Can Daily Vitamin D Supplementation Reduce Upper Respiratory Infections in elderly? Dr Riya Dave17 Feb 2024 11:30 AM ISTVitamin D deficiency has been associated with increased susceptibility to respiratory infections. Daily supplementation has been proposed as a...
WHO announces updates to its forthcoming guidelines on TB preventive treatment Medha Baranwal17 Feb 2024 11:00 AM ISTSwitzerland: The World Health Organization (WHO), in its Rapid Communication, has announced updates to its forthcoming guidelines on tuberculosis...
High intake of niacin linked to enhanced lung function and lower COPD risk Dr. Shravani Dali16 Feb 2024 3:30 AM ISTHigh intake of niacin linked to enhanced lung function and lower COPD risk suggests a new study published in the Scientific Reports.Chronic...
Lymphocytosis linked to higher prevalence of hypothyroidism in patients with obstructive sleep apnea Medha Baranwal15 Feb 2024 9:15 AM ISTChina: A recent study published in BMC Pulmonary Medicine has revealed an increase in the prevalence of hypothyroidism in patients with obstructive...
Fact Check: Can burnt coconut shell mixed with pure honey cure asthma? subuhi khisal14 Feb 2024 3:04 PM ISTCan burnt coconut shell mixed with pure honey cure asthma?Claim:A video circulating on Instagram claims to offer a cure for asthma. The video suggests...
Why ventilators can be tough on preemie lungs Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli14 Feb 2024 5:00 AM ISTMany premature infants need mechanical ventilation to breathe. However, prolonged ventilation can lead to problems like respiratory diseases or...
Prolonged cough? In most cases, patience is the treatment Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli13 Feb 2024 4:00 AM ISTCoughing after a respiratory infection is common and, in most cases, will resolve with time, according to an article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical...
Ensitrelvir Reduces symptoms in mild to moderate COVID-19: Phase 3 Trial Dr Riya Dave12 Feb 2024 10:30 AM ISTDespite vaccination efforts, COVID-19 treatment options are still needed, especially for those with mild to moderate symptoms. Ensitrelvir, a novel...
Zydus Lifesciences gets tentative USFDA approval for Dexamethasone Tablets USP, 1 mg Ruchika Sharma10 Feb 2024 10:00 AM ISTAhmedabad: Zydus Lifesciences Limited has received tentative approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to manufacture...
Inhaled antibiotics may reduce exacerbations and improve QoL in bronchiectasis patients Dr. Shravani Dali9 Feb 2024 7:00 PM ISTInhaled antibiotics may reduce exacerbations and improve QoL in bronchiectasis patients suggests a new study published in the...
Antidepressant Use may Increase Risk of Exacerbation in COPD Patients: BMJ Jacinthlyn Sylvia9 Feb 2024 9:00 AM ISTA recent study found a concerning association between antidepressant use and an increased risk of pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...
Sustained smoking cessation may significantly lower risk of cancer after ten years since quitting: JAMA Medha Baranwal9 Feb 2024 1:00 AM ISTSouth Korea: A study of more than 2 million Korean adults revealed that sustained smoking cessation is associated with a significantly reduced cancer...
