The Role of Air Pollution in Antibiotic Resistance
Air pollution alters the efficacy of antibiotics and increases harm to the respiratory tract.
Quality of Care by Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants Equal in Health Centers
NPs and PAs deliver equivalent care to patients as PCPs in community health centers.
World Health Organization Addresses Deadly Superbugs that Pose Biggest Threat
WHO urges researchers to make fighting dangerous pathogens a priority.
Early Initiation of Palliative Care Improves Overall Wellbeing in Patients with Incurable Cancer
Patients with incurable lung or gastrointestinal cancer are more likely to discuss end-of-life preferences with health care providers.
Cannabis A Preferred Substitute for Prescription Drugs to Treat Chronic Pain
More than half of survey respondents substituted cannabis for their prescribed medication.
Possible Link Between Parkinson's Disease and Stroke
Annual incidence of ischemic stroke higher among those with Parkinson’s disease.
Gum Disease is an Indicator of Prediabetes
A dental office is a suitable location to screen for early diabetes.
Maternal Genital Herpes Infection Linked to Risk for Autism
Inflammation and immune activation may contribute to the risk of developing autism.
Serum Vitamin B12 Monitoring Needed Among Long-Term Metformin Users
Adults taking metformin for type 2 diabetes are less likely to be tested for vitamin B12 status.
Sodium-Restricted Diet Improves Systolic Blood Pressure in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients
Dietary advice and low-sodium meals helps reduce blood pressure.
Zika Virus May Cause a Higher Percentage of Miscarriages
Pregnant mouse models injected with the Zika virus saw an increase in miscarriages and babies born with thin brain tissue.
Interval Training Improves Heart Function in Patients with Congestive Heart Failure
Engaging in physical activity does not cause more heart damage in patients with heart failure.
Low Vitamin D Linked to Increased Risk of Relapse in Ulcerative Colitis
Higher vitamin D levels may be beneficial for patients with ulcerative colitis.
Presence of Yeast in Infants' Guts Increases Risk of Asthma
Association found between asthma and yeast.
Low Cost, Easily Accessible Hearing Aids Could Be Possible Soon
Nearly two-thirds of individuals with severe hearing loss are unable to afford hearing devices.
Gastric Bypass Surgery Promotes Type 2 Diabetes Remission
Bariatric surgery plus intensive medical therapy superior to intensive therapy alone.
FDA Approves Brodalumab for Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis
New treatment options for adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
FDA Grants Clearance of Xpert Xpress Flu, Xpert Xpress Flu/RSV
Diagnostic tests provide accurate results in as little as 20 minutes.
“Apple-Shaped†Body Type May Increase Diabetes, Heart Disease Risk
Genetic variants linked to abdominal adiposity increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and coronary heart disease.
FDA Updates Type 2 Diabetes Drug Label
Dulaglutide (Trulicity) in combination with basal insulin for the treatment of adults with T2D.
Updated Clinical Practice Guidelines for Noninvasive Lower Back Pain Treatments
The American College of Physicians provide evidence and clinical recommendations for acute, subacute, and chronic low back pain.
Love Your Heart This Valentine's Day
MinuteClinic offers free heart screenings this holiday at more than 1100 locations.
Educational Campaign Launched to Increase Awareness of Link Between Cardiovascular Disease and Type 2 Diabetes
Two of 3 adults with type 2 diabetes do not know that heart disease is the number 1 of killer of individuals with the disease.
Could Black Tea Help Prevent Diabetes?
Black tea may serve as a promising antidiabetic agent for glycemic control.
Jury Finds Physician Assistant Guilty of More Than 40 Drug-Related Charges
PA allowed others to use her DEA registration for the illegal distribution of phentermine.
Fish Oil Shows Benefit in Asthma
Omega-3 fatty acids may help fight asthma.
Calcified Coronary Plaque Not Just a Concern for Older Adults
Tiny amounts of calcified coronary plaque associated with heart disease risk.
Nurse Practitioner Faces Charges for Fraudulent Narcotic Prescriptions
More than 50 prescriptions were written to individuals who weren’t under the NP’s care.
Compound of Deep-Water Marine Sponge May Help Combat Superbug MRSA
Extracted compound shows potent antibacterial activity against MRSA bacteria.
Diabulimia Prevalence Among Young Women
Individuals with diabetes have a higher risk of developing an eating disorder.