September 2015 Briefing – Cardiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cardiology for September 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
September 2015 Briefing – Allergy
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Allergy for September 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
CDC: Injuries Cost $671 Billion in the United States in 2013
Accidents and violence the driving forces, CDC officials report
More Support for High-Fiber, Mediterranean Diet
Beneficial effects for plant-based diet but not limited to vegetarian or vegan diets
Gene Variant May Boost Effect of Higher-Protein Diet in T2DM
Researchers find benefit for those with gene variant related to vitamin D metabolism
Air Pollution Tied to Poor Outcomes in Lung Transplant
Increased risk of organ rejection, death, but macrolides seem to reduce risk
Online Follow-Up Feasible for Most Surgery Patients
Pros: convenience, surgeon efficiency gains; cons: liability, modified patient-provider relationships
Calcium Supplements May Not Benefit Bone Health
Researchers find no evidence that increasing intake will prevent fractures
New Classification Criteria Developed for Gout
Classification criteria, which include clinical, lab, imaging domains have high sensitivity, specificity
Nocturnal Hypoglycemia Linked to Reduced Awakening Response
Rate of awakenings significantly lower during hypoglycemic versus normoglycemic night
