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OGTT-based model predicts GDM in pregnant women
The current diagnostic criteria being used to predict gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is not fully reliable, but adding oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) to the model may improve early prediction of GDM, according to a study.
OGTT-based model predicts GDM in pregnant women
18 Aug 2023Fezolinetant reduces menopause-related vasomotor symptoms
Treatment with fezolinetant 30 and 45 mg daily provides relief from moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms (VSM) associated with menopause, suggests a study.
Fezolinetant reduces menopause-related vasomotor symptoms
18 Aug 2023Hearing-impaired adults may ACHIEVE cognitive benefit from hearing aids
Findings from the ACHIEVE* study suggest that older adults who are at increased risk for cognitive decline and dementia and who have hearing loss may benefit the most from hearing intervention within 3 years.
Hearing-impaired adults may ACHIEVE cognitive benefit from hearing aids
18 Aug 2023Long-term hydrochlorothiazide use ups risk of skin cancer
Using hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) for longer durations and in higher cumulative doses increases the risks for keratinocyte carcinoma and melanoma, reveals a study.
Long-term hydrochlorothiazide use ups risk of skin cancer
17 Aug 2023Social protection must include essential workers during pandemic: study
Essential workers, particularly at a Singapore hospital, have endured such a heavy burden during the COVID-19 pandemic, exposing themselves to risks of infections while putting up with increased workloads and workplace stress, longer hours in uncomfortable working conditions, as well as public stigmatization, results of a recent study show.