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Multiple Health Benefits Reported for Intermittent Fasting
Review suggests health benefits can be attributed to more than just reduction in caloric intake
Intervention Cuts Preoperative Anxiety in Young Children
Child Life preparation versus usual care reduces child anxiety in OR prior to IV induction of anesthesia
Yoga Has Positive Effect on Brain Structure, Function
Positive effect seen in hippocampus, amygdala, prefrontal cortex, cingulate cortex, brain networks
Inflammation Linked to Thyroid Dysfunction in Psoriasis Patients
Patients with thyroid dysfunction and psoriasis have higher serum C-reactive protein levels
High Lipoprotein(a) Is Risk Factor for CVD in Type 1 Diabetes
Lp(a) significant risk factor for macrovascular disease, albuminuria, calcified aortic valve disease
Poor Diet Contributes Substantially to Cardiometabolic Disease Costs
Diet tied to more than $50 billion in annual health care costs for heart disease, stroke, diabetes
Gastric Sleeve Tied to Lower Risk for Subsequent Procedures
But rates of bariatric conversion, revision procedures higher for gastric sleeve versus gastric bypass
Dense Breast Notifications May Not Be Having Intended Impact
Few differences seen between women residing in states that require notifications and those who do not
Many With Peanut Allergies Unnecessarily Avoid Tree Nuts
Most peanut-allergic individuals could tolerate tree nuts, but many avoid them
Number of Children With Opioid Poisonings Increasing
Percentage of critical care admissions and suicidal intent increased in each era
