CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
COVID-19 Implications for Emergency Dental Care
COVID-19 Implications for Emergency Dental Care

Examination of implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on current emergency dental care practices.

June 2024

Reducing Blood Volume for Transfusion Testing

Utilizing small-volume blood collection tubes may reduce transfusion needs in intensive care settings.

June 2024

Exploring Premature Ventricular Complexes
Exploring Premature Ventricular Complexes

Clinical manifestations of premature ventricular complexes vary widely, necessitating specialist referral for diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas.

June 2024

Tirzepatide versus Insulin Lispro in Basal Insulin
Tirzepatide versus Insulin Lispro in Basal Insulin Regimen

Comparative study demonstrating reductions in HbA1c and body weight with less hypoglycemia using Tirzepatide versus insulin Lispro added to basal insulin.

June 2024

Deaths from Fentanyl Stimulant Overdoses

There has been a sharp increase in deaths from polysubstance overdoses related to illicitly manufactured fentanyls, highlighting the urgent need for intervention and prevention strategies.

June 2024

Blood Pressure Measurement in the Supine Position
Blood Pressure Measurement in the Supine Position

Measuring blood pressure while lying down may offer predictive value for future cardiovascular events, warranting further investigation.

June 2024

Understanding Status Epilepticus in Pediatrics
Understanding Status Epilepticus in Pediatrics

Comprehensive overview covering definition, prevalence, etiology, clinical presentation, management, and sequelae of status epilepticus in pediatric patients.

June 2024

Home Test for Gingivitis
Home Test for Gingivitis

Engineers develop a home test using saliva to detect periodontal disease, offering a convenient and accessible method for monitoring oral health.

June 2024

Social Disadvantage, Obesity, and Brain Deteriorat
Social Disadvantage, Obesity, and Brain Deterioration

Living in disadvantaged neighborhoods may contribute to obesity and brain microstructural changes, highlighting the complex interplay between social factors, lifestyle choices, and brain health.

June 2024

Pain Management Interventions in Spinal Cord Injur
Pain Management Interventions in Spinal Cord Injury Patients

Chronic pain is prevalent among patients with spinal cord injuries, and various interventions are explored to manage pain effectively in this population.

June 2024