CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
WHO Updates Guidelines on Mask Usage and COVID-19
WHO Updates Guidelines on Mask Usage and COVID-19 Treatments

Updates to the WHO guidelines encompass recommendations on mask usage, treatments, and care for COVID-19 patients, reflecting evolving evidence and global health priorities.

September 2023

Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Prolonging Sleep
Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Prolonging Sleep in Healthy Children

Adequate sleep plays a crucial role in children's health and development, with non-pharmacological interventions offering potential solutions.

September 2023

Work from Home: Benefits and Drawbacks for Employee Well-being

Working from home offers both advantages and disadvantages for the well-being of employees, a new analysis suggests.

September 2023

Understanding the Spread of False Information on Social Networks

Frequent and regular users are six times more likely to share fake news than casual or new users, shedding light on the dissemination of false information on social media platforms.

September 2023

Venous Thromboembolism Risk Elevated During Pregna
Venous Thromboembolism Risk Elevated During Pregnancy and Postpartum Period

Pregnant and postpartum women face an increased risk of venous thromboembolism due to various factors, with anticoagulation therapy serving as the primary treatment approach.

September 2023

Outdoor Play Mitigates Negative Effects of Screen
Outdoor Play Mitigates Negative Effects of Screen Time in Children

Outdoor play serves as a mitigating factor in counteracting the adverse effects of screen time on neurodevelopmental outcomes in toddlers, research suggests.

September 2023

Effect of Exercise Program on Atrial Fibrillation Examined in Randomized Trial

The ACTIVE-AF Randomized Controlled Trial investigates the impact of an exercise and physical activity program on patients with atrial fibrillation.

September 2023

Prematurity and Congenital Heart Disease: Review a
Prematurity and Congenital Heart Disease: Review and Future Directions

A comprehensive review addresses preterm birth, postnatal cardiac evaluation and management, surgical considerations, outcomes, and future research directions in neonates with congenital heart disease.

September 2023

WHO Launches Initiative to Expedite Tuberculosis V
WHO Launches Initiative to Expedite Tuberculosis Vaccine Development

The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to establish a Council to facilitate licensing and accelerate the development of tuberculosis vaccines, drawing inspiration from COVID-19 vaccine efforts.

September 2023

Factors Influencing Eating Behavior Explored
Factors Influencing Eating Behavior Explored

Food cues exert an influence on eating behavior, irrespective of conscious awareness, highlighting the complex interplay between environmental stimuli and dietary choices.

September 2023