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ASCO 2022: Screening of patients’ genomes for GPs to assess disease risk is ‘feasible’
Screening people’s genomes as part of routine primary care can spot genetic changes that may have important implications for health, a new study reports. The 90S study is the first to demonstrate that whole-genome sequencing (WGS) is feasible in a primary care setting and suggests it could have a role […]
How one minute with patients can help head off food insecurity
The perils of food insecurity extend even beyond hunger. When patients experience disruptions in food intake and eating patterns because of lack of money or other resources, it can result in low birth weight and developmental delays in children, as well as chronic kidney disease, congestive heart failure and type […]
Generic weight loss injection to be a game changer for patients
The named brand injection isn’t covered by most insurances, costing patients around $1,500 out of pocket. NEW ORLEANS — We know when it comes to losing weight and keeping it off, genetics make it more difficult for some people, but when we told you about a new medication, called a […]
Propolis Supplementation Beneficial for Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
New research shows propolis could be a useful supplement to help reduce the severity of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms. A team, led by Mahsa Miryan, Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, assessed the efficacy of propolis supplementation on the severity of IBS symptoms. There is now evidence […]
Estimating Bone Health Among Hemophilia Carriers and von Willebrand Disease Patients
In the US, approximately 1.5 million individuals experience bone fractures related to osteoporosis each year. In addition to this being a major public health concern, it poses a significant financial burden. Recently, issues with bone health have gained attention around how they relate to bleeding disorders. Individuals with hemophilia tend […]
Heart Screening For Cancer Patients
KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 – Two medical NGOs, namely the Maaedicare Charitable Foundation and the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM), have announced a breakthrough partnership to deliver affordable cardiac screenings to cancer patients. Maaedicare, which operates the Maaedicare Cardiac Diagnostic Centre, will provide procedures such as electrocardiography, echocardiography, exercise stress […]