Prenatal exposure to paracetamol may increase autism spectrum and hyperactivity symptoms in children
A new study has found that paracetamol, which is used extensively during pregnancy, has a strong association with autism spectrum symptoms in boys and for both genders in relation to attention-related and hyperactivity symptoms.The findings were published this week in the International Journal of Epidemiology….
Many elderly are prescribed antihypertensive medication despite already having low blood pressure
According to a new study in the journal Age and Ageing, a significant proportion of patients over 70 remain on antihypertensive medication despite having low blood pressure. This, the study argues, has a significant effect on increased mortality rates and admissions to hospital.After analysing results…
Pill organisers could cause adverse effects among elderly
New research from the University of East Anglia shows that switching to use a pill organiser could cause adverse effects among the elderly. The research team say that patients should consult their GP or pharmacist before switching to a pill organiser.Older people who switch to…
Thumb-Sucking and Nail-Biting Have a Positive Side
Study finds these children less likely to develop allergies Children who are thumb-suckers or nail-biters are less likely to develop allergic sensitivities, new research has found.And, if they have both ‘bad habits’, they are even less likely to be allergic to such things as house…
Critical analysis: a vital element in healthcare research
Abstract Critical analysis questions literature quality through positive and negative critique.