Archive: 01/08/2017

Steroid treatment for type of kidney disease associated with increased risk for serious infections

Among patients with IgA nephropathy and excess protein in their urine, treatment with pills of the steroid methylprednisolone was associated with an unexpectedly large increase in the risk of serious adverse events, primarily ...

Aug 1, 2017

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Study examines fees, finances of medical specialty boards

Although many physicians have objected to high certification fees of the American Board of Medical Specialties member boards, which are nonprofit organizations and have a fiduciary responsibility to match revenue and expenditures, ...

Aug 1, 2017

Zika infections unlikely to be passed by kissing, casual contact: study

Saliva is no way to pass a Zika virus infection.

Aug 1, 2017

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Internet has put a spotlight on sex addiction

Each week in his Bellevue counseling office, Bill Lennon sees 13 groups of eight men, all seeking help for compulsive sexual behavior. Such behavior can range from obsessively viewing pornography to answering Craigslist ads ...

Aug 1, 2017

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Scientists genetically modify human embryos for first time, reports say

A team of researchers has created the first genetically modified human embryos, the MIT Technology Review reported this week.

Aug 1, 2017

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Stent surgery could benefit select glaucoma patients

(HealthDay)—Stent surgery using a 6-mm-long stent made of gelatin material seems promising for patients with glaucoma, according to a report from the University of Michigan.

Aug 1, 2017

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How to get to a world without suicide

After his son's suicide aged 18, Steve Mallen sees the world differently. Along with a growing number of mental health experts, he wants to reduce the rate of suicide across the world, and is aiming for zero. Simon Usborne ...

Aug 1, 2017

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Scientists call for tougher laws on enforced high heel wear

More needs to be done to stop women having to wear high heels against their will, according to the most thorough review of scientific studies into the shoes.

Aug 1, 2017

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Molecule's role in maintaining liver size and function revealed

For organs to maintain a steady state and fulfill their intended functions, the rates at which the cells within them multiply or die off need to be equal. This balance must also be adjusted when events such as an injury or ...

Aug 1, 2017

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Drowning can occur hours after swimming

(HealthDay)—While it happens rarely, a person can drown on dry land hours after having been in the water.

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