High intake of several emulsifier E numbers linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli12 Sept 2023 8:00 PM ISTHigh intake of several emulsifiers (part of the 'E numbers' group of food additives), widely used in industrially processed foods to improve texture...
Use of hormonal contraception and NSAIDs tied to elevated risk of VTE: BMJ Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli8 Sept 2023 9:15 AM ISTDenmark: A large Danish study published by The BMJ, showed a positive association between non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) use and the...
Experts warn against cannabis use during adolescence, pregnancy, and while driving Isra Zaman1 Sept 2023 9:30 AM ISTExperts recommend avoiding cannabis during adolescence and early adulthood, in people prone to or with mental health disorders, in pregnancy, and...
Smartphone app may help heavy drinker students cut down alcohol consumption and drinking days: BMJ Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli24 Aug 2023 8:00 PM ISTSwitzerland: Access to a smartphone alcohol intervention app throughout the 12-month follow-up was helpful in limiting the average drinking volume...
FDA approved antipsychotic brexpiprazole shows no meaningful benefit, may raise mortality risk: finds study Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli22 Aug 2023 11:45 AM ISTUSA: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has fast-tracked the approval of the antipsychotic drug brexpiprazole (Rexulti) despite its failure to...
Cancer death risk after exposure to low dose ionising radiation underestimated Isra Zaman18 Aug 2023 9:00 AM ISTProlonged exposure to low-dose ionizing radiation is associated with a higher risk of death from cancer than previously thought, suggests research...
Antenatal steroids may increase risk of NICU admission, hypoglycaemia and reduced anthropometric measurements among newborns Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli11 Aug 2023 8:00 AM ISTUSA:Results from two new studies highlight that early exposure to steroids was associated with increased risks of admission to neonatal intensive...
Medical Bulletin 4/August/2023 Isra Zaman4 Aug 2023 3:15 PM ISTHere are the top medical news of the day:Bipolar depression relapse risk reduced by modern antidepressantsTreatment with modern antidepressants may...
Potential risks of antenatal steroids highlighted in new study Isra Zaman4 Aug 2023 9:15 AM ISTTwo new studies published by The BMJ recently examine the potential health risks for infants of giving steroid drugs to women who are at risk of...
Vitamin D supplements may reduce risk of serious cardiovascular events in older people Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli29 Jun 2023 5:00 AM ISTVitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attacks among people aged over 60, finds a clinical trial...
Most women diagnosed with early breast cancer can expect to become long term survivors, say experts Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli14 Jun 2023 8:00 PM ISTMost women diagnosed with early stage breast cancer today can expect to become long term cancer survivors, finds a study published by The BMJ today. ...
Bone anabolic treatments better than bisphosphonates for fracture prevention among postmenopausal women. Dr.Niharika Harsha B9 May 2023 11:00 AM ISTA new study found that bone anabolic therapies can be used for post-menopausal women with high risk for bone fractures as they were found to be...
