Asthma, Smoking, Chronic Sinusitis Tied to Early COPD Risk
Large study of Hispanic adults shows association with risk for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease before age 50
RAI Therapy for Hyperthyroidism Not Tied to Overall Cancer Risk
However, linear radiation dose-response association between radioactive iodine and solid cancer mortality seen in two studies
HPV Vaccine Will Have Modest Impact on Oropharynx Cancer Incidence by 2045
However, reductions in oropharynx cancer incidence should be seen among young and middle-aged adults
Precedent Needed for FDA Approval Decisions When Evidence Lacking
In seven of 22 cases, approval used new interpretations of original evidence and did not require new evidence
Americans Struggling With High Cost of Prescription Drugs
Adults younger than 65 years twice as likely to report not filling needed prescriptions due to cost versus seniors
Prophylactic Steroids May Prevent Complications of Thyroidectomy
Rates of postoperative hypocalcemia and voice dysfunction lower with single preoperative dose of dexamethasone versus placebo
COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy Up for Racial, Ethnic Minority HCWs
Vaccine hesitancy highest among Black and Hispanic or Latino health care workers; concerns include side effects, newness of vaccine
Learning Environment Issues Tied to Medical School Burnout
Those reporting mistreatment may also experience exhaustion, disengagement, and career regret
AHA Statement Addresses Impact of Childhood OSA on Heart Health
Main risk factor for OSA in childhood is obesity; families and health care professionals should be counseled regarding this link
Blacks Remain Underrepresented in U.S. Medical School Faculty
No medical specialty has Black faculty representation in proportion to current U.S. population estimates
