Endocrine Society Releases Statement to Improve Hypertension Detection
Screening for underlying causes of high blood pressure can save lives, authors say.
Daily ReCAP April 6, 2017
The latest news on chronic, acute, and preventive care across the health care landscape.
Potential Therapeutic Bacterium Identified for Fatty Liver
The oral administration of Faecalibacterium prausnitzii improves fatty liver in mice.
Daily ReCAP April 5, 2017
Could a Common Antibiotic Help Treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Potential new treatment strategy for patients with PTSD.
33 Free and Charitable Clinics Receive More Than $1 Million in Grants
Grants will help increase access to care, improve care coordination, and manage chronic conditions.
Daily ReCAP April 4, 2017
Massage Therapy Could Be an Effective Treatment Option for Lower Back Pain
Real-world massage therapy produces meaningful results for treating patients with low back pain.
Location Linked to Incidence of Cardiovascular Events
Individuals with greater access to preventive health care services have lower cardiac events.
Daily ReCAP April 3, 2017
Legume Consumption May Reduce Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Patients with a higher intake of legumes were 35% less likely to develop T2D.
Stress Reduction Techniques Could Help Reduce Seizure Frequency
Study confirms relationship between stress and seizures.
Universities Awarded $17.6 Million Grant for Cheaper Vaccines in Developing Countries
Scientist seek to develop new vaccines and produce them for less than 15 cents a dose.
Chlamydia Manipulates Infected Cells' Powerhouse to Thrive
Fragmented mitochondria inhibit chlamydia growth.
Daily ReCAP March 29, 2017
Survey Finds High-Level Job Satisfaction Among Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants
Signing bonuses are gaining popularity and NP and PA demand grows.
Screening for Celiac Disease Not Recommended for Asymptomatic Patients
The US Task force concluded that there was not enough evidence to recommend screening for everybody.
Daily ReCAP March 28, 2017
FDA Approves Dupilumab for Treatment of Eczema
Injection helps clear skin and manage itch severity caused by the disease.
High-Fiber Diet Protects Against Development of Type 1 Diabetes
A high-fiber diet given to mice with type 1 diabetes almost eliminated their disease.
Daily ReCAP March 27, 2017
Court Date Set for Former VA Physician Assistant Charged with Sexually Abusing Patients
Mark Wisner will stand trial this April.
FDA Approves Add-On Treatment for Parkinson's Disease
Safinamide (Xadago) receives FDA approval to treat patients with Parkinson’s disease when their medications are not working well.
Daily ReCAP March 22, 2017
As Tuberculosis Cases Decline in Europe, HIV/TB Coinfections Rise
HIV/TB coinfections rise 40% across Europe over the last 5 years.
Deep Brain Stimulation Provides Long-Lasting Relief for Patients with Severe Depressions
The approach may serve as an optional therapy for patients suffering from severe depression.
Daily ReCAP March 21, 2017
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Mobile Health Technology Improves Health Outcomes in Children
mHealth interventions is a promising approach for pediatric health care providers.
Daily ReCAP March 17, 2017