Higher Weight in First Year May Up Risk of Islet Autoimmunity
Development of islet autoimmunity linked to weight z-scores at 12, but not 24 or 36, months of age
>3% of Preterm Births Attributed to Exposure to Particulate Matter
Attributable preterm birth costs estimated at $4.33 billion, of which $760 million spent on medical care
Burden of Hep C Virus Substantial Despite Oral Antiviral Therapy
In the next 35 years, 320,000 patients expected to die, 157,000 to develop hepatocellular carcinoma
Many Don’t Know Key Facts About Zika Virus Transmission
Overall, 31 percent of respondents believe that Zika is transmitted through coughing and sneezing
No Benefit for Longer-Term Antibiotic Tx in Lyme Disease
Longer-term antibiotic tx doesn't have additional beneficial effect on health-related quality of life
Sex Hormones, Inflammation Affect Asthma in Obese Women
Findings suggest these factors modulate asthma in obese reproductive-age women
Intensive Glucose Control Offers Lasting Reduction in Risk of ESKD
In-trial reduction in risk of ESKD seen in ADVANCE trial persists after 9.9 years of follow-up
Tailored Intervention by PCPs Slightly Cuts Depression
Prevention strategy tailored to individual risk, implemented in primary care office
Pediatricians Should Be Familiar With Zika Virus Infection
All age groups, including children, can be affected; maternal-fetal transmission has been reported
Blood Pressure Targets Relevant for Children, Teens
Trajectory data indicate that childhood BP levels correlate with BP status at age 38 years
