Jill Murphy, Associate Editor

The findings reveal a unique mechanism for C.diff survival in the human gut and suggest novel strategies for weakening its defenses, according to the study authors.

Additionally, the study revealed for the first time the physiological reason for the neutral protection is increased blood flow to the brain as a result of higher levels of progesterone.

TDF-based therapy is associated with renal adverse effects (AEs) and bone loss, whereas TAF-based therapy has been associated with fewer AEs.

Among more than 11 million Medicare beneficiaries who were admitted during the 2-year study period, there were 174,901 admitted for ischemic stroke and 193,418 admitted for heart attack.

The emergence of COVID-19 in the past year has caused a shift in many different aspects of the health care model, forcing many different challenges to be addressed throughout.

However, as of 2021, the biggest concern for students at MCW is getting into a residency program in general.

In addition, oral contraceptives can also increase the risk of stroke in some women, especially those who smoke.

A follow-up poll from the University of Michigan (U-M) found that 71% of people in their 50s, 60s, and 70s are now ready to get vaccinated against COVID-19 when a dose becomes available to them.

The statement from AHA asks primary care physicians to integrate brain health into their treatment of adults guided by the AHA’s Life’s Simple 7.

The sNDA seeks to expand the label of cabotegravir and rilipivirine to include dosing of every 2 months for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in virologically suppressed adults (HIV-1 RNA less than 50 copies per milliliter) on a stable regimen.

The critical component is omega-3 fatty acids, which was associated with a lower risk of major CVD events, such as heart attacks and strokes, by about one-sixth in high-risk people who ate 2 servings of fish rich in omega-3 each week.

Cognitive fatigue, which is defined as a troublesome symptom among healthy and clinical populations, is a major research focus at Kessler Foundation.

Debu Tripathy, MD, University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Houston, discussed the basic requirements of personalizing therapy.

A recent research review found that a large proportion of COVID-19 survivors will be affected by neuropsychiatric and cognitive complications.

A new study found that wearing a protective face mask has only a modest effect on the ability of healthy people to perform vigorous exercise.

Insulin plays a key role in regulating female reproductive function, with previous studies showing the effect of insulin deficiency on a woman’s reproductive system.

The study authors also mention that samples taken from skin biopsies confirmed their suspicion of a delayed allergic immune response that is commonly seen in drug reactions.

Osteoporosis is a skeletal condition characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue that leads to fragility and an increased risk of fracture.

A national survey found 85% of 1390 adults prefer getting prescription drugs from a local pharmacist instead of a mail order service.

Angelo Moore, PhD, MSN, RN, NE-BC, program manager, Office of Health Equity at Duke Cancer Institute, discussed how one of his goals was to truly involve the community in educating others on the clinical guidance, primarily for prostate cancer screenings.

Researchers at Columbia and MIT have created a new technique that can uncover nearly all of the behaviors that cancer cells use to evade immunotherapies, which could lead to the development of more effective treatments.

Both diabetes types lead to severely elevated blood sugar levels that eventually cause a host of possible complications, including loss of limbs and eyesight, kidney damage, diabetic coma, and death.

According to the study, diets rich in fruits and vegetables help reduce the risk for numerous chronic health conditions that are leading causes of death, including cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Heart failure is associated with a higher risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

Through Walgreens Find Care®, patients can connect with local and national service providers through the convenience of the Walgreens mobile app or online.

Radiologists at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have published an approach in the American Journal of Roentgenology to manage what they expect to be a fairly common occurrence as COVID-19 vaccination programs ramp up.

The study authors suggest that the biggest boost in risk reduction would stem from communication efforts aimed at raising awareness of COVID-19 risks among US adults under 40 years of age.

According to findings from a December 2020 national survey, more US adults reported receiving or planning to receive an influenza vaccination during the 2020-2021 flu season than ever before.

Previous studies have explored the benefits of vitamins D and C, as well as minerals such as zinc and magnesium, in fortifying the immune response against COVID-19.

Many rural areas identify with many barriers in their community, such as transportation, technology access, human factors, and the design of the health care model.