Looking back on the Term Breech Trial: To what extent does scientific literature influence doctor practice?The refutation of a trial recommending cesarean delivery for breech babies led obstetricians to adjust quickly. Which women are at risk of nervous system damage after chemotherapy?Depending on their genetic profile and clinical risk factors, patients had a lower or higher risk of developing neuropathic lesions. U.S.-based Endocrine Society abandons threshold for vitamin D deficiency It also no longer recommends testing for vitamin D levels in people with dark skin, pregnant people or obese people. Double mastectomy reduces risk of second cancer, but not mortality Results challenge current thinking that contralateral breast cancer is a new primary tumour likely to metastasize. Do PPIs increase risk for migraine? Proton pump inhibitors are commonly used medications for the treatment and prevention of gastric acid-related upper gastrointestinal disease. Six common natural products potentially harmful to the liver One study showed 15.6 million U.S. adults consume so-called natural products associated with hepatotoxic risks. Study compares weight loss with semaglutide versus liraglutide after one year The study also identifies factors associated with a clinically meaningful (≥ 10%) weight reduction at one year. Can the shingles vaccine really delay dementia onset? Study says yes, but not everyone is convinced. Scientists show how pregnancy changes the brain in innumerable ways Neuroscientist Liz Chrastil got the unique chance to see how her brain changed while she was pregnant and share what she learned in a new study that offers the first detailed map of a woman’s brain throughout gestation. UBC researchers develop tool that can measure how many microplastics you’re drinking The researchers say their device allows for ‘quick, cheap detection of these plastics.’ First Previous 10 11 12 13 14 Next Last
