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Monthly Archives: July 2016

For patients with atopic eczema

Review Examines Topical Complementary Meds in Eczema

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Of six studies displaying superiority to placebo, only two have low risk of bias across all domains
A new case of Zika virus infection associated with a very high Zika viral load has renewed attention to Zika transmission

ACOG Addresses Obstetrical Services and Zika Transmission

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New case of Zika linked to high viral load highlights importance of research into Zika transmission
Radiologists who graduated from medical school after 1940 are not at greater risk of death from chronic exposure to low levels of radiation

No Excess Mortality Seen for More Recently Graduated Radiologists

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Efforts to improve monitoring and protective equipment have paid off, researchers say
Even a high-fat Mediterranean diet may protect against breast cancer

High-Fat Mediterranean Diet Can Still Be Healthy

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Diet may protect against diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and breast cancer
New cases of metastatic prostate cancer in the United States have increased 72 percent in the past decade

Metastatic Prostate Cancer Cases Increasing in the United States

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Findings highlight continued need for nationwide refinements in prostate cancer screening
The number of HIV/AIDS deaths worldwide each year has fallen since peaking in 2005

Global Fight Against HIV Remains Challenging

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Deaths continue 10-year decline, but new infections on the rise in many countries, especially in Africa
Radiologists vary widely on how often they define mammography patients' breasts as dense

Radiologists Vary Widely on How They Define Dense Breasts

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Definition of dense breasts can range from 6.3 to 84.5 percent of patients, depending on radiologist
Nasal irrigation appears beneficial in symptom improvement for patients with chronic sinusitis

Nasal Irrigation Offers Some Relief for Sinusitis Patients

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Steam inhalation may ease headaches, but no significant improvement in RSDI scores
When used regularly

Consistent Use of Monthly Vaginal Ring Protects Against HIV

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African study shows women who use dapivirine ring consistently cut their risk of infection
Physicians should be aware of the "female athlete triad

AAP Urges Awareness of Female Athlete Triad

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Conditions include amenorrhea, osteoporosis, and disordered eating