France: A recent study published in Circulation Research has revealed that frequency and monocyte phenotypic profile are closely associated with cardiovascular (CV) risk in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The findings imply that assessing monocyte count and frequency is a valuable predictive marker for the risk of CV events in diabetes patients. Previous studies […]
Sweden: A recent study has revealed low birth weight and overweight in young adulthood to be the major developmental determinants of adult type 2 diabetes risk in men. “They contribute in an additive manner to the risk of type 2 diabetes,” the researchers wrote. “To reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, young adult overweight […]
South Korea: A recent study published in Annals of Internal Medicine has revealed an association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and increased risk for incident autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic diseases (AIRDs) versus matched patients without SARS-CoV-2 infection or with influenza infection. The risk for incident AIRD was higher with greater acute COVID-19 severity. The large, binational study found […]
Cow’s milk allergy (CMA) is a common childhood food allergy with no approved treatment. However, a recent clinical trial investigated the efficacy and safety of epicutaneous immunotherapy using Viaskin milk in children with IgE-mediated CMA. IgE-mediated CMA poses significant challenges for affected children and their families, as it can lead to severe allergic reactions and […]
Oocytes are immature egg cells that develop in almost all female mammals before birth. The propagation of future generations depends on this finite reserve of cells surviving for many years without incurring damage. In mice, this can be a period of up to eighteen months, while in humans it can last almost half a century, […]
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a significant public health concern worldwide, with mortality rates continuing to rise. While the adverse effects of environmental pollutants on respiratory and cardiovascular health are well-documented, the impact on renal outcomes remains unclear. Ozone, a major component of air pollution, is known to induce oxidative stress and inflammation, which may […]
Chronic infectious diseases are increasingly recognized as potential contributors to dementia risk, prompting researchers to explore the role of infections such as H. pylori in cognitive decline. The association between chronic infectious diseases and dementia risk, including Alzheimer’s disease, has gained attention in recent years. Helicobacter pylori, a common bacterial infection affecting the stomach lining, […]
Regularly substituting meat for mycoprotein such as Quorn could help to lower bad cholesterol by 10-percent, which is comparable to switching to a Mediterranean or vegan diet. New research by the University of Exeter, published in Clinical Nutrition, also found substituting meat for Quorn reduces blood glucose and c-peptide concentrations associated with diabetes, cardiovascular disease […]
The FDA has approved clobetasol propionate ophthalmic suspension 0.05% (APP13007) for managing post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. This approval marks a significant advancement in ocular care, offering a novel treatment option for patients undergoing various eye procedures. Ocular surgery is commonly associated with inflammation and discomfort post-procedure, necessitating effective management strategies. The approval […]
USA: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced in a letter of enforcement discretion that it will not object to using certain qualified health claims regarding yogurt consumption and reduced type 2 diabetes (T2D) risk. The FDA, however, adds, “Yogurts that meet the FDA’s standard of identity will be allowed to carry qualified health […]