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UAMS launches HEART Moms to bolster maternal health in rural Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — The University of Arkansas Medical Sciences (UAM) is preparing to enhance maternal health services in rural areas with the launch of the HEART Moms program, funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The initiative, led by the UAMS Obstetrics and Gynecology Chair and grant recipient Nirvana Manning, M.D., aims…
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Farewell to dry skin this winter — The amber root that hydrates from the inside
A new order is upon us this fall. No more wrinkled, dull, and chapped skin. Before now, it was a widespread problem that was profound in various cities and communities across various parts of the globe. But science and research have brought forth this nutritional amber root, which aims to eliminate this problem. In this article, we will be discussing…
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Scientists uncover excessive maturation and aging in the hippocampus
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: In a groundbreaking study, researchers at Fujita Health University and the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Medical Science have uncovered a previously overlooked form of brain abnormality linked to anxiety: excessive maturation and aging in the hippocampus,…
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SA approves world’s first twice-yearly injectable HIV prevention drug
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has approved the registration of a new HIV-prevention drug that only needs to be taken twice a year. The drug, Lenacapavir, is the world’s first injectable Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). According to the World Health Organization, Lenacapavir is a highly effective alternative option to the daily oral PrEP pills, as the injection only…
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New guideline provides treatment recommendations for central sleep apnea
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A new clinical practice guideline developed by a task force of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provides updated recommendations for the treatment of central sleep apnea. Available online as an accepted paper in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, the guideline updates the AASM’s previous practice parameters published in 2012 and 2016. Among other significant…
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Apollo doctor warns: 3 common medicines that can cause dangerously low blood sodium level in the body
Low blood sodium, or hyponatremia, is a potentially serious condition that often goes unnoticed until symptoms become severe. Dr. Sudhir Kumar, MD, a senior neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, has issued a strict warning regarding the risk of low sodium levels, or hyponatremia, associated with three commonly used medications. According to Dr. Kumar, patients taking these drugs should be vigilant…
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Washtenaw County Health Department recommends flu shot as virus evolves
Washtenaw County health officials are reminding area residents that the flu virus evolves each year, and it’s a good idea to protect yourself with a flu shot. With the colder months upon us, viruses are more easily passed from person to person. Typically, flu cases rise in November and peak in February. Beth Ann Hamilton is Communications Coordinator for the…
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Study finds bright nights raise risk for stroke and heart failure in adults over 40
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Researchers have discovered that people exposed to brighter light at night face up to 50% higher risks of heart disease, while daytime light may protect the heart by reinforcing healthy circadian rhythms. Study: Light Exposure at…
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Pharmacist names three drugs he’d never touch
A Texas pharmacist has sparked conversation on TikTok by revealing three widely used prescription drugs he personally refuses to take. Steve Hoffart, who runs Magnolia Pharmacy in Magnolia, Texas, shared his concerns in a video where he outlined alternatives to these common medications. “Here are three of the most common medications taken by patients daily that, as a pharmacist, I…
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Liver transplantation utilizing grafts donated after euthanasia is feasible, study suggests
A first comparison of liver transplantation in Canada using organs donated after medical assistance in dying (MAiD) has shown good patient survival with outcomes similar to standard organ donation. Credit: Journal of Hepatology / Parente et al. Organ donation following medical assistance in dying (MAiD), also known as euthanasia, is a relatively new practice both in North America and worldwide.…
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