Revealing the hidden role of blood leaks in Alzheimer’s and MS
The question of what causes complex neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's or multiple sclerosis continues to confound scientists and doctors, with the unknowns standing in the way of early diagnoses and effective treatments.
New study reveals two-thirds of diabetic men suffer from erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects up to 66% of diabetic men globally, with risk factors like age, long-term diabetes, and obesity playing a significant role. The study emphasizes the urgent need for early diagnosis and effective diabetes management to reduce the burden of ED
Paternal intake of diabetes drug not linked to birth defects in babies: Study
Agencies New Delhi: Men with type 2 diabetes planning pregnancy can be reassured that taking the drug metformin may not increase the risk of birth defects
DNA test could flag psychosis risk for cannabis smokers
This is the first study to show that frequent use of high-potency cannabis leaves a distinct molecular mark on DNA
Medical and behavioral interventions can reduce fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis
In a study of commonly used treatments for people with multiple sclerosis, both medical and behavioral interventions, and a combination of the two, resulted in meaningful improvements in fatigue, a University of Michigan-led study finds.
New genetic variant may predict severe ulcerative colitis in patients
Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and debilitating fatigue define the daily lives of millions of people worldwide who suffer from chronic bowel disease.
Even men can develop breast cancer: How it's diagnosed and treated
Breast cancer, though rare in men, poses real risks linked to genetic and environmental factors. Early detection through awareness of symptoms can help with treatment outcomes in men.
Diabetes drug metformin safe for men who may become fathers, study finds
Metformin use by fathers does not increase risk of birth defects, according to large study.
Contraceptive coil may be linked to increased risk of breast cancer, study shows
The study found an 'unexpected' association between the use of an intrauterine system, also known as an hormonal coil, and an increased risk of the cancer in women aged 15 to 49
Metformin found safe for men with type 2 diabetes planning for parenthood
Potential fathers with type 2 diabetes can be reassured that taking the drug metformin is not associated with birth defects in their offspring, concludes a large study of more than 3 million pregnancies published by The BMJ today.
Electronic nudges improve flu vaccination rates in non-diabetic patients but fail to increase uptake in diabetics
Electronic nudges had a small impact on flu vaccine uptake in patients without diabetes but showed no significant effect among diabetic patients, suggesting the need for tailored strategies for this group.
IUDs and Breast Cancer Risk: What to Know
A new study adds to the evidence on hormonal contraceptives and breast cancer. But experts stressed the overall risk remains low.
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