Parkinson’s disease (PD) is associated with significant sleep disturbances, impacting patients’ overall well-being. Recent research suggests that light exposure plays a critical role in regulating sleep patterns. This study was published in the journal Sleep. PD patients often experience circadian rhythm disruptions and sleep difficulties, which can exacerbate their symptoms and decrease their quality of […]
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder with limited treatment options for adolescents with moderate-to-severe disease. Lebrikizumab is a monoclonal antibody targeting interleukin (IL)-13. Researchers have found in first of its kind study that Lebrikizumab was associated with clinical benefit among patients atopic dermatitis and skin of color. In this study, treatment with […]
Obesity is prevalent among individuals with bipolar disorder (BD), posing significant health risks. Liraglutide, a medication indicated for chronic weight management, has shown promise in reducing body weight with minimal neuropsychiatric effects. A recent study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of liraglutide 3 mg/d in individuals with stable BD who were obese or […]
Young American Indians, ages 15-39, had cholesterol levels more than two times higher than the general U.S. population, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association , an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association. The researchers noted that previous research has estimated thatapproximately 25% of adolescents and approximately […]
In a significant development in pediatric healthcare, nirsevimab, a long-acting monoclonal antibody, has demonstrated robust real-world effectiveness in protecting infants against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-associated hospitalizations, according to an analysis by the New Vaccine Surveillance Network during the period of October 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024. The report was published in CDC Morbidity and […]
Prostate cancer is a common malignancy affecting men worldwide, and intermediate-risk prostate cancer (PCa) presents a challenging treatment scenario. MRI-guided focal therapy (FT) has emerged as a promising approach, allowing for targeted treatment while preserving healthy prostate tissue. However, long-term outcomes of this technique remain underexplored. A recent study aimed to evaluate the 2-year oncological […]
Recently published research paper discusses the effectiveness of single lung ventilation (SLV) using a double lumen tube (DLT) for providing surgical exposure in the thoracic cavity. It emphasizes the protective benefits of SLV for a healthy lung, highlighting the types of unhealthy lung fluids it protects from, such as blood, lavage fluid, malignant, or purulent […]
USA: Findings from phase 3 STARS trial demonstrate the potential for apraglutide to improve the standard of care for all adult patients with short bowel syndrome with intestinal failure (SBS-IF) dependent on parenteral support as the only GLP-2 with once-weekly administration, if approved. The study showed that treatment with apraglutide was associated with a reduction […]
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved semaglutide (Wegovy) for reducing risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke in adults with cardiovascular disease and either obesity or overweight. Wegovy should be used in addition to a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity. Cardiovascular disease is a group of diseases of the […]
It is already known that Maternal diet during pregnancy is associated with child development. Nuts are nutrient-dense foods and provide fatty acids, vitamins, fibre, minerals and proteins. Pregnant women who consume nuts may potentially reduce the likelihood of their 5-year-old children experiencing peer problems, according to a study published in the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology […]