Seafood Consumption Tied to'Forever Chemical' Exposure Risk
WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 -- Northeastern U.S. seafood consumers may be exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) concentrations that potentially pose a health risk, according to a study published online April 12 in Exposure and... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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GLP1 Receptor Agonist Use Does Not Seem to Increase Risk for Thyroid Cancer
WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 -- Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP1) receptor agonist use does not appear to be associated with an increased risk for thyroid cancer, according to a study published online April 10 in The BMJ.
Björn Pasternak, M.D.,... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Noninvasive Imaging Aids Selection of Stenosis Patients Needing Revascularization Procedure
WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 -- Computed tomography fractional flow reserve (CT-FFR) improves assessment of vessel blockages and reduces the number of stenosis patients referred for invasive revascularization procedures, according to a study published... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Wearable Technology During Surgery Provides Neurosurgeons With Postural Info
WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 -- Wearable technology is feasible to assess postural ergonomics and provide objective biofeedback to neurosurgeons, according to a pilot study published online April 19 in the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine.
Alejandro... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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AI May Be Useful in Polypharmacy Management
WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 -- ChatGPT shows promise in polypharmacy management and deprescribing medications among the elderly, according to a study published online April 18 in the Journal of Medical Systems.
Arya Rao, from Harvard Medical... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Knee Osteoarthritis Symptoms Common After ACL Reconstruction
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- Nearly one-quarter of patients show persistent early knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms six to 12 months after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), according to a study recently published in the Journal... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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American Academy of Neurology, April 13-18
The annual meeting of the American Academy of Neurology was held this year from April 13 to 18 in Denver, drawing participants from around the world, including clinicians, academicians, allied health professionals, and others interested in... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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CDC Launches Online Tool to Help Americans Manage Extreme Heat
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched a new online heat forecaster to help communities better prepare for summer ' s scorching temperatures.The HeatRisk Forecast Tool is a joint effort between the... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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FDA Urges Public to Use Heimlich Not'Anti-Choking' Devices to Save Lives
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising people to use the Heimlich maneuver to aid a choking victim and not rely on over-the-counter anti-choking devices. " The safety and effectiveness of over-the-counter... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Few Cancer Survivors Fully Adherent to ACS Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- Only 4 percent of cancer survivors are fully adherent to current American Cancer Society (ACS) nutrition and physical activity guidelines, according to a study published online April 18 in JAMA Oncology.
Carter Baughman,... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Antihypertensive Meds Initiation Linked to Fractures in Nursing Home Seniors
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- For longer-term nursing home residents, initiation of antihypertensive medication is associated with an increased risk for fractures and falls, according to a study published online April 22 in JAMA Internal... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Higher Dietary Quality at Breast Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Lower CVD Risk
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- Higher diet quality at diagnosis of breast cancer is associated with a lower risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) events and death, especially the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension diet quality index, according to a... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Structured Seizure Action Plan Beneficial for Adults With Epilepsy
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- Implementing a structured seizure action plan (SAP) in an adult epilepsy center increases provider utilization and is associated with increased patient knowledge, according to a study published in the June issue of... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Arthroscopic Surgery for Arthritis Does Not Impact Incidence of Total Knee Arthroplasty
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- The addition of arthroscopic surgery to nonoperative management of knee arthritis does not delay or hasten total knee arthroplasty (TKA) during 10 years of follow-up, according to a study published online April 18... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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Clinician Burnout Reduces Efficacy of Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy
TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 -- Therapist burnout is associated with reduced effectiveness of trauma-focused psychotherapies, according to a study published online April 17 in JAMA Network Open.
Nina A. Sayer, Ph.D., from the Center for Care... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
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