‘These results underscore the importance of timely recognition of fracture events, especially in men,’ says the lead author of a 25-year case-control study. Medscape Medical News …read more
Researchers have recently conducted a new study into bladder infections. They now suggest that we ought to drink plenty of water to keep them at bay. …read more
The expanded age range for Gardasil 9 is an important opportunity to help prevent HPV-related diseases and cancers in a broader age range, the FDA said. FDA Approvals …read more
The European Medicines Agency has confirmed its earlier precaution regarding the use of dolutegravir in women who are or who could become pregnant; it expects to make final recommendations next year. News Alerts …read more
Radiation can be an effective treatment for breast cancer, but it does have side effects. Doctors may recommend this therapy in combination with others, such as surgery and chemotherapy. Learn more about how radiation for breast cancer affects the body and what short- and long-term side effects to expect. …read more
The new restrictions follow a review of rare but disabling and potentially long-lasting side effects, mainly involving muscles, tendons, bones, and the nervous system. News Alerts …read more
‘The high prevalence of symptoms of anxiety and depression among adults with arthritis warrants awareness, screening, and subsequent treatment of these conditions,’ researchers say. Medscape Medical News …read more
Two new studies show that regular long-term aspirin use was linked to a lower risk of hepatocellular carcinoma and ovarian cancer Medscape Medical News …read more
An analysis of data from two large cohorts totaling 205,498 women sees that regularly taking low-dose aspirin is linked to reduced risk of ovarian cancer. …read more
Clinicians can tell women in their 70s with osteopenia who are very concerned about osteoporotic fractures that this drug ‘won’t make you bulletproof, but it will reduce [fracture risk] by about a third.’ Medscape Medical News …read more