Publications by authors named "Aqsa Shoaib"
Background: Postpartum blues (PPB) is a frequent syndrome of sad mood, crying spells, anxiety, restlessness, reduced appetite, and irritability, typically peaking day 5 postpartum. When severe, it greatly increases risk for later postpartum depression. This trial compared a dietary supplement to placebo on PPB severity.
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- A meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of immediate versus delayed coronary angiography (CAG) in patients who suffered out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) without ST-segment elevation.
- The study analyzed data from nine randomized control trials totaling 2,569 patients, focusing on various outcomes, including survival and neurological function.
- Results indicated no significant differences in outcomes like neurological improvement and survival rates between those who received emergency CAG versus those who had delayed CAG following the cardiac arrest.
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- Dengue is a serious illness that affects 390 million people around the world, and many are at risk of severe complications like bleeding and organ problems.
- Pakistan is facing a dengue outbreak after massive floods left stagnant water, which helps mosquitoes spread the disease more easily.
- The World Health Organization warns that if dengue is not controlled, it could worsen the already strained healthcare system in Pakistan, so it's important for the government to raise awareness and take action against it.