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The discovery of the genetic processes can help in the development of therapies that slow or stop the development of dementia.
Many adults with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) experience symptoms of anxiety and depression, suggesting a bidirectional causal relationship, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology.
In this COVID-19 roundup, we discuss global excess mortality during the pandemic, the prevalence and treatment of individuals experiencing long COVID-19 after initial infection, and the safety of mRNA vaccination in the first 6 months of vaccine administration to the general public.
In 2003, a task force determined that there was not enough evidence to make recommendations on the screening of older adults for dementia. Now, in a comprehensive review, they reexplore the issue.
<p><span>Minority children often lag behind their peers in language development when they start preschool, and some of that disparity may be due to differences in the frequency of "book sharing" among families.</span></p>
Physician decision-making about NFCE rests solely with clinical evaluation of the patient.
Since its inception in 2009, the FDA’s Safe Use Initiative has collaborated with these stakeholders to investigate new threats to patient safety and develop innovative programs to combat them.
This article gives an overview of the etiology, diagnosis, staging, and treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a chronic skin disorder characterized by the presence of recurrent inflammatory nodules resulting in sinuses, fistulas, and scarring, commonly in the intertriginous areas.
The majority of those listed with a penicillin allergy on their EHR aren’t actually allergic, according to a new study.
<p>Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) reduces recurrent venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients with active cancer to an extent comparable with warfarin but with less clinically relevant bleeding.</p>
New recommendations from a Lancet and World Psychiatric Association commission on depression call, in part, for prioritizing a personalized, staged approach to depression care.
Preventing burnout is a very important aspect of one’s professional life. As you begin your career, consider not only what you want now but also what you want 10, 20, 30 years into your profession. While this “peering into the future” consideration is not completely accurate, you should be honest with yourself about who you are and what you want now and in the future.
Jeffrey is a 54-year-old overweight man who is concerned about his blood pressure levels.
Researchers sought to determine the relationship between hemoglobin levels and the risk for developing dementia and AD.
Researchers analyzed findings of the multi-site MESA Study to determine whether FGF23 is associated with an increased risk for heart failure among individuals with hypertension.
This patient reminded us vividly with several remarks that awareness of her past shaped the person that she is.
A recent study examined the potential association between cardiovascular health and the risk of cognitive decline.
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It is with great pleasure that we welcome Dr Brunton to the Editorial Board of CONSULTANT. His 30 years of experience in the development of education for primary care clinicians make him well qualified to serve as one of our key advisors.</p>