Current US, European, and Australian guidelines recommend 10-mm safety margins for radical excision of primary melanomas, but for patients with early-stage cutaneous melanoma in critical areas of the body, excision with 5-mm margins may not significantly increase risk for recurrence or melanoma-specific mortality (MSM), results of a retrospective study suggest. Among 1,179 patients with stage […]

A study published in the PLOS Public Health Journal researched the effect of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on internet gaming disorder among the general population. Studies: Effect of COVID-19 pandemic on internet gaming disorder among general population: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Image Credit: sezer66/Shutterstock.com Background The advent of low-cost rapid internet access technologies, coupled […]

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Conversions are your bottom line. You can have the best SEO, the best relationships, and more social shares than you’d ever thought possible, but it all won’t mean much if no one is converting. For many companies, conversions mean making a purchase, but the term can […]

Dr Brittany Krzyzanowski Medicare beneficiaries living in the Mississippi–Ohio River valley had a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, compared with other regions of the United States, according to findings from a study that was released ahead of its scheduled presentation at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Neurology. The association was attributed […]

In a recent study published in the journal Clinical Nutrition ESPEN, researchers compared the effects of fasting, ketone salt supplementation, and a one-day isocaloric ketogenic diet on the appetite perception and energy expenditure of healthy adults. Randomized Controlled Trial: Impact of one-day fasting, ketogenic diet or exogenous ketones on control of energy balance in healthy […]

Looking to create awesome social media content to boost engagement? It’s a given that creating engaging social media content is crucial for building a strong online presence, engaging your audience, and growing leads and sales. But how do you get it right? Here are some tips and examples. 9 Tips To Create Social Media Content […]

Disordered sleep is associated with a significantly increased risk for stroke, new research shows. Results of a large international study show stroke risk was more than three times higher in those who slept too little, more than twice as high in those who sleep too much, and two to three times higher in those with […]

In a recent study published in the journal Neurology, researchers investigated how a wide range of symptoms of sleep disturbance, individually and cumulatively, could be associated with the risk of acute stroke. Studies: Sleep Patterns and the Risk of Acute Stroke: Results from the INTERSTROKE International Case-Control Study. Image Credit: amenic181 / Shutterstock Background The […]

Use of an oronasal mask for delivery of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) was associated with increased upper airway collapsibility and the need for greater therapeutic pressure compared to nasal masks, as indicated by data from 14 individuals with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Previous research has linked oronasal mask use to lower adherence, higher residual […]

Australians can have their choccy eggs and their heart health, too, by taking up the Heart Healthy Eating Pattern this Easter. The real treat will be the healthy habits you’re left with following the long weekend, which will help to significantly reduce your risk of developing heart disease in your lifetime. Data shows that more […]