RBG’s Cancer Returns; She’s Still Working
In a statement from the Supreme Court, the 87-year-old senior member of the court’s four-member liberal wing says she is able to do her job ”full steam.” WebMD Health News …read more
Expert Clarifies Guidance on Adolescent Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The symptomatic treatment of early postmenarcheal girls at risk of PCOS is recommended to manage menstrual abnormality, hirsutism, acne, or obesity. Medscape Medical News …read more
Older Adults Often Underestimate Ability to Prevent Falls
A nurse-managed fall prevention program was only modestly successful at preventing serious fall injuries but identified important areas for improvement, researchers found. Medscape Medical News …read more
New Vaginal Gel Contraceptive: Who’s It For?
This new on-demand method has one very big downside for women trying to avoid pregnancy. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Speaking of Pandemics: The Art and Science of Risk Communication
Public health messages should be loud and clear so that everyone listens and stays safe. But that’s easier said than done — especially with a case as complex as COVID-19. Knowable Magazine …read more
Proton Pump Inhibitors Tied to COVID-19 Risk
Use of proton pump inhibitors was associated with increased risk for COVID-19 in a large survey of US adults. Medscape Medical News …read more
Steroids Linked to Increased Hypertension in RA
The authors found that daily dose appeared to be important in determining risk but that cumulative dose did not. Medscape Medical News …read more
FDA OKs First-in-Class HIV Therapy for Patients With Few Options
Fostemsavir (Rukobia) is indicated for heavily treatment-experienced patients living with multidrug-resistant HIV infection. FDA Approvals …read more
Patients Face Higher Drug Costs in 2021 Under a New Federal Rule
The rule sets health plan standards for 2021 and permits employers and insurers not to apply drug company copayment assistance toward enrollees’ deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums for any drug. Kaiser Health News …read more
Better Pregnancy Spacing Would Aid Those With Gestational Diabetes
Women with gestational diabetes had shorter intervals between pregnancies than those who didn’t have the condition, which may impact on outcomes, researchers say. Medscape Medical News …read more