Capsule Colonoscopy Deemed ‘Adequate’ Alternative
Identifies conventional adenomas 6 mm+ with 88 percent sensitivity, 82 percent specificity
Lasting Mortality Risk Increase With Hyperglycemic Crises
Among geriatric patients with new-onset diabetes, mortality risk up during six years of follow-up
Shiitake Mushroom Intake Tied to Improved Human Immunity
Increased ex vivo proliferation of γδ-T cells, natural killer T cells with mushroom consumption
Hemoglobin Glycation Index IDs Harms, Benefits of T2DM Tx
Effect of intensive treatment varies for patients with low, moderate, high hemoglobin glycation index
Cigar Smoking Poses Much the Same Danger As Cigarettes
All-cause and cause-specific mortality risk increased
Over Half of Middle-Age, Older Americans Take Daily Aspirin
Having discussed aspirin with provider is the strongest predictor of regular use
Benefits of Moderate Drinking Differ According to Race
Guidelines might need modification to reflect racial differences, researcher says
Office Visits Common Before Suicide Attempt
Many see a doctor before ending their life, suggesting prevention opportunity
Cost of Multiple Sclerosis Rx Soaring, Even for Older Meds
No meds available for MS for less than $50,000 a year in U.S., researchers say
Exercise Can’t Fix the Damage of a Bad Diet
Physical activity has health benefits, but obesity is not only due to lack of exercise
