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The short-term supplementation of monacolin K improves the lipid and metabolic patterns of hypertensive and hypercholesterolemic subjects at low cardiovascular risk. Mazza A 1, Schiavon L , Rigatelli G , Torin G , Montanaro F , Lenti S . Background - The clinical hypocholesterolemic effect of nutraceutical compounds (NCs) containing red yeast rice extracts providing a daily dose of 2.5-10 mg of monacolin K is now well established. For this reason, NCs may be a viable alternative to the statin drugs commonly used to lower cholesterol levels. However, in order to avoid some possible statin-like side effects, most NCs available on the market contain low doses of monacolin K, which could reduce their efficacy. The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy and safety of a NC containing high doses of monacolin K (10 mg) in improving the lipid profile and glucose metabolism when added to the diet versus the diet alone in a group of hypertensive and hyper-cholesterolemic subjects at low cardiovascular risk. Methods - Thirty subjects with grade-1 essential hypertension (mean age 51.5 ± 7.8 years, 62.9% males) were enrolled in the treatment group (NC group). These subjects followed a programmed diet and took one tablet…
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Meningococcal Group B (MenB) is Responsible for 60 Percent of Meningococcal Disease Cases in Adolescents and Young Adults in Europe[1]
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On the 15th June, a new glaucoma procedure was performed for the first time in Malta, as part of a surgeon training session organised by Allergan. The new XEN implant forms part of Allergan’s Eyecare portfolio distributed by Vivian Corporation.
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NICE recommends Roche Diagnostic’s blood test to help rule-out pre-eclampsia in women between their 20th and 35th week of pregnancy. This blood test is more specifically known as the Elecsys immunoassay sFIt-1/PIGF ratio (Roche Diagnostics).
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Vivian Corporation is an established leader in the marketing of diverse brands which are driven with one unifying goal, to improve the quality of life by creating better opportunities for our customers, patients and consumers alike.
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Wednesday, 04 March 2015 12:39
HealthFest – The Malta Medical Students‘ Association Annual Celebration of Health
Written by Super User HealthFest is one of the Malta Medical Students Association’s (MMSA) biggest annual events. Its aim is to celebrate our health with the general public and promote and overall healthy lifestyle. The theme of this year’s HealthFest is: „Health; Our Greatest Wealth“. This year’s event starts off on the 18th and 20th of March at the University of Malta, where students are encouraged to participate in interactive competitions involving physical activity, where they could have the chance to win great prizes. They may also take part in leisurely activities from which all proceeds will go to Puttinu Cares. Also, students can have their blood pressure, blood glucose and BMI measured, and also have the opportunity to become organ donors. On the 19th of March, being a Public Holiday, a competition is going to be organized in the limits of Rabat, Dingli and Buskett, where students team up to take part in a walk in the Maltese countryside, with health-oriented challenges along the way. This serves as a fun way to spend a day off outdoors and empowering their knowledge about public health issues. HealthFest reaches its peak on the final day, on Saturday the 21st of March, where the celebrations are…
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Rachel Gatt First Year Medical Student
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Tuesday, 10 February 2015 18:29
MMSA position on the legal age of consent in Malta
Written by Marika Azzopardi The Malta Medical Students' Association is closely observing developments in the discussion on the proposed changes in the legal age of consent for sexual activities in Malta.As the leading body representing all the medical students studying in our island, the MMSA recognises the social changes which the Maltese community is going through. This recognition is further strengthened by our continuous contact with patients and with the medical profession.
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Gianluca Fava
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Friday, 21 November 2014 20:49
MMSA External Meeting with Dr. Chris Fearne to voice medical students' concerns about the building of the Barts Medical School in Gozo – 19th November 2014
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