Clinical Trials
Eficácia dos Testes de Colesterol na Avaliação do Risco de Doença Cardiovascular
Um artigo recente avalia a utilização de testes à ApoB em vez dos testes ao colesterol generalizadamente utilizados para medir o risco de doença
Soulager les Bouffées de Chaleur : Quels Traitements Sont les Plus Efficaces ?
Les données récemment publiées dans le International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology identifie le traitement le plus efficace pour soulager les bouffés de chaleur.
Challenging Brain Teaser of December 10, 2016: Test Your Puzzle Skills Today!
There are several doctors sitting in a conference room. 14 of the doctors in the conference room are surgeons. 8 doctors in the conference
Challenging Brain Teasers to Sharpen Your Mind and Boost Cognitive Skills
Doctor Smith and Doctor Jefferson say that Mike is their brother, but Mike says that he does not have any brothers. Nobody is lying.
Comparing Same Day Discharges and Extended Hospital Stays After Appendectomy: Which is Better?
With the inflammation of the appendix being common in paediatric populations, quick measures to hasten surgery and recovery are preferred. A current research shows
Exploring the Impact of Calorie Labels on Restaurant Menus in the Battle Against Obesity
In the effort of fighting obesity, American researchers studied how people respond to calorie-counts label on restaurant menus. They examined why calorie labels do
Unlocking New Insights into Major Depression: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Dopaminergic inputs to the ventral striatum are one of the brain mechanisms thought to play a role in major depression. However, a recent study
Rising Insulin Therapy Demand by 2030: Why Many Patients Will Go Without Essential Treatment
Recent studies revealed the growing concerns in those with type 1 and type 2 diabetes and their treatment options. Type 1 and type 2
Enhancing Health: The Benefits of Relaxation for Breastfeeding Mothers and Their Babies
In a recent study, researchers found that relaxation techniques used during breastfeeding improves weight gain and sleep in infants. Early infancy is a pivotal
How Mothers and Babies Brains Sync Up During Play for Enhanced Development
Cambridge neuroscientists show that the mother-baby bond established through play is more than just emotional-it helps babies’ brains learn how to learn. The fenland
Exploring New Treatment Possibilities for Diabetic Retinopathy: Hope for Patients
A recent study identifies new ways in which high sugar levels destroy vision, leading to diabetic eye disease. These findings are the basis for
Impact of Early Diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes on Weight Gain Management
A recent study suggests that early diagnosis of gestational diabetes reduces pregnancy weight gain during the first trimester and total pregnancy. Gestational diabetes is
Boosting Workplace Mental Health Through Stepathlon Initiatives
A recent study evaluates the effects of the 100 days of 10,000 steps workplace challenge and its impact on psychological well-being and mental health.
Unraveling the Metformin Myth: Facts and Insights on Diabetes Management
Myth: Metformin is a diabetes drug that cannot be used for any other indication. Truth: This is false. Metformin, although commonly prescribed to treat type
Effective Dietary Supplements to Alleviate Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms
Many strategies for treating the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) involve dietary modifications; however, these diets can be restrictive. A recent study formulated
Promising Results from Type I Diabetes Trial Offer New Hope for Patients
A trial investigated the effects of sotagliflozin with insulin therapy in controlling blood glucose levels in people living with type I diabetes mellitus (T1DM).1
The Long-Term Risks of Solitary Drinking in Adolescents: A Pathway to Adult Alcohol Abuse
A new study shows that engaging in solitary drinking during young adulthood can greatly increase the risk of developing Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Drinking
Transform Your Life: Top 5 New Years Resolutions for a Healthier and Happier Year
The new year has many of us thinking of potential new year’s resolutions to improve ourselves and our quality of life. While there are
Essential Steps to Take After an Elderly Person Falls: A Comprehensive Guide
Falls are the leading cause of injury in the elderly. One out of every four elderly adults falls each year, sustaining severe injuries. This
Why the Nicotine Patch Might Not Be the Best Option for Quitting Smoking
A recent study shows that nicotine replacement therapy and varenicline trumps the nicotine patch alone as effective treatment options. Smoking remains prevalent worldwide