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Study: Most stroke survivors can safely take two types of common antidepressants

Most stroke survivors were able to safely take two types of common antidepressants, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024.

1 Feb 2024

Newer clot-buster may offer a safe, effective way to treat ischemic stroke in mobile stroke units

Compared with the standard clot-busting medication alteplase, the newer clot-buster tenecteplase may offer a safe, effective and simpler way to treat ischemic (clot-caused) stroke in mobile stroke units, according to real-world experiences detailed in a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024.

1 Feb 2024

Dementia risk can be the highest in the first year after stroke

Having a stroke may significantly increase the risk of developing dementia. The risk of dementia was the highest in the first year after a stroke and remained elevated over a period of twenty years, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024.

1 Feb 2024

Early whole blood transfusion boosts survival in trauma patients

Significant bleeding due to traumatic injury is the number one cause of preventable deaths in the U.S., with the majority of deaths occurring within six hours.

31 Jan 2024

New review aims to help clinicians diagnose and manage PCOS

A recent review article in CMAJ explores the state of current knowledge on the diagnosis and treatment of this chronic disorder.

30 Jan 2024

Preventing adverse outcomes in ART-related twin pregnancies using aspirin

The effectiveness of low-dose aspirin (LDA) in reducing adverse pregnancy outcomes

30 Jan 2024

Revolutionary bio-sponge halts bleeding instantly

More than 11 million people in the United States take anticoagulation or antiplatelet medications, such as heparin or aspirin, to treat serious conditions like heart attack and stroke.

22 Jan 2024

Does space travel impact the human reproductive system?

How space travel, space radiation, and microgravity affect human reproductive functions.

22 Jan 2024

Study explores social and economic factors linked to withdrawal of life support after intracerebral hemorrhage

Living in a high-income neighborhood, having private health insurance, and being older are tied to an increased likelihood that life support will be withdrawn for people who have suffered severe bleeding in the brain, a new study shows.

18 Jan 2024

New bioengineered strategy shows potential for treating ulcerative colitis

By taking advantage of mechanisms that allow cancer cells to evade immune attack, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have developed a new strategy in animal models that has potential for treating ulcerative colitis.

17 Jan 2024

AI-driven algorithm accurately predicts death, complications after percutaneous coronary intervention

When a person has one or more blocked arteries, providers may choose to conduct a minimally invasive procedure known as percutaneous coronary intervention, or PCI.

17 Jan 2024

Researchers uncover the role of inherited genetic variants in rare type of blood cancer

Large-scale genetic analysis has helped researchers uncover the interplay between cancer-driving genetic mutations and inherited genetic variants in a rare type of blood cancer.

17 Jan 2024

Alzheimer's disease found to have five distinct subtypes

Researchers identified five distinct molecular subtypes of Alzheimer's disease using proteomic sequencing, suggesting personalized treatment approaches based on each subtype's unique genetic and pathological characteristics.

10 Jan 2024

Study reveals disparities in contraceptive access for Medicare enrollees with disabilities

Contraceptive use is low among reproductive-aged people with disabilities who are enrolled in Medicare, according to a new study from the University of Pittsburgh that highlights how lack of contraceptive coverage by Medicare may prevent disabled enrollees from accessing contraception.

8 Jan 2024

Age plays a critical role in the diagnosis of von Willebrand disease, study reveals

New research by RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences published in Blood journal has revealed that the age at which individuals are tested for von Willebrand disease (VWD), a common bleeding disorder, significantly affects their diagnosis.

8 Jan 2024

Comprehensive insights on pathophysiology and clinical management of atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major global health concern impacting millions and causing symptoms like palpitations, dyspnea, fatigue, dizziness, and chest discomfort.

8 Jan 2024

Sesame oil supplementation: a potential breakthrough in postmenopausal osteoporosis prevention?

Daily sesame oil supplementation in ovariectomized rats was found to prevent osteoporosis by enhancing bone formation, reducing bone resorption, and maintaining serum estrogen and aromatase levels.

7 Jan 2024

Gonorrhea cases surge 64% post-COVID lockdown in England, highlighting unintended STI suppression

A study analyzing data from the Genitourinary Medicine Clinic Activity Dataset in England shows a 64% increase in gonorrhea diagnoses following the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions, despite only a 5.6% increase in STI testing, suggesting that social distancing may have suppressed STI transmission.

4 Jan 2024

AI could revolutionize ambulance care by providing real-time patient assessment

Assessing how seriously injured a person is, involves weighing up lots of different parameters fast. If healthcare professionals could get support making fast-paced, life-critical decisions from an AI tool, more lives could be saved.

4 Jan 2024

New approach leverages macrophages to treat traumatic brain injury

Scientists have created a new treatment for traumatic brain injury (TBI) that shrank brain lesions by 56% and significantly reduced local inflammation levels in pigs.

3 Jan 2024

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Study: Most stroke survivors can safely take two types of common antidepressants

Newer clot-buster may offer a safe, effective way to treat ischemic stroke in mobile stroke units

Dementia risk can be the highest in the first year after stroke

Early whole blood transfusion boosts survival in trauma patients

New review aims to help clinicians diagnose and manage PCOS

Preventing adverse outcomes in ART-related twin pregnancies using aspirin

Revolutionary bio-sponge halts bleeding instantly

Does space travel impact the human reproductive system?

Study explores social and economic factors linked to withdrawal of life support after intracerebral hemorrhage

New bioengineered strategy shows potential for treating ulcerative colitis

AI-driven algorithm accurately predicts death, complications after percutaneous coronary intervention

Researchers uncover the role of inherited genetic variants in rare type of blood cancer

Alzheimer's disease found to have five distinct subtypes

Study reveals disparities in contraceptive access for Medicare enrollees with disabilities

Age plays a critical role in the diagnosis of von Willebrand disease, study reveals

Comprehensive insights on pathophysiology and clinical management of atrial fibrillation

Sesame oil supplementation: a potential breakthrough in postmenopausal osteoporosis prevention?

Gonorrhea cases surge 64% post-COVID lockdown in England, highlighting unintended STI suppression

AI could revolutionize ambulance care by providing real-time patient assessment

New approach leverages macrophages to treat traumatic brain injury

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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