Enhancing Doctor-Patient Communication: Are Physicians Truly Attuned to Their Patients Needs?
Published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, researchers analyzed recordings of doctor-patient communication to evaluate how effectively doctors are listening to patients. Good
Mindfulness for Weight Loss: A Potential Solution to the Global Obesity Crisis
How does mindset affect weight loss? Researchers recently studied mindfulness for weight loss to determine its effects and published their results in The Journal
Understanding the Key Differences Between Direct Oral Anticoagulants and Warfarin
A study published in the BMJ explored the safety and efficacy differences between direct oral anticoagulants and warfarin across the general population. Most studies
Effective Management Strategies for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes and Atrial Fibrillation
In a 2017 review, researchers explored the literature in order to provide evidence-based recommendations for the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes and
The Effect of Common Medications on Gut Bacteria: What You Need to Know
While the impact of antibiotics on gut bacteria is well known, do other commonly prescribed medications impact gut bacteria? The vast world of gastrointestinal
Harnessing Genomics to Combat Antimicrobial-Resistant Superbugs: Strategies for Prevention
The spread of antimicrobial resistance is a serious but predictable concern in healthcare. Researchers used whole genome sequencing to determine how antimicrobial resistant outbreaks
Exploring the Possibility of Weight Loss and Reversing the Aging Process
GDF11, a growth differentiation factor, has been found to be increased in calorie-restricted diets in mice. Calorie restriction and intermittent fasting are dietary interventions
Minimizing Surgical Anesthesia: Impact on Post-Operative Delirium Risk Explained
A recent study looked into older patients’ experiences with delirium after surgery, and whether surgical anesthesia administration monitored by brain activity caused this complication.
Understanding Facial Fractures in the Elderly: Risks from Recreational Activities
Facial trauma related to recreational activities in the older population is not well-studied. A group of researchers led by Andrea Plawecki studied the profile
Height and Healthy Aging: How Your Stature Affects Longevity and Well-Being
Studies have identified an association between the height of an individual and their risk of various age-related diseases. Researchers investigated the relationship between adult
Navigating Care: Strategies for the Sandwich Generation Supporting Elderly Loved Ones
One in five Americans will be over the age of 65 by 2030. This demographic shift is not one that our societies are currently
Exploring the Connection Between Fatty Acids and Age-Related Vision Loss
Age-related macular degeneration has no known treatment, and thus it is important to take preventative measures. The authors of a recent study investigate the
Exploring the Benefits of Intensive Care Units for Elderly Patients
A study examines whether increased intensive care unit admissions reduce mortality in elderly patients. The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital is a
Iron-Rich Diet for Seniors: Combatting Iron Deficiency Anemia Effectively
As many as half of all hospitalized geriatric patients may suffer from anemia. A recent study investigated if an iron-rich diet could prevent iron
Boosting Energy: How Testosterone Therapy Can Combat Anemia
In a 2017 study, researchers examined the effect of testosterone therapy on levels of hemoglobin in older men with low testosterone and unexplained anemia.
Thyroid Hormone Fluctuations During Pregnancy: Understanding the Link to Gestational Diabetes Risk
Pregnancy can significantly impact the thyroid gland, and the impact of changes in thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy may be linked to a risk
The Impact of Economic Factors on Liver Disease and Cirrhosis Risk Explained
In a recent study published in the BMJ, researchers suggest that the great recession, which started in 2007, is tied to an increase in
Revolutionary Nerve Ablation Treatment: A Potential Cure for High Blood Pressure?
Researchers discuss nerve ablation as a potential new treatment for high blood pressure in a new study in The Lancet. Hypertension, or high blood
Understanding HPV-Related Cervical Cancer Survival: Key Insights and Support Strategies
In a recent study, Lei and colleagues establish differential cervical cancer survival based on HPV status. Cervical cancer is a major cause of death
Understanding the Factors Behind Cancer Cell Metabolism Changes
In a recent study, researchers investigate the cause of shifts in cancer cell metabolism. Cancer is a disease that is characterised by cells that