CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Understanding Post-Infectious Cough in Adult Patients

Characterizing post-infectious cough as a subacute condition with symptom duration ranging from 3 to 8 weeks.

October 2024

Association Between Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Suicide Risk

Individuals diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome face an eight-fold increased risk of suicide attempt.

October 2024

Historical Medical Treatments Linked to Alzheimer's Disease Acquisition

Five documented cases suggest a potential link between past medical interventions and the development of Alzheimer's disease later in life.

October 2024

Functional Outcomes Following Treatment for Locali
Functional Outcomes Following Treatment for Localized Prostate Cancer

Radical prostatectomy is linked to worsened urinary incontinence outcomes but does not significantly impact sexual function.

October 2024

Potential Protective Effects of Fasting Against In
Potential Protective Effects of Fasting Against Inflammation

Calorie restriction leads to heightened levels of arachidonic acid, suggesting a potential mechanism for mitigating inflammation.

October 2024

Alterations in Spinal Discs Induced by Type 2 Diab
Alterations in Spinal Discs Induced by Type 2 Diabetes

Experimental models demonstrate accelerated changes in spinal disc characteristics, including increased stiffness, in individuals with type 2 diabetes.

October 2024

Impact of Physical Activity on Mortality in COPD Patients

Initiation of regular moderate to vigorous physical activity following COPD diagnosis correlates with reduced mortality rates.

October 2024

Brazil Introduces National Dengue Vaccine
Brazil Introduces National Dengue Vaccine

A vaccine, boasting an efficacy rate of approximately 79.8%, developed by the Butantan Institute of São Paulo, will undergo regulatory review for approval.

October 2024

Sugary Beverage Consumption and Cardiovascular Ris
Sugary Beverage Consumption and Cardiovascular Risk

Sugary beverages constitute the primary source of added sugars in the diet, contributing to elevated cardiovascular risk.

October 2024

Saliva-based Detection of Breast Cancer
Saliva-based Detection of Breast Cancer

Utilization of a wearable biosensor facilitates rapid, cost-effective, and accurate detection of breast cancer.

October 2024