Glioblastoma, an aggressive cancer in the brain or spinal cord, has proven stubbornly resistant to newer immunotherapies. And radiation and chemotherapy, the standard treatment for glioblastoma, result in fewer than […]
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Review reports improved transparency in antidepressant drug trials
New research suggests manufacturers of newly developed antidepressant drugs have become more forthcoming about clinical trials that don’t pan out. A new review and meta-analysis, published today in the journal […]
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Appendectomy or Antibiotics? Large Trial Helps Decision Making
A new analysis of data from a major US trial comparing antibiotics to surgery for appendicitis yielded more information that can help patients weigh options for treatment. The presence of […]
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Stroke: ‘Subtle’ signs of a ‘silent’ stroke – ‘warning signs’ may not be ‘obvious’
Miriam tells Loose Women coming out could be linked to mother's stroke We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of […]
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Antifreeze cream prevents frostbite injuries to skin
Skiers, hikers, soldiers and others exposed to extreme cold temperatures can experience frostbite—a painful injury that occurs when ice crystals form in the skin. Many extremely cold areas are also […]
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Bowel cancer symptoms: The ‘constant’ sign indicating a ‘bowel obstruction’
Deborah James discusses bowel cancer signs and symptoms We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include […]
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Race-based prescribing for Black people with high blood pressure shows no benefit
Generations of physicians have been taught that Black people with high blood pressure should be treated with a narrower range of medication options than all other racial groups. This race-based […]
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Pediatric CAP: Short 5-Day Antibiotic Course Beats 10-Day
The evidence is in: Less is more when it comes to treating uncomplicated community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in young children. Five days of antibiotic therapy resulted in a superior clinical response […]
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Is it better to wear an N95 or cloth mask right now?
Is it better to wear an N95 or cloth mask right now? Health experts suggest stepping up protection against the highly contagious omicron variant with stronger masks such as N95s […]
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Factors identified for eventual surgery in patients with appendicitis
Presence of an appendicolith is associated with a nearly twofold increased risk for undergoing appendectomy within 30 days of initiating antibiotics for appendicitis, according to a study published online Jan. […]
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