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It is safe to administer norepinephrine through a peripheral intravenous catheter (PIV) at low doses for <24 hours using a protocol, suggests a study. Preventing the unnecessary insertion of central venous catheter (CVC) helps minimize the risk of central line complications, thus improving patient morbidity.

Use of etomidate for rapid sequence intubation (RSI) does not appear to increase the incidence of secondary infection, a study has shown.

Though the number of doctors planning to leave general practice is relatively low as compared with other countries, Singapore nevertheless urgently needs to boost retention among primary healthcare workers, according to a new study. Promoting the recognition for these professionals, as well as providing them with a more robust support system, can help in this regard.

A recent study has found that longer reproductive lifespan exerts favourable effects on mortality, prolonging survival by 0.84 years. In addition, a healthy lifestyle may augment the beneficial effects of reproductive lifespan.

Testosterone therapy appeared safe for the heart in men with hypogonadism, according to a meta-analysis of 35 placebo-controlled trials presented at ENDO 2022. However, experts have differing opinions on the findings.

The risk for azathioprine discontinuation attributed to haematopoietic toxicity and lower thiopurine doses is higher among patients with the rs2814778-CC genotype, reveals a study. Genotype remains associated with the risk even after adjustment for race.