Doctors warn on supplement after man’s MI
He collapsed after taking kratom which can have effects on QT intervals: case report.
Tag: Complementary medicine
Extra-long acupuncture needles led to pneumothorax: case
The patient, who ironically was a chest physician, underwent the therapy for stiff shoulders.
Vit C, zinc no benefit in COVID-19 recovery: researchers
High doses of the supplements fails to ease symptoms, a US randomised trial shows.
CAM can cure cancer, say 40% of Aussies
Cancer Australia survey shows one in 10 see social media as their most trusted source of health information.
‘Wellness’ clinic failed to sterilise colonic devices between uses
Former customers of the Sydney facility, run by a naturopath, are being urged to undergo tests for blood-borne diseases.
Supplement use rife among older Aussies: study
Research shows 74% of the over-70s take complementary medicines, causing concern.
Vit D supplements linked to better asthma control
In patients with vitamin deficiency, supplements may reduce inflammation and increase response to inhaled corticosteroids, researchers say.
Warning for those taking medical CBD
Patients using CBD oil may test positive for marijuana in a urine sample, study shows.
Is this the wackiest COVID-19 research yet?
The researchers claim that amulets could shield patients from ‘magnetic fields' that cause serious coronavirus illness…
Alert over popular herbal supplement
The TGA has launched an investigation into the safety of valerian and wants GPs to watch out for patients with liver injuries.
