CDC: Syphilis Rates Up Among U.S. Men Who Have Sex With Men
Highest rates seen in the South and West
pH-Balanced Vaginal Gel Doesn’t Improve Dyspareunia
No difference versus placebo for sexual function, frequency of sexual dysfunction for breast cancer survivors
Denying Payment Reduces Rate of Early Elective Deliveries
Implementation of policy by Texas Medicaid led to reduction in early delivery rates by up to 14 percent
Rates of Colorectal CA Screening Lower for Adults With Disabilities
Transportation issues, lack of awareness, other barriers may be at issue
Pre-Stroke Fitness, but Not BMI, May Predict Post-Stoke Disability
Patients who exercised regularly before stroke event had lower odds for disability after
No CVD Protection Seen With Monthly High-Dose Vitamin D
But effects of daily or weekly dosing require further study
Higher Risk of Cardiovascular Events With Weight Fluctuations
Risk of any coronary, cardiovascular event up by 4 percent for every SD in body-weight variability
Acne May Be Triggered by Unbalanced Skin Microbiome
Barcterial community, rather than just one species, may be key, new research suggests
Risk Adjustment, Reinsurance Transfer Offer Financial Benefit
Revenues exceeded claims costs after implementation of these programs
Occupational Therapy Ups Functioning in Frail Seniors
Significant increases seen in mobility, functioning in daily living activities, and social participation
