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The CDC National Center for Injury Prevention and its federal advisory committee Control Board of Scientific Counselors has released a new set of guidelines for the comprehensive care of pediatric mild traumatic brain injury, such as concussion.

Older women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer have a higher risk of experiencing a decline in their ability to function physically, according to a new study.

Although the incidence of Chlamydia trachomatis infections remains high among young women (ages 14-24), new data presented at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2018 STD Conference indicate that prevalence of the sexually-transmitted infection (STI) is decreasing.

The approvals of Delstrigo and Pifeltro are based on findings from 2 phase 3 clinical trials.

Officials with the FDA have approved Bayer’s antihemophilic factor [recombinant] PEGylated-aucl, BAY94-9027 (Jivi), for the routine prophylactic treatment of hemophilia A in previously treated adults and adolescents 12 years of age or older.

Food products prepared by adding liquid nitrogen at the point of sale, immediately before consumption, have the potential for serious injury, and the FDA is advising consumers to avoid eating, drinking, or handling these products.

The voluntary recall of 1 lot of CVS Health 12 Hour Sinus Relief Nasal Mist was expanded to include all nasal products and baby oral gels manufactured at the same Florida facility.

Heavy alcohol consumption at an early age may be linked to a 3-fold increased risk of being diagnosed with high-grade prostate cancer, according to a new study.

The benefits of taking aspirin to prevent a second or subsequent cardiovascular event have been well established in previous studies but the effectiveness of taking aspirin to prevent a first cardiovascular event has been unclear,

A substantial amount of evidence exists linking diabetes with heart disease, and The Framingham Heart Study was the first to show that patients with type 2 diabetes are more susceptible to heart disease.

While disabilities are very common, awareness and access to care need to be addressed, according to the CDC.

The FDA has announced it is extending the expiration dates on some EpiPen products in an effort to mitigate shortages of the life-saving medication.

The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants' 2017 Statistical Report on Certified PAs shows the impact that PAs are making on patient care.

US life expectancy rates are dropping, while trends show a surge in young adult and midlife mortality, according to recent studies.

Officials with the FDA have given approval for marketing Brainsway’s Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation System for treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder.

Rheumatoid arthritis the most common type of arthritis, is believed to be triggered by a mix of environmental and genetic factors.

The benefits of transplanting kidneys from donors with hepatitis C virus (HCV) may outweigh the risks for individuals in need of a lifesaving organ transplant, according to a new study.

In its annual ranking, U.S. News & World Report named the Mayo Clinic the nation's Best Hospital.

Children who were treated with canine assisted interventions (CAI) were reportedly more attentive, and experienced improved social skills after 8 weeks compared to those who received traditional interventions, according to a recent study.

The FDA approved for marketing Natural Cycles Nordic AB’s mobile app, which utilizes the fertility awareness method of contraception to prevent pregnancy.

Patients with HIV have a high likelihood of developing depression related to their diagnosis, according to a recent study, and many of these individuals do not seek medical care.

MinuteClinic Video Visits will provide patients with access to health care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through their mobile devices.

There may be a link between ADHD and Concussion and Prolonged Mental Health Issues.

The interaction between alcohol abuse and hepatitis C virus (HCV) can compromise overall survival outcomes, according to a recent study.

Silvestrol, an active substance formed by 400 different types of mahogany plants, may be key to developing a potential cure for hepatitis E virus.

A study matched dementia cases (n = 841) with 4 controls each and compared the trajectories for major cardiometabolic risk factors up to 14 years preceding dementia diagnoses for the cases.

Advancements in breast cancer treatment have improved survival rates, but financial hardships related to the cost of these lifesaving therapies can weigh heavily on patients.

Healthcare needs a system that not only provides convenience related to medication access—as this Amazon acquisition aims to do—but also keeps the pharmacist regularly connected to the patient.

The FDA is warning consumers against serious risks of some ‘vaginal rejuvenation’ devices, and a lack of evidence to support their uses for this purpose.

The CDC examines incidents of pediatric cancer on a state level to encourage further investigation.