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Health Bulletin 18/August/2025

Here are the top health stories of the day: Tirunelveli Medical College doctor removed over alleged fabrication of Road Accident Case A doctor at Tirunelveli Medical College Hospital (TvMCH), accused of fabricating medical records by falsely stating that the road accident victim was intoxicated at the time of the incident, has been removed from his […]

Woman loses Rs 2.10 lakh to Fake UK doctor on social media

Lucknow: A healthcare worker from Lucknow has been duped of Rs. 2.10 lakh by a man posing as an England-based doctor on social media on the pretext of sending her gifts. The cybercrime wing has registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident. Also Read:Kerala Doctor loses Rs 4.43 crore in WhatsApp Trading fraud According […]

Saliva testing may reveal early signs of diabetes and obesity, reveals research

Measuring elevated levels of insulin in blood, called hyperinsulinemia, is a proven way to measure metabolic health and can show risk of developing future health concerns, including Type 2 diabetes, obesity and heart disease. Now, a team of UBC Okanagan researchers has found that measuring insulin levels in saliva offers a non-invasive way to do […]

Amiodarone Linked to Higher Risk of Thyrotoxicosis in AF Patients: Study

A new study published in the journal of Heart Rhythm showed that in individuals with atrial fibrillation, amiodarone therapy was independently linked to a higher incidence of thyrotoxicosis. A common treatment for potentially fatal arrhythmias is amiodarone. Despite the fact that amiodarone has few adverse effects, 15-20% of patients may experience thyroid dysfunction. Amiodarone-induced thyrotoxicosis […]

Thigh Muscle Fat May Signal Greater Metabolic and Heart Disease Risk: Study Shows

Spain: A study in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism suggests that intermuscular fat — though not visible like abdominal visceral fat — is metabolically active and may contribute to chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and muscle dysfunction, increasing the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. The research, led by Alba Camacho-Cardenosa from the Sport […]

FDA Approves Tonmya for Fibromyalgia

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Tonmya (TNX-102 SL), a sublingual formulation of cyclobenzaprine HCl for the treatment of adults with fibromyalgia. This marks the first new drug approval for fibromyalgia in over 15 years, offering a much-needed option for patients. Tonmya is designed to target two core aspects of the condition-nonrestorative sleep […]

Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio Linked to Poor Outcomes in CKD and MACE: Study

A new study published in the journal of BMC Nephrology showed that neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) shows a significant association with all-cause mortality, major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), cardiovascular mortality, and adverse renal outcomes in chronic kidney disease (CKD).  About 10% of people worldwide suffer from chronic kidney disease (CKD), a progressive illness linked to higher […]

Barbed Sutures Improve Laparoscopic Tubal Anastomosis Outcomes, suggests study

Researchers have found in a new study that use of barbed sutures in laparoscopic tubal anastomosis is associated with shorter operation times and improved reproductive outcomes compared to conventional sutures. This study aimed to compare reproductive outcomes after laparoscopic tubal anastomosis using conventional (non-barbed) and barbed sutures. This retrospective cohort study was conducted at a […]

Early and Consistent Physical Therapy Reduces Need for Knee Injections in Osteoarthritis Patients, Study Finds

USA: A new study published in Arthritis and Rheumatology has highlighted the significant role of physical therapy (PT) in reducing the need for intra-articular injections among individuals with newly diagnosed knee osteoarthritis (OA). The research, led by Deepak Kumar and colleagues from Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, examined how the timing, frequency, and type of PT […]

Strong Leg Muscles Linked to Lower Metabolic Syndrome Risk in Obese Youth: Study

Italy: A small study published in the European Journal of Pediatrics has revealed that children and adolescents with obesity who have stronger leg muscles are at a lower risk of developing metabolic syndrome (MetS). Researchers emphasized the importance of promoting physical activity from an early age to support muscle integrity and long-term metabolic health. The […]