Blog – Medical Research News and Interviews

19 Oct

Posted at 20:13h in Author Interviews, Cannabis, Sleep Disorders

Cannabis/CBD Notice: Cannabis products are not FDA monitored or approved. Discuss your use of medicinal cannabis or CBD products with your healthcare provider before use. Dosing is variable and products may interfere with other medications, stimulants and alcohol. Do not use cannabis or CBD products if you are pregnant, nursing, or may become pregnant. Do not use cannabis products when driving or operating difficult or dangerous machinery. Keep out of reach of children. Children and pets should not be exposed to cannabis or CBD products.

Thanh-Huyen T. VuMedicalResearch.com Interview with:

Thanh-Huyen T. Vu, MD, PhD

Research Associate Professor

Department of Preventive Medicine

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois

MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? What are the main findings?

Response: Cannabis is widely used and legal in many states. Many people believe that it helps them sleep better. However, few studies have tested whether cannabis use is associated with sleep—particularly sleep that is measured using devices rather than self-reported. Our study asked adults about their cannabis use multiple times over 35 years. And more recently, we measured sleep duration and quality using a wearable device similar to an Apple Watch or Fitbit and asked people to tell us about their sleep.

We found that adults who used cannabis regularly over a number of years had sleep that we would describe as lower quality—more frequent awakenings and with less time during their sleep period spent asleep. However, when asked, adults who used cannabis and those who didn't reported similar sleep patterns—which wasn't the case when we measured it.

19 Oct

Posted at 19:51h in Mental Health Research, Pediatrics

Teen Mental Health Notice: If your teen is in immediate danger or may act on thoughts of suicide, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For crisis support, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line); teens can also reach peers at Teen Line by texting TEEN to 839863. If you are not sure whether your child is safe, contact help immediately. For eating disorder support, the National Alliance for Eating Disorders helpline is 1-866-662-1235. This post is background information only and is not a substitute for evaluation by a qualified mental health professional. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Family-based treatment is the recommended approach for teens with anorexia nervosa who have an involved caregiver, and family therapy shares the top evidence rating for teen substance use. For depression and suicidal thinking, family therapy has cut symptoms in randomized trials but has not beaten every alternative it was tested against.

For anxiety disorders, the stronger evidence sits with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication. That split matters more than any general verdict. The problem your teen has can decide whether the family is the treatment itself or the support team for a different treatment.

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19 Oct

Posted at 19:16h in Cancer Research

Cancer Care Notice: Some technologies described here, including certain liquid biopsy tests, AI tools and newer immunotherapies, are still investigational or approved only for specific cancers and patient groups. Results reported in studies describe groups of patients and may not predict any individual's outcome. Decisions about cancer screening, testing and treatment should be made with your oncology care team. This post is for general information only. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Few areas of medicine have driven innovation as rapidly and consistently as oncology. The study, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer have long challenged researchers and healthcare providers because cancer is not a single disease but a complex group of conditions that can behave differently from person to person. This complexity has pushed the medical community to develop new technologies, refine research methods, and rethink how care is delivered.

Many of the advancements that now influence healthcare across multiple specialties originated in cancer research. From precision medicine and genetic testing to artificial intelligence and advanced imaging technologies, oncology continues to shape the future of medical science. As researchers work to better understand how cancer develops and responds to treatment, the lessons learned often extend far beyond oncology itself, improving outcomes for patients facing a wide range of health conditions.

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19 Oct

Posted at 17:12h in Anesthesiology, Author Interviews, Cannabis

Cannabis/CBD Notice: Cannabis products are not FDA monitored or approved. Discuss your use of medicinal cannabis or CBD products with your healthcare provider before use. Dosing is variable and products may interfere with other medications, stimulants and alcohol. Do not use cannabis or CBD products if you are pregnant, nursing, or may become pregnant. Do not use cannabis products when driving or operating difficult or dangerous machinery. Keep out of reach of children. Children and pets should not be exposed to cannabis or CBD products.

MedicalResearch.com Interview with: Basavana Goudra MD FRCA FCARCSI FASA Professor of Anesthesiology and Professor of Medicine Sidney Kimmel Medical College Medical Director of Jefferson Surgical Center Endoscopy Jefferson Health, Philadelphia, PA

MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study?  [caption id="attachment_76526" align="alignleft" width="160"]Basavana Goudra Dr. Basavana Goudra[/caption] Dr. Goudra: Cannabis use is increasingly common, and anesthesia providers are consequently encountering more patients who use cannabis before procedural sedation and anesthesia. This has become an important perioperative issue because cannabinoids can have complex effects on the central and peripheral nervous systems, and their pharmacologic effects vary with the dose, potency, frequency, and route of administration.

19 Oct

Posted at 17:04h in Author Interviews

Mental Health and Device Notice: The stimulation and training protocol described here was studied in a supervised clinical trial and is not recommended for routine use. Do not attempt home brain stimulation without the guidance of a qualified clinician, and do not stop or change depression treatment on your own. If you or someone you know is in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, US), text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line), or call 911 or your local emergency number.

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MedicalResearch.com Interview with:

Prof. Mor Nahum PhD

Lab Director, Computerized Neurotherapy Lab

The School of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University

19 Oct

Posted at 15:40h in Ophthalmology

Contact Lens Safety Notice: If you wear contacts and develop eye pain, redness, light sensitivity, discharge or blurred vision, remove your lenses and contact an eye doctor promptly, since these can be signs of a serious eye infection. Do not sleep in contact lenses unless your eye doctor has prescribed lenses approved for overnight wear, and never rinse or store lenses in tap water or saliva. Contact lenses require a valid prescription and fitting. This post is for general information only. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Picking between glasses and contact lenses sounds easy until you're staring at fifty frame shapes, ten lens coatings, and a contact lens schedule that looks like a chemistry lab checklist.

If you live in Northwest Georgia, local factors such as pollen, humidity, screen-heavy school or workdays, and long commutes can affect what feels comfortable on your eyes. A smart choice comes from knowing how your vision needs match your lifestyle, budget, and daily habits.

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19 Oct

Posted at 12:52h in Mens' Health

Health Screening Notice: Screening recommendations differ between countries and change over time, and the right tests and intervals depend on your age, family history and risk factors. Screening is not a substitute for medical care: see a doctor promptly for symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, blood in the stool, unexplained weight loss or urinary changes, even if recent results were normal. This post is for general information only. Clinics named or linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Screening is one of the most studied areas of medicine, and the evidence for it is more nuanced than the marketing around it. For men over 35, the research supports a clear conclusion: targeted, regular screening for the right conditions can catch disease earlier, but the details matter.

Cardiovascular disease remains the single largest cause of death for men in most high-income and middle-income countries. Large cohort studies and clinical guidelines consistently support blood pressure measurement from early adulthood and lipid assessment from around age 35 to 40, earlier where family history is significant. Some guidelines also support adding ApoB to standard lipid panels, because it counts atherogenic particles more directly than LDL cholesterol and can refine risk prediction.

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18 Oct

Posted at 12:21h in Mental Health Research

Mental Health Notice: Revisiting old photographs is not a treatment for depression, grief or other mental health conditions. If memories bring persistent sadness, distress or thoughts of self-harm, reach out to a qualified mental health professional. In a crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, US) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). This post is for general information only. Products and tools linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Nostalgia is more than simply remembering the past. It is an emotional experience that connects personal memories with feelings of love, happiness, belonging, and sometimes sadness. A photograph from a childhood birthday, a family vacation, or a special milestone can bring back emotions that have remained hidden for years. These experiences demonstrate how closely memory and emotional well-being are connected.

In today's digital world, people can preserve thousands of personal photographs and revisit them whenever they wish. Although photographs cannot capture every detail of an experience, they can serve as powerful reminders of meaningful moments. Understanding the psychology of nostalgia helps explain why looking at old pictures can influence mood, strengthen personal identity, and bring people closer to important relationships.

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17 Oct

Posted at 18:40h in Medical Billing

Editorial Notice: This article reflects the contributor's perspective on practice management. Services linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc. Billing, coding and compliance requirements vary by payer and state; confirm current rules with each payer and qualified advisors.

A medical practice can be clinically strong and still struggle financially when billing problems go unnoticed. Delayed claims, incomplete documentation, inconsistent follow-up, and unclear patient balances can reduce cash flow long before the impact appears on a monthly profit-and-loss statement.

For physicians, the challenge is not simply submitting more claims. It is building a revenue cycle that supports timely reimbursement, protects staff capacity, and gives patients clear financial information. Addressing weaknesses early is especially important for smaller practices, where one billing employee's absence or a sudden increase in denials can disrupt the entire operation.

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17 Oct

Posted at 14:51h in Health Care Workers

A nurse practitioner who opens a clinic faces a question that research rarely settles for her. Who reviews her clinical work, and how often? States answer that question differently, so clinics end up with very different oversight habits. Medspas, infusion centers, and telehealth practices show the gap clearly.

Physicians see this gap in their own referral patterns and chart reviews. Many outpatient clinics now rely on outside physicians for oversight instead of in-house staff.

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17 Oct

Posted at 14:08h in Wound Healing

Burn Safety Notice: For immediate first aid, cool a burn under cool (not ice-cold) running water for about 20 minutes, remove rings or tight items nearby, and cover it loosely with a clean, non-stick dressing. Do not apply ice, butter, oils or toothpaste, and do not break blisters. Call 911 or go to the emergency room for burns that are large, deep, white, leathery or charred; burns to the face, hands, feet, genitals or major joints; chemical or electrical burns; burns with smoke inhalation or difficulty breathing; and burns in infants, young children or older adults. Treatments described here are performed or prescribed by healthcare professionals. This post is for general information only. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Burns are among the most common types of injuries, as people are likely to sustain them anywhere. Exposure to flames or hot liquids in the kitchen, chemical substances at work, or extreme radiation can result in a burn injury. Most times, these events are unexpected and often cause severe bodily harm when multiple layers of the skin are affected.

Depending on the impact of the accident and severity of the injury, one can suffer a first, second, third, or fourth degree burn. The extent of damage mostly determines the treatment method that healthcare professionals use. Keep reading to learn about 5 effective medical procedures for treating burns.

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17 Oct

Posted at 13:28h in Dental Research

Dental Treatment and Travel Notice: Research links tooth loss with cognitive decline, but it has not shown that tooth loss causes dementia or that replacing teeth prevents it. Dental implants are surgery and carry risks, including infection, nerve injury, implant failure and the need for further procedures. If you are considering treatment abroad, plan for follow-up care at home, ask who will manage complications after you return, and confirm the dentist's qualifications and the materials used. Patients with heart valve disease, artificial joints, diabetes or conditions that affect healing should discuss implant surgery with their physician first. This post is for general information only. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Your molars may be doing more for your memory than your daily crossword. Here's what researchers know, and don't yet know, about the mouth-mind connection.

Most of us think of teeth as tools for eating and holiday photos. The brain, meanwhile, lives upstairs, busy with loftier concerns like remembering passwords and where the car is parked. But a growing body of research suggests these two neighbors talk to each other more than we assumed, and that the number of teeth in your mouth may hint at the future of your memory.

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16 Oct

Posted at 15:58h in Author Interviews

Editorial Notice: This article was contributed by a medical billing company and reflects the contributor's perspective. Services linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc. Billing and claims requirements vary by payer; confirm current rules with each payer.

There is a vast difference between a claim that gets paid and a claim that gets paid on the first attempt. The second type, known as a clean claim, is submitted in full compliance with payer requirements and does not need resubmission or further documentation. Clean claims are the quiet engine of good revenue cycle management, and most practices don't think about them nearly enough.

When claims aren't clean, everything that follows becomes slower and more costly. Work takes longer than expected, and payments arrive months late, if they arrive at all.

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16 Oct

Posted at 12:21h in Primary Care

Medical Notice: Do not stop, start or change any prescription medication without talking to your healthcare provider. Call 911 or your local emergency number for chest pain, difficulty breathing, signs of stroke or other severe symptoms. This post is for general information only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Healthcare is most effective when it considers the individual needs, medical history, and lifestyle of each patient rather than relying on a standard approach to treatment. Personalized primary care focuses on building lasting relationships between patients and healthcare providers, allowing medical decisions to reflect individual health concerns and long-term goals.

This approach can help patients become more involved in their healthcare while supporting earlier identification of potential medical concerns.

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16 Oct

Posted at 12:11h in Dermatology, Hair Care

Hair Restoration Notice: Hair transplant surgery carries risks, which may include bleeding, infection, scarring, numbness, and uneven growth. Results vary between individuals and are not guaranteed. Discuss your medical history, medications, risks, and recovery with a qualified, board-certified provider before any procedure. This content is not specific medical advice, and providers mentioned or linked here are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Hair loss rarely happens overnight, and the decision to treat it rarely does either. Many people spend months reading about transplants before booking a single consultation, and most of what they find is either marketing or jargon.

This is a plain-language guide to how modern hair transplants work, what to ask before committing, and what a realistic timeline looks like.

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16 Oct

Posted at 11:58h in Accidents & Violence, Legal-Malpractice

Medical Notice: Some injuries cause symptoms hours or days after an accident. Seek emergency care (call 911) for a severe or worsening headache, repeated vomiting, confusion, unusual drowsiness, slurred speech, weakness or numbness, loss of bladder or bowel control, chest or abdominal pain, or difficulty breathing. This post is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical evaluation. Providers and law firms linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

The effects of a serious accident do not always end when someone leaves the hospital. An injury that initially appears manageable can develop into persistent pain, limited mobility, or other health problems that interfere with daily life. For some patients, recovery involves months of appointments, rehabilitation, and adjustments to activities they previously handled without difficulty.

Understanding these long-term effects requires more than looking at the initial diagnosis. Medical records after an accident provide a documented history of symptoms, treatment decisions, and changes in a patient's condition. They help healthcare providers evaluate recovery and offer important context when questions arise about the lasting consequences of an injury.

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16 Oct

Posted at 11:44h in Medical Equipment

Medical Device Notice: Pelvic floor stimulation chairs and light therapy devices should be used only for their cleared or approved indications, within the clinician's scope of practice, and with appropriate patient screening. Contraindications vary by device and may include implanted electronic or metal devices, pregnancy, active cancer, photosensitivity or photosensitizing medications, and open wounds. Pelvic floor symptoms such as incontinence, pelvic pain or sexual dysfunction should be evaluated to identify their underlying cause before device-based treatment. This content is intended for healthcare professionals and is for general information only.

Editorial Notice: Provider rankings, recommendations and pricing in this article represent the contributor's opinion and publicly listed information at the time of writing. They are not endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc. Prices and product availability may change; confirm all details directly with suppliers.

A pelvic floor chair's purchase price is only the beginning of the investment. Its value depends on whether it fits your patient population, supports a clinically appropriate service, and leaves enough appointment capacity to justify the equipment and staffing costs.

For chiropractors, podiatrists, urologists, and clinic owners, early research can become confusing because pelvic health chairs and professional light therapy devices often appear in overlapping wellness discussions. They are not interchangeable. These ten questions help separate technologies, compare total costs, and identify equipment worth shortlisting.

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16 Oct

Posted at 11:08h in Environmental Risks

Drinking Water Safety Notice: Always follow boil-water or do-not-drink advisories issued by your water provider or local health department. If you use a private well, have it tested regularly by a certified laboratory, since private wells are not covered by public water system monitoring. Seek medical care for severe or persistent diarrhea, vomiting, signs of dehydration, or illness you suspect is linked to your water supply, especially in infants, older adults, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems. This post is for general information only.

Clean and safe water is essential for drinking, cooking, sanitation and everyday health. Yet water sources are constantly exposed to threats such as sewage, agricultural runoff, industrial chemicals, aging pipes and extreme weather, and contamination is not always visible, detectable by smell, or noticeable by taste.

Water quality monitoring is how communities find these problems before they make people sick. Through regular testing, water providers can detect contamination early, adjust treatment, and warn residents when water is unsafe to drink.

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15 Oct

Posted at 12:31h in Addiction

Substance Use and Safety Notice: For free, confidential treatment referrals 24/7, call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357. If you or someone you know is in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988. If you are in an abusive relationship, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available at 1-800-799-7233 or by texting START to 88788. Stopping alcohol, benzodiazepines or some other substances suddenly can cause dangerous withdrawal, so talk with a healthcare provider before stopping. In an emergency, call 911. This post is for general information only. Treatment providers referenced in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Women experiencing substance use disorders may go to considerable lengths to conceal their drinking or drug use, even from close friends and family members. Although addiction affects people of every gender, women can face additional pressures involving motherhood, relationships and social expectations that make acknowledging a problem particularly difficult.

Fear of judgment, financial insecurity and concerns about family responsibilities can discourage women from seeking treatment. Understanding these barriers helps explain why addiction sometimes remains hidden until physical, emotional or relationship problems become difficult to ignore.

15 Oct

Posted at 12:18h in Chronic Disease

Medical Notice: Do not stop, start or change any prescription medication without talking to your healthcare provider. Call 911 or your local emergency number for chest pain, shortness of breath, signs of stroke (face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty), very high or very low blood sugar with confusion, or other severe symptoms. This post is for general information only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Providers named or linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Managing a chronic condition requires more than receiving a diagnosis and starting treatment. Conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and arthritis require ongoing monitoring, treatment adjustments, and communication between patients and healthcare providers.

When patients see different providers without consistent follow-up, important changes in their health can go unnoticed. Medical histories become fragmented, treatment recommendations can conflict, and patients are left managing information between appointments.

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15 Oct

Posted at 00:24h in Author Interviews

Mental Health Notice: If you or someone you know is in crisis or having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line), or call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Someone in immediate danger needs emergency care, not a scheduled program. This post is for general information only and is not a substitute for a professional assessment or medical advice. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

When people first look into mental health support, they are often surprised to learn that it is not a single, one-size-fits-all thing. Care exists along a spectrum, with different levels of intensity designed to match different needs. Understanding this range makes it much easier to find the right fit.

Here is a clearer picture of how these levels work together.

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14 Oct

Posted at 12:13h in Author Interviews

Mental Health Notice: Online therapy is not intended for emergencies. If you or someone you know is in crisis or having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, US and Canada), text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line, US), or call 911 or your local emergency number. This post is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. Providers and services linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Choosing a therapist is an important decision, and finding the right person can sometimes feel difficult when you are searching online. With online therapy becoming more common, people have access to therapists they may not have considered if they were limited to providers in their immediate area. At the same time, having more options can make the process of choosing a therapist feel overwhelming.

Finding the right therapist is not simply about choosing someone with the right credentials. Experience, therapeutic approach, communication style, areas of expertise, and personal fit can all influence whether therapy feels comfortable and useful.

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14 Oct

Posted at 11:10h in Stroke

Stroke and Mental Health Notice: A stroke is a medical emergency. Think FAST: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 999 (UK), 911 (US) or your local emergency number, even if the symptoms go away. Fatigue, low mood, anxiety and emotional changes are common after a stroke and can be treated. Talk to a GP, doctor or stroke care team about any new or worsening symptoms. If you or someone you care for is in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, call 999 or 911, call or text 988 (US), text HOME to 741741 (US Crisis Text Line), or call Samaritans on 116 123 (UK). This post is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Care providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

When someone has a stroke, the first concern is understandably whether they'll survive and how much physical movement they might regain. Families wait for updates, doctors discuss treatment plans, and rehabilitation becomes the focus of everyday life.

But there's another side to stroke recovery that doesn't always receive the same attention.

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14 Oct

Posted at 10:50h in Ophthalmology

Eye Safety Notice: Sudden loss of vision, sudden double vision, a dark curtain or shadow across your vision, new flashes or floaters, or eye pain with a severe headache can be signs of a medical emergency such as a stroke, retinal detachment or acute glaucoma. Call 999 (UK), 911 (US) or your local emergency number, or go to the nearest emergency room (A&E) straight away. Vision changes cannot be diagnosed at home. Note what changed, which eye is affected and when it started, and see an optician, optometrist or ophthalmologist promptly. This post is for general information only and is not a substitute for an eye examination or medical advice. Providers linked in this post are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

Changes in eyesight call for different responses depending on how quickly they arrive, with some needing emergency care and others a booked appointment.

The five below are worth recognising now, along with the right place to go for each. Opticians, ophthalmologists and GPs are glad to hear about them early.

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13 Oct

Posted at 19:26h in Author Interviews, JAMA, Neurology, OBGYNE

MedicalResearch.com Interview with:

Professor Anick Bérard PhD FCAHS FISPE

Canada Research Chair Tier 1 on Medications and Pregnancy

Faculty of Medicine, Université Paris Cité, France

Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Montreal

Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, France

Principal Investigator: Canadian Mother-Child Initiative on Drug Safety in Pregnancy (CAMCCO – Research, Training, Knowledge-Dissemination); CONCEPTION study – COVID-19 and Pregnancy; AMerican PREGNANcy-Mother-Child CohorT (AM-PREGNANT)

Director, Research Unit on Medications and Pregnancy, Research Center – CHU Sainte-Justine

Editor in Chief, Frontiers in Pharmacology – Pharmacoepidemiology

Medication and Pregnancy Notice: Migraine preventive medications, including anti-CGRP therapies and propranolol, should only be prescribed and monitored by your healthcare provider. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or think you may be pregnant, do not stop, start, or change any medication on your own. Talk with your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits for your individual situation.

MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? What are the main findings?

Response:

  • Migraine is very prevalent in pregnancy – 20%.
  • It usually improves in the 2nd/3rd trimester – especially for migraine without aura.
  • Anti-CGRPs are effective therapies for the prevention of migraine but their safety in pregnancy is unknown. Guidelines do not recommend use during pregnancy except in very few cases. Women with chronic migraine are usually switched to safer alternatives 5-6 months before pregnancy (because of the 30-day half-life – 5 times the half-life). But inadvertent exposures occur.
  • Our study is the first large scale study looking at the safety of anti-CGRP during pregnancy for the prevention of chronic migraine. Using data from US pregnant women with chronic migraine, anti-CGRP use increased the risk of spontaneous abortion by 42% (baseline risk of clinically detected spontaneous abortions is 6-8%; the absolute risk on anti-CGRP becomes 8-11%); but propranolol use did not. Our findings are in line with the current guidelines on migraine preventive therapies which recommend discontinuation of anti-CGRP at least 5 months before conception and switch to established migraine preventive therapies such as propranolol.

13 Oct

Posted at 10:21h in Pharmacology

Editorial Notice: Statements about the company's decisions and results reflect the company's own account and have not been independently verified by MedicalResearch.com. Businesses and individuals profiled or linked here are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

In California, a pharmacy cannot prepare a single sterile IV dose without a separate state license, and the state will not renew that license until an inspector has walked the room. michal_voldiner_built_an_iv_room

13 Oct

Posted at 00:27h in Surgical Research, Weight Research

Bariatric Surgery Notice: Bariatric surgery is major surgery with risks that include bleeding, infection, blood clots, leaks, and long-term nutritional deficiencies, and it requires lifelong vitamin and mineral supplementation and medical follow-up. Do not start, stop, or change any medication, including weight-loss, diabetes, or blood-thinning medications, without guidance from your treating team. This content is not specific medical advice, and surgeons and practices linked here are not warranted or endorsed by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc.

A first bariatric consultation is an opportunity to understand your treatment options and discuss how obesity affects your health. You can arrive with questions, concerns, and uncertainty about whether surgery is right for you. dr-michael-choi bariatric surgery

13 Oct

Posted at 00:14h in Medical Devices

Editorial Notice: This article contains sponsored links. Rankings reflect the contributor's opinion and have not been independently evaluated by MedicalResearch.com. Inclusion and order on this list do not represent an endorsement by MedicalResearch.com or Eminent Domains Inc. Prices, fees, and contract terms are drawn from published reviews and provider websites and may change; confirm current details directly with each provider.

Safety Notice: A medical alert system does not replace calling 911. In an emergency, call 911 directly if you can. Automatic fall detection does not detect every fall, so wearers should press the help button whenever they need assistance, and systems should be tested regularly. Talk with a healthcare provider about fall risk and prevention.

Ask people shopping for Life Alert alternatives what sent them looking and the same three complaints come up. The monthly bill runs about $69 to $109, per Forbes Health's 2026 reporting. The contract locks you in for three years, a term NCOA calls out in its own review. The flagship pendant skips fall detection outright, a gap both outlets flag on a device built to respond to falls. None of that survives contact with the wider market. Seven providers sell the same 24/7 human-answered monitoring for half the price or less, on month-to-month terms, and fall detection runs $5 to $11 a month as an add-on across the group. Here's where each pick shines and how to choose your replacement.

12 Oct

Posted at 18:53h in Health and Wellness, Pets
A textbook can explain how to recognize pain. A video can demonstrate how to handle a frightened animal. But what happens when a patient reacts unexpectedly, a client feels uncomfortable, or a routine procedure does not go as planned? These situations reveal something important about healthcare: knowing what to do and being able to do it are two different skills. hands-on_skills_still_matter

12 Oct

Posted at 17:38h in Laboratories

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Picture a project lead in Raleigh's Research Triangle on a Monday morning: a facility qualification deadline is closing in, two key validation specialists just resigned and the audit calendar is already full. Everyone is working hard, yet the plan keeps slipping. Moments like this are common in life sciences, where regulation, technology and timelines all move at once. Bringing in outside help is not an admission of failure, but knowing when to do it is a real skill. Here are five signs it may be time, along with practical ways to evaluate your options. This is general information, not legal, regulatory or business advice, so check specifics with qualified professionals. [caption id="attachment_76551" align="aligncenter" width="500"]Life Sciences companies pexels Pexels image[/caption]