Pediatric Oncology Services Disrupted During Pandemic
Newly diagnosed pediatric cancer cases decreased in 43 percent of centers; treatment abandonment increased in 34 percent
Egg, Cholesterol Intake Linked to Higher Mortality
Increased mortality associated with egg consumption largely influenced by cholesterol intake
Maternal Cardiovascular Health in Pregnancy Tied to Offspring Cardiovascular Health
Maternal CV health at 28 weeks of gestation tied to offspring cardiovascular health at ages 10 to 14 years
CV Risk Factors, Atherosclerosis May Alter Brain Metabolism
Cardiovascular risk, particularly hypertension, associated with brain hypometabolism in asymptomatic middle-aged adults
Uptake of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Lower Among Minorities
Uptake lower among Black, Asian, Hispanic adults versus Whites; those vaccinated less likely to receive high-dose vaccine
Good Response Seen With HealthCare.gov Reopening
CMS figures show more than 206,000 people signed up for coverage from Feb. 15 to 28
NIH Halts Trial of Convalescent Plasma for Mild COVID-19
While the treatment seemed safe, no significant differences in outcomes were seen between patients receiving convalescent plasma or placebo
Patients’ Mental Health Impacts Rating of Psoriasis Severity
Likelihood of a patient overestimating their psoriasis severity versus physician increased for those with depression, anxiety
Behavioral Health Issues Remain High as Pandemic Continues
Survey results reveal self-reported mental health, substance use, and suicidal ideation among U.S. adults in September 2020
Nivolumab Plus Cabozantinib Tops Sunitinib for Renal Cell Carcinoma
Combination therapy superior with respect to progression-free, overall survival and overall response for first-line treatment of advanced RCC
