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Study examines the link between oropharyngeal cancer and high-risk sexual behavior

The development of head and neck cancer is increasingly linked to HPV infection, which is a sexually transmitted disease.

14 Jul 2023

COVID antiviral treatments underused in nursing homes, study finds

Nursing homes were a key battleground during the COVID pandemic and prioritized for distribution of PPE, vaccines, and COVID testing kits.

14 Jul 2023

New study reveals mast cells' surprising role in allergy-related avoidance behavior

Researchers showed that mast cells and IgE are the key orchestrators of antigen-specific avoidance.

14 Jul 2023

Pharmacist-led intervention can help suppress multi-drug resistant pathogens

The battle to stop the increase of superbugs in hospitals has been an ongoing struggle for healthcare professionals.

13 Jul 2023

Green tea compound may offer new treatment option for uterine fibroids

In a pre-clinical, proof-of-concept study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers found that epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a green tea compound with powerful antioxidant properties, could be promising for both treating and preventing uterine fibroids.

13 Jul 2023

Research offers hope for patients with lower lip sensory loss

The inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) is a branch of the trigeminal nerve and plays a vital role in providing sensation to the lower lip.

12 Jul 2023

Study finds link between gut bacteria and atherosclerosis

In a major Swedish study, researchers have discovered a link between the levels of certain bacteria living in the gut and coronary atherosclerotic plaques.

12 Jul 2023

What effect does honey have on human health?

Researchers reviewed existing data on the beneficial impact of honey consumption on human health.

12 Jul 2023

Older age and certain health conditions increase risk of COVID-19 death in boosted individuals

Researchers identify patient groups at a higher risk of death due to COVID-19 among adults who received a second booster dose in England.

12 Jul 2023

CBD exposure during pregnancy can potentially harm a developing fetus

Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have found that cannabidiol (CBD), often used to treat anxiety and nausea, can potentially harm a developing fetus.

12 Jul 2023

The antibacterial properties of eucalyptus oil against two main oral disease pathogens

Researchers tested the efficacy of Eucalyptus oil again two bacteria responsible for dental caries.

11 Jul 2023

Women with certain job roles may be associated with heightened risk of ovarian cancer

Hairdressers, beauticians, and accountants are among certain job roles that may be associated with a heightened risk of ovarian cancer, finds a case-control study published online in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine.

10 Jul 2023

Do system-level DOAC therapy management services affect anticoagulation outcomes for AF patients compared to usual care?

Researchers compared outcomes related to three direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) care models.

10 Jul 2023

Cheers or caution? Researchers question the potential benefits of alcohol consumption

Research paper discusses the relationship between alcohol consumption and health, specifically the J-shaped association. While some studies suggest this relationship, recent studies challenge it due to limitations in study design and individual variability. The paper also emphasizes the importance of considering alternative health-promoting strategies and societal/population-level harmful effects of alcohol use.

9 Jul 2023

Birth control pills disrupt women's stress response, study shows

New study shows that birth-control pills negatively impact women's stress response.

7 Jul 2023

Does the Mediterranean diet lower the incidence of type 2 diabetes among non-Mediterranean populations?

Researchers investigated the association between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and the prevalence of type 2 diabetes.

6 Jul 2023

Is there an association between diabetes and breast cancer risk?

The relationship between diabetes and the risk of breast cancer.

6 Jul 2023

Rising incidence of kiwifruit allergy in children: study highlights severe allergic reactions

Study aimed to compile Kiwifruit allergy recognition patterns to enhance patient management and clinical practice.

6 Jul 2023

Medicaid expansion under the ACA linked to increased palliative care use

More people with advanced cancers in the United States received critical palliative care services, according to new findings by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS).

5 Jul 2023

Timing, type, and frequency of exercise are crucial components for optimal glycemic control in type 2 diabetes

Exercise plays a crucial role in managing type 2 diabetes, offering potential benefits such as improved glycemic control. This study explores exercise recommendations and their impact on dietary, medication, and behavioral factors for optimal diabetes care.

5 Jul 2023

Oral News and Research

Study examines the link between oropharyngeal cancer and high-risk sexual behavior

COVID antiviral treatments underused in nursing homes, study finds

New study reveals mast cells' surprising role in allergy-related avoidance behavior

Pharmacist-led intervention can help suppress multi-drug resistant pathogens

Green tea compound may offer new treatment option for uterine fibroids

Research offers hope for patients with lower lip sensory loss

Study finds link between gut bacteria and atherosclerosis

What effect does honey have on human health?

Older age and certain health conditions increase risk of COVID-19 death in boosted individuals

CBD exposure during pregnancy can potentially harm a developing fetus

The antibacterial properties of eucalyptus oil against two main oral disease pathogens

Women with certain job roles may be associated with heightened risk of ovarian cancer

Do system-level DOAC therapy management services affect anticoagulation outcomes for AF patients compared to usual care?

Cheers or caution? Researchers question the potential benefits of alcohol consumption

Birth control pills disrupt women's stress response, study shows

Does the Mediterranean diet lower the incidence of type 2 diabetes among non-Mediterranean populations?

Is there an association between diabetes and breast cancer risk?

Rising incidence of kiwifruit allergy in children: study highlights severe allergic reactions

Medicaid expansion under the ACA linked to increased palliative care use

Timing, type, and frequency of exercise are crucial components for optimal glycemic control in type 2 diabetes

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