Socioeconomic Conditions Affect Metabolic Syndrome Risk
In study among low-income rural black youths, highest prevalence seen in poorest subjects
Zika, Cobalamin C Deficiency Tied to Similar Retinal Problems
Congenital Zika syndrome associated with severe ganglion cell layer loss, thinning of central retina
Children Report Limited Eczema Improvement With Silk
The authors say child data enhances understanding of adherence, non-adherence
AMA Joins Brief Seeking VA Coverage of Sex Reassignment Sx
Several organizations support transgender veterans seeking to repeal policy of not covering SRS
Number of Women Seeing Obstetrician-Gynecologists Drops
From 2011 to 2015, percentage who visited ob-gyn in past year fell from 41.8 to 38.4 percent
Preventive Psychological, Educational Programs Beneficial
Effect size is small, but findings held true across varied populations
Statins Tied to Reduced Mortality Risk in COPD
Statin exposure associated with lower all-cause, pulmonary mortality
Many Teens With Type 1 Diabetes Report Disordered Eating
Most also report body dissatisfaction, with females more likely to desire thinness
Alendronate Effective, Safe in ‘Oldest Old’ With Prior Fracture
Alendronate treatment reduced risk of hip fracture with sustained safety
Early Respiratory Infections Tied to Celiac in High-Risk Children
More infections in first 24 months of life associated with higher risk of the disease
