Newborn Probiotic Use Tied to Lower Risk of Type 1 Diabetes
But association was only found in those with the highest genetic risk of the disease
Prenatal PFOA Exposure Linked to Excess Weight in Children
However, more research needs to be done to show cause-and-effect
Swiss Report Highlights Danger of Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
Cases where the infection isn't thwarted by existing antibiotics are surfacing, researcher says
Few Adults With Severe Mental Illness Screened for Diabetes
About 30 percent receive diabetes-specific screening; no form of glucose screening for 31.1 percent
Blood Test Has Potential for Detecting Concussion in Children
Could help reduce number of CT scans and associated radiation exposure
ACP Issues Guidance on ‘Concierge’ Practices
Growth of DPCPs fueled by physicians' frustration; may exacerbate disparities in health care
Three Renal Biomarkers Predict Outcome in Diabetes
AKI, albuminuria, eGFR considered separately or together can predict adverse outcomes in diabetes
Case Report Highlights Dangers of Natural Remedies
Trained herbalist accidentally ingested very large dose of atropine when ingesting Atropa belladonna
American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Nov. 5-9
The 2015 Annual Meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology The annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma...
ASN: Insufficient Sleep Might Increase Risk of Kidney Disease
Five hours or less a night linked to reduced organ function in women