Researchers analyzed samples of edible vegetable oils to determine if they contained potentially toxic elements. The study aimed to evaluate the health risks associated with consuming these oils in Hamadan, Iran. They found that iron, arsenic, zinc, cadmium, and lead were present in varying concentrations in these oils. While concentrations of these elements did not…
For individuals with diabetes, choosing meals can be challenging due to nutritional concerns. A diabetes meal delivery plan can offer convenience and cost savings compared to eating out. It can also provide more control over the nutritional content of meals while helping to curb overeating. When comparing meal plans, look for those based on the…
A study published in JAMA found that using the osteoporosis drug denosumab (Prolia) in dialysis patients significantly increases the risk of life-threatening hypocalcemia compared to other treatments. The FDA is revising the prescribing information for the drug to include a boxed warning. Patients on dialysis have a high risk for fracture and difficulty absorbing calcium,…
A recent study conducted by researchers at Tufts University found that women who incorporated more plant-based protein into their diets had a reduced risk of developing chronic diseases as they aged. The study, published in the American Journal of Nutrition, involved over 48,000 participants from the Harvard-based Nurses’ Health Study. The research team found that…
The Union Health Minister and the Chief Minister of Gujarat have laid the foundation stone for a new cancer hospital in Rajkot. This hospital will aim to provide advanced and accessible cancer care services to the people of the region. The project is a significant step towards addressing the growing need for cancer treatment facilities…
Value-based care aims to reduce costs and improve outcomes in healthcare, but rural providers have been slower to adopt it due to challenges in staying viable and taking on risk. Homeward Health, a San Francisco-based company, is working to help rural providers transition to value-based care by forming contracts with health plans, partnering with existing…
Location: Altnagelvin Area Hospital in Londonderry is seeking a Consultant Physician in Endocrinology & Diabetes, offering a salary of £88,799 – £119,723 per annum. The closing date for applications is Friday, February 16, 2024 at 3:30pm. The full job description, criteria, and application form can be found on jobs.hscni.net. Applicants are encouraged to apply online….
Maternal cannabis use during pregnancy has been found to be associated with adverse outcomes related to placental dysfunction, according to a study published in JAMA. The study included 9,257 participants and found that 6.6% were exposed to cannabis during pregnancy. Overall, cannabis exposure at any time during pregnancy was associated with adverse outcomes related to…
Deborah Hackler, a lawyer who represents the hospital, McAlester Regional Medical Center, in small-claims court, frequently secures judgments for unpaid bills from patients. The hospital has filed close to 5,000 debt collection cases since the early 1990s. Residents of McAlester, Oklahoma have been taken to court multiple times for unpaid medical bills, impacting their lives…
Dr. Sumit “Sam” Garg discusses the Tecnis Eyhance monofocal IOL from Johnson & Johnson Vision and its benefits for cataract surgery in a video perspective from Hawaiian Eye 2024. He highlights the lens’ great distance vision and usable intermediate vision, as well as the option to offset one eye for improved intermediate or near vision….
