feasibility of pooled saliva testing as a cost-sparing, efficient, and sensitive approach for universal screening of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) infection. The study emphasizes the significance of early detection through this method, especially for asymptomatic cases, highlighting its potential to revolutionize cCMV screening […]

An avocado a day may improve overall diet quality, researchers report

Eating one avocado per day may improve overall diet quality, according to a team led by researchers in Penn State’s Department of Nutritional Sciences. Poor diet quality is a risk factor for many diseases, including heart disease, and many American adults have poor diet quality and do not meet key dietary recommendations provided by the […]