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Gene Variant May Boost Effect of Higher-Protein Diet in T2DM
Researchers find benefit for those with gene variant related to vitamin D metabolism
More Support for High-Fiber, Mediterranean Diet
Beneficial effects for plant-based diet but not limited to vegetarian or vegan diets
CDC: Injuries Cost $671 Billion in the United States in 2013
Accidents and violence the driving forces, CDC officials report
Legal Cases for Soft-Tissue Fillers Mainly Involve Physicians
Half of legal actions result from non-physician performing the procedure
Early Precut Sphincterotomy Ups Primary Cannulation Rates
No increase in post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis
Thermal-Based Laser May Treat Stress Urinary Incontinence
Findings less promising for mixed urinary incontinence after one year of follow up
Vasectomy Not Tied to Decrease in Sexual Frequency
Vasectomized men, women with vasectomized partner have higher odds of weekly sex
Eudaimonic Well-Being Tied to Ovarian Tumor Neuroeffector
Positive affect, psychological distress not associated with tumor norepinephrine
Review: Sweetened Drinks May Affect Cardiovascular Health
Added sugars raise risk of myocardial infarction, cardiovascular disease, and stroke
Computer-Aided Mammograms May Not Be Worth the Cost
Software doesn't appear to improve cancer detection rates, researcher says