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Patients Can Take GLP-1 RA Medications Before Surgery

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications do slow gastric emptying but not by enough to warrant discontinuing medications before surgery,

Females Have Higher Genetic Risk for PTSD

The genetic influences of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are stronger in females than males, according to a study published online June 4 in The American

Dad Plays Role in His Infant's Microbiome

that typically play key roles in daily human health. They are known to stimulate the immune system, break down toxins, aid in digestion and synthesize certain k

AI-Based Health Coaching Aids Blood Pressure Management

Artificial intelligence (AI)-based, lifestyle coaching can improve blood pressure (BP) management, according to a study published online May 28 in JMIR Cardio.J

9/11 Responders May Face Higher Odds for Dementia

namely, that consistent PPE use can spare workers in similar situations from future illness and early death. There is a critical need to protect persons who hel

Tau PET Performs Well in Predicting Dementia in Individuals With MCI

Tau positron emission tomography (PET) has the best performance as a standalone marker for prediction of progression of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to demen

Adverse Effects of Medical Treatment Increasing Worldwide

The burden of adverse effects of medical treatment (AEMT) is increasing, with the proportion of all cases accounted for by the increasing rates seen in older ad

Scientists Find Possible Antidote to Black Widow Spider Bite

the Northern, Southern and Western black widow. To develop a potential treatment for all latrotoxins, and not only the toxin of the European black widow, we wou

About 1 in 6 U.S. Adults Practice Yoga

Nearly 1 in every 6 U.S. adults have engaged in the ancient practice of yoga over the past year, new government data shows.In fact, as Americans increasingly tu

There's Another 'Magic' Mushroom Being Sold in Gummies -- But It Can Kill

are being marketed as aids to reduce anxiety, depression and other conditions, researchers say. Amanita muscaria mushrooms have psychedelic effects similar to p

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