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RSV can be life-threatening for some people: Study

Every year, respiratory syncytial viruses (RSV) cause countless respiratory infections worldwide. For infants, young children and people with preexisting conditions, the virus can be life-threatening.

4 Sep 2023

Vagus nerve stimulation shows mixed results in lowering stress hormone aldosterone

The study explored the effects of acute transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) on serum aldosterone levels in both younger and older adults. While active tVNS did lead to a reduction in aldosterone levels, the changes were not significantly different from those observed in sham treatments, with aldosterone levels also varying based on age and sex.

4 Sep 2023

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

A new paper explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV).

1 Sep 2023

Study finds semaglutide provides benefits for patients with obesity phenotype of heart failure and HFpEF

Researchers evaluated the efficacy of semaglutide in patients with the obesity phenotype of heart failure and preserved ejection fraction.

31 Aug 2023

Impact of vaping high CBD/low THC products on driving ability

Researchers assess how cannabinoid levels in the blood affect driving after single or repetitive vaporization of cannabis rich in CBD.

31 Aug 2023

Is receipt of infertility treatment associated with stroke hospitalization?

A recent paper on JAMA Network Open sought to capture the association between strokes and infertility treatment.

31 Aug 2023

New study questions one-size-fits-all dietary guidelines for heart health

Study challenges common dietary recommendations for reducing cardiovascular disease, highlighting that factors like age, sex, and lifestyle significantly impact how animal-source foods affect heart health. It suggests that red meat consumption, but not overall animal-source food intake, could be indicative of an unhealthy lifestyle and elevated CVD risk.

30 Aug 2023

Study detects significant levels of metals in the blood and urine among marijuana users

Research conducted at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health detected significant levels of metals in the blood and urine among marijuana users, concluding that marijuana may be an important and under-recognized source of lead and cadmium exposure.

30 Aug 2023

Statins may lower risk of ischemic stroke after hemorrhagic stroke

People who have had a stroke called an intracerebral hemorrhage who take cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins may have a lower risk of having another stroke, especially ischemic stroke, compared to people who also had an intracerebral hemorrhage but were not taking statins, according to a new study published in the August 30, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

30 Aug 2023

Is drinking water hardness associated with cardiovascular disease mortality?

Total drinking water hardness can protect against cardiovascular disease mortality.

30 Aug 2023

£5 million awarded to 12 projects aimed at tackling fatal drug overdoses

12 projects awarded a share of £5 million to reduce rates of fatal drug overdoses, as part of Vaccine Taskforce style approach to tackle health challenges.

29 Aug 2023

Is obesity associated with risk of head and neck cancer?

The association between obesity and head and neck cancer risk.

29 Aug 2023

Is alcohol exposure before and during pregnancy associated with reduced longitudinal fetal growth?

The association between exposure to alcohol in pregnancy and longitudinal growth.

29 Aug 2023

Can childhood traumas affect pandemic resilience? Study investigates connection between adverse experiences and mental, physical health during COVID-19

Researchers investigated whether changes in sleep quality, physical health, and mental health reported across the initial COVID-19 were related to ACEs.

29 Aug 2023

Pregnant and postpartum women with mental health disorders more likely to use cannabis

Pregnant and recently postpartum women who suffer with mental health disorders may be vulnerable to using cannabis to self-medicate, according to a Rutgers-led study.

25 Aug 2023

Pregaming culture on college campuses may be fueling alcohol and drug use

New research from Texas A&M University School of Public Health suggests that college students who "pregame," or participate in tailgating and similar activities before athletic events, are also more likely to take part in unsafe alcohol and other substance use.

25 Aug 2023

Alcohol News and Research

RSV can be life-threatening for some people: Study

Vagus nerve stimulation shows mixed results in lowering stress hormone aldosterone

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

Study finds semaglutide provides benefits for patients with obesity phenotype of heart failure and HFpEF

Impact of vaping high CBD/low THC products on driving ability

Is receipt of infertility treatment associated with stroke hospitalization?

New study questions one-size-fits-all dietary guidelines for heart health

Study detects significant levels of metals in the blood and urine among marijuana users

Statins may lower risk of ischemic stroke after hemorrhagic stroke

Is drinking water hardness associated with cardiovascular disease mortality?

£5 million awarded to 12 projects aimed at tackling fatal drug overdoses

Is obesity associated with risk of head and neck cancer?

Is alcohol exposure before and during pregnancy associated with reduced longitudinal fetal growth?

Can childhood traumas affect pandemic resilience? Study investigates connection between adverse experiences and mental, physical health during COVID-19

Pregnant and postpartum women with mental health disorders more likely to use cannabis

Pregaming culture on college campuses may be fueling alcohol and drug use

Study aims to explore neural, physiological mechanisms linked to substance use in adolescence experiencing anxiety

Total hip arthroplasty in nonagenarians: Risks and benefits

New ESC Guidelines on cardiomyopathies published online today

Children’s wellbeing affected by the lingering effects of COVID-19 pandemic

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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