AFP Levels Predict Fibrosis Regression After SVR in Hep C
Lower α-fetoprotein, HCV type 2 tied to liver fibrosis regression after sustained virological response
ASH: Longer Red Blood Cell Unit Storage Noninferior
Longer-storage RBC units non-inferior for children with lactic acidosis due to anemia
Variation in Prices of Cancer Drugs in High-Income Countries
Difference in drug price between highest-, lowest-priced countries varies between 28 and 388 percent
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Play Role in Bipolar Disorder
Researchers hope to learn whether they can benefit patients with the mental illness
Transgender Transition Treatment Deemed Cost-Effective
Surgical and hormone expenses less than those that treat complications of not transitioning
Breaking Up Prolonged Sitting Benefits Postmenopausal Women
Reductions in postprandial glucose, insulin, NEFA responses for overweight/obese women
Bariatric Surgery Beats Medical Control for Diabetes Remission
Shorter diabetes duration, lower fasting glycemia; gastric plus diversion surgery up remission
Statin Treatment Linked to Reduced Risk of Cataracts
Simvastatin plus ezetimibe linked to lower risk of cataract development versus placebo
Guidelines Developed for Perinatal Hematologic Cancers
Diagnostic procedures, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, maternal supportive care discussed
Metformin Linked to Beneficial Changes in Gut Bacteria
Drug tied to increased bacteria which produce health-promoting short-chain fatty acids
