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Leptin May Mediate Knee-Related Osteoarthritis
The inflammatory adipokine may account for about half of the effect of BMI on knee osteoarthritis
Increase in Biopsies With DCIS, Invasive CA After Mammogram
Biopsy frequency up after diagnostic, but not screening, mammography
Core Needle Biopsy Helpful With Cervical Lymphadenopathy
Findings compared to fine-needle aspiration cytology, especially for lymphoma
Meta-Analysis Compares Tx for Inducing Remission in Crohn’s
Adalimumab and infliximab + azathioprine most effective for induction, maintenance of remission
Daily Blueberry Consumption May Reduce Blood Pressure
Decrease in blood pressure, arterial stiffness in postmenopausal women with pre-, stage 1-HTN
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
Real-Time Mobile App Can Improve Sun Protection
Two studies demonstrate some improvement in sun protection behaviors
Sleeping Well in Middle Age May Pay Off Later in Life
Better functioning reported decades afterward, researchers find
