Category: Research Breakdown

Muscle Quality: A Cancer Game-Changer

In a study published in the Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, researchers explored the intricate relationship between muscle radiodensity and outcomes in hospitalized patients with advanced cancer. This groundbreaking research sheds light on how muscle radiodensity, a measurement of muscle quality, can influence patient symptoms, healthcare utilization, and survival rates, providing valuable insights… Read More Muscle Quality: A Cancer Game-Changer

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Looking Into the Rapid Aging of Puerto Rico’s Population

This article was published on Arbona Health Hub Volume 1 Issue 1 (ISSN: 3065-5544). Hello! During the past week I came across a publication titled “Aging and the Left Behind: Puerto Rico and Its Unconventional Rapid Aging” (Matos-Moreno, 2022). It was a very insightful read for me and I felt it necessary to share this… Read More Looking Into the Rapid Aging of Puerto Rico’s Population

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Fasting and Immune Health: What’s the Connection?

This article was published on Arbona Health Hub Volume 1 Issue 1 (ISSN: 3065-5544). Health Warning: Fasting is a serious medical practice which should be approached with strong consideration to individual health conditions/nutritional requirements. Always consult a healthcare professional if you intend to begin fasting, especially for prolonged periods of time.  Introduction Fasting is the… Read More Fasting and Immune Health: What’s the Connection?

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Are Girls In The USA Reaching Puberty Earlier?

This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate changes in girls’ age at the onset of thelarche (breast gland development) over the past four decades. The findings revealed a significant decrease in the age at pubertal onset, with thelarche assessed through clinical examination, by almost 3 months per decade. Introduction A crucial stage… Read More Are Girls In The USA Reaching Puberty Earlier?

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The Science of Love: Decoding the Neurochemistry Behind Relationships

Approaching one of the most commercially exploited days of our generation, Valentine’s Day, we find a dedicated team leveraging our neurochemistry’s significant role in this celebration. Beyond the commercial aspect of Valentine’s Day lies a fascinating interplay within our bodies, where reactions can be, at times, unpredictable. These responses stem from the profound emotions of… Read More The Science of Love: Decoding the Neurochemistry Behind Relationships

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Should You Go Plant-Based? A Look Into the Benefits of Eating Plant-Based Diets

Hello! Welcome to learning about plant-based eating! I have an interest in understanding how nutrition connects our mind and body, and what better way to dive deeper into this than reviewing the benefits of plant-based eating. I hope to enlighten you with this short review on the holistic advantages of eating plant-based, and how amazing… Read More Should You Go Plant-Based? A Look Into the Benefits of Eating Plant-Based Diets

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Cosmetic Use Of Ozempic On The Rise

Summary: The research study explores the growing public interest in the off-label use of Glucagon-like Peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists, particularly Ozempic, for cosmetic weight loss. Using Google Trends, the study reveals a significant surge in relative search volume (RSV) for “Ozempic”, “Wegovy”, and “Mounjaro” over a 5-year period, indicating a heightened curiosity and potential demand… Read More Cosmetic Use Of Ozempic On The Rise

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How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Medical Imaging

Summary: The study aimed to assess the impact of an AI tool for analyzing free-text indications in outpatient imaging orders. The researchers recorded and analyzed advanced outpatient imaging orders in a multicenter healthcare system before and after the implementation of the AI tool. The AI tool not only improved the scoring of orders but also… Read More How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Medical Imaging

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Can AI Outperform Radiologists in Early Pancreatic Cancer Detection?

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, with a five-year survival rate of only 10%. This is largely because it is often diagnosed at a late stage, when treatment options are limited. However, a recent study published in Nature Medicine offers hope for improved survival rates through the use of a deep… Read More Can AI Outperform Radiologists in Early Pancreatic Cancer Detection?

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AI Predicting Pancreatic Cancer Risk for Early Detection

Recently I came across a study in Nature Medicine that claimed to be able to use an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm to predict the risk of pancreatic cancer. In order facilitate in the development of a surveillance program for early diagnosis, Placido et al. sought to predict the risk of pancreatic cancer from the clinical… Read More AI Predicting Pancreatic Cancer Risk for Early Detection

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