Researchers analyzed 22 multispecies plans and found that 41% of covered species were unconfirmed. This lack of data can lead to nonuniform land use, posing a threat to protected species.
A recent study suggests that dental disease may contribute to an elevated risk of stroke. The research found a significant association between periodontal disease and the prevalence of carotid atheromas, a type of plaque buildup in the arteries that can lead to stroke.
The survey found that dogs received 16% fewer animals since 1996, while cat intake increased by nearly 20%, leading to a rise in cat euthanasia rates. In contrast, dogs saw a significant decrease in euthanasia rates and more adoptions, with 63,700 dogs adopted compared to 51,600 in 1996.
A new study has found that gabapentin is as effective as estrogen in reducing hot flashes in postmenopausal women. The medication was tested against estrogen and a placebo in a randomized, double-blind trial over 12 weeks, with significant reductions in symptom severity reported.
A study at UCLA found that pomegranate juice can increase doubling times of PSA levels in men with prostate cancer, allowing for delayed use of hormone therapy. The study involved 50 men who experienced increases in PSA levels after surgery or radiation.
A study of 93 patients found that more than half with clozapine treatment had metabolic syndrome, a group of conditions increasing heart disease and diabetes risk. Regular monitoring is crucial for patients taking clozapine due to its potential long-term health implications.
A large population-based study found that long-term smokers who never used NSAIDs had the highest risk of colon cancer. Smokers using NSAIDs still faced a 30% higher risk than nonsmokers. The study suggests NSAIDs may not counteract smoking's adverse effects on colorectal-cancer risk.
Researchers found that pomegranate juice reduced PSA levels by 30% in patients with recurrent prostate cancer, slowing the doubling time of PSA levels. The antioxidant ellagic acid in pomegranate juice was also shown to increase nitric oxide production and induce programmed cell death.