Introduction Shunting of glycolytic intermediates into the pentose phosphate pathway via transketolase activation by benfotiamine has been suggested to protect from hyperglycemia-induced microvascular damage, but the long-term effects of benfotiamine on diabetic sensorimotor polyneuropathy (DSPN) remain unclear. Research design and methods This 1:1 randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel group monocentric phase II trial compared the efficacy […]
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Age of Onset May Affect Stroke, Metabolic Syndrome Risk
Share on PinterestRecent studies have shown that the age of menopause onset can influence various health outcomes. The Good Brigade/Getty Images One study found that early natural menopause may be associated with a 27% higher risk of metabolic syndrome. Another study shows that later-onset menopause may have a lower risk of heart attack and stroke. […]
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How ‘The Pitt’ TV Series Compares to Working in a Real ER
Share on PinterestDoes the hit TV series “The Pitt” accurately depict what it’s like to work in a real ER? Photograph by Warrick Page/HBO Max This month, “The Pitt” won a Golden Globe, including Best Drama Series and Best Actor for Noah Wyle. The Emmy-winning emergency medicine drama is driving conversation across entertainment and healthcare. […]
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How the TikTok Trend Can Help You Lose Weight
Share on PinterestThe 75 Medium challenge may help people build healthy, sustainable habits that lead to weight loss and improved fitness. Getty Images 75 Medium is a new trend that’s gaining popularity on social media platforms like TikTok. It’s designed as a more sustainable alternative to the 75 Hard challenge. It includes daily movement, flexible […]
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Doctors, Pediatricians Ignoring RFK Jr.’s New Child Vaccine Guidelines
Share on PinterestMany children’s medical offices and state health departments aren’t in compliance with the CDC’s new child vaccine guidelines. Robert Michael/picture alliance via Getty Images Pediatric medical professionals are pushing back against new CDC recommendations that implemented major changes to the childhood immunization schedule. Many pediatricians rely on advice from the American Academy of […]
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Rising Cases Threaten U.S. Elimination Status
Share on PinterestThe United States recorded a 33-year high in measles cases in 2025, the highest level of U.S. measles cases since 1992.Jan Sonnenmair/Getty Images The United States is at risk of losing its measles elimination status, which it has held since 2000. The designation may be revoked because in 2025, the U.S. experienced its […]
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Another Review Shows Tylenol During Pregnancy Isn’t Linked to Autism
Share on PinterestA new gold standard review confirms that paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is not linked to autism or ADHD. Dobrila Vignjevic/Getty Images The most rigorous review to date found that there is no evidence that paracetamol (Tylenol) use in pregnancy increases the risk of autism, ADHD, or intellectual disabilities. This contradicts the information […]
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10-Minute Daily Walk May Lower Death Risk by 15%
Share on PinterestA daily 10-minute walk may lower the risk of early death by 15%, according to a study. Image Credit: The Good Brigade/Getty Images A recent study found that walking for 10 minutes a day may lower the risk of early death by 15%. The study noted that a combination of sleep, nutrition, and […]
Read MoreNational access to renal transplantation and post-transplant survival among patients with diabetes: deceased and living donor outcomes
Introduction In the USA, patients with diabetes and end-stage renal disease are less likely to undergo deceased donor kidney transplantation (DDKT) or living donor kidney transplantation (LDKT). We explored the survival benefit of DDKT and LDKT among patients with diabetes. Research design and methods We used the United Network for Organ Sharing Standard Transplant Analysis […]
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Hot Flash Treatment May Have Anti-Cancer Properties
Share on PinterestA progesterone-mimicking drug may help slow breast cancer tumor growth, according to research. Image Credit: Fiordaliso/Getty Images A recent study found that a synthetic progesterone drug used to manage hot flashes in females with breast cancer may also help slow tumor growth. A low dose of megestrol acetate is already currently used to […]
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