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In a recent study, researchers examined the effects of consuming symbiotic foods on glycemic control, lipid profiles, and microalbuminuria in non-obese patients with type 2 diabetes.
Paula is a 51-year-old woman whose diet includes 2 to 3 sugar sweetened beverages per day. She knows sweetened beverages aren’t good for her and asks you what kind of impact this could have on her health.
Neurology Consultant spoke with Géraldine Rauchs, PhD, whose study provides evidence of a potential association between sleep-disordered breathing and biomarkers for Alzheimer disease among older adults.
Aspirin is commonly used to help lower the risk for heart attack, but could once-daily use be associated with a higher risk of skin cancer? The authors of a new study aimed to explore this further in men and women with and without daily aspirin exposure.
A roundup of COVID-19 news, including a study of the safety of ACE inhibitors and ARBs, guidance from AMA for returning retired physicians, and potential ocular symptoms of infection.
During a routine exam, Mary, a 27-year-old woman, expresses concern over her family history of high blood pressure. She shows you print outs of several articles from the internet exploring the possible heart-health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, and asks if you think switching to the diet will lower her risk.
The National Kidney Foundation, along with 2 other agencies, recently presented findings from the largest compilation of data ever collected on chronic kidney disease. For details of the included data and how it could shape future treatment strategies, read more.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has issued recommendations regarding the use of the new herpes zoster vaccine, which was recently approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.
<p>Young children are more likely to get hurt when they are not fully supervised by adults, and especially when they are out of arm's reach, a new study suggests.</p><p> </p>
Consultant360 spoke with Dr Kimberly Mallett from Penn State University, who studied the effect of a brief, dermatologist-delivered intervention on patients’ subsequent sunscreen use and related behaviors. Importantly, the intervention is compatible with providers’ busy schedules.
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.
In this podcast, Georg Schett, MD, discusses the results and implications of his team’s recent study examining the tapering or stopping of medication in patients with rheumatoid arthritis who achieve stable remission.
A roundup of COVID-19 news, including potential treatment options, new guidance from the CDC and IDSA, and statements from the FDA on testing and the use of NSAIDs.
<p>This article features several cases of skin lesions caused by leisure activities, such as swimming, beach-going, and sports. It features curaneous larva migrans, swimmer's itch, second-degree sunburn, seabather's eruption, and more.</p>
Gregory Wu, MD, PhD, from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, answers our questions about his research, which he recently presented at ACTRIMS Forum 2019.
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.
In a new post-hoc analysis, researchers investigated the risks and benefits of aspirin use among patients with atrial fibrillation with recent acute coronary syndrome or percutaneous coronary intervention. The findings were presented at the ACC.20/WCC virtual meeting.
<p>Acting out is common among children with CP, but two programs can teach parents how to reduce their child's behavioral problems.</p>