Caffeine may reduce surgical pain caused by poor sleep

Lack of sleep immediately prior to surgery may worsen postoperative pain, but caffeine may help to offset this effect, according to a new study in rats.

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Is sleeve gastrectomy a good choice for people with a sweet tooth?

Sleeve gastrectomy is a novel bariatric surgical procedure showing promising weight loss results, even among individuals classified as moderate or severe sweet eaters before the surgery.

Death and serious complications more likely in patients with vitamin D deficiency

Low vitamin D levels linked to increased risks after noncardiac surgeryPatients with low blood levels of vitamin D are at increased risk of death and serious complications after noncardiac…