Sleep Apnea Linked to Diabetic Retinopathy in Type 2 Diabetes
OSA independently linked to sight-threatening DR and progression to pre-/proliferative DR
Factors Predictive of Parental Intent to Vaccinate Against HPV
Maternal education, Hispanic ethnicity, provider recommendation linked to intent to vaccinate teens
Glycation of Hemoglobin Differs by Race
Researchers suggest difference stems from both biological and care issues
Antiplatelet Bleeding Risk Higher Than Expected for Older Patients
Research suggests proton-pump inhibitors should be co-prescribed in patients age 75+ years
Food Cravings Down With Extended Calorie Restriction
In obese patients, cravings for sweet, high-fat, starchy, and fast food reduced
Olive Oil, Ibuprofen May Have Synergistic Effects
Synergistic analgesic, anti-pyretic, anti-inflammatory effects seen in animal model
Cases of Legionnaires’ Disease Reported in NYC, Las Vegas
Legionella bacteria detected in water systems
Coffee, Herbal Tea Consumption May Protect Against Liver Disease
Frequent coffee and herbal tea consumption inversely associated with liver stiffness
Expedited Partner Therapy Helps Reduce STI Incidence
Lower chlamydia, gonorrhea rates seen when one person can obtain treatment for both partners
Successful Pregnancies Seen After Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Conventional, partial UFE appear safe, effective for women with fibroids who want to conceive
