Entries by aaron

Early Emollient Use Reduces Risk of Atopic Dermatitis in Infants: JAMA

A new study published in the Journal of American Medical Association showed that daily application of full-body emollients during the first 9 weeks of life significantly reduced the risk of developing atopic dermatitis by the age of 2 years. Children with atopic dermatitis (AD) face a worldwide health burden and are at risk for food […]

High Transepidermal Water Loss Predicts Diabetic Foot Ulcer Recurrence, reveals study

A study published in Diabetes Care has found that transepidermal water loss (TEWL) is a strong predictor of diabetic foot ulcer recurrence. Involving over 400 adults, the study revealed that individuals with high TEWL were 2.7 times more likely to experience ulcer recurrence compared to those with low TEWL. A research team funded by the […]

Vitamin D supplementation reduced IBD-related hospitalizations and corticosteroid use: Study

A new study published in the journal of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology showed that the possibility of vitamin D supplementation as an inexpensive adjuvant in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) was supported by its association with a decrease in IBD-related ED visits, hospitalizations, and corticosteroid use. Providing vitamin D is undoubtedly the most […]

Pneumococcal Vaccine Linked to Better COVID-19 Outcomes in IRD Patients: Study

Researchers have found in a new study that Pneumococcal vaccination was associated with fewer hospitalizations and a milder course of COVID-19 in individuals with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (IRD), suggesting a protective effect beyond its primary purpose. It has been suggested that vaccinations could induce a trained immunity able to decrease COVID-19 severity. Our primary aim […]

Pregnancy Unplugged: Study Navigates Health Literacy for Happier Motherhood

Maternal well-being during pregnancy is crucial for the overall health of both the mother and the baby. Recent study aimed to investigate the impact of sociodemographic factors, obstetric variables, and maternal health literacy on pregnant women’s well-being during pregnancy. Well-being during pregnancy involves various dimensions such as subjective, social, and psychological aspects, making it an […]

No Major Advantage Seen With mPCR and Procalcitonin Combo in ICU-Treated Pneumonia: MULTI-CAP Trial

France: A new study has found that using a combination of multiplex PCR (mPCR) testing and serum procalcitonin levels to guide antibiotic management in critically ill patients with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) did not significantly reduce antibiotic exposure or improve outcomes when compared to standard care. The findings of the MULTI-CAP randomized controlled trial were published […]

Copper Intake Linked to Cognitive Health in Older Adults, suggests study

A new study published in the journal of Nature Scientific Reports highlighted the importance of copper as a micronutrient in maintaining cognitive function with age. This study found that there is an optimal level of dietary copper intake for older adults-intakes below this level may lead to cognitive decline, while higher levels offer no additional […]

LSD not efficacious in reducing ADHD symptoms compared with placebo: JAMA

Researchers have identified in a new study published in JAMA that repeated low-dose treatment with lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) is safe but not substantially symptom-reducing in adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A randomized controlled trial evaluated the safety and efficacy of microdosing LSD among patients with moderate to severe ADHD, with no difference in improvement […]