USA: An international, multisite phase 3 trial published in The Lancet Neurology journal showed the safety and effectiveness of Parkinson’s disease medication delivered through an infusion pump for reducing symptoms for longer periods. The findings could lead to additional treatment options for patients with this condition. Low levels of dopamine in the body can cause […]
Poland: A large representative population-level study has suggested no significant impact of an overactive bladder (OAB) on men’s sexual activity but significantly correlated with erectile dysfunction (ED) and premature ejaculation (PE). The findings, published in the World Journal of Urology, suggest a need in daily clinical practice for screening overactive bladder symptoms in persons who […]
A recent multicenter clinical trial published in the Journal of American Medical Association highlighted the efficacy of acupuncture as a potential therapy for post-stroke motor aphasia. Motor aphasia usually seen following stroke significantly impairs the ability of the patients to communicate. Acupuncture has long been recommended as an alternative therapy for post-stroke aphasia, but its […]
A recent real-world study, the APPRAISE study unveiled the effectiveness, tolerability and patient satisfaction with apremilast treatment for individuals with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) which is a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by joint inflammation and skin lesions, affecting millions worldwide. This research was conducted across multiple Canadian rheumatology clinics and enrolled a total of 102 adults […]
In a shocking incident, 13 female MBBS students from Delhi-based Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College have accused an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology of sexual harassment during a viva examination. Based on the complaint by the students, a case has been registered by the police. Meanwhile, soon after the matter came to light, a demonstration was […]
Mumbai: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited has announced that the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has granted regulatory approval for Winlevi (clascoterone cream 1%). As stated by Hellen de Kloet, Business Head – Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand, Sun Pharma “Winlevi is an exciting addition to our expanding dermatology portfolio of innovative medicines in Australia. […]
Chennai: The aspirants preparing for the Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB) examination in Tamil Nadu are expressing dissatisfaction with the Health Department’s handling of vacant positions and the allocation of merit marks. They are particularly concerned about the department’s decision to issue a fresh notification for 2,553 assistant surgeon posts, despite 1,251 vacancies remaining unfilled […]
Tension prevailed at the LPS Institute of Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery in Kanpur after a patient admitted for chest pain died during treatment. The patient’s kin alleges that the death was due to the doctor’s negligence. Following the complaint, the Director of Cardiology, Dr Rakesh Verma has formed a five-member team to investigate the allegations. […]
Lung diseases have become more prominent since the pandemic to create more awareness about them. The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) has published the complete 2023 GOLD report. It contains important changes compared to earlier versions, and incorporates 387 new references. A study in Journal of The Pan African Thoracic Society (JPATS) […]
According to experts, early detection is crucial for boosting treatment for endometriosis which are often dismissed as painful periods. Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus (endometrium) grows outside of it. This tissue can be found on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, outer surface of the uterus, and other organs […]