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Can smartwatches predict depression?
By using digital biomarkers that reflect behavioural and physiological patterns, consumer-grade wearable devices have the potential to screen for people with or at risk of depression, according to a recent Singapore study.
Can smartwatches predict depression?
05 Nov 2021
Weight, OGTT values predict need for insulin therapy among women with GDM
Pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) who are overweight and have increased blood glucose, as measured by the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT), are highly likely to require subsequent insulin therapy, according to a study.
Weight, OGTT values predict need for insulin therapy among women with GDM
05 Nov 2021
Novel score predicts early mortality risk in intubated COVID-19 patients
A novel predictive score shows acceptable accuracy for predicting early mortality in intubated patients with the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), reports a recent study.
Novel score predicts early mortality risk in intubated COVID-19 patients
04 Nov 2021
Nerve block may provide relief for pancreatic cancer pain
Neurolytic splanchnic nerve block (SNB) appears effective for pain control in patients with moderate-to-severe pain due to unresectable pancreatic cancer, a study has shown.
Nerve block may provide relief for pancreatic cancer pain
04 Nov 2021
Choline, betaine lower risks of cardiovascular events, recurrent stroke
Plasma choline pathway metabolites, including choline and betaine, appear to reduce the risks of cardiovascular events and recurrent stroke, as well as offer incremental value in risk discrimination and stratification in patients with ischaemic stroke, suggests a recent study.