T2DM Linked to Declines in Cerebral Vasoreactivity, Cognition
Neuropsychological performance declined noticeably in just two years
Correction of Vitamin B-12 Deficiency No Benefit in Seniors
No improvement in neurologic or cognitive outcomes with supplementation among older adults
Depression Up Among Men With Borderline Testosterone
More than half have depression or depressive symptoms; 25 percent taking antidepressants
Misunderstanding of Term ‘Hypertension’ May Impact Care
Patients may think of hypertension as a psychological condition, related to too much tension
ACIP Recommends MenB Vaccine for 16- to 23-Year-Olds
Category B recommendation for short-term protection against meningitis for all aged 16 to 23
Benefits of Extended Anticoagulation May Not Last
New study suggests that oral anticoagulant meds may be needed for the very long term
Pockets of U.S. Have Excessive Colorectal Cancer Mortality
Areas include parts of the Mississippi Delta, Appalachia, and eastern Virginia
FDA Approves Entresto for Heart Failure
Medication helps reduce the rate of cardiovascular death, hospitalization
Asbestos Found in Children’s Crayons, Toy Crime Lab Kits
Health experts, big retailer say they're concerned about findings on products from China
Life Expectancy Substantially Drops With Disease Combo
Combination of diabetes, myocardial infarction, stroke linked to 15 years of reduced life expectancy