Women With Chronic Coronary Disease Less Likely to Achieve Risk-Reduction Goals Than Men
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Spinal Cord Atrophy and Inflammation Help Predict MS Progression
In MS, progression independent of relapse activity is associated with neurodegenerative processes in the spinal cord and the presence of chronic active lesions....
Cardiac Involvement in Rosai-Dorfman Disease May Be More Common Than Previously Thought
While cardiac manifestations in Rosai-Dorfman Disease are largely uncommon, they do occur and can further complicate the diagnosis of this rare blood disorder....
Fewer Than 20% of High-Risk Patients Screened for Latent TB
Regularly asking about risk factors for tuberculosis, such as birthplace and travel history, may improve testing of those at high risk for latent infection....
Q&A: Prompt Diagnosis of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
With a projected increase in cases of age-related macular degeneration, prompt diagnosis and treatment are needed to mitigate vision loss and societal burdens....
Rapid Decline in eGFR Slope Predicts Chronic Complications in Type 2 Diabetes
Researchers investigated the potential link between eGFR slope and diabetes complications such as mortality, kidney disease, and cardiovascular events. ...
Q&A: Educating Parents About Safe Sleep Practices in “Tangible” Terms
Many mothers regularly engage in unsafe sleep practices with their infants, despite being aware of the American Academy of Pediatrics guidance on safe sleep....
Practical Guidance for Implementing Precision Oncology in the Clinical Setting
A recent review provides practical guidance on next-gen sequencing for cancer care, aiding clinicians in interpreting genomics for personalized interventions....
Q&A: How PsA Disease Activity Differs By Race & Ethnicity
New research suggests patients with psoriatic arthritis may experience the disease differently depending on their race and ethnicity....
Should Cataract Surgery Be Avoided in Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Cataract surgery appears to be beneficial for retinitis pigmentosa and cataract, with similar rates of intraoperative complications compared with control eyes....
Economic Impact of RSV-LTRI “Extends Well Beyond” Acute Illness
Patients incur healthcare expenditures associated with RSV for months after the acute infection, underscoring the need for prevention through vaccination....
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Superior to Open Surgery for NSCLC After Neoadjuvant Therapy
Researchers compared perioperative complications and survival outcomes in patients who underwent either VATS or open surgery for NSCLC....
O.J. Simpson's Passing Sparks Conversation on Prostate Cancer Awareness & Screening
The recent passing of O.J. Simpson due to prostate cancer has brought renewed attention to this often taboo topic among men....
Health Equity Must Be “The Center of All That We Do” to Reduce Racial/Ethnic Disparities in HIV
ART is crucial for sustained viral suppression in HIV, yet disparities exist among men who have sex with men. It's critical to understand why disparities in HIV persist....
Q&A: Genetic Disparities Influence Obesity and Cardiometabolic Health Across Race & Sex
Dr. Kathryn Kaiser explains the importance of investigating genetic associations within demographic groups to better understand and address health disparities. ...
In Multifocal HCC, Survival Better With Liver Resection Vs Tumor Ablation
Liver resection in patients with multifocal hepatocellular carcinoma leads to longer survival compared to tumor ablation....
Low Uptake & High Discontinuation: Characterizing PrEP Use Among Transgender Women
A strategy that addresses socioeconomic barriers and patient preferences will be needed to reach the majority of transgender women who have never used PrEP....
How to Address Well-Being for Patient-Centered Psoriasis Care
A panel of experts recently provided guidance for dermatologists to adopt a person-centered approach to psoriasis care. ...
Oral Antibiotics Linked to Fewer AEs, With Far-Reaching Implications for Immunocompromised Patients
A study in solid organ transplant recipients shows oral therapy for gram-negative bacteremia may not need to be restricted to immunocompetent individuals....
Do Solar Eclipses Impact Mental Health?
Some studies suggest a link between celestial events and hormone fluctuations in psychiatric patients, while others find no real association with mental health. According to a 2011 stu...
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