Diabetes Drug Linked to a Decreased Risk of Dementia
According to the scientists, it could be worthwhile to prioritize these drugs for future repurposing research. According to a long-term study recently published in the…
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Evidence for “Substantial” Monkeypox Transmission Up to 4 Days Before Symptoms Appear
Transmission detected up to four days before symptoms. Findings may have important implications for infection control globally. Scientists have found evidence for “substantial” monkeypox transmission…
Researchers Find Link Between Artificial Sweeteners and Heart Disease
These food additives “should not be considered a healthy and safe alternative to sugar,” argue researchers. A potential direct association between higher artificial sweetener consumption…
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked With Heart Disease, Bowel Cancer and Death
Findings add further evidence in support of policies that limit ultra-processed foods. Two large research studies published by The BMJ last week find links between…
Caffeine Metabolite May Slow Progression of Nearsightedness in Children
If proved effective in clinical trials, 7-MX could be a valuable future treatment. A metabolite of caffeine, known as 7-MX, may slow the progression of…
Research Shows Salt Substitutes Lower Risk of Heart Attack/Stroke and Death
Researchers say beneficial effects likely to apply to people everywhere. According to a pooled data analysis of the available evidence, dietary salt substitutes lower the…
Infertility, Miscarriage, and Stillbirth Can All Increase Your Risk of Stroke
One potential female-specific stroke risk factor is a history of miscarriage or stillbirth According to an analysis of observational studies published in The BMJ, infertility…
Increased Risk of Serious Blood Clots Up to Six Months After COVID-19
Research uncovered an increased risk of pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in the lung) up to six months after covid-19 infection, deep vein thrombosis (a…
“Good Evidence” That ADHD Drugs May Also Successfully Treat Alzheimer’s Dementia
Researchers say clinical trials of ‘noradrenergic’ drugs are now warranted. According to a new pooled data analysis of the available research, there is “good evidence”…
Doctors Warn of Vitamin D Supplement “Overdosing” – Man Hospitalized After Losing 28 Pounds
‘Hypervitaminosis D’ is on the rise and linked to a wide range of potentially serious health issues. Doctors are warning that ‘Overdosing’ on vitamin D…
This Simple 10 Second Balance Test Can Tell if Your Risk of Death Is Double
The inability to stand on one leg for 10 seconds in mid to later life is linked to a near doubling in risk of death….
Trained Sniffer Dogs Accurately Detect Airport Passengers With COVID-19
Likely to be especially valuable in the early stages of any pandemic, suggest researchers. Trained sniffer dogs can accurately detect airport passengers infected with SARS-CoV-2,…
Coffee’s Link to Raised Cholesterol Depends on Drinker’s Sex Plus Brewing Method
Widest gender difference seen for espresso; narrowest for plunger (cafetière) coffee. The sex of the drinker, as well as the brewing method, may be key…
Calcium Supplements Linked to Earlier Death in Older People With Heart Valve Disease
Calcium supplements, which are frequently given to older people to lessen the risk of brittle bones (osteoporosis) and fractures, are linked to an increased risk…
Disinfectant Use During Pregnancy Linked to Asthma and Eczema in Children
Use of disinfectants by pregnant women may be a risk factor for asthma and eczema in their children, finds a population study, published online in…
Low Folate (Vitamin B9) May Be Linked to Heightened Dementia and Death Risks in Older People
Low levels of folate (vitamin B9) in the blood may be linked to a heightened risk of dementia and death from any cause in older…
True Impact of Homeopathy May Be “Substantially” Overestimated – “Concerning Lack of Scientific and Ethical Standards”
Poor research practice suggests that the true impact of homeopathy may be substantially overestimated, finds an analysis of the current body of evidence on the…
Increased Risk of Mental Health Disorders – Including Anxiety and Depression – After COVID-19 Infection
Tackling mental health disorders among survivors of COVID-19 should be a priority, say researchers. A study published by The BMJ recently finds that covid-19 is…
