L. reuteri Enrichment of Gut Microbiota Ups Insulin Secretion
Daily administration of L. reuteri linked to increased glucose-stimulated GLP-1, GLP-2 release
Americans Spend More on Health Care, but Fare Worse
Comparison with 12 industrialized nations shows more money spent, but life expectancy is lowest
Extended RAS Testing Urged Before EGFR MoAB Therapy
Extended testing recommended for mutations in KRAS, NRAS in patients with metastatic CRC
Young Cancer Survivors May Need Lifelong Screenings
Patients successfully treated at age 15 to 39 nearly 60 percent more likely to develop another cancer
H. Pylori Resistance to Antibiotics Increasing
Bacteria frequently resistant to clarithromycin, metronidazole, levofloxacin
CO2 Insufflation Beneficial During Colonoscopy
Reduced post-colonoscopy abdominal discomfort; more patients pain-, distention-free
Outcomes Favor Colon Resection in Perforated Diverticulitis
Findings versus laparoscopic lavage
Low Income, Minority Status Affect Medical Care Wait Times
Education also plays a role, with lower education levels associated with longer wait times
Guidelines Developed for Managing Conflicts of Interest
Core principles developed for managing COIs during the clinical practice guideline development process
USPSTF Recommends CRC Screening for 50- to 75-Year-Olds
Grade A recommendation for 50- to 75-year-olds; individualized decision urged for those age 76 to 85
