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Osteoporosis a cause for concern in Singapore’s rapidly ageing population
Osteoporosis is a common condition in adults aged 50 years and above, particularly among those with distal radius fractures, and pressing problem in Singapore considering its rapidly ageing population, according to a recent study.
Osteoporosis a cause for concern in Singapore’s rapidly ageing population
21 Jan 2022
Aspirin does not cut death risk in hospitalized COVID-19 patients
Adding aspirin to usual care did not lead to a reduced mortality rate in patients hospitalized with COVID-19, according to a study by the RECOVERY* Collaborative Group.
Aspirin does not cut death risk in hospitalized COVID-19 patients
20 Jan 2022
Tranexamic acid ups blood control after CABG, but aggravates perioperative myocardial infarction
While tranexamic acid improves blood control after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, it increases the risk of perioperative myocardial infarction, a recent study has found.
Tranexamic acid ups blood control after CABG, but aggravates perioperative myocardial infarction
20 Jan 2022
High-salt diet hastens vascular ageing in kids
Increased levels of dietary sodium (Na) intake and load (Na-L) appear to cause arterial stiffness, a preclinical measure of cardiovascular disease (CVD), in children and young adults, according to a study.
High-salt diet hastens vascular ageing in kids
20 Jan 2022
Are pregnant women with rheumatic disease at risk of poor COVID-19 outcomes?
Pregnant women with rheumatic disease and COVID-19 show favourable outcomes, but data are limited by the small sample size and methodology, reports a study.