Vegetables in general are good for your overall health. However, some of them (potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots) are high in weight-increasing carbohydrates and these can knock you out of ketosis, which is essential if you are on a diet as restrictive as a ketogenic diet. Whether you are following a high-fat, low-carb eating plan or
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A combined analysis of 10 prospective trials, intended to shed light on racial disparities in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) outcomes, saw sharply higher risks of death and myocardial infarction (MI) for Blacks compared with Whites. The burden of comorbidities, including diabetes, was greater for Hispanics and Blacks compared to Whites, but only in Blacks were
Recently, Brigham and Women’s Hospital released a comprehensive app of all of its COVID-19 clinical guidelines, called COVID Protocols, which are also available online. This app joins a growing list of guidelines and protocols from Johns Hopkins (via the Relief Central and Hopkins Abx Guide apps), the World Health Organization, the Society of Critical Care
According to a new study, there is now a clear reason why a lot of fish are declining in numbers and it has a lot to do with the warming of our oceans due to global warming. Warming Oceans Deter Fish Species From Spawning It seems like global warming isn’t just affecting us humans since
A senior official at the US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) said the agency has received far fewer claims than expected from clinicians and hospitals for COVID-19–related testing and treatment for uninsured patients. The official was speaking to reporters on background during a briefing on a new $4 billion distribution of federal COVID-19
Avocados, touted as the cure-all superfood, are also pressed to make an oil full of a healthy fat called oleic acid. It is used as a cooking oil and can be sprinkled on food. It is also used for its moisturizing properties in various cosmetic products. According to a new study published in the journal
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. Clear aerosol boxes designed to keep COVID-19 patients’ airborne droplets from infecting healthcare workers during intubation may actually increase providers’ exposure to the virus, a small study suggests. Joanna P. Simpson, MbChB, an intensivist in the Department of Anaesthesia and Perioperative
I never thought that I would resign with my last day of work being the same day of my resignation. In fact, I did everything in my power to stay at my job, but the job didn’t want me to stay. COVID brought a sharp focus on the difference between my goals and my employer’s
Trying to lose weight while on the famous keto diet? If so, then here are some high-carb foods that you need to stay away from. By now, we should all be aware that the process of losing weight and shedding those extra pounds requires some very mindful eating as well as commitment. In fact, a
A history of repetitive hits to the head (RHI), even without noticeable symptoms, is linked to a significantly increased risk of depression and poorer cognition later in life, new research shows. “We found that a history of exposure to [repetitive hits to the head] from contact sports, military service, or physical abuse, as well as
Selenium deficiency is not spoken about or given the same weightage as vitamins B and D. Nonetheless, it is equally essential for various bodily functions such as DNA synthesis, reproduction, immune, endocrine, metabolic and cardiovascular system processes. The National Institute of Health’s Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) recommends that children aged 14 and older as well as
Dr Pashtun Shahim Concentrations of neurofilament light (NfL) chain in blood can detect concussion, its severity and help predict recovery in patients with mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), new research indicates. “Blood NfL may be used to aid in the diagnosis of patients with concussion or mild TBI [and] to identify individuals at increased risk
[embedded content] ZDoggMD asks for some perspective on COVID-19 and the culture of “safetyism.” Below is a transcript of his remarks on the video: Hey, everyone, Dr. Z. I came to say something really controversial here. We shouldn’t try to save everyone from COVID-19. Why is that controversial? Because we have, over years, developed a
Hunger is a normal part of life and is (or rather supposed to be) self-regulated. It is a signal that it is time to take a filling meal to get the energy you need every day. However, if not controlled right, you could end up being prone to unwanted, unneeded cravings that will leave you
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. Here are the coronavirus stories Medscape’s editors around the globe think you need to know about today. An Elusive Complication Inflammatory disease of the myocardium is a rare, chameleon-like disease, but the diagnosis is even more challenging and controversial in patients
“Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper,” goes the adage, and with good reason. Breakfast sets the tone for the day by increasing your alertness and improving concentration levels, explains Dr. Karolina Miśkiewicz, faculty at the Lodz University of Technology, Poland, in her blog. Skipping breakfast is the wrong
As an ever-increasing number of complex surgeries are regularly being performed in an outpatient setting at ambulatory surgical centers, some brain tumor resections may be safe and feasible for appropriately selected patients, new research suggests. Unadjusted results from a large feasibility study that included more than 300 patients who underwent craniotomy for resection of meningioma
Pneumothorax and other barotrauma was more common in COVID-19 patients on invasive mechanical ventilation than seen for other patients on ventilators, a retrospective study showed. Among invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) patients at NYU Langone Health in New York City during the pandemic surge from March 1 to April 6, barotrauma occurred in 15% of those
COVID-19 testing centers play a major role in determining which areas have locals who might be positive for COVID-19. Though there are a lot more testing sites put up in various areas, it remains that they are not enough to serve most communities. Some are experiencing a shortage in supplies and it appears Sacramento will
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. Here are the coronavirus stories Medscape’s editors around the globe think you need to know about today WHO Steps Up The World Health Organization (WHO) is preparing a scientific brief to address the continually emerging evidence on transmission of COVID-19 and
Incorporating more fiber into your diet can lead to some pretty amazing health benefits that will last you for years to come. How To Eat More Fiber For Better Health “Eat more fiber” may be a phrase that you’ve already come across multiple times. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find an internet article about
Although fusions in the neurotrophic receptor tyrosine kinase (NTRK) gene are rare in gastrointestinal carcinomas (found in fewer than 5% of cases), they should be looked for, inasmuch as treatment with the TRK inhibitor entrectinib (Rozlytrek, Genentech/Roche) can achieve robust and durable responses, say researchers. This point was made during several presentations at the virtual
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, U.S. policymakers, healthcare leaders, and the public alike have looked far and wide for a technological fix to the crisis. News coverage has focused on the search for “magic bullet” cures; hospitals have ramped up ventilator supplies; and there have been widespread calls for increased testing capacity. Other nations have
Eating out has been a no-no for months due to the coronavirus pandemic. The risk of catching the pathogen is greater when one is in a public place, especially in restaurants where there is a need to expose your face as you munch your food. But now some states are allowing restaurants to resume indoor
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved fostemsavir (Rukobia, ViiV Healthcare), a first-in-class attachment inhibitor for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults. Fostemsavir is indicated for use in combination with other antiretroviral (ARV) agents in heavily treatment-experienced adults with multidrug-resistant HIV-1 infection who fail to achieve viral suppression on other regimens due to
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way many people view seasonal diseases and viral infections. As the world is currently battling the fatal disease, most are taking extra precautions very seriously so as not to catch COVID-19. And people turn to regular news to learn more about the virus and other potential public health threats.
The severity of head injury in traumatic brain injury (TBI) is significantly linked with the risk of developing posttraumatic epilepsy (PTE) and seizures, and PTE itself further worsens outcomes at 12 months, findings from an analysis of a large, prospective database suggest. “We found that patients essentially have a 10-times greater risk of developing posttraumatic
Welcome to this week’s edition of Healthcare Career Insights. This weekly roundup highlights healthcare career-related articles culled from across the Web to help you learn what’s next. Lisa Grabl is president of the locum tenens division of CompHealth, the nation’s largest locum tenens physician staffing company and a leader in permanent and temporary allied healthcare