In a recent study published in Nature Medicine, a group of researchers investigated the relationship between early-life gut virome, specifically temperate phage taxa, and the development of asthma in childhood while considering the interaction with host genetics and the bacteriome. Study: The infant gut virome is associated with preschool asthma risk independently of bacteria. Image […]

In a recent article published in the journal Medicina, researchers review advancements in migraine therapy, specifically the classification of the disease and the clinical and diet intervention advancements aimed at significantly reducing the frequency, pain, and severity of attacks. They highlight progress in calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) research and the role of CGRP antagonists in […]

TOPLINE: Quality of life for patients with acute heart failure (AHF) managed in a short-term unit (SSU) is no worse than that for those who are hospitalized, a new randomized trial showed. They also had an increased chance of being alive and out of hospital at 30 days and did not experience more adverse events, […]

Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i)-an erectile dysfunction drug sold under the names Viagra, Levitra, Cialis, and others are a common medical treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) in men with cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, a new Swedish study published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests that patients are at higher risk […]

More than 20% of the population is suspected to have a penicillin allergy, yet less than 5% have this allergy. Because a recorded “penicillin allergy” entails altered antibiotic management, risk for infection, and antibiotic resistance, appropriate testing should be carried out to confirm or rule out the diagnosis. In a more general sense, for all […]

A range of precautionary measures governing treatment of male patients with valproate have been recommended by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) after concerns of an increased risk for neurodevelopmental disorders in children fathered by men treated with the drug in the 3 months prior to conception. Valproates are used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder; […]

As part of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024, this year’s Open Forum Davos – convening under the theme “From Life to Lab: Science in Action – will feature sessions on topics of critical importance through a scientific lens. Taking place on 15-19 January 2024 at the Swiss Alpine School in Davos, the publicly […]

In the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is like a siren’s song – captivating but potentially treacherous. As we sail into 2024, it’s increasingly clear that an over-reliance on AI could be the very thing that undermines your career as a marketer. This isn’t just a cautionary tale; it’s a […]

As of now, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has found no evidence of an association between glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications and suicidal thoughts or actions, the FDA said in a notice of preliminary findings.  Investigation of the drug class, used to treat both type 2 diabetes and obesity, was […]

The American Heart Association (AHA), a leading organization in heart and brain health, celebrates 100 years of lifesaving work by announcing the recipients of its prestigious Merit Award. The Merit Award, one of the highest honors bestowed by the AHA, is dedicated to supporting innovative and impactful cardiovascular research. Image Credit: mi_viri/Shutterstock.com “This award supports exceptional […]