The Endocrine Society has issued an updated clinical practice guideline on the prevention and management of hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes who are at a high risk, addressing the wide variety of treatment advances, such as insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, that have appeared since the publication of the society’s last guideline on
Month: December 2022
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — December’s full moon, also known as the “cold moon,” will shine bright in the night sky this Wednesday, peaking at 11:08 p.m. ET. Jupiter, Saturn and Mars will also be visible in the
While we always hope the holidays will be relaxed and joyful, stress can show up as we navigate family dynamics, financial strains, and societal pressure. Here we share some ideas to help you find mindful moments so you can return to calm 1. Wrapping gifts Whether you love or loathe gift wrapping, there are a
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The randomized, placebo-controlled CLEAR Outcomes trial has shown a significant reduction in risk for a composite cardiovascular (CV) endpoint among its patients treated with the lipid-lowering agent bempedoic acid (Nexletol), the drug’s owner, Esperion, announced today. The trial marks the first time an ATP-citrate lyase inhibitor has shown significant and “clinically meaningful” benefit for patients not
‘Tis the season of giving – not only gifts for family and friends, but many get in the spirit of giving to their community during the holidays, too. Giving to a cause you’re passionate about is even more rewarding, knowing that you’re helping someone who you may relate to or have a special connection to.
If the last time you thought about meditation was when the Beatles made the White Album – you’re in for a surprise. Research shows that sometimes meditation can be almost as effective as medication. Meditation Benefits Older Adults Research keeps growing on meditation’s benefits, from boosting the immune system to easing depression to helping mild
This year we’ve been celebrating Cancer Research UK’s 20th year. And while it might be the charity’s 20th anniversary, many of us research nurses have been working in cancer research for longer. Research nurses work in clinical trials. We play a vital role in making sure patients are safe and cared for whilst also ensuring
The Chinese government’s move Wednesday to further roll back strict Covid-19 measures should boost the prospects for a host of Club holdings with substantial operations in China, including Estee Lauder (EL), Wynn Resorts (WYNN) and Starbucks ( SBUX), all of which have been weighed down by nearly three years of lockdowns. The news China’s National
A team of researchers from Nagoya University in central Japan investigated how restrictions on children’s activities during the COVID-19 pandemic affected their life habits and their abilities to perform physical activities. By comparing medical examination data before and after the onset of the pandemic, they found that physical functions among adolescents deteriorated, including their dynamic
SAN ANTONIO — A CDK4/6 inhibitor plus endocrine therapy combination extended progression-free survival (PFS) by nearly a year compared with chemotherapy as first-line treatment for premenopausal patients with aggressive, hormone receptor (HR)-positive/HER2-negative advanced breast cancer, a randomized study showed. In the phase II trial, median PFS reached 24.0 months with ribociclib (Kisqali) plus endocrine therapy
Harvard Medical School genetics professor Connie Cepko and postdoctoral researcher Wenjun Xiong talk about developing a gene therapy to stave off blindness. Read the full story at http://hms.harvard.edu/news/seeing-light
Before birth, oxygen travels from mom to baby. Oxygenated blood flows through a tiny flap from one side of the heart to the other. Dr. Peter Pollak, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says when you’re born, you take your first breath, and that flap closes. And it seals in most people. But in approximately 1 out
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The next in our series focussing on research integrity finds Dr Andrew Porter exploring the dangers of publishing with a limited methods section, asking how we can reverse this trend and, incredibly, taking a lesson from the Great British Bake Off… This may strike you as an odd way to start a column about research
Make fun the star of the party this year While covid is sadly far from gone, life is returning to ‘normal’ for many. This includes some returning to the office and workplace social events coming back. Keen to reconnect with colleagues and celebrate the festive season, it’s no surprise that Christmas parties are high on
Intermittent fasting is all the rage today as people follow this method to gain health benefits. But a new study suggests that there may be possible negative consequences of fasting intermittently. The study, published in the journal Eating Behaviors, found intermittent fasting in adolescents and younger population can lead to behaviors and psychopathology of eating
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. By August 2022, 2½ years into the COVID-19 pandemic, most children and adults younger than 60 years had been vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 or showed evidence of having been infected by the virus, new data suggest. A Canadian seroprevalence study of almost
A newly updated clinical guideline from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) provides recommendations on the use of radiation therapy and systemic therapy after surgery to treat patients with endometrial cancer. The guideline also considers the role of surgical staging and molecular profiling techniques in determining whether a patient should receive post-operative therapy. The
Editor’s Note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of “Practical Solutions for Back Pain Relief.” CNN — For many people, back pain can make it difficult to function in everyday life. It affects how you move, feel
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NASHVILLE — There is no negative impact of in utero exposure to antiseizure medications on children’s creativity, new research shows. Dr Kimford Meador The results of this study, along with other research, suggest the risk for cognitive problems “is fairly low” overall for children of women with epilepsy taking lamotrigine or levetiracetam, study investigator, Kimford
Milan2099 | E+ | Getty Images Long Covid is a chronic illness with far-reaching impact, both in terms of health and household finance. As many as 23 million Americans have suffered long-haul symptoms of Covid-19, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. But there are steps individuals and their families can take to blunt
Teens with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) who took bromocriptine, a medication used to treat Parkinson’s disease and Type 2 diabetes, had lower blood pressure and less stiff arteries after one month of treatment compared to those who did not take the medicine, according to a small study published today in Hypertension, an American Heart Association
WASHINGTON — Doctor groups have their holiday wish list for Congress all written down, and not surprisingly, stopping cuts to Medicare physician payments are at the top of the list. Physicians are facing two types of payment cuts in the Medicare program, unless Congress acts to stop them, Anders Gilberg, MGA, senior vice president for
Salmaan Keshavjee, associate professor of global health and social medicine, focuses on improving the delivery of care to those with tuberculosis. This video is part of a series in which researchers explain the importance of their work. To view the series, go to hms.harvard.edu/research/science-matters
It can be incredibly tough to see your child going through self-harm. From a mother who has experienced it herself, we share steps for supporting them on their journey ⚠️ Content warning: This article includes frank discussion of the details of self-harm When my child was 10, I discovered they were self-harming. I want to