Taking Isotretinoin (Roaccutane/Accutane) can work wonders for treating severe acne but it also comes with challenges, especially for your skin. Here we’ll explore some expert skincare tips to keep your skin healthy while taking Accutane. Skincare Tips While Taking Accutane Hydration: Accutane can significantly reduce the oil production in your skin, which may lead to […]
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What? High blood pressure is a silent killer that affects billions globally. However, new guidelines from the International Society of Hypertension might surprise some. Beyond the established medical advice of reducing salt intake and quitting smoking, they recommend daily meditation of around 45 minutes to combat stress-related high blood pressure. Other suggested practices include listening […]
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10% of the population has CKD. CKD Explained is a new website recently launched by Dr Andy Stein, one of our co-founders, and his renal consultant colleague and friend Dr Waqar Ayub. It is primarily for patients with CKD (or are concerned about preventing it) – and their families. It will also be useful to junior […]
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Martha Mills died in 2021 of a preventable cause. Doctors now need to make sure this type of tragedy is far less likely to happen again. But how could it be done? The logistics will be complicated and not easy to administer. Here is one way it could be done. It needs to be thought […]
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==== ____ What? The UK government is preparing to prohibit the sale of single-use, or disposable. vapes, driven by concerns over child addiction and environmental repercussions. This impending decision arrives in the aftermath of numerous appeals from councils, prominent paediatricians, and environmental activists for the cessation of these disposable nicotine devices on the grounds of […]
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Heart disease is a leading cause of death globally. Fortunately, you have more control over your heart health than you might think. One important step is maintaining a balanced level of lipids, or fats, in your blood. Here, we’ll explore how to improve the balance of lipids in your blood to reduce your risk of […]
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Upfront Combination Therapy vs Statin Monotherapy in ACS Patients Introduction Heart diseases remain a leading cause of mortality worldwide. Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) refers to a group of conditions: ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and unstable angina. ACS is responsible for a third of deaths in people over 35 years old. ACS can be […]
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==== ____ What? Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize our understanding of early human life. The team has successfully grown an entity closely resembling a 14-day-old human embryo without using sperm, eggs, or a womb. This “embryo model” is crafted from stem cells and mimics all the critical […]
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Understanding Acne Acne is a skin condition that affects millions globally. While it’s typically associated with teenagers, it can persist into adulthood, impacting self-esteem and quality of life. Acne happens when hair follicles become clogged by oil and dead skin cells, causing pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and, in severe cases, painful cysts. When other acne medications […]
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______ === What? Junior doctors and consultants in England are set to strike together for the first time, escalating their ongoing pay dispute with the government. Strikes will occur from September 20 to 22 and again from October 2 to 4. A staggering 98% of junior doctors voted in favor of continuing the strikes in […]
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