Prevalence of CKD Elevated for Patients With Chronic Hepatitis B
Higher prevalence was seen for antiviral-treated patients compared with untreated counterparts
Estimates of Breast CA Risk for Pathogenic Variants Vary by Family Hx
Estimates for established pathogenic variants vary by family history and potentially modifiable risk factors
Wildfire Smoke Exposure Tied to Reduced Sperm Quality
Findings were consistent across wildfire events in Washington in 2018, 2020, and 2022
Ben’s Original Recalls Rice After Stones Found in Packages
No injuries have been reported; consumers should check batch codes and avoid eating affected pouches
New York Confirms First Local Chikungunya Case in 6 Years
State health commissioner says risk to the public remains 'very low' as mosquito activity decreases with cooler temperatures
New Diagnosis Code Added for Patients With Type 2 Diabetes in Remission
New ICD-10 diagnosis code is for patients with history of type 2 diabetes who bring blood sugar levels to a non-diabetic range below 6.5% for at least three months
California to Require Food Allergen Labels on Menus by 2026
Under the new law, menus must identify items containing the most common allergens
Stronger Grip Strength Protects Against Obesity-Related Outcomes
Authors say findings underscore the importance of improving muscle mass and strength in at-risk people
Recommendations Developed for Managing Heart Failure in Pregnancy
Patients with right heart failure due to pulmonary arterial hypertension should receive counseling and referral to center with expertise
Lidocaine Poisoning Reports Have Increased Since 2010
Reports of local anesthetic poisonings decreased 2011 to 2022, but reports of lidocaine poisoning increased since 2010 advisories
