People who follow a Western-style diet are three times more likely to develop late-stage macular degeneration, say researchers.
C. diff often originates outside healthcare settings, new study suggests
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 11, 2019
One in 10 patients admitted to a New York hospital with no C. diff symptoms were found to be carriers. Six months later, 38% had symptoms.
Time-restricted eating may benefit residents with metabolic syndrome
By
John O'Connor
Dec 06, 2019
Residents who limit their daily food intake to a 10-hour window may lose weight, lower their blood pressure and gain more stable insulin levels, a pilot study has found.
Promising antidepressant fails in late-stage trial
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 05, 2019
Fast-tracked antidepressant Sage-217 failed to outperform a placebo in a stage 3 trial, according to its developer.
Art intervention improves well-being of adults with dementia
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 04, 2019
An art gallery program for adults with dementia helps to improve well-being and normalize cortisol levels, according to a new study.
It’s time: Nominate your candidate for a McKnight’s Women of Distinction award
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 03, 2019
Do you know an accomplished woman who deserves the spotlight? Honor her with a nomination for the 2nd Annual McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards program.
Gastric reflux meds boost odds of winter stomach distress
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 02, 2019
Older adults who use proton pump inhibitors continuously have heightened odds of contracting an acute form of stomach virus that peaks in winter.
New facility lighting products regulate blue light and sleep/wake quality
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 02, 2019
A new lighting system allows facility operators to customize blue light exposure to promote better sleep and wakefulness.
Drug treatment aims to ease the pain of passing kidney stones
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 02, 2019
Passing kidney stones could become faster and less painful with a new two-drug combination, researchers report.
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, December 3
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 02, 2019
Aerobic exercise, improved diet could slow memory decline in residents … Nearly half of patients don’t understand informed consent for heart procedure … Fracture risk heightened in adults with atopic...