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Lower phase angle linked to CKD progression in T2DM
A Singapore study has found a previously overlooked connection between bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)-derived lower phase angle and chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression, mediated by matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2), in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Cash transfers ease functional impairment in elderly
A study in India has shown the effectiveness of a small cash transfer in alleviating short-term functional impairment among older people who are living alone. However, cash transfers do not produce a clinically or statistically significant decrease in depression and show no impact on food security.
Molnupiravir cuts hospitalization, death in COVID-19 patients at high risk of progression
An emulation of a randomized target trial suggests that molnupiravir may reduce hospital admission or death in adults who have tested positive for COVID-19 during the predominance of Omicron who were at high risk of progression to severe disease.
NOACs proven safe, effective in Asians with AF
Use of nonvitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) helps prevent thromboembolic events in Asian patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), with fewer bleeding events relative to warfarin therapy, according to the results of a study presented at the recent EHRA 2023.
How well did radiographers manage during the COVID-19 outbreak?
In Singapore, diagnostic radiographers were able to cope with the high demands of the COVID-19 pandemic in terms of provision of information, supplies, and physical equipment, a survey shows. However, they were less prepared to manage human factors, such as mental health and staff morale.