Curcumin Reduces High Glucose-Induced NTDs in Mice Embryos
Suppresses oxidative stress, blocks endoplasmic reticulum stress, abolishes caspase 3 and 8 cleavage
Review Examines Inappropriate Prescribing of IV Fluids
Most common type of inappropriate prescribing is incorrect volumes and types of fluids
Early Age of Menopause Linked to Seropositivity in RA
Increased odds of seropositivity in women with menopause <45 years versus ≥45 years
ADHD Rx Studied for Cognitive Boost in Menopause
Small study suggests lisdexamfetamine might help with concentration, thought organization
Personal Choice of Diet Plan May Lead to Less Weight Loss
Those assigned a food plan lost a bit more weight
Daily Milk or Dark Chocolate Linked to Cardiovascular Benefits
Benefits for as much as 3.5 ounces of chocolate a day
Direct Messaging Not Yet Widely Adopted by Physicians
Secure messaging protocol allows for easy communication; meets HIPPA privacy, security rules
Prenatal DDT Exposure Tied to Higher Breast Cancer Risk
Women exposed to highest levels of DDT in utero had 3.7-fold higher risk than those with lowest exposure
Fewer Malocclusions Seen in Exclusively Breastfed Children
But children also had fewer 'misaligned' teeth if they reduced pacifier use, researchers say
Half of Cancer Deaths Due to Past, Current Smoking
Eighty percent of lung cancer deaths linked to smoking, researchers say
