Medical News Bulletin

08/11/2023

You just had a joint replacement but you still have a shooting pain that you can't seem to describe to your doctor or physio? It might be because your health care professionals should be using the Neuropathic Pain McGill questionnaire instead of the regular one. Read more at Medical News Bulletin for the how and why.

New research published in The Archives of Physiotherapy suggests that doctors might be underestimating the amount of pain osteoarthritis patients experience.1 Oateoarthritis patients have neuropathic pain Osteoarthritis is a painful and debilitating condition. We usually associate it with pain cause...

08/08/2023

What are scientists doing with bacteria viruses? Could the same bug that infects and kills EColi be the next big thing in cancer treatments? Check out quirky medical advances and odd applications of natural processes in the weird and wondeful world of basic science at Medical News Bulletin. Tell us what you think in the comments!

Bacteria, they’re just like us, eh? Well not really, but one of the features we do share, is that viruses love to hijack our cellular machinery. Bacterial viruses are big trouble for their bacterial hosts, but  scientists are taking advantage of their ability to target specific cell types to deve...

07/21/2023

New research out of Japan highlights the link between abdominal fat and COVID-19 mortality. Join us over at Medical News Bulletin to find out more.

Doctors at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) warn that patients who carry excess fat on their abdomen have an increased risk of death from COVID-19. These patients could benefit from treatments tailored to their body type.

07/05/2023

Synesthesia (sin-ess-THEE-zh-uh) is a neurological condition where the stimulation of one sense causes the automatic experience of another sense.

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06/21/2023

Migraines are another potential result of fluctuating female s*x hormones. Female s*x hormones and calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) appear to be responsible for the onset of migraines. Fluctuating s*x hormone levels, particularly those of estrogen, may promote the activity of CGRP and thus trigger migraines. Compared to women without migraines, women who experienced migraines had higher amounts of CGRP in their blood and tear fluid during their periods, which further supports this relationship.

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06/14/2023

Through genomic studies, brain imaging, and animal research models, scientists have mapped out the brain circuitry that may drive eating disorders. Scientists have discovered that the neurobiological pathways of seemingly distinct groups of psychiatric disorders like drug addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder overlap significantly with that of eating disorders.

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06/05/2023

Often recognized as an aging disorder, bone loss can affect a variety of age groups, and is not to be considered a hopeless part of aging. This loss of bone mass can lead to severe concerns if left unaddressed and is particularly problematic with age. Testing the efficacy and safety of a bone loss treatment is critical.

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06/02/2023

Joke Of The Day

Patient: Doc, I work like a beaver, eat like a horse and am sick as a dog. What should I do?

Doctor: No idea. I’m not a veterinarian.

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05/31/2023

A group of researchers investigated how a person's psychology affects their organic food consumption. The investigation was to uncover whether or not a person’s Consideration of Future Consequences(CFC) was a factor in their propensity to purchase organic food.

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05/29/2023

Breakthrough research could mean personalized cancer vaccines become a reality. Melanoma, an aggressive type of skin cancer, arises from the continuous growth of pigment-producing skin cells. With stage IV having a five-year survival rate of 16.2%, effective treatments are needed promptly. Conventional treatment supplemented with a personalized, anti-melanoma vaccine showed great promise in a recent clinical trial. The combination led to better clinical outcomes than conventional treatment on its own. These early findings provide hope for the future and lay the framework for larger clinical studies.

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05/24/2023

Migraines affect about 14% of the global population or more than one billion people worldwide. While there are some medications available for migraines, they only manage symptoms after they occur, and do not work for everyone.

In a recent , scientists have discovered a potential new drug-free option for migraine prevention called remote electrical neuromodulation (REN).

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05/22/2023

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common conditions in children. Living with poses challenges for the person with the condition and those in their lives. According to the ADHD Institute, it’s estimated that 2.2% of children worldwide are living with ADHD.

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05/19/2023

Guillain-Barré syndrome is an autoimmune disorder where the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissues. In Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), the immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system. The peripheral nervous system controls the information sent from organs and other parts of your body back to your brain, and vice versa, like movements, respiration, and heartbeat. GBS is a rare neurological disorder that can be dangerous and sometimes fatal.

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05/17/2023

Endocrine disruptors are chemicals present in many everyday products, including . They can mimic hormones and alter their activity, leading to several biological effects. We know these chemicals cause harmful effects in animals, but we don’t know much about their effects in humans.

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05/15/2023

In 2020, 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer, of which 685,000 died. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide. Although 93% of women with breast cancer are over 40, it is the younger patients who have aggressive cancers with a higher risk of recurrence and death.

Younger patient’s have a 5-year relative survival for cancer stages 1 to 2 is 84% versus 92% for older women, 47% versus 55% for stage 3, and 15% versus 20% for stage 4. The main reason for this phenomenon is that genetic mutations associated with breast cancer are more common in younger patients.

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05/12/2023

Myth: Drinking alkaline water can have beneficial anti-aging properties.

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05/10/2023

A new study reveals harmful associations between long-term exposure to air pollution and increased risk of in older adults. While numerous studies have identified the dangers of air pollutants, little is known about air pollution and mental health conditions among the geriatric population.

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05/08/2023

Scientists have recently observed that retinoids, a chemical compound found in vitamin A, can help people experiencing acute pancreatitis as an adverse drug effect of asparaginase.

A diet rich in vitamin A may be a solution to combat the life-threatening complications of acute pancreatitis from the drug asparaginase. Asparaginase is the drug of choice for treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). ALL is the most common cancer in children and young adults. Moreover, drug-induced pancreatitis is among the leading causes of acute pancreatitis in children.

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05/05/2023

Have you ever wondered if there is a way to correlate your actual age with the age you appear?

Do you want to feel in control when making beauty and skin care decisions?

“Ageless Calculator" is an innovative online tool designed to give you the power of informed decision-making.

The purpose of this calculator is to afford you the opportunity to make beauty-related choices using a scientific basis.

Subsequent to completing the Ageless Calculator, please consult with your medical aesthetics specialist to determine what procedures may be right for you.

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05/03/2023

Could the use of acetaminophen lead to risk-taking behaviour? Emotional reactions to different stimuli can influence risk perception and, thus, risky behaviours. Acetaminophen, the medicinal ingredient in Tylenol® and many other pharmaceuticals is commonly used to relieve pain and fever. One of acetaminophen’s side effects may be influencing risk-taking behaviour by altering emotional responses.

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05/01/2023

If you have ever had a cut, tooth extraction, or been bruised, you know the importance of your body’s ability to form a clot and stop that bleeding. Usually, when someone bleeds, platelets (tiny blood cells) and proteins called clotting factors come together in a series of events leading to clot formation. Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Hemgenix as a one-time gene therapy for adults with hemophilia B, a condition that affects blood clotting.

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04/28/2023

Obesity rates are a massive global health problem. Unfortunately, there are few medications available to manage obesity. Those struggling with obesity face health conditions like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, fatty liver disease, and a shortened life expectancy. Because so many people live with obesity and the disease’s collateral conditions, the market for weight loss products and drugs is highly competitive.

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04/26/2023

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a direct contact s*xually-transmitted agent. There are roughly 150 known types of HPV. The human papillomavirus can cause warts in the ge***al area, respiratory tract, and even on the hands and feet.

Human papillomavirus infection is estimated to affect the majority of s*xually active people. Most HPV cases go away on their own but some can lead to warts and/or cancer.

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04/24/2023

No typical presentation exists, but a new blood test could detect endometriosis. Endometriosis is a disease affecting millions of women. Endometriosis and its symptoms are varied and cause some women intense pain and problems conceiving children.

Current standards require surgery for a final diagnosis of this disease. Doctors have been trying to find new ways of accomplishing similar outcomes with less invasive techniques. A recent study shows promising results in analyzing blood biomarkers to diagnose those with the condition. Early detection could identify these patients earlier and get them started on treatment sooner.

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04/19/2023

Dementia is a leading disability and the seventh cause of death in the elderly. In 2015, 47 million people were diagnosed, and this number is estimated to triple in the next 30 years. With the high prevalence of this disease and no effective treatments, special attention is paid to identifying and influencing the risk factors for this disease. In addition, finding methods like a possible dementia prevention diet is a priority.

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04/17/2023

There may be a connection between fungus and cancer. New research identifies the presence of fungus in cancer, often inside the cell. In addition, the researchers provide evidence for new diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for cancer.

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04/14/2023

Leukemia is a form of cancer with an annual diagnosis rate of 14.1 people per 100,000 of the population, with nearly half of these cases (6.0 per 100,000) dying from the disease. People over 55 and under 15 are the population group in which this condition is most common.

Leukemia is a systemic malignant (cancerous) lesion of the red bone marrow during which healthy leukocytes (white blood cells involved in immunity) are replaced by altered cells. Abnormal leukocytes do not perform their proper functions but continue to divide. This division increases the number of abnormal cells. These abnormal cells move with the blood to pe*****te body organs, causing pathological like differentiating (changing their cells) into cancer.

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04/12/2023

The previous ideology was that endurance exercise can protect the heart from damage. However, current research shows the protective factor of endurance exercise may not be true. With the growing popularity of endurance and ultra-endurance sports, finding the connections between endurance exercise and heart damage is crucial. While regular exercise improves various health parameters and increases life expectancy, cardio, and endurance enthusiasts are not immune to heart disease.

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03/31/2023

It has been said that laughter is the best medicine, so here is your joke of the day from us at Medical News Bulletin.

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03/29/2023

Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) is a fancy term for fatty tissue surrounding the heart. Normally, EAT plays an important role in heart function and offers protective factors for good health. In abnormal conditions, EAT is a risk factor for cardiometabolic diseases like obesity and insulin resistance. Finding a balance of this heart fat is important for cardiometabolic health.

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03/27/2023

Antidepressants are one of the most commonly prescribed medications worldwide. Some common antidepressant medications include escitalopram (Lexapro), duloxetine (Cymbalta), sertraline (Zoloft), and bupropion (Wellbutrin). According to research from the University of Queensland in Australia, one of the side effects of antidepressants is an increased chance of antibiotic resistance.

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03/24/2023

The rumour is that E-cigarette use in adolescents is associated with future cigarette smoking. Click the link to find out if this rumour is true and what it can mean for you or your teens. https://buff.ly/3yVrfml

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03/22/2023

Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness. Unfortunately, this disease is estimated to have damaged the eyesight of over 70 million people worldwide. Also, 10% of people who experience blindness in both eyes cannot see as a result of glaucoma.

Glaucoma causes a combination of nerve damage and cell death in the eye and creates blind spots in your vision, making it harder to see.

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03/20/2023

Measles, also known as rubella, is a highly contagious virus transmitted through respiratory droplets or by touching a surface infected with measles and then touching your mucous membranes. Up to two hours after a contaminated individual leaves an area, the measles virus can remain contagious in the air. Measles primarily affect children and, in some cases, can be fatal.

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03/17/2023

The Clinical Trials Calculator is a fun and fast way to determine if clinical trials are right for you. Click the link to find out if you are a good fit for a clinical trial.

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03/15/2023

Trillions of bacteria live in our bodies in a symbiotic relationship.1 So, what does this symbiotic relationship look like? This relationship is one in which bacteria rely on our bodies to exist, and we support each other's health and daily needs. For example, our large intestines provide a home to many bacteria. Some of these bacteria are responsible for creating neurotransmitters and vitamins, some of which help our bodies absorb antioxidants to decrease inflammation. However, not all bacteria benefit our health. Many bacteria do not interact with us in a symbiotic relationship, instead, they can be harmful and lead to disease.

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03/13/2023

The demand for online pharmacies (e-pharmacies) and product access has grown significantly between 2014 to 2023 worldwide, with a reported 98 billion dollar increase in sales. Online pharmacies have existed for years, but the expansion of access has grown substantially since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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03/10/2023

Minimally invasive sampling and the accuracy of results enables various women’s home health tests to be accessible, convenient, and effective. At-home health tests for women allow the monitoring of specific health needs from the comfort of your own home. Testing kits allow women to assess their risk levels for conditions such as infertility, thyroid dysfunction, and cervical cancer, as well as diagnose s*xually transmitted infections and iron deficiency.

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03/08/2023

The health of our tendons is important to study because tendon injuries and repair complications are common and often debilitating. Treatments for tendon injury are necessary to support successful repair and rehabilitation, including maintenance of the normal function of our tendons. N-acetylcysteine for tendon health supports successful repair and rehabilitation, including maintenance of the normal function of our tendons.

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03/06/2023

Certain viruses can increase the chances of developing neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs). New research has found evidence that viruses may increase susceptibility to diseases like Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, generalized and vascular dementia, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

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