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Experts examine the safety of probiotics
A new review, published in Gut Microbes by experts in probiotic science, considers whether emerging evidence raises any new safety concerns for probiotics. The review provides a comprehensive list of potential probiotic risks, along with recommendations for assessing whether a given probiotic product is safe. Read more Source: Medical Xpress
Obstructive sleep apnea and cognitive decline: Study suggests direct link
A study finds that obstructive sleep apnea can result in a loss of cognitive function. The study indicates that loss of cognitive function from obstructive sleep apnea can occur as early as middle age in men. Read more Source: Medical News Today
Bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine shown to be highly effective in reducing deaths and hospitalizations
Since September, 2022, bivalent mRNA vaccines—which contain elements from both the original wild type COVID strain and an updated component from the omicron strain—have replaced older style monovalent boosters in the U.S., Israel, and other countries. These vaccines were designed to help improve vaccine-induced immunity against the omicron variant and subsequent subvariants. Read more Source: […]
Heart disease: New study clarifies effectiveness of surgery for valve condition
About 24 million people around the world are affected by a type of heart valve disease called mitral regurgitation. Researchers from West Virginia University report that the rate of successful repair in the United States was more than 90% and mortality risk after surgery was less than 1% for most people. Read more Source: Medical […]
What symptoms can indicate high and low blood sugars?
When blood sugars are high, known as hyperglycemia, or low, known as hypoglycemia, people can experience a variety of symptoms that range from mild to serious. People with untreated symptoms can develop serious or life threatening complications. Read more Source: Medical News Today
Obesity: Men and women have different drivers that lead to weight gain
New research suggests that obesity affects different parts of the brain in men and women, potentially requiring sex-specific treatment options. Read more Source: Medical News Today
Why sitting with crossed legs could be bad for you
As comfy as it may be to sit with your legs crossed, is it bad for your health and posture? Let’s take a look at the evidence. Read more Source: Medical Xpress
Hypertension: Strength training effective for managing blood pressure, study finds
Data from a systematic review and meta-analysis found that strength training may be an effective non-medication option for the management of high blood pressure. However, its effectiveness depends on factors like intensity level and duration. Read more Source: Medical News Today
Too Little Dietary Salt Can Mean Trouble for Heart Failure Patients
Although doctors recommend low-salt diets for heart failure patients, a new study suggests that lowering it too much may be harmful Read more Source: HealthDay
Fewer surveillance MRIs may be appropriate for patients with incidental pituitary lesions
A cohort study of persons with incidental pituitary microadenomas found that approximately two-thirds of the microadenomas remained unchanged or decreased in size over time. These findings suggest that less frequent pituitary magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) surveillance for patients with incidental pituitary microadenomas may be safe. The findings are published in Annals of Internal Medicine. Read […]