In the groundbreaking INBUILD trial, researchers discovered that nintedanib can significantly improve the lives of patients suffering from progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF). Nintedanib holds promise not only in reducing the progression of dyspnea, fatigue, and cough but also in mitigating the overall impact of ILD over 52 weeks in patients grappling with PPF. The trial […]
Adopting a healthy lifestyle is strongly linked to a lower risk of irritable bowel syndrome or IBS for short, finds research published online in the journal Gut. Of the big 5 healthy behaviours, not smoking, a high level of vigorous physical activity, and getting enough sleep were independently associated with keeping the condition at bay. […]
Recently published study aimed to assess the association between nutrition intake and 28-day mortality in critically ill patients receiving exclusive enteral nutrition (EN) during the first week of ICU admission and the potential impact of lactate levels on this association. The study was a post hoc analysis of a cluster-randomized clinical trial and included 1322 […]
New Delhi: The drug major AstraZeneca has got approval from the Subject Expert Committee SEC functional under the Central Drug Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) to conduct the clinical trial of the anti-cancer drug Datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd, DS-1062a) 100mg/vial and Durvalumab (MEDI4736) 500mg/vial (50mg/mL). This came after the drug major AstraZeneca presented Phase III clinical study […]
In a case of suspected food poisoning, over 300 people including children reportedly received medical treatment while lying on the ground outside a hospital in Bibi village, Maharashtra. The incident occurred on Tuesday night during a religious event in Buldhana district’s Lonar area. The people complained of food poisoning after consuming ‘prasad’ and were administered […]
Around 8,000 resident doctors across the State of Maharashtra have commenced their pan-Maharashtra indefinite strike, as their demands regarding hostel accommodation and stipend hike have not been fulfilled despite written assurance from the Government authorities. For the full story, check out the link given below: Mass Hadtaal: 8000 Plus Maha Resident Doctors On Strike Demanding […]
A new study published in the BMJ Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found the separation of older couples (grey divorce) followed by later remarriage in recent years has become increasingly prevalent in high-income countries. The findings revealed compelling insights into the relationship between these life events and mental health. This study utilized Finnish registry data […]
Seoul: South Korean hospitals are struggling to cope with the influx of patients, while thousands of trainee doctors have been boycotting work for three days in protest against government plans to raise the admission quota for medical universities, South Korean news agency Yonhap reported on Thursday, citing medical sources. On Tuesday, South Korean junior doctors […]
AIIMS and IIT Delhi have collaborated to develop cutting-edge elbow replacement implants that are both precise in fit, and of superior quality, the hospital said. Patients suffering from stiff elbow joints and limited mobility can benefit from this partnership, said Dr Bhavuk Garg from AIIMS, Delhi. “Recognising the challenges faced by patients due to the […]
HbA1c below 7% is crucial for effective diabetes management. The HbA1c test measures average blood sugar levels over months, offering a comprehensive view of control. This target reflects well-regulated blood sugar, reducing the risk of complications like heart disease and kidney issues. Consistently achieving this goal is essential in preventing potential long-term complications associated with […]