Women with premenstrual disorders have a higher risk of perinatal depression, and vice versa, according to recent research. The study found that almost 3% of women with perinatal depression had premenstrual disorders before pregnancy, compared to only 0.6% of unaffected women. This bidirectional relationship suggests a common underlying mechanism between the two conditions, which could…
Dr. Vincent Macaluso, who was diagnosed with MS in medical school, now treats patients with MS in New Hyde Park, NY. He understands the challenges MS can bring, such as memory problems and depression. Dr. Tim Vartanian notes that cognitive issues, like slowed thinking and fuzzy memory, are common in MS. It is important to…
A study comparing cervical pessary and vaginal progesterone for preventing preterm birth in women with a short cervix found no significant difference in perinatal complications. Among women with a cervical length of ≤ 25 mm, pessaries appeared less effective at preventing spontaneous preterm birth and adverse outcomes. The open-label, randomized controlled trial included 635 women…
Individuals with joint hypermobility, commonly termed “double jointed,” are more likely to experience persistent fatigue associated with long COVID. Researchers have found that hypermobile individuals have a 30% higher chance of not fully recovering from COVID-19 and suffering from lingering fatigue. While hypermobility is not proven to be a causal factor of long COVID, the…
A recent study has found that the use of febuxostat among gout patients is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events. The study suggests that patients taking this medication should be monitored closely for potential cardiovascular complications. It is important for healthcare providers to consider this risk when prescribing febuxostat to patients with gout….
The MedCity Moves Podcast discusses recent executive appointments, promotions, exits, and layoffs in the healthcare industry. Katie Adams explores new leaders at Geisinger and Cedars-Sinai, as well as recent job cuts at Johnson & Johnson and Highmark Health. The podcast also features an interview with Brian Anderson, the new CEO of the Coalition for Health…
Listen To Your Microbes is a graphic story that tells the evolution of microorganisms on Earth over the past 3.7 billion years. Written by Fergus Shanahan and Laura Gowers, the book explains how microbes made the planet habitable for humans by generating oxygen, removing methane, and producing soil, plants, and animals. It also explores how…
A study published in The Lancet Digital Health found that using computer-aided detection (CAD) software during nonimmunochemical fecal occult blood test (iFOBT) screening and surveillance colonoscopies can reduce the adenoma miss rate (AMR) compared to conventional colonoscopy. The study, a randomized controlled trial, showed that the CAD system increased the detection of adenomas in colonoscopies….
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has launched Virtual Urgent Care, allowing children and young adults up to 21 years old to receive after-hours care for non-emergency illnesses or injuries via video meetings with CHLA providers. This service treats ailments like fever, respiratory infections, minor injuries, and more, providing prescriptions and discharge instructions when necessary. The hospital…
Bart and Barbara Klion faced a dilemma when their Humana Medicare Advantage plan was dropped by Saratoga Hospital, threatening their access to their doctors. Bart fought to keep his doctors, contacting multiple organizations for help. Medicare Advantage plans have become popular but have downsides, such as limited provider networks and disputes between insurers and providers…
