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History shows that most of humankind has been cared for by ordinary, local clinicians who are not in the spotlight.
<p><span>People who order human breast milk online for their babies may end up receiving shipments contaminated with cow's milk, according to a new study.</span></p>
Researchers examined the efficacy and safety of lower doses of an insulin-sensitizing drug in adults with prior stroke or transient ischemic attacks who have insulin resistance.
Because the effects of modest alcohol consumption on cardiovascular structure and function is unclear, researchers of a study presented at ACC.19 analyzed the relationship.
<p>Family medicine has become a global movement as a medical specialty. From small beginnings over a half century ago, it has now spread from its Western roots to all continents. The origins of family medicine lie in a long history of general practice in which the only doctor for much of the world was the generalist.</p>
Eating more whole fruits—particularly apples, blueberries, and grapes—was significantly associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, according to new research from the Harvard School of Public Health.
By Anne HardingNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Giving metformin to non-diabetics after an acute myocardial infarction does not improve left ventricular function, a new randomized trial shows.
Food trends come and go. One year, kale is the latest food in the culinary spotlight, being added to smoothies, salads and sold as chips. The next, avocados are America’s sweetheart. While both of these super foods are still in style and highly sought after, a few other ingredients and trends are making their way to your local grocery. Here’s a review of the top 5 latest food trends to look out for.
<p>In a newly revised document, child and adolescent psychiatrists apply new research about autism spectrum disorder to recommendations for pediatricians and other clinicians.</p>
Systsje Anne Bergstra, PhD, from Leiden University Medical Center answers our questions about her study that compared DMARD treatment regimens among patients with rheumatoid arthritis who failed initial methotrexate treatment.
In this commentary, John W. Harrington, MD, writes about the struggles faced by some young adults with autism when finding employment and staying employed, managing work-related stress, and misinterpreting social interactions.
The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research has released new guidance on duration of bisphosphonate treatment in patients with osteoporosis.
Researchers sought to evaluate the prevalence of neuropathic pain features in patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), as well as the factors associated with neuropathic pain features.
In a recent study, researchers examined how specific healthy dietary patterns used to lower risks of cardiometabolic disorders in the general population may impact the risk of pregnancy complications when utilized in pregnant women.
A new study investigated the connection between venous thromboembolism risk and heart failure in hospitalized patients.
By Rob Goodier
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Researchers have identified bacterial species in the cervix and vagina that may be linked to the risk of spontaneous preterm birth.
"It is very exciting data and hopefully will lead us on a new path to identifying women at risk for preterm birth but also finding new cures to prevent prematurity," Dr. Michal Elovitz of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia told Reuters Health by email.