CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Surge in Deaths of Despair During COVID-19 Pandemi
Surge in Deaths of Despair During COVID-19 Pandemic

Study analyzes mortality from alcohol, drugs, and suicide during the first two years of the pandemic in the US and UK.

October 2023

Azithromycin Reduces Risk of Sepsis or Death in Va
Azithromycin Reduces Risk of Sepsis or Death in Vaginal Births

Single antibiotic dose reduces maternal mortality risk during childbirth.

October 2023

PAHO Reports 55% Cure Rate for Children with Cance
PAHO Reports 55% Cure Rate for Children with Cancer in Latin America

Nearly 29,000 children diagnosed annually in the region, according to PAHO.

October 2023

Head and Neck Tumors
Head and Neck Tumors

There are several causes of neck masses, and their differential diagnosis can be difficult. Using a systematic approach will result in an accurate diagnosis and guidance for appropriate treatment.

October 2023

Does the Obesity Paradox Exist?
Does the Obesity Paradox Exist?

Study shows 'obesity paradox' does not exist: Waist-to-height ratio is a better indicator of outcomes in heart failure patients than BMI

October 2023

Cardiovascular Health Metrics Indicate Risk of Dep
Cardiovascular Health Metrics Indicate Risk of Depressive Symptoms

Study finds cardiovascular health metrics may signal risk of depressive symptoms.

October 2023

Getting a Good Night's Sleep Could Improve Your Re
Getting a Good Night's Sleep Could Improve Your Response to Vaccination

Insufficient sleep reduces the antibody response.

October 2023

Debate over Early College Class Start Times
Debate over Early College Class Start Times

Study finds early classes associated with sleep problems and academic performance issues.

October 2023

Transient Ischemic Attack: High Stroke Risk in 90 Days

Stroke risk reaches up to 18% within 90 days post-attack, with nearly half occurring within 2 days.

October 2023

Subclinical Coronary Atherosclerosis and Risk of M
Subclinical Coronary Atherosclerosis and Risk of Myocardial Infarction

Asymptomatic coronary artery disease detected by CT angiography associated with an 8-fold increased risk of heart attack

October 2023