7.7 Million Deaths Associated With 33 Bacterial Pathogens in 2019
Deaths associated with these pathogens comprised 13.6 percent of all global deaths, 56.2 percent of all sepsis-related deaths
Serum 25(OH)D Levels Linked to Diabetes in African-Americans
Risk for diabetes lower with higher 25(OH)D in Jackson Heart Study and Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis
CDC: Flu Has Started Early and With a Punch
United States has already seen 38,000 hospitalizations for flu; hospitals also treating high numbers of patients with RSV and COVID-19
Study Explores Weight Terminology That Youth Prefer, Dislike
Differences in youth preferences and emotional reactions seen across sex, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, and weight status
More Than 12 Percent Develop De Novo Postpartum Hypertension
Risk for developing dn-PPHTN was increased for those aged 35 years or older, with caesarean delivery, for current or former smokers
New Pfizer Booster Shot Shows Protection Against Emerging Omicron Variants
In early data, new Pfizer COVID-19 boosters marshal antibodies against newer omicron variants
FDA: Patients Should Be Cautious When Using Online Pharmacies to Buy Meds
Red flags include pharmacies that do not require a doctor's prescription or have a licensed pharmacist to answer questions
Cancer Screening and Detection Remain Below Prepandemic Levels
Lower screening rates for cervical, breast, and colorectal cancers suggest 'pattern of forgone care,' according to researchers
Manifestations of Vertigo Described in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can exacerbate certain conditions, including Meniere disease and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo
Preterm Birth Rate Up in 2021 to 15-Year High
Rates increased for women of all races, earning nation D+ grade, according to the March of Dimes
