Umbilical Cord Clamping Delay Found Beneficial in Boys
Fine-motor and social skills slightly improved in boys, but no difference in IQ, researchers say
More Evidence Supports Higher Fiber Intake to Lower DM Risk
Effect might be largely due to weight loss linked to eating more grains and vegetables, experts say
Higher Risk of VTE With Newer Forms of Oral Contraceptives
Includes brands such as Yaz, Yasmin, Desogen; risk to any one user remains very low
Pre-Op β-Blockers May Work Against Heart-Healthy Patients
But those with three or four heart risk factors may benefit from getting β-blockers
Gender-Based Differences in Glycemic Control in T2DM
Women have smaller improvement in HbA1c and more hypoglycemia and nocturnal hypoglycemia
Factors Linked to Development of Celiac Disease Identified
Sex of child, maternal celiac disease, type 1 diabetes associated with celiac disease in children
Self-Hypnosis Training Doesn’t Cut Epidural Use
However, self-hypnosis may reduce women's fear and anxiety regarding childbirth
Costs of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome on the Rise
Researchers encourage physicians to be proactive in screening for drug use
Treating Periodontitis May Help Ease Prostatitis Symptoms
Periodontal problems linked to inflammation throughout the body, researcher says
Diet and Exercise May Not Be Enough to Ward Off Sarcopenia
Review finds current research is inconclusive
