MEDICAL STUDY

May 23 2025HEALTH

How Cooling Patches Affects Babies' Vaccine Experience

A recent study looked into how a cooling patch affects babies during a common vaccine. The focus was on how much pain the babies felt and how happy they were with the whole process. The vaccine in question is the one that protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. The research team wanted to see if this cooling patch, called ShotBlocker, could make a differen...

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Omega-3 on Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a condition that affects many people with female reproductive systems. It causes pain and can make it hard to get pregnant. People have looked into different ways to manage this condition. One such method is the use of Omega-3 fatty acids. These are found in foods like fish and nuts. They are known for their health benefits. So, researchers want...

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

Cannabis Use and Dementia Risk in Older Adults

It is no secret that cannabis use is on the rise among older adults. A recent study has brought to light a concerning trend. Older adults who have gone to the hospital or emergency room due to cannabis use may face a higher risk of developing dementia. This risk is nearly double compared to their peers who did not seek care for cannabis-related issues. Even when ...

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Mar 26 2025HEALTH

How a Common Medicine Is Losing Its Punch in Uganda

In Uganda, a big problem has popped up. A medicine that has been a go-to for treating malaria is starting to lose its effectiveness. This medicine is called Artemisinin. It has been a key player in fighting malaria for a long time. But now, it is not working as well as it used to. This is a serious issue because malaria is a big deal in Uganda. It affects many people...

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

A New Hope for Joint Pain: Fasinumab's Journey

Imagine living with constant knee or hip pain. That's the reality for many people with osteoarthritis (OA). This condition is a major cause of discomfort and limited mobility. Recently, a new drug called fasinumab has been tested to see if it can help. Fasinumab is a nerve growth factor inhibitor, which means it targets the body's pain signals. The goal of the study ...

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Do Eyes Need Balance, Too? The Story of Oxidative Balance Score and Glaucoma

Once upon a time, in the world of eye health, researchers started noticing a connection between Oxidative Balance and Glaucoma. Its an important topic since so many people around the world are impacted. To see why, take a look at Oxidative Balance Score (OBS). No it doesn't have anything to do with your emotions or mood. In simple terms, its the balance betw...

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Jan 27 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and ADHD: A Journey of Up and Downs

Being pregnant is a big change, but imagine facing it while also dealing with ADHD. You might think it's too much to handle, but a recent study found that it's manageable. Women with ADHD might deliver their babies a bit early or need a C-section more often. The good news is, most babies are healthy. Plus, taking ADHD meds during pregnancy didn't seem to cause major ...

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

What Happens When You Mix HIV Drug Albuvirtide with Antibiotic Rifampicin?

Imagine mixing two different drugs to see what happens. Scientists did exactly that with Albuvirtide (ABT), a new HIV drug, and Rifampicin (RIF), an antibiotic. They gave these drugs to healthy volunteers and checked their blood using advanced lab tests. Turns out, taking RIF with ABT made ABT work better in the body. ABT's peak level increased by 6. 93% and its tota...

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

The Kidney Guard: HPI in Surgery

Did you know that doctors use a special tool called the Hypotension Prediction Index (HPI) to watch out for kidney problems during big surgeries? Your kidneys need steady blood pressure, and HPI helps doctors keep it that way. A recent study looked into whether using HPI could lower the chance of kidney injury after surgery. Imagine you're having a big operation. Yo...

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Dec 31 2024HEALTH

Fosfomycin's Fight Against Drug-Resistant Urinary Infections

Doctors in a recent study explored whether giving high doses of intravenous fosfomycin could effectively treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by a particularly tough bacterium called KPC carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae (KPC-Kp). They weren't just trying to see if it worked; they also wanted to know if checking how sensitive the bacteria were to ...

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