Entries by aaron

Neuroserpin’s Dual Role: A Potential Biomarker and Protector in Preeclampsia, finds study

Recent study evaluated maternal serum neuroserpin concentrations in pregnancies affected by preeclampsia and their relationship with disease severity, considering neuroserpin’s roles in anti-inflammation and neuroprotection. This prospective case-control investigation was conducted from September 2024 to January 2025 at a tertiary referral hospital in Ankara, Türkiye, with a total of 88 participants: 44 diagnosed with preeclampsia […]

FDA Approves Ajovy for Preventive Treatment of Episodic Migraine in Children Aged 6–17

The FDA has approved Ajovy (fremanezumab-vfrm) for preventive treatment of episodic migraine in pediatric patients aged 6 to 17 years who weigh at least 45 kg. With this approval, AJOVY becomes the first and only calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonist indicated for the preventive treatment of episodic migraine in pediatric patients and migraine in adults, […]

Tumor diagnostics: AI model detects more than 170 types of cancer

The MRI image shows a brain tumor in an inauspicious location, – and a brain biopsy will entail high risks for the patient, who had consulted us due to double vision. Situations such as this case discussion, cited by way of example, in a multidisciplinary team of cancer medicine experts prompted researchers at Charité – […]

Long-Term Passive Smoking Doubles COPD Risk in Women, Study Finds

China: A new community-based study from Jinan, China, has revealed that women with long-term exposure to secondhand smoke face a significantly higher risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), alongside more severe symptoms and greater lung function decline. The research, led by Dr. Jiling Lv from the Department of Respiratory Medicine at Shandong Second […]

Sunlight Exposure May Reduce Risk of Postoperative Hypoparathyroidism, suggests study

Researchers have discovered in a new study that patients in regions with higher sunlight exposure appear to have lower rates of postoperative hypoparathyroidism, suggesting sunlight may play a protective role in its prevention. Postoperative hypoparathyroidism is a common complication of thyroid surgery. Sunlight is a natural source of ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation, which facilitates the […]

DMFT Score associated with increased risk of Buccal Mucosa Cancer: Study

A new study published in JCO Global Oncology has revealed that higher DMFT (Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth) scores are significantly associated with an increased risk of buccal mucosa cancer (BMC), a common subtype of oral cancer. Conducted by researchers including Abhijit Das and colleagues, the study emphasizes the importance of oral hygiene markers—especially DMFT—as […]

NEET 2025: 2675 MBBS seats in 19 Odisha Medical Colleges this year

New Delhi: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) recently released the MBBS seat matrix, and in Odisha for the academic year 2025-26, there are a total of 2,675 MBBS seats across 19 medical colleges. This includes premier institutions like SCB Medical College, Cuttack, and MKCG Medical College, Berhampur with 250 seats each, and Veer Surendra Sai Institute, […]

Aizawl Civil Hospital to launch Renal Transplant facility soon

Aizawl: Mizoram Health Minister Lalrinpuii has announced that the state government has received approval to conduct renal transplants at the state-run Civil Hospital in Aizawl, marking a significant milestone in the healthcare sector. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) to formalise the partnership with the Institute of Kidney Diseases and Research Centre, Ahmedabad, is currently being […]