Cardiology

Statins, Social Media and Misinformation

A recently published study in JAMA Network Open highlights the potential of an AI-based approach for analyzing extensive, publicly available social media data to generate valuable insights into current public perceptions regarding statins. This approach can also help monitor the spread of misinformation regarding the medication. A Univadis Italy report.

Experts Urge Early Optimization of Lipid-Lowering Medications Post-MI

French experts have published proposals to optimize lipid-lowering treatment within the first three months after a sudden heart attack. Univadis France coverage.

COVID-19

Research Strategies on Covid After the Pandemic

Univadis Italy coverage on new targets for the development of broad spectrum antibodies to be used as treatment for COVID-19 infection.

Diabetology

Dietary Style and Ultra-Processed Foods Implicated in Type 2 Diabetes and Hepatic Steatosis Link

A presentation at the recent National Congress of the Spanish Diabetes Society (SED) revealed the significant role that consuming ultra-processed foods plays in the development of hepatic steatosis (fatty liver) in people with type 2 diabetes.

Immunology

Broccoli Consumption Shown to Potentially Reduce Skin Allergies

Medscape French Edition reports on a study demonstrating that compounds present in certain cruciferous vegetables, including broccoli and cabbage, may alleviate skin allergies. The absence of these specific compounds in the diets of animal models aggravated skin allergies.

Neurology

A Network Meta-analysis Classifies Insomnia Medications

Univadis France reports on a network meta-analysis of the risk-benefit ratios of different insomnia medications. The results suggest that orexin receptor antagonists (ORAs) have the best risk-benefit ratio in the treatment of insomnia in adults.

The Burden of Epilepsy on Physical and Mental Health

Univadis France reports on a study that shows that epilepsy has a major deleterious impact on people’s physical and mental health. The study gathered data from an online survey of 500 people with epilepsy and 500 controls living in different European countries.

Music Consumption Habits Impact the Memory-Boosting Effects of Music

New research into patients with mild cognitive impairment indicates that the music listening habits of individuals over their lifetime can influence whether music improves the person’s performance in memory tasks as they age. Univadis Spain coverage.

Obstetrics/Gynaecology

Study Cautions of 'Unintended Consequences' of Induced Labour

Medscape UK Edition covers a study published in PLOS ONE, which suggests that recent increases in the numbers of pregnant women whose labour is induced in the UK may have ‘unintended consequences’. The researchers are concerned that induction of labour is being carried out without considering the accompanying real-world impact on staffing workloads and patient care.

Oncology

Advancing Targeted Treatment for Myeloproliferative Neoplasm

In a study covered by mediQuality (French), Stefan Constantinescu and colleagues uncover a highly specific mechanism that holds promise for the development of a targeted treatment for myeloproliferative neoplasm (blood cancer).

How to Preserve Fertility in Cancer Patients

The role of oncologists in informing patients of the potential impact of cancer treatments on fertility is critical. The scientific secretary of the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology emphasises the importance of discussing fertility preservation options during initial patient consultations before commencing cancer treatment. A Univadis Spain report.

Otolaryngology

Earwax Plug: Evaluation and Treatment

A Univadis Italy report on how to manage the excessive build-up of earwax (or ‘earwax plug’) in children and adults.

Professional News

ChatGPT Outperforms Doctors in Online Patient Consultations

In a recent forum where patients posed questions online, ChatGPT surpassed doctors in providing answers. The responses by ChatGPT were rated higher in quality, and the empathy expressed by the AI system was thought to be superior, according to a study published in the JAMA. Medscape French Edition.

Psychiatry

New Cannabinoid Raises Concerns

The European territory is facing a concerning situation as a new cannabinoid called Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) emerges, leaving authorities with limited knowledge regarding its effects and risks. The alert comes amid difficulties in identifying the substance, because it is intentionally vaporized onto cannabis flowers that have low tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) to make it appear legal. A mediQuality (French) report.

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