Archive: 10/06/2014

Research unearths genetic risk factor for type 2 diabetes in Latin American populations

In the largest study of its kind published to date, an international team of researchers in Mexico and the United States has discovered a strong genetic risk factor for type 2 diabetes that primarily affects Latin American ...

Jun 10, 2014

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Doctors' group calls for tougher rules on sale of E-cigarettes

(HealthDay)—The American Medical Association on Tuesday called for tighter restrictions on the sale and marketing of electronic cigarettes.

Jun 10, 2014

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Many STDs may go undiagnosed, US report finds

(HealthDay)—About 400,000 Americans may have the sexually transmitted disease chlamydia, but not know they have it, new research suggests.

Jun 10, 2014

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Study identifies 41 powerhouse fruits and vegetables

(HealthDay)—Forty-one powerhouse fruits and vegetables (PFV) have been classified and validated, according to a study published online June 5 in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Preventing Chronic Disease.

Jun 10, 2014

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Recession forced many families to seek Medicaid coverage

(HealthDay)—During the last economic recession, the families of many children with chronic health conditions had to turn to Illinois' Medicaid program, Chicago researchers report.

Jun 10, 2014

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Federal views diverge on proper use of painkillers

How do you have a conversation about prescription drugs that provide critical pain relief to millions of Americans yet also cause more fatal overdoses than heroin and cocaine combined? The answer is: It depends.

Jun 10, 2014

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First clinical diabetes registry to provide seamless view of patients across specialties

The American College of Cardiology, in partnership with the American Diabetes Association, the American College of Physicians and Joslin Diabetes Center, is launching the Diabetes Collaborative Registry, the first clinical ...

Jun 10, 2014

Study shows how to make statewide health campaigns more effective

Researchers from The Miriam Hospital have found that adding evidence-based weight loss strategies to a statewide wellness campaign improves weight loss outcomes among participants. The study and its findings are published ...

Jun 10, 2014

The real risks of growing up with bipolar parents

Bipolar disorder (BD) is among the 10 most burdensome medical conditions, according to the World Health Organization. The disorder is known for its dramatic highs of extreme euphoria, racing thoughts and decreased need for ...

Jun 10, 2014

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How much testosterone is too much for women after menopause?

Testosterone supplementation for women is a hot topic. A new pharmacokinetics study of a brand of testosterone cream for women approved in Western Australia has been published online in Menopause, the journal of The North ...

Jun 10, 2014

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Archive: 10/06/2014

Research unearths genetic risk factor for type 2 diabetes in Latin American populations

Doctors' group calls for tougher rules on sale of E-cigarettes

Many STDs may go undiagnosed, US report finds

Study identifies 41 powerhouse fruits and vegetables

Recession forced many families to seek Medicaid coverage

Federal views diverge on proper use of painkillers

First clinical diabetes registry to provide seamless view of patients across specialties

Study shows how to make statewide health campaigns more effective

The real risks of growing up with bipolar parents

How much testosterone is too much for women after menopause?

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