In January 2020 researchers from The Netherlands published the results of their study to assess the use of low-dose aspirin amongst women with an increased risk pre-eclampsia. It has been … Read more
Physical activity programmes for pregnant women are potentially useful in reducing pregnancy-related pain, psychological symptoms and gestational weight gain
In May 2019 researchers from Hong Kong, China published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of physical activity programmes for pregnant women on pregnancy-related issues, … Read more
Flame retardant chemicals may increase the risk of thyroid abnormalities as well as cancers for which thyroid impairment has an impact on risk or prognosis
In January 2017 researchers from the USA published their review on human flame retardant chemical exposure, including concerns for thyroid abnormalities and cancer risk. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers have been in … Read more
A low intake of vitamin D appears to increase the risk of rheumatoid arthritis whilst vitamin D deficiency appears to be associated with a higher level of symptoms
In June 2019 researchers from Iran published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the relationship between vitamin D deficiency and rheumatoid arthritis. Most studies reported that a … Read more
There appears to be an association between nocturnal leg cramps and a sedentary lifestyle in individuals aged over 60 years
In February 2020 researchers from France and Switzerland published the results of their study to assess the association between nocturnal leg cramps and a sedentary lifestyle among elderly patients. A … Read more
When vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency occurs, it is better to take vitamin D supplementation than using sunbeds, which have been classified a Class 1 carcinogen
In March 2019 researchers from Belgium and Italy published their overview on vitamin D and sunbed use. The researchers stated that vitamin D status appears to be associated with a … Read more
Friction underwear, developed by adding small silicon dots to the underwear, may be an effective way of preventing underwear from getting wet for individuals who suffer from overactive bladder/urge incontinence
In May 2019 researchers from Korea published the results of their study to assess the effects of friction underwear for elderly individuals with overactive bladder. Friction underwear had been developed … Read more
Dancing may help improve or maintain cognition in older individuals
In February 2019 researchers from Canada published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of dance as a physical activity or exercise on cognition in healthy … Read more
Although there is only limited research into body warming, there is some evidence that sauna bathing is associated with a reduced risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases
In January 2020 researchers from Australia and the UK pubished the results of their review on whether heat therapy can be an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. The … Read more
Current research does not support a clear association between antenatal magnesium sulphate suppementation and beneficial and adverse neonatal outcomes
In December 2019 researchers from Australia, Canada and New Zealand published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess whether ante-natal magnesium sulphate supplementation is associated with unintended adverse … Read more
Mixed herbal supplementation containing fenugreek, ginger and turmeric appears to increase human milk volume thereby enabling exclusive breastfeeding
In November 2018 researchers from Thailand published the results of their study to assess the effects of mixed herbal supplementation, including fenugreek, ginger, and turmeric on human milk volume and … Read more
Some plants as natural remedies may have a beneficial effect on different aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome
In December 2019 researchers from Iran published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of different herbal medicines used for polycystic ovary syndrome. The researchers stated … Read more
Omega-3 supplementation from the 24th week of pregnancy appears to lead to a higher BMI in offspring from 0 to 6 years of age but not an increased risk of obesity at age 6
In September 2018 researchers from Denmark published the results of their study to assess the effect of omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids supplementation during pregnancy on the measurements and … Read more
A single yoga group class appears to significantly improve symptoms of anxiety, lack of appetite, depression, drowsiness, fatigue and well-being in a group of individuals with cancer as well as in their caregivers
In December 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effects of group-based yoga classes offered at a cancer centre. A total of 205 … Read more
Following a single yoga session children diagnosed with cancer or a blood disorder appear to experience a significant decrease in pain but no change in anxiety levels, whereas both adolescents and parents have a significant decrease in anxiety levels
In March 2020 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effect of a single bedside yoga class on children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer … Read more
It is currently uncertain as to whether yoga is useful for women with urinary incontinence
In February 2019 researchers from the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effects of yoga for treating urinary incontinence in women. It is thought … Read more
Mindfulness or yoga may be effective in reducing stress and anxiety and improving quality of life and lung function in children and adolescents with asthma
In March 2020 researchers from the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the use of yoga and mindfulness for children and adolescents with asthma. The … Read more
Hand rubbing with sprayed alcohol-based hand rub/sanitizer is just as effective as rubbing with alcohol-based hand rub/sanitizer poured onto the palm of the hand to reduce bacterial counts on hands and may be an acceptable alternative hand hygiene method pending assessment in other settings and for other pathogens
In February 2020 researchers from the Infection Control Programme, WHO Collaborating Centre on Patient Safety in Singapore and Switzerland published the results of their study to assess whether sprayed alcohol-based … Read more
Use of a hand rub/sanitizer containing olanexidine gluconate has the potential to become an important means of preventing human norovirus infection
In March 2020 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess the effectiveness of a new hand antiseptic containing olanexidine gluconate against human noroviruses. The researchers stated … Read more
There is no indication of an increased incidence of asthma, rhinitis or eczema in adolescents living in households with a high use of cleaning agents
In July 2019 researchers from The Netherlands published the results of their study to assess the association between the use of household cleaning agents with the incidence of asthma, rhinitis … Read more