Exercise shown to curb appetite in diabetes and prediabetes patients
A recent study published in Nutrients evaluated the effects of acute and chronic exercise on appetite in individuals with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. The study found that acute exercise…
DMARD Taper-to-Discontinuation Approach Increases Flare Risk
A study called ARCTIC REWIND found that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in remission who tapered or stopped their medication experienced more disease flares compared to those who stayed on…
Single Low-Dose Esketamine Injection May Reduce Postpartum Depression In New Mothers: Study
Postpartum depression affects around 20% of women, causing symptoms like mood swings, fatigue, and anxiety. It is treatable with therapy or medication. A recent study found that a single low-dose…
Ultra-Low-Temperature Cryoablation promising in Treatment of Ventricular Tachycardias: Study
A study has found that ultra-low-temperature cryoablation is a promising treatment for ventricular tachycardias. This technique involves using extreme cold to destroy abnormal heart tissue that causes the condition. The…
The New Radiopharma Competition Requires Unprecedented Medical Logistics
AstraZeneca's recent acquisition of a radiopharmaceutical partner highlights the rapid growth of the radiopharmaceutical market, which is expected to reach $13.7 billion by 2032. Radiopharmaceutical therapies target cancer cells with…
Monitoring algorithm predicts association of seizure burden with functional outcomes
A machine-learning seizure burden monitoring algorithm was analyzed in a study of 334 cases from the SAFER-EEG clinical trial. The algorithm predicted poor functional outcomes in patients with neurological conditions,…
Empathetic physicians lead to better outcomes, study finds
A new study published in JAMA Network Open found that treatment by a very empathic physician was associated with better outcomes for patients with lower back pain over a 12-month…
Tuberculosis can have a lasting impact on the lung health of successfully treated individuals
New research presented at the ESCMID Global Congress suggests that tuberculosis (TB) survivors can experience lasting lung damage, impacting their quality of life and ability to work. The study found…
Sleep strategies may boost ultramarathon performance, study finds
A study published in Sports Medicine – Open explores the impact of sleep on ultramarathon runners. It emphasizes the importance of adequate sleep for physical performance and recovery after high-intensity…
Life With Menopause
After teaching elementary school for over 30 years, Lori Hewlett shares her experiences of going through menopause and embracing this season of life. She started experiencing symptoms like hot flashes,…