Effectiveness of statins similar for men and women Incremental reductions in major vascular events with statin therapy is similar in men and women, according to research published in The Lancet.…
Depot contraceptive linked to increased risk of HIV infection Analysis finds the long acting birth control injection could increase the risk of HIV infection in women, with the highest risk observed in sex workers.…
Oxygen therapy reduces dyspnoea in COPD patients with mild disease Continuous oxygen during exertion, but not short-burst therapy, significantly reduces dyspnoea in patients with mild chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, researchers find.…
Review examines link between paracetamol use and asthma Researchers observed a positive association between paracetamol use in pregnancy and asthma but were unable to find sufficient evidence to support a change in guidance.…
Public Health England reminds prescribers of effectiveness of antivirals for fluDoctors have been instructed to prescribe antivirals for patients with severe influenza and not to be swayed by data showing that these drugs may not be effective.…
Mortality risk should be considered with choice of sulfonylurea drug Some sulfonylurea drugs, such as gliclazide and glimepiride, are associated with a lower mortality risk than others.…
Long-acting insulin ‘probably superior’ to intermediate-acting insulin New research favours long-acting insulin over intermediate-acting versions due to the greater reduction in haemoglobin A1c, less weight gain and lower incidence of severe hypoglycaemia.…
