Glioblastoma Recurrence: Treatment Options and Coping

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGlioblastoma RecurrenceSurgery (Reoperation)Tumor Treating FieldsImmunotherapyComplementary Alternative TherapiesLife Expectancy/PrognosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Glioblastoma Recurrence Surgery (Reoperation) Tumor Treating Fields Immunotherapy Complementary Alternative Therapies Life Expectancy/Prognosis Coping Glioblastoma recurrence is, unfortunately, the rule rather than the exception. Even when it appears a tumor has been eliminated with treatment, there is a high chance it will return. Sadly, there have also been relatively few treatment options when these cancers come back....

January 17, 2025 · 19 min · 3929 words · Misty Williams

Global High Blood Pressure Rates Doubled Over the Past 30 Years

Key TakeawaysBlood pressure rates have dramatically increased across the world, according to a new study.An estimated 626 million women and 652 million men had high blood pressure in 2019.Experts say more prevention and treatment is needed. Key Takeaways Blood pressure rates have dramatically increased across the world, according to a new study.An estimated 626 million women and 652 million men had high blood pressure in 2019.Experts say more prevention and treatment is needed....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1202 words · Yvonne Haynes

Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) Guide

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinition of COPDDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition of COPD Diagnosis Treatment The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) pocket guide to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) diagnosis and prevention is updated yearly, based on the Global Strategy for the Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention of COPD report. The guide provides a review of the causes and management of COPD and it is meant to be a resource for doctors who treat the condition....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1840 words · Xavier Mitchell

Global Measles Cases Jumped 20%. Here's How That Could Affect You

A statement about the report attributed the uptick to “inadequate immunization coverage.” More than 22 million children did not receive a first dose of the two-dose measles vaccine last year. “Measles vaccine has saved more lives than any other vaccine in the past 50 years,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, PhD, WHO Director-General, said in the statement. “To save even more lives and stop this deadly virus from harming the most vulnerable, we must invest in immunization for every person, no matter where they live....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1779 words · Teresa Wilson

Glossophobia (Fear of Public Speaking)

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsCausesDiagnosisCopingTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Coping Treatment Glossophobia, or the fear of public speaking, is one of the most common phobias.The good news is that there are ways to cope and learn to overcome your fear, such as using strategies to calm your nerves, practicing the presentation frequently, and engaging your audience with questions. Public speaking causes feelings of anxiety in 15% to 30% of the general population, and it can sometimes hinder a person’s day-to-day life....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1431 words · Ashley Carroll

GLP-1 Drug Shortage Is Over. Why Might These Drugs Soon Be Costlier and Harder to Access?

After years of shortages, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now listed Novo Nordisk’s blockbuster diabetes and obesity medications Wegovy and Ozempic as “available.” Semaglutide remains on the agency’sdrug shortage list, but all FDA-approved forms of the drug are no longer labeled “currently in shortage.” The agency may soon determine the shortage is resolved and remove the drug from the list entirely. When an FDA-approved drug is in shortage, compounding pharmacies may legally dispense generic versions for patients who can’t access the brand-name version....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1403 words · Richard Johnson

GLP-1 Drugs May Lower Risk of 10 Obesity-Related Cancers, Study Shows

Key TakeawaysPatients with type 2 diabetes who took GLP-1 drugs had a lower risk of developing 10 out of 13 obesity-associated cancers, according to a retrospective cohort study.The study showed that metformin also reduced cancer risk and had an even greater beneficial effect on kidney cancer compared to GLP-1 drugs.Randomized clinical trials are needed to prove a causal relationship between GLP-1 drugs and reduced cancer risk. Key Takeaways Patients with type 2 diabetes who took GLP-1 drugs had a lower risk of developing 10 out of 13 obesity-associated cancers, according to a retrospective cohort study....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1417 words · David Harris

GLP-1 Drugs Won't Fix the Flaws in Obesity Care

When Ozempic and Mounjaro were approved to treat diabetes, they also ushered in a wave of opportunity for obesity medicine. This new class of drugs, called glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) receptor agonists, has proven remarkably effective at promoting weight loss and other health outcomes. These drugs have become so hyped that some even claim it could bring about the end of the “obesity epidemic.” For people living with obesity, however, the GLP-1 drugs hold promise for just one aspect of a larger treatment landscape riddled with challenges....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2327 words · Donald Cooley

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Type 2 Diabetes

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They WorkDrugs in This ClassAdministrationSide EffectsContraindications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They Work Drugs in This Class Administration Side Effects Contraindications GLP-1 receptor agonists are a non-insulintype 2 diabetesmedication. GLP-1 agonists help to lower blood sugar and aid in weight loss. Drugs in this class include Byetta (exenatide), Victoza (liraglutide), Trulicity (dulaglutide), andOzempic (semaglutide)among others. fertnig / istock Used in combination with diet, exercise, andoral diabetes medicines, these drugs help to lowerhemoglobin A1Clevels and improve blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and beta-cell function....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1822 words · Amber Smith

Glucerna Nutritional Shakes for Diabetes

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGlucerna ProductsNutrition FactsPros and ConsGlucerna and Diabetes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Glucerna Products Nutrition Facts Pros and Cons Glucerna and Diabetes Glucerna is a brand of nutritional shakes and bars formulated for people withdiabetesorprediabetes. The vitamin-fortified meal replacement drinks and snacks are made withlow-glycemic carbohydrates, which have less of an impact on blood sugar levels. Glucerna diabetes products are designed to help improve blood sugar control....

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2732 words · Nancy Best

Glucomannan and Its Fiber Benefits

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMixed Results for Weight ManagementMay Promote Bowel Regularity and Treat ConstipationMay Lower CholesterolMay Help to Reduce Blood SugarSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageOveruseInteractionsHow to StoreSimilar SupplementsFrequently Asked QuestionsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Mixed Results for Weight Management May Promote Bowel Regularity and Treat Constipation May Lower Cholesterol May Help to Reduce Blood Sugar Side Effects Precautions Dosage Overuse Interactions...

January 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2812 words · Denise Yates

Glucosamine Benefits for Joint Health

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsSide EffectsDosage and Preparation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Side Effects Dosage and Preparation Glucosamineis a natural substance in your body that is used to build cartilage, the flexible connective tissue that supports movement and protects joints and bones. Glucosamine supplements may help people witharthritis,multiple sclerosis, age-related joint problems, and more. Most supplements are made with marine life shells, such as shrimp and crabs....

January 17, 2025 · 12 min · 2503 words · Jamie Davis

Gluteal Sets for Strong Hips

Gluteal sets are easy exercises that help improve muscular contractions and strengthen thegluteal muscles of the hip. Strong gluteal muscles help in hip extension as well as stabilization of the joint. These exercises are very beneficial for patients who have had knee orhip replacement surgeryas well as afterlower extremity fractures. Any time you are immobile and confined to bed—like in the hospital—is a good time to consider doing gluteal sets....

January 17, 2025 · 4 min · 812 words · Andrea Huerta