China: A new study shows a strong correlation between tobacco exposure early in life, whether in the womb or during childhood and adolescence and type 2 diabetes (T2D) development later in life. The large-scale observational analysis extracted records of about 476,000 adults in the UK Biobank. Researchers report that people with preexisting genetic factors for […]
Higher supplemental oxygenation levels are not better for COVID-19 patients experiencing hypoxia suggests a new study published in the JAMA. Supplemental oxygen is ubiquitously used in patients with COVID-19 and severe hypoxemia, but a lower dose may be beneficial. A study was done to assess the effects of targeting a Pao2 of 60 mm Hg […]
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 […]
Tirzepatide, a medication authorised to treat obesity and/or type 2 diabetes, consistently reduces bodyweight regardless of the patient’s body mass index (BMI before treatment), from the range of overweight to class III obesity. The study, to be presented at this year’s European Congress on Obesity (Venice, Italy, 12-15 May) is by Prof Carel Le Roux, […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]