Hibah Khaja

Princeton

Freelance Medical Writer at Neurology Advisor

Freelance Medical Writer at Haymarket Media

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Articles

Metabolic Score for Insulin Resistance Predicts Cardiovascular Risk in PsA

3 days ago | dermatologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Recent study results published in RMD Open suggest that the metabolic score for insulin resistance (METS-IR) is an effective predictor of cardiovascular (CV) events among patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Using data from patients enrolled in the prospective CARdiovascular in RheuMAtology cohort, researchers in Spain evaluated whether METS-IR values could serve as a reliable predictor of CV risk among patients with PsA.
Review Affirms Reproductive Safety of Antirheumatic Drugs, Highlights Key Risks

3 days ago | rheumatologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Results of a large systematic review updating the recommendations for the use of antirheumatic drugs (ARDs) during pregnancy, lactation, and reproduction show that most therapies are generally safe, though some risks persist depending on the drug type and dose, according to findings published in Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.
Intracranial Involvement in Giant Cell Arteritis Linked to Stroke and Increased Mortality

3 days ago | rheumatologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

A significant number of patients with giant cell arteritis (GCA) experience involvement of the intracranial vessels, a condition that appears to carry a heightened risk for stroke and poor outcomes, according to findings from a systematic review published in Rheumatology. While GCA is classically considered a disease of the large extracranial vessels, emerging evidence indicates that its reach may extend into the brain’s vasculature.
Law Enforcement Efforts Increase Fatal Opioid Overdose in SF Communities

4 days ago | psychiatryadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Law enforcement efforts to disrupt illegal drug markets may unintentionally raise the risk for fatal opioid overdoses in the surrounding community, according to a cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open. Opioid-involved overdose mortality continues to be a major public health crisis in the US, driven largely by the presence of fentanyl and its analogs in an unregulated drug supply.
Herpes Zoster, Shingles Vaccine May Reduce Dementia Risk in Older Adults

4 days ago | neurologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Receipt of the live-attenuated herpes zoster vaccine is associated with a significantly reduced risk of developing dementia, according to the findings of a study published in Nature. Researchers sought to determine whether a causal link exists between zoster vaccination and the incidence of dementia, moving beyond prior studies that only identified correlations. The researchers conducted a quasi-experimental study utilizing a regression discontinuity design.
Patients With SARDs Still Face Increased Risk for Severe COVID-19 Outcomes

4 days ago | thecardiologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Despite advancements in vaccination and treatment, certain patients with systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs) continue to face a heightened risk for severe COVID-19 outcomes, according to study results published in RMD Open. Researchers conducted a retrospective cohort study using data from the Mass General Brigham healthcare system in Boston, Massachusetts, to assess the risk for severe COVID-19 outcomes among patients with SARDs during the Omicron era (2022-2024).
Law Enforcement Efforts Increase Fatal Opioid Overdose in SF Communities

4 days ago | clinicaladvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Law enforcement efforts to disrupt illegal drug markets may unintentionally raise the risk for fatal opioid overdoses in the surrounding community, according to a cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open. Opioid-involved overdose mortality continues to be a major public health crisis in the US, driven largely by the presence of fentanyl and its analogs in an unregulated drug supply.
Benzodiazepine Use After Stroke Tied to Higher Risk for Falls in Older Adults

4 days ago | neurologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Benzodiazepine use during the early recovery period after acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is associated with a significantly higher risk for falls or fall-related injuries (FRIs) in older adults, according to study findings published in Neurology: Clinical Practice. Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed in hospitals to address post-stroke complications, including agitation, anxiety, insomnia, and seizure prevention. However, their safety in older individuals with a history of stroke remains unclear.
Type 2 Diabetes and Overweight Status Linked to Reduced Risk for GCA

4 days ago | rheumatologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Individuals with type 2 diabetes or a higher body mass index (BMI) may face a reduced risk of developing giant cell arteritis (GCA), according to study findings published in Rheumatology. Giant cell arteritis, the most common form of large-vessel vasculitis, typically affects adults aged at least 50 years and is associated with symptoms ranging from headache and jaw pain to vision loss. While cardiovascular comorbidities are common among this population, their role in GCA risk remains unclear.
Pipeline Drugs for Vasculitis

1 week ago | rheumatologyadvisor.com | Hibah Khaja

Vasculitis refers to a group of autoimmune diseases that cause inflammation of the blood vessels. This inflammation can result in tissue damage and, in severe cases, lead to organ failure. The classification of vasculitis is primarily based on the size of the affected vessels, including small-, medium-, and large-vessel involvement.