CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Confirmatory Diagnostic Tests for Resistant Superficial Fungal Infections

Suspected cases of superficial fungal infections may be confirmed through diagnostic testing methods.

August 2024

Gender Disparity in Life Expectancy in the US
Gender Disparity in Life Expectancy in the US

American men are reported to have a life expectancy six years shorter than women, partly attributed to 'deaths of despair.'

August 2024

Assessing Weight Gain upon Discontinuation of Tirz
Assessing Weight Gain upon Discontinuation of Tirzepatide Treatment

The SURMOUNT-4 randomized clinical trial evaluates the efficacy of continuous tirzepatide treatment for maintaining weight loss in adults with obesity, providing valuable insights for long-term management.

August 2024

Experimental Therapy Shows Promise in Lowering Lip
Experimental Therapy Shows Promise in Lowering Lipoprotein (a) Levels

Significant reduction in lipoprotein (a) levels observed for nearly a year following a single dose of experimental therapy.

August 2024

Macular Edema in Retinal Vein Occlusion

Poor best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) one month post-intravitreal injection emerges as a primary predictor of blindness in macular edema related to retinal vein occlusion.

August 2024

Advocating Salt Reduction for Kidney Health
Advocating Salt Reduction for Kidney Health

Supporting the reduction of dietary salt intake emerges as a crucial strategy for promoting kidney health and preventing associated complications.

August 2024

Psychiatric Disorders Preceding and Following Deme
Psychiatric Disorders Preceding and Following Dementia Diagnosis

The findings of this study emphasize the importance of integrating preventive and therapeutic psychiatric interventions for individuals with dementia at various stages of diagnosis.

August 2024

Understanding the Risks of Overnight Stays in the Emergency Room for Older Patients

Older patients spending extended periods in the emergency room face increased mortality risks, emphasizing the need for expedited care and interventions to mitigate adverse outcomes.

August 2024

Exploring Social Inequality's Impact on Cancer Mor
Exploring Social Inequality's Impact on Cancer Mortality

A population-based spatiotemporal study in England reveals disparities in cancer mortality rates across different districts, highlighting the influence of social inequality on health outcomes.

August 2024

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Acute Cardiovascula
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Acute Cardiovascular Events

The US witnesses a sustained reduction in hospitalizations for acute cardiovascular events amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

August 2024