In a recent study published in Human Nutrition & Metabolism, researchers assess the impact of the Mediterranean diet compared to a low-fat diet (LF-Diet) on metabolic syndromes (MetS) outcomes. Study: Effects of the Mediterranean diet versus low-fat diet on metabolic syndrome outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Image Credit: Antonina Vlasova /
More than half of all women in the United States are overweight or obese when they become pregnant. While being or becoming overweight during pregnancy can have potential health risks for moms, there are also hints that it may tip the scales for their kids to develop psychiatric disorders like autism or depression, which often
Many of us found it hard to keep up with official restrictions as the COVID-19 pandemic dragged on. We experienced pandemic fatigue. And this fatigue led to wide-spread political discontent in Western democracies, according to a new study from Aarhus University, which has now been published in the scientific journal Proceedings of the National Academy
SAN FRANCISCO — Widely anticipated data from a phase 3 trial of the monoclonal antibody lecanemab suggest the drug “modestly” relieved cognitive impairment in patients with early Alzheimer’s disease (AD) — but at a cost. In the CLARITY AD trial, adverse events (AEs) were common compared with placebo, including amyloid-related edema and effusions; and a
A common chemotherapy drug could carry a toxic inheritance for children and grandchildren of adolescent cancer survivors, Washington State University-led research indicates. The study, published online in iScience, found that male rats who received the drug ifosfamide during adolescence had offspring and grand-offspring with increased incidence of disease. While other research has shown that cancer
Chris Fountain says he ‘felt really stupid’ after mini-stroke We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A stroke is medically understood as
A trio of researchers from Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare, Aix Marseille University, and the University of Zürich has found that fans flocking to the World Cup in Qatar will be at risk of acquiring Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). In their paper published in the journal New Microbes and New Infections, Jaffar Al-Tawfiq, Philippe Gautret
LMU researchers have identified a protein that is involved in the regulation of immune cells and can curb the development of atherosclerosis. Their research is published in Nature Cardiovascular Research. Cardiovascular diseases related to atherosclerosis are the leading cause of death worldwide. In patients, the body deposits cholesterol esters and other fats in the inner
How NHS spends millions on treating patients ABROAD: Taxpayer forks out for women to give birth, hip and knee ops and tooth extractions in Bulgaria, Belgium and beyond NHS data shows over 5,00 patient had taxpayer-funded elective care overseas The total bill for the planned care has reached just over £4million in four years The
An inspirational mum who had both legs amputated has taken on tandem skydive. Jo Spencer, 55, from County Durham, was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of seven. In May 2020, a blood clot in her main aorta artery caused the toes on her left foot to turn black and blue. ‘As soon as
Regular postsurgical screening is critical for patients with lung cancer, the United States’ second most prevalent type of cancer and leading cause of cancer deaths. In cases involving early-stage non small cell lung cancer, up to half of patients will experience recurrence within the first two years after surgery. For these reasons, guidelines by the
Academics have examined the effect of colour among picky and non-picky eaters, in a first-of-its-kind study. Previous research has demonstrated that the smell and texture of food can affect how it tastes for picky eaters, but little is known about other senses. A team from the University of Portsmouth has discovered the colour of the
The young mother whose dying wish will make TV history: Facing terminal eye cancer, Toni gave permission for her body to be dissected in a ground-breaking documentary. Now her courage and generosity could benefit up to a million other patients The first thing that springs to mind when Jo Crews is asked about her daughter
Parkinson’s disease affects over 10 million people globally, with approximately 60,000 Americans receiving a Parkinson’s diagnosis each year. Testing for the disease is based on clinical examination of typical symptoms that can lead to misdiagnosis and delayed treatment. New research has found that some proteins in the cerebrospinal fluid of people with Parkinson’s disease are
A point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS) program should be developed for use in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), according to a clinical report published online Nov. 28 in Pediatrics. Noting that use of POCUS in emergency situations can be lifesaving in the NICU if performed in a timely manner, Dan L. Stewart, M.D., from Norton Children’s
Parents whose toddlers use certain Green Sprouts bottles or cups need to discard them immediately because of a risk of lead exposure, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns. When the base of the cups come apart, it exposes a solder dot that contains lead, according to a CPSC news release. “Lead is toxic
TOKYO (Reuters) – Shionogi & Co Ltd said on Thursday it had filed for approval in Japan of its experimental COVID-19 vaccine. The move comes two days after Japanese regulators granted emergency approval for Shionogi’s oral treatment for COVID, the first for a domestic drugmaker. The filing for the recombinant protein-based vaccine, known as S-268019,
Using MRI data from the largest long-term study of brain development and child health in the United States, researchers have found that higher weight and body mass index (BMI) in pre-adolescence are associated with poor brain health. The findings are being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
Using MRI data from the largest long-term study of brain development and child health in the United States, researchers have found that higher weight and body mass index (BMI) in pre-adolescence are associated with poor brain health. The findings are being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
While diabetes is already associated with an increased risk of developing breast cancer, a new Vanderbilt study published in Science Advances on November 18 indicates that presence of the disease may increase tumor growth and stiffness. Researchers also found that diabetes treatments could reduce the tumor growth and stiffness to levels comparable with non-diabetic ones.
