Entries by aaron

Intensive Food-as-Medicine Program fails to improve Glycemic control in diabetes patients: JAMA

The growing prevalence of food-as-medicine programs necessitates robust evidence to assess their impact on health. A recent JAMA Internal Medicine concluded that an intensive food-as-medicine program boosts engagement in preventive health care. Still, it didn’t enhance glycemic control compared to standard care among adult participants. Programs for people with high biomarkers need a control group […]

Preoperative carbohydrate intake linked to Success of surgery of Osteoporotic fractures in Elderly

In a groundbreaking study conducted at a prominent Chinese institution, researchers have unveiled a promising connection between preoperative oral carbohydrate (CHO) intake and improved outcomes for elderly patients undergoing surgical treatment for osteoporotic fractures (OPFs). The study addressed the notable gap in the utilization of this practice and concluded that preoperative oral CHO intake may […]

Rare case of Severe Hypoglycemia in diabetes patient Following Anesthesia Induction: A report

Acute severe hypoglycemia immediately following anesthesia induction is a rare but life-threatening complication that is frequently underdiagnosed due to insufficient awareness A recent case analysis found acute severe hypoglycemia immediately following anesthesia induction in the perioperative setting. The key observations by Qin Tian and team were published in the Journal of Medicine. The case report […]

Kolkata doctor arrested for allegedly raping, holding18-year-old nurse captive

Kolkata: In a shocking incident, a doctor has been arrested for allegedly raping, holding a 18-year-old nurse captive for several days at his private nursing home in New Town area in Kolkata. Subsequently, the nurse filed a complaint at the local police station on December 23, leading to the registration of an FIR under various […]

Dehydration affects shade of teeth and may look them whiter

Lebanon: A prospective in vivo study published in Cureus has shed light on the effect of dehydration on tooth colour. The researchers showed that dehydration impacted the teeth’s shade: lightness increased, and therefore, the teeth appeared whiter. “Dentists should consider the teeth’s hydration status when evaluating colour for treatments, as there is a significant impact […]

Owning pets helps to cope with loneliness and cognitive decline

In the past few decades, the number of individuals living alone has shown an upward trend. In 2021, the proportion of single-person households in the United Kingdom (UK) and the US reached 29.4% and 28.5%, respectively. Loneliness is a potential mediator in the association of living alone with dementia among older adults. Contrary to living […]

Risk of young-onset dementia could be reduced by targeting health and lifestyle factors

Researchers have identified a wide range of risk factors for young-onset dementia. The findings challenge the notion that genetics are the sole cause of the condition, laying the groundwork for new prevention strategies. The largescale study identified 15 risk factors, which are similar to those for late-onset dementia. For the first time, they indicate that […]

High-sensitivity troponin HEART pathway allows earlier detection of acute myocardial infarction: JAMA

USA: A recent cohort study published in JAMA Network Open has suggested that the high-sensitivity troponin HEART pathway may allow earlier detection of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and improve resource use. The multicenter cohort study involved 17 384 emergency department (ED) patients with chest pain risk stratified with a HEART pathway incorporating conventional vs high-sensitivity […]

JIPMER Announces Conduction Of 1st Year Orientation Program For MD, MS, DM, MCH, MDS students

Puducherry: Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER) has announced the conduction of 1st year postgraduate orientation program for MD, MS, DM, MCH, and MDS courses for the January 2024 batch.  The postgraduate orientation program for the first-year postgraduate degree students admitted in the January 2024 session has been scheduled for 2nd January […]