Three Novel Loci Associated With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ID’d
Genetic links with obesity, T2DM, lipids suggest shared genetic architecture for PCOS, metabolic traits
Incidence of End-Stage Kidney Disease Up in Australia
Incidence increased for nonindigenous people with type 2 diabetes; greatest increase for under 50s, over 80s
Pregnancy Complications Up for Women Born at Low Birth Weight
Risk greatest for women born with birth weight <2,500 g who develop overweight/obesity
Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease Risk
Odds of CKD up with beverage pattern consisting of higher intake of sweetened soda, fruit drinks, water
Second-Line Antidiabetic Meds May Impact Cardiovascular Risk
Cardiovascular risk increased with sulfonylureas and basal insulin versus newer classes of ADM
Low-Priced Generic Drugs Most Likely to Have Shortages
Shortages associated with modest increases in price, ranging from 6 to 14 percent
Targeted Muscle Reinnervation Can Reduce Phantom Limb Pain
Authors report reduction in pain and no symptomatic neuromas in 22 below-the-knee amputees
ACOG: Interpregnancy Period Should Maximize Women’s Health
Components of postpartum care should be included as the initial components of interpregnancy care
Initiative Can Cut Gender Gap in Medical School Faculty Salaries
Overall mean salary gap by gender decreased from −2.6 to −1.9 percent after a decade
CDC: Weight, Waist Size, BMI Increased for Many U.S. Adults
1999-2000 to 2015-2016 saw increase in mean weight, waist circumference, BMI for many subgroups
