Monthly Archives: November 2023

AAO 2023: Latest diagnostic and therapeutic advancements in ocular infections

Penny Asbell, MD, FACS, spoke with Ophthalmology Times about her poster on results from the ARMOR Study and latest diagnostic and therapeutic advancements in ocular infections at this year’s American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting. Video Transcript Editor’s note – This transcript has been edited for clarity. Penny Asbell, MD, FACS: Hi. You know, what could be […]

SELECT trial: Semaglutide reduces cardiovascular events by 20% in overweight or obese patients without diabetes

Findings from a multi-center, international clinical trial reported by a Cleveland Clinic physician show that semaglutide reduced cardiovascular events by 20% in adults with overweight or obesity and established cardiovascular disease who do not have diabetes. Semaglutide is primarily prescribed for adults with type 2 diabetes but is also approved for chronic weight management in […]

‘Intense stabbing pains’ plague girl, 12, after hot tub caused horror infection

A SCHOOLGIRL has spent the last two years in agony after contracting a skin infection from a hot tub. The pain is so bad that Poppy Burns, 12, is only able to attend school part-time and is often forced to use a wheelchair. octors think Poppy Burns, 12, likely has complex regional pain syndromeCredit: SWNS […]

The Rise and Fall of Antibiotics: What Would a Post-Antibiotic World Look Like?

These days, we don’t think much about being able to access a course of antibiotics to head off an infection. But that wasn’t always the case – antibiotics have been available for less than a century. Before that, patients would die of relatively trivial infections that became more serious. Some serious infections, such as those […]

NJ lawsuit: State should stop saving newborn blood in ‘creepy database’ given to cops

TRENTON – Upon the birth of her two children, Hannah Lovaglio knew blood samples were taken from her newborns to test for 62 different diseases and disorders. She didn’t know the state Department of Health planned to keep those blood samples for 23 years. Now, after learning that, the Cranbury mother is left to wonder […]

Mind-Altering Cat Parasite May Trigger Frailty in Older People

An infamous parasite primarily carried by cats, Toxoplasma gondii, could be responsible for increased frailty in older adults, a new study reveals – and with 11-15 percent of people in the US thought to have been infected by it at some point, that’s a significant finding. The discovery, made by an international team of researchers, […]

World Diabetes Day 2023: Expert Tips To Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar Levels During The Festivities

As the festive season unfolds, we find ourselves surrounded by all kinds of traditional sweets. From laddoos to kaju katli, jalebis, rasgullas, and soan papri, these sweet delights grace every household. During this time, indulgence often knows no bounds, with sweet treats making their appearance post-meals or when entertaining guests. However, in the midst of […]

New Study Reveals Universal Blood Pressure Reduction Strategy, Effective Even With Medication

A recent study shows that reducing sodium intake can significantly lower blood pressure, even in individuals on hypertension medication. By decreasing salt consumption by about one teaspoon per day, participants experienced a notable drop in systolic blood pressure, emphasizing the crucial role of diet in managing blood pressure. Most everyone can lower blood pressure by […]

Novo Nordisk wants to be a cardiovascular company, too, with sights set on inflammation

PHILADELPHIA – Novo Nordisk, which has dominated the diabetes and obesity markets with its blockbuster drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, now also wants to be a major player in heart disease. The landmark Select trial presented over the weekend – which showed Wegovy significantly cut the risk of heart complications – is just one of many […]