Obesity, Sex Predict Remission for Antidepressant Medications
Females, but not males, with higher BMI more likely to remit, regardless of medication type
Ischemic Outcomes Don’t Vary With Gender in ACS Patients
No difference by gender for ACS patients undergoing PCI receiving clopidogrel, prasugrel, or ticagrelor
Even Low Level of Physical Activity May Cut Fracture Risk
Lower rate of fracture for individuals who walk or bicycle less than 20 minutes/day versus hardly ever
Cardiometabolic Disease Staging Score Quantifies Diabetes Risk
CMDS can predict the effectiveness of weight-loss therapy for preventing diabetes in overweight/obese
Cost of Zika Virus Outbreak in U.S. Could Be Very High
A mild outbreak might approach $200 million, while more severe spread could involve billions
CMS Releases Resources to Help With Payment System
3 new resources help physicians participating in, considering Merit-based Incentive Payment System
Stair Walking Combats Fatigue Better Than Caffeine
A 10-minute climb can increase both fitness and motivation, researcher says
PAS: Hospitalizations Up for Suicidal Thoughts, Actions in Kids
And, few teenagers will actually reach for the word 'depressed' to describe negative emotions
PAS: Screen Time Affects Speech Development in Young Children
Findings support American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines on technology use by very young children
Poll: Many Americans Concerned About ACA Repeal
But, as has always been the case, support for the law depends on political affiliation
