Glaucoma is Associated with Greater Exposure to Polluted Air
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study validates that long-term exposure to fine particulate matter pollution increases the risk of glaucoma.
Low Blood Pressure is a Risk and Should be Taken Seriously – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. Various medical studies suggest that low blood pressure may increase the risk of coronary artery disease, falling and may even increase the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields Treatment May Counteract Periprosthetic Osteolysis
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. A combination of pulsed electromagnetic fields and platelet rich plasma effectively treats an in vitro modal of periprosthetic osteolysis.
Sugary and Artificially Sweetened Drinks Associated with Cancer Risk
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. The consumption of sugary drinks was significantly associated with an increased risk of overall cancer and breast cancer.
Oral Hyaluronic Acid Treatment for Dry Eyes
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study demonstrates that a combined treatment of oral and topical hyaluronic acid is more effective in treating Dry Eye Disease than topical hyaluronic acid alone.
Herpes Virus 6A Infection Increases Multiple Sclerosis Risk
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study demonstrates that an increased serological response against human herpesvirus 6A is associated with risk for multiple sclerosis.
Antibiotic Use Increases Parkinson’s Disease Risk
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Excessive antibiotic exposure is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease.
Ashwagandha Root Extract Improved Sleep Parameters in Insomnia
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Ashwagandha root extract improves sleep quality and sleep onset latency in patients with insomnia.
Low Levels of Vitamin D may Raise Breast Cancer Risk – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Massey, MD, PhD. A medical study revealed that blood levels of vitamin D greater than 38 ng/ml significantly reduced the risk of breast cancer, especially in postmenopausal women.
Is Soda a Risk Worth Choosing? – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. Recent studies strongly indicate that regular consumption of sugary and artificially sweetened soda may increase the risk of a number of illness including heart disease, obesity, diabetes and bowel issues.
