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NTM lung infections in CF patients is on the rise: US Study |…

The annual number of new cases of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) lung infections is increasing in the U.S. among people with cystic fibrosis, a study finds. Between 2010 and 2019, the incidence, or new cases, of infections increased by 3.5% a year, with the highest number seen in the South. NTN is a type of bacteria in […]

High blood glucose accelerates cognitive decline in stroke survivors

High blood glucose levels in stroke survivors are associated with faster cognitive decline, according to an NIA-funded study. In contrast, the researchers found no evidence that post-stroke LDL cholesterol or high blood pressure levels accelerate cognitive decline. These findings, published in JAMA Network Open, suggest that glucose management in stroke survivors may help preserve cognition […]

Community Blood Drive being held this afternoon in Onida

LifeServe Blood Center and the Sully Buttes High School National Honor Society are hosting a Community Blood Drive today (Aug. 3, 2023) from 1-5:15pm at the Phoenix Center in Onida. To schedule an appointment call Mary Jo Stier at 605-222-3857 or www.lifeservebloodcenter.org. LifeServe Blood Center supplies all of the blood and blood products for 29 […]

I use period blood as a face mask – it’s the ‘best’ for anti-aging

I use my period blood as a face mask – it’s the best anti-aging hack that will help you unlock the fountain of youth TikTok user Sky Fishing recently touted the alleged benefits of period face masks She claimed it is rich in stem cells and micronutrients that enhance the skin Experts have warned against […]

What you should know about the latest COVID-19 surge

Recent data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that a summer surge of COVID-19 could be underway, although not as significant as in past summers. By some measures, the number of coronavirus infections is rising, along with test positivity, emergency department visits and — most alarmingly — hospital admissions.Why might this […]

Ionis enters collaboration to advance next generation program targeting Lp(a) for cardiovascular disease

Builds on existing collaboration with Novartis for pelacarsen, which is currently being evaluated in a Phase 3 cardiovascular outcome study with data expected in 2025 Ionis’ new and advanced technologies will be used to create next generation compound targeting Lp(a) Ionis will receive a $60 million upfront payment CARLSBAD, Calif., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ionis […]

Type 2 diabetes: Kombucha may lower blood glucose

Share on PinterestCould the popular fermented drink kombucha help manage type 2 diabetes? Image credit: Emily Jean Thomas/Stocksy. Kombucha is a fermented tea that has benefits such as improving gut health. Researchers were curious whether the probiotic beverage could be helpful in lowering blood sugar and conducted a study with people with type 2 diabetes. […]

Can genome editing transform ocular disease treatment?

In a recent review published in Experimental & Molecular Medicine, researchers reviewed existing data on the discovery and development of gene-editing technologies and their applications in managing ocular diseases. Study: Genome editing in the treatment of ocular diseases. Image Credit: GarnaZarina/Shutterstock.com Background Gene therapy advances offer a new therapeutic approach for various ocular diseases with genetic or […]

Complicated pregnancy clinic: thyroid disorders

Dr Rebecca Scott and Professor Kevin Shotliff advise how GPs can support perinatal women with thyroid disorders in the latest in our complicated pregnancy clinic series Pre-existing thyroid disorders are commonly seen in pregnant women, with 1-2% of pregnancies occurring in women with hypothyroidism,  and 0.2% of pregnancies in women with known hyperthyroidism. New diagnoses of […]