Psychosis patients should be involved when exercise routine is being designed for them: Researchers
Patients experiencing psychosis lose touch with reality. patients recovering from a psychotic episode need to be involved when their physical exercise routine... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNovel medication more effective for patients with relapsed blood cancer
The medicine increases anti-cancer activity via altering immune cells. The hematopoietic cell transplant team at Osaka Metropolitan University Graduate School... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNew AI model to speed up heart scans, save time, boost treatment
While previous studies focused on only the two main chambers of the heart, new study focuses on all the four. Researchers have developed a very innovative method... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHow likely is one to experience withdrawal symptoms upon discontinuing antidepressants, study finds
One in every six people taking antidepressants will experience withdrawal symptoms, while one in 35 will likely experience severe ones upon stopping. One in... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaStudy reveals how infertility treatment can double risk of postpartum heart disease
The increase in heart disease could stem from the infertility treatments themselves, the underlying medical issues that made patients infertile or some other... Key Points
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Sepsis, tropical fever most common causes for community-acquired acute kidney injury in India: Study
The findings underscored the high mortality risk among patients from most deprived socio-economic groups. Sepsis and tropical fever were found to be the... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaStudy shows blood flow changes in eyes could influence visual symptoms of migraines
Washington DC [US], January 13 (ANI): A new study has shown that fluctuations in blood flow in the retina could explain why certain migraine patients experience visual abnormalities. The findings may provide a long-awaited visible marker for migraines that doctors may use to aid in the medical treatment of the condition. Show Full Article While […] Key Points
ThePrintModerna, Merck begin late-stage study for mRNA cancer therapy
Moderna (MRNA.O) and Merck & Co (MRK.N) said on Monday they have started a late-stage trial of their experimental personalized mRNA cancer treatment in combination with blockbuster drug Keytruda for patients with a type of lung cancer. Key Points
ReutersWHO updates its guidance on treatments for COVID-19
WHO recommends the use of antiviral drug nirmatrelvir-ritonavir in patients with non-severe COVID-19 at high and moderate risk of hospital admission. The World Health Organization (WHO) has updated its guidance on treatments for patients with COVID-19, providing latest, trustworthy advice on the management of the disease to help doctors make better decisions. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaYour coronary calcium scores too can predict risk for heart disease
Researchers identified 429 heart attack patients who also had coronary artery calcium scans. While high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes and smoking are well known heart disease risks, not everyone who has a heart attack has them. Key Points
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A Cutting-Edge Cancer Treatment May Cause Cancer. The FDA Is Investigating
CAR-T cell therapy harnesses the immune system to attack blood cancers. Six years after approving the first treatment, the FDA is investigating whether it can give rise to secondary cancers. Key Points
WIREDHigh-dose Covid treatment less effective in India than Europe: Lancet study
The study emphasises where patients are from can affect how well treatments work. It pointed out that in countries like India, the treatment not work as well. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesA day of joy as kids at KGMU ward treated with gifts and goodies
Children at the paediatric surgery ward of KGMU celebrated Children's Day with gift packages containing snacks and hospital essentials organized by Seva Sankalp. The Kalyan Singh Cancer Institute also hosted a small Diwali celebration for patients. Key Points
Hindustan TimesYour coronary calcium scores too can predict risk for heart disease
Researchers identified 429 heart attack patients who also had coronary artery calcium scans. While high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes and smoking are well known heart disease risks, not everyone who has a heart attack has them. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWHO updates its guidance on treatments for COVID-19
WHO recommends the use of antiviral drug nirmatrelvir-ritonavir in patients with non-severe COVID-19 at high and moderate risk of hospital admission. The World Health Organization (WHO) has updated its guidance on treatments for patients with COVID-19, providing latest, trustworthy advice on the management of the disease to help doctors make better decisions. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaFrailty may cause serious morbidity after surgery, says study
Winston-Salem (North Carolina) [US], November 6 (ANI): According to a new study from Wake Forest University School of Medicine, frailty is related to greater chances of death and serious morbidity after surgery. JAMA Network Open published the findings of the study. “Frailty refers to a lack of functional or physiological reserve that determines whether patients […] Key Points
ThePrintShrapnel wounds, burns to PTSD — Gaza surgeons' uphill battle to save lives as supplies run out
At Al-Shifa and Nasser Hospitals, medical supplies have run out. Doctors are on 12-hour plus shifts even as they themselves face psychological stress & trauma, say surgeons. Key Points
ThePrintEU regulator to discuss anaesthesia risk for weight-loss drugs
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) will discuss the risk that patients on Wegovy, Ozempic or similar drugs may suffer certain complications under anaesthesia that can lead to pneumonia, according to an agenda posted on the regulator's website. Key Points
ReutersStudy finds oral anticoagulation not effective in patients with atrial high-rate episodes
Amsterdam [Netherlands], August 28 (ANI): According to a study presented in a Hot Line session at ESC Congress 2023, blood thinners (anticoagulants) cause bleeding without preventing stroke in individuals with atrial high rate episodes (AHRE), but without electrocardiogram (ECG)-diagnosed atrial fibrillation. The findings of the study were published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Show […] Key Points
ThePrintExplainer: Who is eligible for the new FDA-approved Alzheimer's drug?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday granted standard approval to Eisai (4523.T) and Biogen's (BIIB.O) Leqembi for patients with Alzheimer's disease. Key Points
ReutersNew study expands understanding of treatment-resistant hypertension
California [US], June 26 (ANI): Medication keeps hypertension–high blood pressure that can lead to stroke or heart attack–at bay for many patients. But what if the medication that doctors generally give doesn’t work? This type of high blood pressure, known as apparent resistant hypertension (aRH), necessitates additional medicine and medical attention. New research from the […] Key Points
ThePrintpatients with heat-related ailments queue up hospital OPDs
Rising temperatures in the state capital are causing a surge in heat-related illnesses, with at least 50 patients a day visiting the OPD in the medicine department alone. Symptoms include fever, dehydration and nausea. Doctors advise drinking plenty of water and seeking medical attention if necessary. Key Points
Hindustan TimesSewri TB hospital to introduce non-veg food as diet option to patients
In 2014, the BMC had awarded the contract to prepare meals for patients at the 750-bed Sewri TB hospital, which is the largest TB hospital in Asia, to the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). However, lack of necessary nutrition, animal protein, garlic, and ginger were always felt by patients with several demands by corporators to introduce non-vegetarian food in the diet. | Mumbai news Key Points
Hindustan TimesStudy discover emotion-focused therapy for bipolar disorder
A therapeutic tool focused on emotional awareness that increased activation and connectivity of an emotion-regulating centre in the brain has been discovered by researchers. The therapy may be useful in the long-term treatment and prevention of relapse in bipolar disorder (BD). Key Points
The Tribune IndiaAn Arkansas psychiatrist held patients against their will and fraudulently billed Medicaid to the point it skewed the state's data, investigators say
Dr. Brian Hyatt's billing practices were so extreme that they skewed data for the entire Medicaid program in Arkansas, according to an affidavit. Key Points
InsiderA psychiatrist held patients against their will in an inpatient facility so he could fraudulently bill Medicaid at the highest rate, Arkansas investigators say
Dr. Brian Hyatt's billing practices were so extreme that they skewed data for the entire Medicaid program in Arkansas, according to an affidavit. Key Points
InsiderActive Covid cases up 20-fold in a month, only 1% of patients need hospitalisation
According to BMC, on March 31, of the 4,349 beds reserved for Covid-19 patients, only 57 were occupied, with a bed occupancy of 1.31 per cent. Among the 57, 41 patients were admitted in public hospitals and the remaining in private hospitals. Key Points
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