AHA: Risk for Ischemic CV Events Lower With Colchicine After MI
Risk for composite efficacy end point reduced with colchicine versus placebo after myocardial infarction
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Author: Janine Anthes
White House Wants Hospitals, Insurers to Provide Actual Costs of Care
Government officials say the objective is to encourage competition and reduce costs
Read MoreBipartisan Bill to Curb Drug Costs Backed by White House
Senate bill does not give Medicare bargaining power but would cap out-of-pocket payments by beneficiaries
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Common TB Vaccine Associated With Lower Lung Cancer Rates
In 60-year follow-up, significantly lower lung cancer rates seen for those with childhood BCG vaccination
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Revision, Removal Risks Low for Synthetic Midurethral Slings
Long-term risks for reoperation, recurrence low in women treated for stress urinary incontinence
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Cannabis Use Disorder Has Declined Among Teens, Young Adults
Findings seen among those reporting daily/almost daily use, 2002 to 2016
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Less Sleep Tied to Lower Bone Mineral Density in Women
Higher risk for osteoporosis also seen with less than five hours of sleep per night
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Studies Confirm Safety of 9-Valent HPV Vaccination
Studies based on searching Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, six Vaccine Safety Datalink sites
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Some Progress Made in Slowing Antibiotic Resistance-Linked Deaths
Deaths decreased 18 percent since 2013 report, but more than 2.8 million infections occur each year
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CDC: Number of Vaping-Linked Lung Illnesses Up to 2,172
Meanwhile, Apple has removed 181 vaping-related apps from its mobile App Store worldwide
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FDA Panel: Expand Use of Fish Oil Drug Vascepa
Research shows drug can reduce rates of dangerous cardiovascular events in high-risk patients
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FDA Sends Warning Letter About OTC Drugs to Dollar Tree
Letter outlines corrective actions company needs to take, including ensuring they do not import impure drugs
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Pembrolizumab Prolongs Survival in Advanced Head, Neck Cancer
Authors recommend pembrolizumab, with or without chemotherapy, as first-line treatment
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Higher Waist Circumference Tied to Increased Risk for Dementia
Waist circumference more accurate indicator of abdominal visceral fat level than body mass index
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Childhood Episode of Pancreatitis May Up Risk for Diabetes Later
Findings independent of adolescent obesity and further tied to diabetes diagnosis at younger age
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12 Cases of Vaping-Related Lung Injury Described in One Hospital
Eight of the patients required ICU admission for hypoxemic respiratory failure, but no deaths reported
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Treatment Response Rates High for Seniors With Hep C Infection
Sustained virologic response rates similar for patients 65 years and older, patients younger than 65 years
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About 2.7 Million ED Visits Reported for Sports Injuries in 2010 to 2016
Analgesics were given or prescribed at 63.9 percent of ED visits; percentage increased with age
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Risk for Disability Worsening Increased for MS With Comorbid Depression
Risk increased for persons with depression defined by ICD-10, those exposed to antidepressants
Read MoreAmerican College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Nov. 7-11
The 2019 Annual Meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology The annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology was held from Nov. 7 to 11 in Houston and attracted approximately 3,500 participants from around the world, including allergy and immunology specialists as well as other health care professionals. […]
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