A recent study suggests that assisted reproductive technology (ART), a potential mediator between BMI and twin births, explains 23% of the association in obese women with a BMI of 30-40. The study involved over half a million deliveries and found an increased proportion of ART in women with higher BMIs. The rate of twin deliveries…
Intermittent fasting is a popular weight loss strategy that involves alternate periods of eating and fasting. Different methods include time-restricted eating, alternate-day fasting, twice-a-week fasting, and once-a-week 24-hour fast. Some potential health benefits of intermittent fasting include improved weight loss, blood sugar control, and heart health. However, long-term studies are still needed to fully understand…
AIIMS Deoghar has issued a notification regarding the schedule for the payment of exam fee and the release of admit cards for the first professional supplementary MBBS exam. The notification also includes information about the use of cookies for analytics, advertising, and site improvement. By continuing to use the site, users agree to the use…
Technology in healthcare has evolved over the last 50 years to meet the needs of clinicians and patients. Three technology trends expected in 2024 include immediate access to emerging evidence, the use of generative AI, and the demand for easy-to-consume information that can be trusted. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the need for quick access…
The annual GP Study Day at Bon Secours Hospital Cork took place on January 20, 2024 at Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork. The event was documented with photos by Gerard McCarthy. The study day likely featured presentations and workshops aimed at providing continuing education and professional development opportunities for general practitioners. The event is likely…
A study published in Hypertension found that Hispanic and Latina women with a history of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy have long-term cardiac structural alterations. The rate of these disorders has doubled in the US among Hispanic/Latina and Black women. The study, based on data from the Hispanic Community Health Study, found that these women had…
CardioSignal, a tech-enabled heart disease detection company, has secured $10 million in Series A funding, bringing its total raise to $23 million. DigiTx Partners led the round with participation from Sandwater and existing investor Maki.vc. The company uses gyroscope and accelerometer motion data from smartphone sensors to analyze cardiac motion and detect heart diseases. The…
Medicare Advantage plans are increasingly popular, with 30.8 million Americans enrolled. However, once you’re in a Medicare Advantage plan, it may be difficult to switch back to traditional Medicare. Advantage plans can be appealing due to lower costs and additional benefits, but they also have limitations on hospitals and doctors. The Biden administration recently issued…
The FDA has approved generic febuxostat 40 mg and 80 mg tablets, a generic version of Uloric, for the management of chronic hyperuricemia in adult patients with gout. The tablets will be manufactured at Lupin’s facility in India and are estimated to have an annual U.S. sales of $27 million. This announcement follows the FDA…
Steward Health Care, a for-profit health system in Eastern Massachusetts, is facing financial distress and may have to close some facilities. Regulators are working to prevent layoffs and the loss of care. Steward runs nine hospitals in Boston suburbs and underserved areas, but has had financial difficulties for the past three years. The health system…
