Authors say sequencing could expand range of treatable conditions screened in newborns
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Low Intake of Vitamins, Minerals Tied to Social Isolation in Older Adults
A considerable number of older adults have lower-than-recommended intake
Read More »Guideline-Concordant Care Less Likely With Non-Hispanic Black Race
Findings seen in older patients with breast cancer; non-Hispanic Black patients also less likely to have timely initiation of treatment
Read More »American Society of Anesthesiologists, Oct. 18 to 22
By Beth Gilbert HealthDay ReporterThe annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists was held from Oct. 18 to 22 in Philadelphia, attracting approximately 5,000 participants from around the world, including anesthesiologists and other health care professionals. The conference featured presentations focusing on the latest advances in the relief of pain and …
Read More »Prenatal Cannabis Use Not Linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Second study shows no association for prenatal cannabis use with child developmental delays up to age 5.5 years
Read More »80.5 Percent of Teens Experience at Least One Adverse Childhood Experience
Highest prevalence of experiencing four or more ACEs seen for females, non-Hispanic multiracial, gay or lesbian, bisexual, questioning
Read More »ACG: Fewer Overt Hepatic Encephalopathy Episodes Seen With Rifaximin
Rifaximin monotherapy reduces risk for breakthrough OHE episode and results in a lower mortality rate than lactulose monotherapy
Read More »ASN: Empagliflozin Offers Lasting Cardiorenal Benefit in CKD Patients
Empagliflozin offers cardiorenal benefits for up to 12 months after discontinuation among CKD patients at risk for progression
Read More »Better Prepared Emergency Departments Could Save Children’s Lives
Study also showed improving readiness for all U.S. emergency departments is cost-effective
Read More »American Academy of Ophthalmology, Oct. 18-21
By Beth Gilbert HealthDay ReporterThe annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology was held from Oct. 18 to 21 in Chicago and attracted participants from around the world, including ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and other eye health care professionals. The conference featured presentations focusing on the latest advances in comprehensive eye care, …
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