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A new study examines the relationship between the varicella vaccine and pediatric arterial ischemic stroke. Consultant360 spoke with the lead author about the findings.
As a result of healthcare reform, physicians who care for older adults are tasked with educating themselves and aiding their patients.
Clostridioides difficile infection can present much like an IBD flare. Getting to the right diagnosis is critical in controlling this condition, which was the topic of a session presented by Jessica Allegretti, MD, at AIBD virtual regional meeting on September 12.
Data presented at the 23rd United European Gastroenterology Week meeting detailed the relationship between body mass index and waist circumference and the risk of developing colorectal cancer.
Consultant360 has put together an overview of this month’s important nutrition news, as well as commentaries from top nutritional experts.
<p><strong>A MOTHER ASKS:</strong><br>My 10-year-old son plays soccer and basketball and wants to work out with me. Is it safe for him to start a weight-lifting program?<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br></span></strong></p>
<p>Dengue fever usually manifests as a fever, as the name implies, but among elderly patients it might strike without fever at all, but rather as appetite loss and weakness.</p>
By Kathryn Doyle(Reuters Health) - Being sedentary, at least in moderation, is unlikely to cause heart disease, according to a new review of past research.
While early diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis is key, a new study that was released during ACR Convergence shows that there is often a delay in diagnosis. Find out which patients are at the highest risk for delayed diagnosis.
Individuals whose mothers had depression while pregnant may have a higher risk of having depression at age 18 years, according to the results of a recent prospective cohort study. Postnatal depression was also found to be a risk factor for offspring depression at age 18 years, but only among mothers with lower levels of education.
By Kathryn DoyleNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Exercise can help overweight kids slim down, but a new study suggests they might be at risk for leg, ankle and foot injuries in the process.That could be because their legs are supporting extra weight, researchers said.
Researchers conducted a prospective observational study in order to evaluate the prevalence of HCV infection in 670 patients from a penitentiary in Italy.
By Rob GoodierNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Less need for bowel preparation is unlikely to boost uptake of screening CT colonography if it means a lower sensitivity, a new online survey from the UK shows.
Thomas is a 43-year-old man of healthy weight and body mass index. Despite his health, he expresses concern about diabetes, as the disease is common in his family.
Matt is a 37-year-old man who is concerned about his weight and his risk of heart disease. He consumes a fairly standard Western diet, and is curious about what changes he can make to both lower his risk and help him to lose weight.
<p><span>Community-based music lessons for disadvantaged youth can have positive biologic effects on their brains, a new study has found.</span></p>
<p>Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients who achieve remission on treatment may want to go off their IBD medications. But half or more of those who do will have a relapse, according to comprehensive analysis of relevant research.</p>