European Archives - Page 198 of 1347 - European Medical Journal

Tracking A&E Demand in Sickle Cell Disease

A new cohort study analysing over 100,000 A&E visits in North Carolina has redefined what constitutes high emergency care use among people with sickle cell disease.

Cannabis Use Linked to Increased Cardiovascular Health Risks

THC, the main psychoactive compound, can stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, potentially causing tachycardia, vasoconstriction, and increased oxygen demand.

Lifestyle Changes Improve Liver Health in Patients with HIV

The findings highlight the potential for behavioural strategies, such as dietitian-led interventions, to play a key role in managing liver health.

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FDA investigates trials sending US cells to foreign labs

The FDA has launched an immediate review of clinical trials involving the export of American patients’ living cells to China and other “hostile countries”.

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Project to transform drug manufacturing wins £1.8m

A UK project has received a £1.8m to transform how medicines are made, aiming to make drug manufacturing faster, cleaner and more responsive.

Over 40% of Lupus Patients Lack Enough Exercise

An international study shows that many people with lupus are not physically active enough, with low activity levels linked to worse fatigue, stress, and depression.

High Readmission Rates Persist for Patients with Sickle Cell in Hospitals

A large-scale US study reveals that 34% of sickle cell disease patients are readmitted within 30 days of hospital discharge, nearly triple the rate of non-SCD patients.

Widely Used Painkiller Significantly Alters Gut Microbiota

Genetic data show that salicylic acid may alter gut microbiota and blood metabolites, raising questions about its long-term effects.

Timing of Small-Bowel Capsule Endoscopy and Bleeding Detection

A new study found that the timing of small-bowel capsule endoscopy does not significantly affect detection rates of bleeding sources.

High Comorbidity Rates Found in Paediatric Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The findings indicate that children with HS are significantly more likely to suffer from a range of both physical and mental health conditions.