Month: March 2022

A large study has debunked the anecdotal claims on the efficacy of the anti-parasitic drug ivermectin against COVID-19. Despite what some experts previously believed, the dewormer did not help treat patients infected with SARS-CoV-2.  Ivermectin vs. COVID-19 Since the early days of the pandemic, some experts and medical doctors have been adamant about the purported
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Hidden formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers found in many cosmetics and other products, including personal protective equipment to shield healthcare workers from COVID-19, provoke allergic reactions in some people, report the authors of a clinical review update. “Formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers are still widely present in our environment and continue to be important causes of contact allergy
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How to Plan for Sick Days with Diabetes – Diabetes Daily Learning Center Learning Center: LearningCenter Diabetes Daily does not provide medical advice,diagnosis or treatment.Get additional information.© 2005 – 2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit
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A cardiologist is suing Epic Systems for copyright infringement, alleging in legal documents that the nation’s leading electronic health record (EHR) vendor distributed his heart disease assessment tool without a license. Earlier this month, John Spertus, MD, of Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute in Kansas City, Missouri, filed a lawsuit in the Western District
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Welcome to our newest blog series, “Five Questions With…”  In this series, we will highlight the unsung heroes that make healthcare work. From guest services to the phlebotomist, the pet therapy volunteer, and the environmental services workers.  These individuals enhance our experiences when we are getting care and highlight human connection and support. Thank you for all
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A team of researchers has found that caffeine could actually be a possible treatment for some of the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that’s marked by a pattern of hyperactivity and/or inattention, noted the authors of a study published in the journal Nutrients. It is said to be the “most commonly diagnosed
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PARIS, France — Fewer than 1% of patients with intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs) of the branch ducts develop adenocarcinoma after 5 years of follow-up monitoring, according to a French observational study. These findings were presented during the Francophone Days of Hepato-gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Oncology (JFHOD 2022). This rate of adenocarcinoma falls well below those
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Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) remains harder to treat therapeutically due to the high existing genetic heterogeneity not only between patients but also between the population of subclones of cancer cells within the same person. Despite the knowledge advances, understanding the metabolic characteristics of altered cells in this pathology is one of the scientific challenges for
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Jessica Jones is the relatable voice we all need to hear right now. She’s an award-winning blogger, mental health activist, author, and mum of four, who’s on a mission to help us all own our lives, fully and unapologetically Before I launch the Zoom call to connect with Jess Jones, I have a moment. There
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Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. President Joe Biden on Wednesday unveiled a federal website that promises “one-stop shopping” for free masks and COVID-19 tests, vaccines, and treatments. The website, covid.gov, also includes a list of pharmacies that will be part of the new “test-to-treat” program. “You’ll
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Homemade Keto Alfredo Sauce Recipe – Diabetes Daily Learning Center Learning Center: LearningCenter Diabetes Daily does not provide medical advice,diagnosis or treatment.Get additional information.© 2005 – 2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission.
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U.S. President Joe Biden receives a second coranavirus disease (COVID-19) booster vaccination after delivering remarks on COVID-19 in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building’s South Court Auditorium at the White House in Washington, U.S., March 30, 2022.  Kevin Lamarque | Reuters President Joe Biden warned Wednesday that the U.S. will not have enough Covid vaccine shots
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Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine has been recognized as one of the best medical schools in the nation, ranking 17th among research-oriented institutions, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, released today. These year’s U.S. News rankings include several institutions with ties: Feinberg was ranked immediately after a three-way tie for
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In a largely unvaccinated population, high-titer convalescent plasma given early after development of COVID-19 reduced hospitalizations, a randomized controlled trial showed. COVID-19-related hospitalization or death within 28 days occurred in 2.9% of transfusion recipients compared with 6.3% of recipients of control plasma (P=0.005), for a relative 54% risk reduction that was entirely accounted for by
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The number of fires that firefighters put out yearly is associated with their subsequent risk of atrial fibrillation, a new study suggests. With increasing fire exposure, defined as fires fought annually, firefighters had a higher rate of atrial fibrillation, reported Paari Dominic, MD, of Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Louisiana, and colleagues. It is important
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To create a safer learning environment for Black students, schools should turn to culturally relevant and Afrocentric policies and practices that better incorporate their identity in the school culture, according to a new University at Buffalo-led study. The research, published earlier this year in School Psychology International, suggested that practices such as allowing Black students
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