Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Smoking may increase odds of Meniere disease in men

For men, smoking is positively related and alcohol consumption is negatively related to the risk for Meniere disease (MD), according to a study published online Aug. 26 in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Polycystic ovary syndrome is going undetected in Nigeria

Polycystic ovary syndrome is the most common gynecological endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age. It affects between 4% and 20% of women globally and is influenced by genetic and environmental factors. Despite its ...

Genetics

Genetic background associated with physically active lifestyle

In a large international study, researchers at Uppsala University have identified DNA regions that are associated with physical activity or leisure screen time. The findings, published in Nature Genetics, confirm that physical ...

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