CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Self-Harm and Suicide Attempts in Children During
Self-Harm and Suicide Attempts in Children During the Pandemic

Emergency department visits for suicide attempts increased globally among youth during pandemic

October 2023

Can Wearable Devices Interfere with Implantable Ca
Can Wearable Devices Interfere with Implantable Cardiac Devices?

Potential risks of smartwatches and fitness trackers for some individuals.

October 2023

Acute Alcohol Poisoning: Clinical Presentation and Treatment

Review highlights main aspects of presentation and management.

October 2023

Social Isolation and Loneliness Impact Heart Failu
Social Isolation and Loneliness Impact Heart Failure and Dementia Risk

Both factors contribute to increased risk, with loneliness having a greater impact.

October 2023

Neurological Examination for Suspected Peripheral Neuropathies

Simple, low-cost methods feasible for quantifying neurological deficits.

October 2023

COVID-19 May Cause 'Face Blindness'
COVID-19 May Cause 'Face Blindness'

Dartmouth study finds deficiencies in facial recognition, navigation skills

October 2023

Imaging Diagnosis of Endodontic Disease

Physician performance is better in detecting endodontic disease using periapical radiography compared with cone beam CT (CBCT)

October 2023

7 Symptoms Directly Linked to Long COVID. Study Fi
7 Symptoms Directly Linked to Long COVID. Study Finds Unexpected Results

Contrary to expectations, a study has found only seven health symptoms directly associated with long COVID.

October 2023

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Cancer Risk
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Cancer Risk

Study suggests a connection between ultra-processed foods and increased cancer risk.

October 2023

Rarity of Classic Meningitis Symptoms in Children
Rarity of Classic Meningitis Symptoms in Children and Adults

Few patients were administered antibiotics before admission.

October 2023