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Jairia Dela Cruz, Yesterday
Infants delivered via caesarean section may be at increased risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, according to a US study. Altered microbiota colonization is a possible explanation for this risk, although clear biological mechanisms have yet to be established.
Using smartwatch to detect irregular heartbeat?
Pearl Toh, 12 Apr 2018
A smartwatch photoplethysmography coupled with a mobile application using a machine learning algorithm can passively and accurately detect atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients undergoing cardioversion, albeit with less accuracy in ambulatory individuals with self-reported AF, a proof-of-concept study shows.
Omega-3 supplements do not prevent heart disease in latest study
Pearl Toh, 2 days ago
Taking marine-derived omega-3 fatty acid (FA) supplements does not appear to protect participants from coronary heart disease (CHD) and major vascular events, regardless of history of vascular disease, lipid levels, statin use, or diabetes, suggests a recent meta-analysis.

Interview with A/Prof Teo Boon Wee: Hypertension and blood pressure variability management practices among physicians in Singapore

20 Dec 2017
Interview with A/Prof Teo Boon Wee: Hypertension and blood pressure variability management practices among physicians in Singapore
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Coffee drinkers at low risk of incident chronic kidney disease
3 days ago
Higher intake levels of coffee appear to be associated with reduced risk of developing chronic kidney disease, according to data from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study.
Caesarean section linked to increased risk of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
Jairia Dela Cruz, Yesterday
Infants delivered via caesarean section may be at increased risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, according to a US study. Altered microbiota colonization is a possible explanation for this risk, although clear biological mechanisms have yet to be established.
Using smartwatch to detect irregular heartbeat?
Pearl Toh, 12 Apr 2018
A smartwatch photoplethysmography coupled with a mobile application using a machine learning algorithm can passively and accurately detect atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients undergoing cardioversion, albeit with less accuracy in ambulatory individuals with self-reported AF, a proof-of-concept study shows.
Omega-3 supplements do not prevent heart disease in latest study
Pearl Toh, 2 days ago
Taking marine-derived omega-3 fatty acid (FA) supplements does not appear to protect participants from coronary heart disease (CHD) and major vascular events, regardless of history of vascular disease, lipid levels, statin use, or diabetes, suggests a recent meta-analysis.