New Study Shows Atrasentan Improves Insulin Sensitivity in Diabetes Patients with Kidney Disease
Atrasentan, a medication originally designed to protect kidneys, has shown promising results in improving insulin sensitivity for type 2 diabetes…
How Traffic Noise Impacts Mental Health: A New Study Highlights the Role of Nature Sounds
Did you know that the soothing chirp of birds can lower your stress levels—until traffic noise ruins the vibe? New…
Antibiotics vs. Surgery: A Cost-Effective Option for Kids with Appendicitis
Appendicitis is a common reason for hospitalization among children, and surgery (appendectomy) has traditionally been...
Congenital Cataract with Persistent Fetal Vasculature: Insights into Management and Outcomes
close-up of a doctor’s hand holding an ophthalmoscope. In the background, a subtle overlay of a diagram illustrating PFV pathology,…
Second-Hand Smoke Increases Lung Cancer Risk in Non-Smokers by 20%
Second-hand smoke raises lung cancer risk by 24% in non-smokers, with the highest risks found in workplaces. This highlights the…
Women with PCOS Have Fewer Kids and Give Birth Later, Study Finds
Women with PCOS are more likely to have fewer children and delay motherhood, with higher risks of pregnancy complications like…
Switching to E-Cigarettes or Quitting Smoking: A Health Boost for Heart Patients Post-PCI
Switching to e-cigarettes or quitting smoking entirely can significantly reduce the risk of major heart complications in patients with coronary…
Study Links Declining Ankle Reflexes to Worsening Kidney Function in Type 2 Diabetes
A recent study published in the Journal of Diabetes Investigation has identified a strong link between deteriorating ankle reflexes and…
Stanford Study Uncovers Genetic Link Behind Heart Damage from Chemotherapy
Stanford researchers have discovered that the CA12 gene plays a critical role in the heart damage caused by the chemotherapy…
Liver Fibrosis Scores Strongly Linked to Increased Heart Failure Risk
A recent study highlights a significant relationship between advanced liver fibrosis and elevated heart failure risk. Noninvasive fibrosis scores, including…