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COVID-19 lockdown affects glycaemic parameters in patients with diabetes
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, glycaemic parameters in patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) improved during the COVID-19 lockdown periods. Conversely, patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) had short-term worsening of glycaemic values.
COVID-19 lockdown affects glycaemic parameters in patients with diabetes
25 Oct 2021
Reopening after COVID-19 lockdown triggers shifts in sleep patterns, mental health
Reopening workplaces and establishments after the lifting of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) lockdowns leads to an increase in physical activity as well as notable shifts in sleep patterns and mental wellbeing, according to a recent Singapore study.
Reopening after COVID-19 lockdown triggers shifts in sleep patterns, mental health
25 Oct 2021
Burnout, depression and job dissatisfaction high in young doctors in Hong Kong
A cross-sectional study finds high prevalence of burnout, depression and dissatisfaction with current job position among young doctors in Hong Kong.
Burnout, depression and job dissatisfaction high in young doctors in Hong Kong
25 Oct 2021
Late life depression tied to markers of Alzheimer’s pathology
Late life depression seems to be correlated with Alzheimer’s disease, particularly as regards markers of pathology such as amyloid dysmetabolism and declining cognition, a recent study has found.
Late life depression tied to markers of Alzheimer’s pathology
24 Oct 2021
Dose-capping chemoradiotherapy tied to higher recurrence in rectal cancer
The risk of disease recurrence is increased among rectal cancer patients treated with dose-capped chemoradiotherapy (CRT), reveals a study. In addition, excessive toxicity has occurred among those dosed by actual body surface area (BSA) compared to patients in the dose-capped group.