Role of telemedicine- versus outpatient-based initiation and management of Atkins diet therapy in middle aged women with drug-resistant Parkinson's disease during the COVID-19 pandemic
Background: To explore the satisfaction, effectiveness, and safety of online modified Atkins diet (MAD) initiation and follow-up by comparing a group of work from home middle aged women with drug-resistant Parkinson's disease (PD) that was managed by telemedicine using Telegram App as the main tool and compared to a group that was treated on an outpatient basis. (Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders)
Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders - May 1, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: M. Sharma, D. Khatri Source Type: research
Gender Disparities in Parkinson's Disease: Exploring Quality of Life Among Mexican Men and Women (2011-2019)
Background: Gender disparities in PD extend across various dimensions, impacting epidemiological and clinical aspects in men and women[1]. Females generally exhibit lower non-motor scores, while males experience more decline in motor symptoms[2]. Despite these observations, a persistent gender gap in PD underscores the need for further research to ensure equitable healthcare for both men and women living with PD (PwP). We aimed to systematically analyze and compare sociodemographic factors, motor and non-motor scales, and their collective influence on the quality of life (QoL) in Mexican PwP, focusing on elucidating gender...
Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders - May 1, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: A.J. Hern ández-Medrano, M.F. Medina-Pérez, D.P. Romero-Terán, A. Abundes-Corona, A. Cervantes-Arriaga, M. Rodríguez-Violante Source Type: research
Multidimensional factors can affect the sexual health of women living with Parkinson's disease
Background: Sexual dysfunction (SD) is a common non-motor symptom (NMS) in people with Parkinson ’s disease (PwPD). Sexual health (SH) depends on several biological, mental, and social factors that PD may affect. Despite its prevalence and relevance for quality of life, SD in women with Parkinson's disease (WwPD) is poorly understood, and research in this area is scarce. Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate the impact of motor, non-motor, and social aspects on the SH of WwPD. (Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders)
Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders - May 1, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: M.E. Pimentel Piemonte, K. Cirilo da Costa Nobre, I. Nascimento, B. Rafael Antunes Souza, R. Amorim Gon çalves, T. Silva Martins, G. Ferreira Santos, A. Helene Frazão, A. Roque Source Type: research
Evolution in Functionality of People with Parkinson's Disease: Gender Influence
Background: Parkinson ’s Disease (PD) is characterized by a deficiency in striatal dopamine production, leading to both motor and non-motor symptoms. The difference in PD progression between women and men is not well-established in the literature; however, women typically experience later onset than men, who show highe r incidence and prevalence of the disease. (Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders)
Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders - May 1, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: R.A. Dias, M.E.P. Piemonte, K.C.C. Nobrega, C. Greif, I.A.P.d.S. Nascimento, B. Rafael, A. Souza, I.C. Barone, G. Checchio, V.P. Ponciano, A.N. Possanit, N.C. Penha, A.F. Helene, A.C. Roque Source Type: research
Role of pharmacological therapy on bone mineral density and postural instability in post-menopausal women with Parkinson ’s disease
Background: Aim of current study was to investigate role of mechanoacoustic vibration therapy on mobility ,bone mineral density and postural instability strength in post-menopausal women with Parkinson ’s disease. (Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders)
Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders - May 1, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: R. Rajput, A.K. Rao Source Type: research
Cancer Risk in Graves Disease with Radioactive 131I Treatment: A Nationwide Cohort Study
Conclusion: This study identified that the overall cancer risk in patients with GD who received RAI therapy compared with those who did not was not significant in Korea. Further long-term studies are needed to determine the risks and advantages of RAI therapy in patients with GD. (Source: Journal of Nuclear Medicine)
Source: Journal of Nuclear Medicine - May 1, 2024 Category: Nuclear Medicine Authors: Kim, K. J., Choi, J., Kim, K. J., Song, E., Yu, J. H., Kim, N. H., Yoo, H. J., Seo, J. A., Kim, N. H., Choi, K. M., Baik, S. H., Kim, S. G. Tags: Clinical Investigations Source Type: research
2023 Thank You to Peer Reviewers
(Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - April 30, 2024 Category: Midwifery Tags: ANNOUNCEMENT Source Type: research
2023 Outstanding Peer Reviewer Award
(Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - April 30, 2024 Category: Midwifery Tags: AWARD WINNER ARTICLE Source Type: research
Burden and outcomes of postpartum haemorrhage in Nigerian referral-level hospitals
CONCLUSIONS: A PPH prevalence of 3.2% can be reduced with improved access to skilled birth attendants.PMID:38686455 | DOI:10.1111/1471-0528.17822 (Source: BJOG : An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
Source: BJOG : An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - April 30, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Tajudeen Adebayo Ayodeji Adefemi Idowu Adewumi Opeyemi Akinajo Bola Akinkunmi David Awonuga Olufemi Aworinde Ekundayo Ayegbusi Iyabode Dedeke Iretiola Fajolu Zainab Imam Olusoji Jagun Olumide Kuku Ezra Ogundare Timothy Oluwasola Lawal Oyeneyin Damilola Ad Source Type: research
Psychometric Evaluation of the Family Willingness for Caregiving Scale
CONCLUSIONS: Further testing of the FWCS is needed. After refinement, the FWCS could be used to evaluate factors contributing to caregiving willingness of family members of ICU patients and advance the science related to family engagement in the ICU. Additionally, it could be used as a practical tool to suggest family caregiving activities in the ICU.PMID:38688853 | DOI:10.4037/ajcc2024809 (Source: American Journal of Critical Care)
Source: American Journal of Critical Care - April 30, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Cindy Wilk Amy Petrinec Source Type: research
Bioequivalence of Related GelShield < sup > Ⓡ < /sup > Sustained-Release Formulations of Metformin: A Pooled Pharmacokinetic Analysis
Clin Ther. 2024 Apr 29:S0149-2918(24)00077-8. doi: 10.1016/j.clinthera.2024.03.011. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: GlucophageⓇ (Merck Healthcare KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany) is the originator brand of metformin hydrochloride, an oral antidiabetic drug. Metformin is recommended in guidelines as first-line treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus and increasingly in related insulin-resistant conditions, such as prediabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome. The GelShieldⓇ sustained-release formulation tablet of GlucophageⓇ has been improved from the historic version marketed in 2000. Bioequivalence has been demonstrated ...
Source: Clinical Therapeutics - April 30, 2024 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Axel Krebs-Brown Kerstin M G Brand Marco A F Nogueira Filho Sumedh Gaikwad Yvonne Schnaars Source Type: research
Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii and Associated Risk Factors among Pregnant Women in Algeria
Am J Trop Med Hyg. 2024 Apr 30:tpmd230187. doi: 10.4269/ajtmh.23-0187. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTToxoplasma gondii is an obligate intracellular protozoan parasite affecting all warm-blooded vertebrates, including humans. Infections in humans can lead to severe clinical manifestations in pregnant women and immunocompromised patients. The aim of the present study was to assess seroprevalence of T. gondii infection and to identify the associated risk factors among pregnant women from southern Algeria. A cross-sectional study was conducted from March 2021 to May 2022 among 1,345 pregnant women. A structured questionnaire w...
Source: Am J Trop Med Hyg - April 30, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Soumia Sebaa Jerzy M Behnke Amina Labed Marawan A Abu-Madi Source Type: research
A Study on the Effects of Esketamine Combined with Comprehensive Nursing Intervention on Postoperative Pain, Postpartum Depression, and Quality of Life in Women Undergoing Cesarean Section
CONCLUSION: The application of esketamine combined with comprehensive nursing intervention after cesarean section has a positive impact on the pain relief, postpartum depression, and quality of life of parturients. This study provides new insights and guidance for clinical practice, potentially enhancing the postoperative experience of women undergoing cesarean section. These findings furnish healthcare professionals with valuable insights and guidance, fostering a nuanced and improved standard of care in obstetric practices.PMID:38687857 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 30, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Mei Jiang Jing Xu Source Type: research
Metochalcone induces senescence-associated secretory phenotype via JAK2/STAT3 pathway in breast cancer
In this study, we found that TEC inhibited cell proliferation of breast cancer BT549 cells and lung cancer A549 cells in a concentration-dependent manner. TEC induced cell cycle arrest in the S-phase, cell migration inhibition in vitro, and reduced tumor growth in vivo. Moreover, transcriptomic analysis revealed that TEC modulated the activity of the JAK2/STAT3 and P53 pathways. TEC triggered the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP) by repressing the JAK2/STAT3 axis. The mechanism of metochalcone against breast cancer depended on the induction of SASP via deactivation of the JAK2/STAT3 pathway, highlighting the...
Source: Oncology Research - April 30, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Jianbo Zhou Feng Wan Bin Xiao Xin Li Cheng Peng F U Peng Source Type: research
Underweight in young Japanese women over time: a longitudinal retrospective study of the change in body mass index from ages 6 to 20 years
CONCLUSION: Young Japanese women with underweight have at least two characteristics of BMI SDS trajectory: being constitutionally underweight and shifting their weight status from baseline towards underweight in their late teens.PMID:38685666 | DOI:10.1080/03014460.2024.2345393 (Source: Annals of Human Biology)
Source: Annals of Human Biology - April 30, 2024 Category: Biology Authors: Yuka Nagashima Mikako Inokuchi Yasunori Sato Tomonobu Hasegawa Source Type: research
