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Muscle Mass in Seniors: How Accurate Are Quick Body Scans?

Explore the effectiveness of bioimpedance analysis (BIA) in measuring muscle mass in geriatric patients. Learn how BIA compares to DXA scans and what this means for diagnosing sarcopenia.

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Is Your Hospital Safe? Comparing the Best Methods for Detecting Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs

Discover the latest research on rapid screening methods for detecting carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) in hospitals. Learn which techniques offer the best balance of speed, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness to protect patients from antibiotic-resistant infections.

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ADHD in Adults: Navigating Diagnosis, Treatment, and Breaking Down Stigma

Explore the complexities of adult ADHD diagnosis and treatment based on the European Consensus Statement. Learn about prevalence, effective strategies, and how to challenge misconceptions.

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Smokeless Tobacco: Unpacking the Hidden Dangers to Your Oral Health

Uncover the risks of smokeless tobacco on oral health. Explore how nicotine and cotinine lead to oxidative stress and reduced antioxidant levels in saliva, potentially causing significant harm. Stay informed to protect your health!

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Decoding Lynch Syndrome: A Young Patient's Genetic Puzzle and What It Means for You

This article explores a groundbreaking case of Lynch syndrome, an inherited condition increasing cancer risk, in a young Japanese patient. Learn about a novel genetic variant discovered and the implications for early detection, genetic counseling, and proactive health management.

Benefit-Risk Balance: Pills versus Healthy Food

Navigating Treatment Decisions: Understanding Benefit-Risk Frameworks

Learn how benefit-risk frameworks guide the assessment of medicines, ensuring safer and more effective treatments. Plus, get the scoop on an important author correction in a leading clinical pharmacology journal.

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Decoding ALS: A New Nomogram Predicts Longer Survival

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating neurodegenerative disease, but groundbreaking research is offering new hope. This article delves into a recent study that has identified key factors influencing survival rates and developed a new tool – a nomogram – to predict outcomes for ALS patients.

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Decoding Trauma's Deadly Cascade: How Thrombin Drives Acute Coagulopathy

Explore the groundbreaking research that reframes our understanding of acute traumatic coagulopathy (ATC). Discover how uncontrolled thrombin generation, not aPC, is the primary culprit in trauma-induced clotting disasters.

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Bipolar Disorder Treatment: New Insights and Effective Strategies

Gain insights into the latest treatments for bipolar disorder, from classic mood stabilizers to innovative therapies. Discover strategies for managing comorbidities and treatment-resistant depression, improving patient stability and quality of life.

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Breathe Easier: Your Guide to Pulmonary Rehabilitation

If lung problems leave you breathless, pulmonary rehabilitation offers a path to improved breathing and a more active life. Learn how this comprehensive program can help you regain control and live better.

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