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On Ozempic Or Wegovy? Doctors Say Stop Before Surgery, Here's Why
The ASA guidance suggests that patients on GLP-1 drugs should consult their healthcare providers well in advance of any planned surgery.
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Ozempic Might Preserve Lean Body Mass Better Than Mounjaro: Study
Both tirzepatide and semaglutide belong to a class of drugs that mimic hormones involved in appetite regulation. Semaglutide works by mimicking GLP-1, a hormone that helps control hunger and blood sugar levels.
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Jodhpur Sees 4 Cases Of Laughing Epilepsy: All About The Rare Form Of Epilepsy
AIIMS Jodhpur successfully treated four children with rare laughing epilepsy using a minimally invasive brain procedure, eliminating their seizures.
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Psychiatrist Explains Autism And Its Associated Health Conditions
Autism is a complex mental health disorder that needs to be understood through its signs and how it affects children and adults. Dr Pallvi Sharma explains autism in great detail and urges the parents to become more understanding.
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Just 20 Minutes Of Exercise Sparks Brain Ripples That Help Boost Memory: Study
While scientists already knew that exercise is good for the brain, they were uncertain about its effects on the specific electrical signals involved in memory.
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Tomatoes, Carrots And Lettuce Absorb Low Levels Of Antidepressants From Wastewater Irrigation: Johns Hopkins Study
A new study finds crops irrigated with treated wastewater can absorb trace pharmaceuticals such as antidepressants and epilepsy medicines. Researchers found these compounds mainly accumulate in plant leaves rather than edible parts.
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Rare Epilepsy Breakthrough: Why This New Treatment Is Reducing Seizure Frequency In Children By 91%
An international clinical trial has achieved a new effective treatment option for rare epilepsy that can reduce seizures by 91% in children. Here is what this breakthrough means for the children suffering from Dravet Syndrome.
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Recent Sepsis From A Dog Lick Case Is Not Isolated: Why Regular Screening and Vaccines Matter For Your Pet's Health
The recent case of an Indian-origin woman who lost her limbs to sepsis triggered by a simple dog lick over an open wound, proves that the boundary between "affection" and "infection" is thin.
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International Epilepsy Day 2026: Doctor Tells Why Sleep Loss And Stress Trigger Seizures
Epilepsy patients need to grasp these elements because they determine their ability to manage seizures and achieve their desired quality of life.
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No Link Between Childhood Vaccines And Increased Risk Of Epilepsy, Finds New Study
Routine childhood vaccinations are not associated with an increased risk of epilepsy in young children, according to a new study led by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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AIIMS Introduces In-House, Free Drug-Level Tests For Epilepsy Patients
Under the initiative, AIIMS will offer monitoring for commonly used anti-epileptic drugs such as phenobarbitone, carbamazepine, valproic acid and phenytoin.
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Epilepsy Patients To Receive Free Therapeutic Drug Monitoring Test At AIIMS
The All-India Institute of Medical Sciences has introduced a free therapeutic drug monitoring test for patients with epilepsy, the institute said.
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Ozempic May Lower Risk Of Epilepsy In Diabetes Patients, New Study Finds
The study offers early evidence of neurological benefits from these diabetes and weight loss medications.
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Sports And Epilepsy: Safe, Active Lifestyles Can Empower Young Patients
Regular physical activity is safe for most young people with epilepsy and can improve fitness, confidence, memory and even seizure control. With simple precautions, supportive coaching and awareness, children can thrive in sports and overcome stigma.
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Early Diagnosis Saves Lives: Why Recognizing Seizures Early Can Change The Course Of Epilepsy
A doctor explains how early recognition and diagnosis of seizures can change the entire course of epilepsy.
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On Ozempic Or Wegovy? Doctors Say Stop Before Surgery, Here's Why
The ASA guidance suggests that patients on GLP-1 drugs should consult their healthcare providers well in advance of any planned surgery.
-
Ozempic Might Preserve Lean Body Mass Better Than Mounjaro: Study
Both tirzepatide and semaglutide belong to a class of drugs that mimic hormones involved in appetite regulation. Semaglutide works by mimicking GLP-1, a hormone that helps control hunger and blood sugar levels.
-
Jodhpur Sees 4 Cases Of Laughing Epilepsy: All About The Rare Form Of Epilepsy
AIIMS Jodhpur successfully treated four children with rare laughing epilepsy using a minimally invasive brain procedure, eliminating their seizures.
-
Psychiatrist Explains Autism And Its Associated Health Conditions
Autism is a complex mental health disorder that needs to be understood through its signs and how it affects children and adults. Dr Pallvi Sharma explains autism in great detail and urges the parents to become more understanding.
-
Just 20 Minutes Of Exercise Sparks Brain Ripples That Help Boost Memory: Study
While scientists already knew that exercise is good for the brain, they were uncertain about its effects on the specific electrical signals involved in memory.
-
Tomatoes, Carrots And Lettuce Absorb Low Levels Of Antidepressants From Wastewater Irrigation: Johns Hopkins Study
A new study finds crops irrigated with treated wastewater can absorb trace pharmaceuticals such as antidepressants and epilepsy medicines. Researchers found these compounds mainly accumulate in plant leaves rather than edible parts.
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Rare Epilepsy Breakthrough: Why This New Treatment Is Reducing Seizure Frequency In Children By 91%
An international clinical trial has achieved a new effective treatment option for rare epilepsy that can reduce seizures by 91% in children. Here is what this breakthrough means for the children suffering from Dravet Syndrome.
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Recent Sepsis From A Dog Lick Case Is Not Isolated: Why Regular Screening and Vaccines Matter For Your Pet's Health
The recent case of an Indian-origin woman who lost her limbs to sepsis triggered by a simple dog lick over an open wound, proves that the boundary between "affection" and "infection" is thin.
-
International Epilepsy Day 2026: Doctor Tells Why Sleep Loss And Stress Trigger Seizures
Epilepsy patients need to grasp these elements because they determine their ability to manage seizures and achieve their desired quality of life.
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No Link Between Childhood Vaccines And Increased Risk Of Epilepsy, Finds New Study
Routine childhood vaccinations are not associated with an increased risk of epilepsy in young children, according to a new study led by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
-
AIIMS Introduces In-House, Free Drug-Level Tests For Epilepsy Patients
Under the initiative, AIIMS will offer monitoring for commonly used anti-epileptic drugs such as phenobarbitone, carbamazepine, valproic acid and phenytoin.
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Epilepsy Patients To Receive Free Therapeutic Drug Monitoring Test At AIIMS
The All-India Institute of Medical Sciences has introduced a free therapeutic drug monitoring test for patients with epilepsy, the institute said.
-
Ozempic May Lower Risk Of Epilepsy In Diabetes Patients, New Study Finds
The study offers early evidence of neurological benefits from these diabetes and weight loss medications.
-
Sports And Epilepsy: Safe, Active Lifestyles Can Empower Young Patients
Regular physical activity is safe for most young people with epilepsy and can improve fitness, confidence, memory and even seizure control. With simple precautions, supportive coaching and awareness, children can thrive in sports and overcome stigma.
-
Early Diagnosis Saves Lives: Why Recognizing Seizures Early Can Change The Course Of Epilepsy
A doctor explains how early recognition and diagnosis of seizures can change the entire course of epilepsy.
