Inverse Association Seen for Coffee Drinking, Markers of CVD
Leptin, chitinase-3-like protein 1 are linked to CVD, may decrease with higher coffee intake
Statins May Raise Odds of T2DM in Those at High Risk
In any Diabetes Prevention Program treatment group, statin use tied to increased diabetes risk
Proper Training Key for Primary Care Medical Assistants
When hiring assistants, practices should look for externships, program accreditation, rigorous exams
Swedish Massage May Reduce Cancer-Related Fatigue
For breast cancer survivors, larger drop in fatigue scores with Swedish massage than light touch
DEA Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs on Oct. 28
Only pills or patches will be accepted, not liquids, needles, or sharps; service is free and anonymous
September 2017 Briefing – OBGYN & Women’s Health
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in OBGYN & Women's Health for September 2017. This roundup...
Less Sedentary Time May Attenuate Genetic Role in Obesity
U.S. Hispanics/Latinos in lowest tertile of physical activity have strongest genetic association with BMI
Pediatricians Should Provide Sexual Health Care Services
Office visits present opportunity to provide comprehensive education and health care services
Design Thinking Enables Med Students to Solve Challenges
Partnership with design students focuses on innovative solutions to health system issues
Cryotherapy May Prevent Chemo-Induced Neuropathy
Breast cancer patients on paclitaxel had lower incidence of peripheral neuropathy with cryotherapy
