Decreasing Market Competition Driving Up Generic Drug Costs
According to a recent study, the cost of generic drugs is linked to market competition levels among manufacturers of these drugs. Medscape Medical News …read more
What you should know about hysteroscopy
A look at hysteroscopy, a procedure used to diagnose and treat problems of the uterus. Included is detail on recovery time and possible side effects. …read more
Even ‘Safe’ Levels of Air Pollution Tied to Higher Mortality
Daily changes in changes in ambient fine particulate matter and ozone were significantly associated with higher risk for all-cause mortality at levels well below the current daily safety standards. Medscape Medical News …read more
Low-Normal Thyroid Implicated in Unexplained Infertility
Thyroid hormone levels at the low end of normal are twice as common in women with unexplained infertility as those with normal fertility, hinting at a possible role for thyroid hormone replacement. Medscape Medical News …read more
Mortality Higher for Inpatients Seen by First-Year Hospitalists
Study authors say new hospitalists may be overwhelmed by the environment and may need lighter caseloads and more support, such as mentoring and on-site training. Medscape Medical News …read more
What is a corpus luteum?
Learn about the corpus luteum, a structure that develops in the ovaries and produces the hormone progesterone. We also take a look at corpus luteum cysts. …read more
Early Puberty Sets Girls Up for Future Mental Health Issues
Challenges of early puberty are ‘not just growing pains’ and could lead to mental health problems in adulthood, so they deserve clinicians’ attention, study authors warn. Medscape Medical News …read more
Causes and treatment of ovary pain
The ovaries are located on either side of the lower pelvis. Learn about the possible causes of ovary pain, including cysts and endometriosis. …read more
Is marriage the key to long-term happiness?
Marriage could hold the key to long-term happiness, according to new research. Happiness could be further boosted by marrying your best friend. …read more
Guidelines for Medical Care of Postbariatric Patients
New guidelines from the European Association for the Study of Obesity provide recommendations targeting primary care clinicians who manage patients after bariatric surgery. Medscape Medical News …read more