A new study has shown that digital acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is both safe and effective for managing fibromyalgia, when compared to daily digital symptom tracking. This research was published online on July 8 in The Lancet.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the main forms of treatment in traditional Chinese medicine. It involves the use of sharp, thin needles that are inserted in the body at very specific points. This process is believed to adjust and alter the body’s energy flow into healthier patterns, and is used to treat a wide variety of illnesses and health conditions.
Long-Term Low-Carb Diets: Benefits and Limitations for Type 2 Diabetes
For people with type 2 diabetes, following a long-term low-carbohydrate diet can help improve some blood fat levels, but it does not seem to affect blood sugar control. This information comes from a recent study that was shared online on July 24 in the Journal of Diabetes Investigation.
A group of researchers from the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine in Japan, led by Takahiro Ichikawa, looked into how long-term low-carb diets impact blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes patients. They reviewed six studies that fit their criteria.
Successful Treatment for Meniere’s Disease through Vestibular Neurectomy
Patients with Meniere’s disease (MD) can find relief from vertigo episodes and see improvements in their condition through a procedure known as vestibular neurectomy. This finding was highlighted in a recent study published online on July 30 in Acta Neurologica Belgica.
Rising Rates of Overactive Bladder in U.S. Men: A Growing Health Concern
Overactive bladder (OAB) has become more common among men in the United States. From 2015 to 2020, about 14.5 percent of men experienced OAB, marking a significant increase compared to previous years. This information was shared in a study published online on July 15 in Scientific Reports.
Esophageal Cancer Deaths: Racial Gap Narrows Over Two Decades
From 1999 to 2020, esophageal cancer deaths among Black adults showed a significant decrease while remaining stable among White adults. This trend narrowed the racial mortality gap, as revealed by a recent study published on July 24 in the Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Women and Migraine: A New Perspective on Heart Health
In a recent study, it was discovered that many traditional factors that increase the risk of heart disease are actually linked to a lower risk of migraines in women. This surprising finding came from a study published in Neurology.
Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Critical for Smokers
People who have smoked in the past can catch lung cancer early through annual CT screening, which makes it easier to treat.
Most Americans do not know about this important screening, according to a recent survey.
Plasma Markers for Alzheimer’s Disease Increase with Age
In a recent study, it was found that certain blood markers linked to Alzheimer’s disease increase with age and are connected to known dementia risk factors. The study was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association and presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Philadelphia.
Pharmacists Help Reduce Stroke Risk in Older Adults
Community pharmacists are important in helping older adults reduce their risk of stroke by prescribing the right medicine. A study published on July 24 in JAMA Network Open shows this.
Depression Increases Death Risk for Women with Breast Cancer, Study Shows
It was found in a new study that depression can significantly lower the survival chances of women with breast cancer.
Women with both breast cancer and depression are more than three times as likely to die compared to women without either condition. In comparison, breast cancer patients without depression are only 45% more likely to die than healthy women.