Consuming protein before exercising can reduce the risk of hypoglycemia. This is important as hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, can have negative effects on performance and overall health. It is recommended to include protein in pre-exercise meals or snacks to help stabilize blood sugar levels. This information is helpful for individuals looking to optimize their…
A new partnership has been formed between digital health providers Talkspace and Bicycle Health to support adults with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental health conditions. Talkspace offers therapy, psychiatry, and medication management, while Bicycle Health provides medication for addiction treatment, therapy, and peer support groups. This partnership allows patients to receive comprehensive care for…
The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation reported that Limerick, Cork, and Galway hospitals had the highest levels of overcrowding in January. More than 12,000 patients, including 278 children, were without a hospital bed. This was the second-worst January for overcrowding since trolley counts began in 2006. The INMO called for more beds and staff to…
A retrospective cohort study found that switching from dual therapy to monotherapy for the treatment of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) did not result in different outcomes for patients. The study, conducted at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, included 140 patients with MRSA who received dual therapy with ceftaroline and daptomycin, and were then either…
Taliyah Murphy and other transgender women incarcerated in men’s prisons in Colorado faced sexual harassment and violence. However, a historic legal settlement in the form of a consent decree is expected, which will establish two new voluntary housing units for trans women, making Colorado the first state to offer a separate unit for them. The…
ARCH Venture Partners, a leading investor in the biotech industry, is in the process of raising $3 billion for its 13th namesake fund. The Chicago-based firm filed paperwork with the SEC and expects to raise a similar amount to its previous fund in 2022. ARCH declined to comment on the new fundraising. For the full…
The NHS is currently facing its most severe crisis, with funding constraints, workforce shortages, and high demand from an aging population. The BMJ Commission on the Future of the NHS has called for bold leadership from the next government to rebuild the service and prioritize health in all policies. They urge the next government to…
Research published in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report indicates that the number of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) cases remained low in 2022 despite an increase in enterovirus (EV)-D68 circulation in the United States. Previous increases in AFM cases were associated with EV-D68 infection, but the number of…
The Immunity journal has published a study exploring possible pharmacological targets in leukocytes. The study revealed CBP/p300 histone acetyltransferase inhibitors increased leukocyte count in bone marrow, blood, and tissues, without adverse side effects. The study used A485 in mice, which accumulated in selected tissues; coincidentally, leukocyte count increased. The research raised queries about the drug’s…
Andisheh Nouraee of Atlanta struggled to sleep, tried wearable and smartwatch tracking and made lifestyle changes that led to better sleep. While technology can track sleep, the key is changing habits to improve sleep quality. Tech enthusiast Bret Brantley found short term behavioral changes but ultimately stopped using sleep tracking. Few people report “very good”…
