CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Neural Effects of Antidepressants and Psychotherap
Neural Effects of Antidepressants and Psychotherapy: Meta-Analytical Insights

Meta-analyses quantitatively synthesize the neural effects of antidepressants and psychotherapy, shedding light on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying treatment responses and informing personalized therapeutic strategies for depression management.

November 2021

Dysphagia in Older Adults: Geriatric Syndrome and Management Strategies

Dysphagia is recognized as a geriatric syndrome that significantly impacts independence and quality of life in older adults, highlighting the need for comprehensive assessment and multidisciplinary management approaches to address swallowing difficulties in this population.

November 2021

Interplay of Internal States and External Signals:
Interplay of Internal States and External Signals: Neural Perception Mechanisms

External socio-emotional signals may be perceived differently by the brain depending on internal bodily states, underscoring the complex interplay between physiological and psychological factors in shaping social cognition and emotional processing.

November 2021

Chronic Pain and Fatigue: Multifaceted Association
Chronic Pain and Fatigue: Multifaceted Association and Diagnostic Implications

Association between chronic pain, fatigue, hypermobility, anxiety, and dysautonomia is proposed, highlighting the interconnectedness of somatic and psychological symptoms and their diagnostic challenges in clinical practice.

November 2021

Diplomacy of Brain Health: Addressing Dementia Bur
Diplomacy of Brain Health: Addressing Dementia Burden in Latin America

The growing prevalence of dementia in Latin America and the Caribbean poses significant challenges for caregivers and healthcare systems, highlighting the need for diplomatic efforts to address the socioeconomic and public health implications of cognitive decline in the region.

November 2021

Exercise-Induced Weight Loss: Mechanisms and Strategies

Physical activity may prompt increased food intake, posing challenges to weight loss efforts, understanding underlying mechanisms and implementing strategies to mitigate compensatory eating behaviors are crucial for achieving sustainable weight management goals.

November 2021

Migraine: Pathogenesis, Treatment, and Prevention Updates

The latest advancements in understanding the pathogenesis, treatment modalities, and preventive strategies for acute migraine attacks are summarized, providing insights into emerging therapeutic targets and optimizing clinical management approaches for migraine patients.

October 2021

Long-Term Post-Acute COVID Syndrome: Clinical Char
Long-Term Post-Acute COVID Syndrome: Clinical Characteristics and Management

Long-term post-acute COVID syndrome is characterized by persistent symptoms and/or late complications beyond 4 weeks after acute infection, highlighting the need for multidisciplinary care and tailored interventions to address diverse clinical manifestations and functional impairments.

October 2021

Overweight and Obesity in COVID-19: Impact on Dise
Overweight and Obesity in COVID-19: Impact on Disease Severity

Higher body mass index shows a dose-response relationship with severe COVID-19 outcomes, underscoring the importance of obesity management and weight loss interventions in reducing disease severity and mitigating healthcare resource utilization in the pandemic.

October 2021

Diabetes, Kidney Function, and Pregnancy Preventio
Diabetes, Kidney Function, and Pregnancy Prevention

Gestational diabetes mellitus, diagnosed in the second or third trimester of pregnancy, presents challenges in managing blood glucose levels and preventing adverse maternal and fetal outcomes, underscoring the importance of early detection and targeted interventions in at-risk populations.

October 2021