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Budesonide–formoterol reliever combo superior to salbutamol alone for mild asthma in kids

The combination of inhaled corticosteroid budesonide plus formoterol appears to work better than the short-acting β2-agonist (SABA) salbutamol alone as reliever monotherapy for mild asthma in children, being associated with lower incidence of asthma attacks in a randomized controlled trial (RCT).

Trimetazidine lowers risk of stroke in presence of both IHD and AF

Treatment with the antianginal agent trimetazidine appears to protect against the incidence of stroke and its recurrence in patients with both ischaemic heart disease (IHD) and atrial fibrillation (AF), as shown in a study from Hong Kong.

Ceftriaxone 1 vs 2 g: Which dose leads to fewer clinical failure in bacteremia?

The incidence of clinical failure does not differ between 1- and 2-g doses of ceftriaxone for the treatment of bacteremia, results of a study have shown.

Elbow joint fixation device lessens complications after percutaneous coronary procedure

The novel elbow joint fixation device demonstrates superiority over simple manual compression in reducing puncture site-related discomfort, swelling, and subcutaneous bleeding area in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary procedures.

Early check-in protocol improves adherence to anticancer medications

The implementation of an early check-in protocol may enable pharmacists of health-system specialty pharmacies (HSSPs) to enhance patient adherence to oral anticancer medication (OAM), suggests a recent study.

Insights from the FDI World Dental Congress 2025: How Evidence- Based Antibacterial Mouthrinses Are Reshaping Preventive Oral Care Worldwide

Restless leg syndrome carries increased risk of Parkinson’s disease

Patients with restless leg syndrome (RLS) face a heightened risk of developing Parkinson’s disease (PD), particularly those not receiving treatment with dopamine agonists (DAs), as shown in a retrospective study.

Severe menopausal symptoms compromise work-related outcomes

Women with severe menopausal symptoms appear to experience reduced work capacity and adverse work-related outcomes, as suggested in a recent cross-sectional study.

Nerve stimulation beneficial in erythematotelangiectatic rosacea

Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) therapy helps lessen facial erythema and flushing in patients with erythematotelangiectatic rosacea, according to the results of a randomized clinical trial.

Family-based interventions deliver optimal BP outcomes in adults

Lifestyle interventions centred on families appear to provide significant public health benefits in maintaining ideal blood pressure (BP) levels in at-risk individuals, suggests a study.