Comorbidity
Recent research at Hospital Universitario "Dr. Jose Eleuterio Gonzalez" in Nuevo Leon, Mexico, has shed light on the efficacy and safety of antidepressant use in patients with focal epilepsy and psychiatric comorbidities. Investigators conducted a systematic review of clinical trials, observational studies, case reports, and case series involving
HIV
Research conducted at Yale University School of Medicine, in collaboration with seven diverse health department jurisdictions, has demonstrated the importance of addressing the needs of individuals coinfected with HIV and HCV. The study, published in Open Forum Infectious Diseases, highlights the benefits of direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) in achieving viral cure
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
A new study has found associations between attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and substance use disorders (SUD), with sex-differences and psychiatric comorbidities playing a significant role in the relationship. Conducted by researchers at the University of Bergen, the study used data from Norway's Medical Birth Registry, Prescription Database, and
Biological markers
Research conducted by investigators at the University of Bari Aldo Moro in Italy has shed light on the long-term effects of switching from Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate (TDF) to Tenofovir Alafenamide (TAF) on hepatic, renal, and metabolic parameters in people with HIV (PWH) and HBV coinfection. The study, published in the
Comorbidity
New research from the University of Alberta sheds light on the complex relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and comorbid neurocognitive and affective disorders in older adults. According to the study, OSA is a significant risk factor for accelerated cognitive decline and affective disturbances in the aging population, with pervasive
Cancer
Current research indicates that physical activity shows promise in mitigating cognitive decline and improving physical function in both cancer and dementia populations, which share common risk factors and significantly burden the healthcare system. A recent scoping review was conducted to explore the current knowledge of physical activity for individuals with
Comorbidity
According to recent research, the prevalence of comorbidity amongst individuals seeking care for musculoskeletal disorders is increasing, highlighting the importance of understanding how healthcare professionals manage individuals with musculoskeletal disorders and comorbidity. A comprehensive literature review conducted by researchers from Aalborg University Hospital analyzed the existing literature on healthcare professionals&
Antitubercular agents
Tuberculosis remains a major public health concern worldwide, particularly in regions with high HIV/AIDS prevalence. According to a recent study, 500,000 people died from TB in 2021, with individuals living with HIV having an 18 times higher risk of developing TB. This association with poor treatment outcomes underscores
Antiretroviral agents
Researchers at the University of Porto have developed a novel mathematical model to capture the coinfection dynamics of HIV and SARS-CoV-2 under the influence of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). The model takes into account the effect of HAART on both infections and derives the basic reproduction numbers for each
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis remains a major public health concern worldwide, particularly in regions with high HIV/AIDS prevalence. According to a recent study, 500,000 people died from TB in 2021, with individuals living with HIV having an 18 times higher risk of developing TB. This association with poor treatment outcomes underscores
HIV
A recent study published in the journal Current HIV has shed light on the increased risk of developing liver fibrosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in people with HIV and hepatitis B virus (HBV) coinfection. The study, conducted by researchers at Duke University School of Medicine, found that individuals with HIV-HBV
Comorbidity
Researchers at Emory University have conducted a study on the relationship between seizure control and the development of comorbidities in individuals with epilepsy. The study, published in the journal Seizure, analyzed data from the HealthVerity Marketplace Inovalon healthcare claims database and found that adults with uncontrolled epilepsy had a higher
