Patient Navigators Tied to Shorter Hospital Stays
Use of patient navigators on general medical service didn't affect readmissions
Fewer Moles May Mean More Aggressive Melanoma
Patients may be less likely to get regular skin exams, advance warning about their risk
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters Up VTE Risk
In hospitalized patients, increased risk of upper- and lower-extremity deep vein thrombosis
Acetaminophen Falsely Elevates CGM Glucose Values
CGM glucose values increased versus blood glucose meter values in acetaminophen challenge
U.S. Should Reconsider Labeling of Genetically Modified Food
Recommendation made in light of overreliance on herbicide glyphosate, a probable human carcinogen
Heart Safety of Testosterone Unclear for Older Men
Most men prescribed testosterone have age-related hypogonadism, for which treatment is not approved
Role of SNP Variant in FTO Explored in Obesity
Study identifies mechanistic basis for the strongest genetic association with obesity
FDA Approves Libido Pill for Women
Addyi to treat generalized hypoactive sexual desire disorder among premenopausal women
Favorable Effect of Exercise on BMD Continues As Women Age
Findings in early-postmenopausal osteopenic women, with no leveling-off effect after 16 years
New Program Teaches Medical Students About Healthy Eating
West Virginia program prepares students to discuss topics in healthy eating and exercise with patients