Study shows that oral steroids are no more effective than placebo for viral wheeze in children

Inhaled steroids for episodic viral wheeze of childhood.

BACKGROUND Recurrent episodic wheeze in association with viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is a specific clinical illness distinct from persistent atopic asthma. OBJECTIVES The objective of this review was to identify whether corticosteroid treatment, given episodically or daily, is beneficial to children with viral episodic wheeze. SEARCH STRATEGY We searched the Cochrane Airw...

Review: opioids are more effective than placebo but not other analgesics for chronic noncancer pain.

Are microorganisms more effective than plants at competing for nitrogen?

Plant scientists have long debated whether plants or microorganisms are the superior competitor for nitrogen in terrestrial ecosystems. Microorganisms have traditionally been viewed as the victors but recent evidence that plants can take up organic nitrogen compounds intact and can successfully acquire N from organic patches in soil raises the question anew. We argue that the key determinants o...

Study shows 'video game' more accurate than standard tests at identifying children with attention disorders

Are COVID-19 Protective Behaviours and Risk Perception More Common in Diabetic Women than Non-Diabetics?

Objective: Diabetic patients are more likely to be infected and are at the higher risk of morbidity and mortality in COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this study was to compare the preventive behaviours and perceived risk of COVID-19 in women with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Materials and Methods: The analytical cross-sectional study was conducted from June to July 2020 on 151 par...