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Vitamin D Shows Negative Association With ALS Progression
Mechanisms underlying the relationship between vitamin D and ALS still unknown
Nocturia, Need for Reassurance Key Drivers for Men Seeking Care
Overall, men with LUTS showed remarkably poor knowledge about their symptoms
In Elderly, Moderate Exercise Ups Cholesterol Transfer to HDL
Higher transfers of unesterified, esterified cholesterol to HDL in exercisers vs sedentary women
Types/Timing of Physical Activity May Up Incontinence Risk
Slightly increased odds of moderate/severe SUI with substantially increased lifetime physical activity
Meta-Analysis: Gum Chewing Beneficial After Cesarean Delivery
Gum chewing linked to improvements in major outcomes of digestive system activation
Race and Sex Impact Treatment in Newly Diagnosed A-Fib
Most notable disparities seen for catheter ablation, receipt of oral anticoagulants
Sublingual Immunotherapy Offers Little Benefit for Grass Allergy
For serious seasonal allergies, shots may be more effective, researcher says
Hep C Infections Underreported in the United States
In one state, only one from 183 diagnosed cases met reporting criteria for CDC
Recurrent Major Depression May Damage Hippocampus
No reduction in hippocampal volume seen for those with only one episode of major depression
Residents’ Knowledge of High-Value Care Varies
Discussions with faculty members linked to all self-reported high-value care behaviors
