IMA President Calls for Legalization of Prenatal Gender Detection TestsThree decades after India banned prenatal sex determination, Dr. RV Asokan, President of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), has called for its legalization, arguing that the ban has not significantly improved the country’s gender ratio.
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Semaglutide: A Promising Drug for Weight Loss and Cardiovascular Health with Gastrointestinal ConsiderationsA recent meta-analysis in the International Journal of Obesity reveals that semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, offers significant cardiovascular benefits and aids weight loss in overweight and obese patients, though its side effects warrant caution.
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Study Reveals Declining Dental Benefits of Fluoridated WaterThe dental health benefits of adding fluoride to drinking water have diminished since the introduction of fluoride toothpaste. Despite the decline, researchers emphasize that water fluoridation still provides benefits and should not be discontinued. The research emphasises the importance of a multi-faceted approach to oral health, consisting of reduced sugar consumption and good dental hygiene practices.
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New Cheek Swab Test Predicts Mortality Risk and Biological AgeScientists have developed a revolutionary tool called CheekAge that can predict biological aging and mortality risk using a simple cheek swab. While previous methods required blood samples, the new noninvasive tool tacks DNA changes in cheek cells caused by lifestyle habits such as stress, poor sleep quality, smoking, alcohol use and an unhealthy diet. Such factors quicken aging through imprinting epigenetic marks in DNA, which CheekAge analyses to predict biological age of individuals.
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Arm Position: A Critical Factor in Blood Pressure AccuracyAccording to a new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, an incorrect posture during blood pressure measurements can result in readings that are higher than the actual blood pressure, potentially resulting in a misdiagnosis of high blood pressure and unnecessary treatment.
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