Study finds a good night's sleep may make it easier to stick to exercise and diet goals Isra Zaman4 March 2023 9:45 AM ISTPeople who reported getting regular, uninterrupted sleep did a better job sticking to their exercise and diet plans while trying to lose weight,...
Refusal of high-risk patients to take statin common and tied to higher LDL cholesterol levels: JAMA Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli3 March 2023 8:00 PM ISTUSA: Over 20 percent of patients at high risk of developing cardiovascular disease refused to take statin medications; this trend was particularly...
Possible treatment strategy identified for bone marrow failure syndrome Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli3 March 2023 8:00 PM ISTBone marrow is the spongy tissue inside bone responsible for making red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Bone marrow failure syndromes...
Does diabetes status in patients with left main disease affect the decision for CABG or PCI? Study sheds light Medha Baranwal3 March 2023 11:30 AM ISTUSA: A meta-analysis of four randomized, controlled trials showed that among patients undergoing revascularization for left main disease and deemed...
Consumption of whole grains may prevent cardiovascular disease and mortality: Study Medha Baranwal3 March 2023 11:15 AM ISTChina: Consuming whole grains rather than refined grains can prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD), coronary heart disease (CHD), and all-cause...
Low-carb diet comprising plant-based foods tied to lower risk of premature death in patients with type 2 diabetes: Study Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli3 March 2023 11:00 AM ISTUSA: Greater adherence to LCD (low-carbohydrate diet) patterns emphasizing high-quality sources of macronutrients is significantly linked with lower...
Doxycycline, azithromycin combo therapy superior to monotherapies for severe scrub typhus: INTREST trial Medha Baranwal3 March 2023 10:30 AM ISTIndia: Combination therapy with IV (intravenous) azithromycin and doxycycline are superior for treating severe scrub typhus compared to monotherapy...
Perioperative calcium and vitamin D supplementation prevents hypocalcemia after thyroidectomy: Study Medha Baranwal3 March 2023 10:15 AM ISTThailand: A recent study has shown that perioperative supplementation of oral vitamin D and calcium significantly decreases the risks of biochemical...
Epidural stimulation of the spinal cord instantly improves arm and hand movement after stroke: Study Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli3 March 2023 9:45 AM ISTUSA: Spinal cord stimulation can aid upper-limb recovery after stroke, a recent study published in Nature Medicine has shown. Researchers from...
Study highlights possible treatment strategy for bone marrow failure syndrome Isra Zaman3 March 2023 9:15 AM ISTResearch led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has identified a possible treatment strategy for a rare bone marrow failure...
Men with Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome have low bone mineral density Jacinthlyn Sylvia3 March 2023 4:15 AM ISTA new study by Mira Daljeet and team found that predicted bone mineral density (BMD) values are lower in adults with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome...
Vaginal laser treatment effective for treating overactive bladder syndrome: Study Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli2 March 2023 10:30 PM ISTThailand: Vaginal laser surgery is effective for the treatment of overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) and vaginal atrophy in postmenopausal women, new...
