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Epilepsy and ASM use in pregnancy increase morbidity and mortality risks in women and their offspring
Women with epilepsy are at considerably higher risk of severe maternal and perinatal outcomes and increased risk of death during pregnancy and postpartum, and the use of antiseizure medications (ASM) further increases these risks, the largest study to date has found.
Diabetes-related complications tied to higher risk of periodontitis
A study presented at EASD 2024 shows that microvascular complications of diabetes, such as diabetic neuropathy and retinopathy, are independently and concomitantly associated with moderate/severe periodontitis.
Large UK study underpins role of COVID-19 vax in mental illness
In a cohort study of over 18 million individuals with up to 2 years of follow-up, the incidences of most mental illnesses were markedly elevated following COVID-19 diagnosis compared with before or without COVID-19, particularly among the unvaccinated and before COVID-19 vaccines became available.
Study warns of increased PD risk among people with upper GI mucosal damage history
A history of upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage, such as peptic ulcer disease and erosions, has been associated with subsequent incidence of Parkinson’s disease (PD) in a study.
