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A new study shows that specific brain wave patterns during deep sleep, known as cyclic alternating pattern (CAP), can predict the risk of developing dementia in older men. This finding is significant because it offers a potential new, non-invasive way to identify at-risk individuals earlier than current methods allow.
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Researchers found that a commonly used blood pressure medication, non-selective beta-blockers (NSBBs), is associated with more than double the risk of developing a dangerous blood clot in the liver’s main vein (portal vein thrombosis) in patients with cirrhosis. This is a crucial safety finding as it suggests doctors may need to reconsider the use of these drugs in certain liver disease patients.
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A review highlights that genetic differences affecting how Africans process common medications are a major cause of adverse drug reactions, yet pharmacogenetic testing is rarely available on the continent. This work underscores an urgent need for tailored medical guidelines and testing in Africa to prevent harmful side effects and improve treatment safety.
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