Postmenopausal Weight Loss or Gain Ups Risk of Fracture
Researchers found just a 5 percent gain or loss may affect postmenopausal bone health
Sugary Drink Consumption Tied to Earlier Menarche
Early menstruation a risk factor for depression and breast cancer
Current Smoking Reduces Survival in Prostate Cancer
Former, as well as current, smokers saw higher risk for radiation tx-related urinary side effects
Many Seniors Not Reporting Falls to Physician
Fewer than half tell their doctor of fall, researcher notes
Provider Demographics Affect Pain Treatment Decisions
These effects may contribute to pain management disparities
FDA Approves Generic Form of Nexium
To treat gastroesophageal reflux disease in adults and children ages 1 and older
Difficulty Falling Asleep Linked to Higher Risk of Hypertension
Risk up with regularly taking longer than 14 minutes to fall asleep
Benefit of Noninvasive Tests in Non-MI Chest Pain Questioned
Such screenings don't predict who will have a future cardiovascular event, researchers report
Many Breast Cancer Patients Lack Knowledge of Their Disease
Problem more pronounced among minority women
Duration of Hyperlipidemia in 30s/40s Impacts CHD Risk
Researchers compare extended exposure to high cholesterol to "pack years" in smoking
