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Group intervention may prevent maternal obesity transmission
A group prenatal care intervention appears beneficial in addressing several factors associated with intergenerational transmission of obesity, suggests a study in American Samoa.
Group intervention may prevent maternal obesity transmission
17 Oct 2024
Nationwide exercise programs a cost-effective way to improve public health in SG
Nationwide exercise programs can significantly reduce healthcare costs in Singapore by preventing diabetes, hypertension, and associated mortality, as suggested in a cost-utility analysis.
Nationwide exercise programs a cost-effective way to improve public health in SG
16 Oct 2024
Depression, anxiety tied to intragastric balloon intolerance, early removal
Intragastric balloons (IGBs) are a less-invasive alternative to metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS) in the treatment of obesity and its complications, but many Asians suffer intolerance and have a higher rate of early balloon removal relative to Caucasians, reports a Singapore study. Moreover, both depression and anxiety are associated with early IGB removal.
Depression, anxiety tied to intragastric balloon intolerance, early removal
16 Oct 2024
Long-term glucocorticoid exposure ups risk of incident CVD
Long-term glucocorticoid levels, particularly cortisone measured in scalp hair, are associated with a higher risk of incident cardiovascular disease (CVD) among younger adults, suggests a study.
Long-term glucocorticoid exposure ups risk of incident CVD
15 Oct 2024
Hormone therapy prevents relapse in women with schizophrenia
The use of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) can provide protection against psychosis relapse among women of menopausal age with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder (SSD), a study has shown.
