News for Health Professionals Archive - November 2023
November 1, 2023
- Incident A-Fib Linked to Increased Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Retinal Capillary Perfusion Tied to Cerebral Small Vessel Disease in Black Patients
- AAP: Children Most Likely to Present to ED With Burns From Hair Styling Tools
- Higher Rate of Bladder Neck Incompetence in Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Predictors of Vertigo After Endolymphatic Sac Surgery ID'd in Meniere Disease
- American Society of Anesthesiologists, Oct. 13 to 17
- Improved IVF Outcomes With Interpregnancy Interval of at Least Six Months
- Study Looks at Addition of Sigh Ventilation in Trauma Patients
- Yoga May Cut Complications With Radiation for Head, Neck Cancer
- More Than Half of U.S. Adults Use Internet to Look for Health, Medical Information
- Landiolol Does Not Reduce Organ Failure in Septic Shock Patients With Tachycardia
- Second Person to Receive Pig Heart Dies Six Weeks After Transplant
- Interventions to Redesign Patient Care Do Not Improve Outcomes
- 2021 to 2022 Saw 3 Percent Increase in Infant Mortality Rate in U.S.
- New Gene Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease Considered Safe, FDA
November 2, 2023
- Five-Year Outcomes Similar With TAVR, Surgery in Low-Risk Patients
- Thalidomide Cuts Recurrent Bleeding in Small-Intestinal Angiodysplasia
- Height Scaling Power of 1 for Skeletal Muscle Index Computation Supported
- Time-Restricted Eating Effective for Weight Loss, Lowering HbA1c
- Socioeconomic Disparities ID'd in Thrombolysis, Thrombectomy Use
- High-Powered Magnet Ingestion Still Sending Children to Hospital
- Skin Diseases Pose a Psychosocial Burden
- Neighborhood Greenspace, Income Linked to White Matter Grade
- Moderate, Heavy Use of Chemical Hair Relaxer Linked to Uterine Cancer
- Nonsurgical Treatment Beneficial for Men With Peyronie Disease
- More Eye Drops Recalled Due to Infection Danger
- Hep C Testing Recommendations Developed for Perinatally Exposed Infants
- Last 20 Years Saw Reduction in Prevalence of Elevated LDL Cholesterol
- Living Alone Tied to Higher Risk for Cancer Death
- FDA Approves Wezlana for Multiple Inflammatory Diseases
November 3, 2023
- No Significant Increase Seen in Cystitis Diagnoses During COVID-19 Pandemic
- AI Getting Better at Detecting Skin Cancer
- One in Four Young Sexual-, Gender-Minority Individuals May Experience Syphilis
- PTSD Symptoms Linked to Higher Carotid Atherosclerosis in Women
- Alterations in Functional Network Reorganization ID'd in Meniere Disease
- Sublingual Immunotherapy Safe, Effective for Treating Toddlers' Peanut Allergy
- Deep-Learning Models Can Predict Conversion to Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- Pediatric Neurogenic Bladder Cases Are Not Fully Evaluated
- Risk for Breast Cancer Examined After False-Positive Mammogram
- Zoonotic Virus Spillover Set to Continue Increasing Worldwide
- Drug-Resistant Gonorrhea May Get A New Antibiotic
- Birth Defects Higher in Offspring of Teen, Young Adult Women With Cancer History
- Racial, Ethnic, and Gender Diversity Lacking in Surgical Leadership
- Infection Control Recommendations for Hospitals Not Well Received
- Women May Not Recognize Non-Lump Symptoms of Breast Cancer
November 6, 2023
- MI Classified Into Four Stages Based on Myocardial Tissue Injury
- Methotrexate Reduces Pain in Hand Osteoarthritis With Synovitis
- Low-Tone Descending Hearing Loss Seen With Endolymphatic Hydrops and Sudden Symptoms
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Increases Risk for Later Arrhythmias
- Delayed ACL Reconstruction Linked to New Meniscal Tears
- Antireflux Mucosal Ablation Safe, Effective for Refractory Reflux Disease
- Black Men More Likely Than Whites to Have Prostate Cancer at Any Given PSA Level
- Rate of Current Use of Any Tobacco Product Down in High Schoolers in 2023
- American Academy of Pediatrics, Oct. 20 to 24
- 12.0 Percent of Child Firearm Homicides Are Related to Intimate Partner Violence
November 7, 2023
- Health Care Spending Up for Child Survivors of Firearm Injuries
- Recall of Tyson Chicken Nuggets Over Small Metal Pieces in Product
- Frustration with CDC Advisors Who Recommend Masks in Hospitals Without Naming Type
- Pureed Fruit Pouches to Undergo Further Investigation by FDA
- Postpartum Medicaid Extensions Address Some Health, Social Needs
- Pharmacist-Led Rx Intervention to Manage Hypertension Saves Lives, Money
- Maintenance Immunosuppressive Drugs Tied to Severe COVID-19
- Advanced Neoplasia Risk Increased at Upper Range of Negative FIT Values
- Orthopedics Not Viewed as Diverse Field
- Presenting Weight Loss Treatment as Positive Opportunity Is Beneficial
- Electronic Medical Records May Hold Early Signs of Bipolar Disorder in Adults
- Increase Expected in Approved AI-Based Medical Imaging Products
- American College of Surgeons, Oct. 22-25
- USPSTF Finds Insufficient Evidence for Oral Health Screening in Adults, Children
- High Remote Patient Monitoring Practices Offer Improved Hypertension Care
- Few Adults Talk to Providers About BP Risks of OTC Pain Relievers
- Incidence of Drug Overdose-Related Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Up Fivefold
- E-Cigarette Use Common Among Young Adults
- American College of Gastroenterology, Oct. 20-25
- FDA Approves Voquezna for Erosive Esophagitis, GERD
November 8, 2023
- Discontinuation Notice: Levemir Products to be Discontinued from January 2024
- 2021 to 2022 Saw 5 Percent Decline in Overall Fetal Mortality Rate
- Oral Contraceptives May Protect Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
- ASN: Multicomponent Intervention Does Not Increase Steps Toward Kidney Transplant
- ASN: eGFR No Different With Sparsentan, Irbesartan in Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
- AHA: Depression, Anxiety Linked to CVD Risk Factors, MACE
- Vitamin D Insufficiency Linked to Paclitaxel-Induced Neuropathy
- AHA: High Cardiovascular Health Linked to Lower Phenotypic Age
- Genetic Predisposition to Insomnia Linked to Insomnia-Like Problems
- Playkit May Aid Children in Preparing for MRI
- Tirzepatide Tied to Substantial Additional Weight Loss After Lifestyle Intervention
- FDA Will Pull Vet Drug Used in Pork Industry Over Cancer Concerns for Humans
- FDA Investigating Hospitalizations Linked to Counterfeit Ozempic
- Double-Lung Transplant, Breast Implants Save Life of Man Who Battled Vaping-Linked Illness
- Zurzuvae for Postpartum Depression Comes With High Cost
November 9, 2023
- One-Day Induction of XR Buprenorphine Feasible for Fentanyl Use in OUD
- 2023 Guidelines Update Eligibility for Lung Cancer Screening
- Coadministration of COVID-19, Influenza Vaccines Seems Effective
- FDA Approves New Diet Drug Zepbound, a Version of the Diabetes Med Mounjaro
- AAO: Research Highlights Vision Issues Seen in Pediatric Sickle Cell Disease
- Concurrent RNA and DNA Sequencing Improves Variant Detection
- Eating Disorders Linked to Negative Physical Health
- Yoga Intervention Can Reduce Felt Stigma in Epilepsy Patients
- AAO: Diabetic Retinopathy Usually No Worse With Semaglutide in T2D
- Botulinum Toxin May Be Beneficial for Isolated, Essential Head Tremor
- First-Ever Face Transplant That Includes New Eye For Man Maimed by Shock
November 10, 2023
- Considerable Shortages of Minoxidil Recorded in Greater D.C. Area
- Opioid Use Down With Erector Spinae Plane Blocks in Lumbar Laminectomy
- Caregiving Linked to Lower Mortality in Postmenopausal Women
- Earlier Onset of A-Fib Linked to Risk of Developing All-Cause Dementia
November 13, 2023
- 3,761 Cases of Congenital Syphilis Reported in U.S. in 2022
- FDA Approves First Vaccine for Chikungunya Virus, Ixchiq
- AHA: PREVENT Risk Calculator Estimates Risk for Cardiovascular Disease
- Vaccine Exemptions Increased for Children in Kindergarten in 2022 to 2023
- AHA: Daily Marijuana Use Linked to Incident Heart Failure
- Poststroke Mortality, ADL Dependency Up With Low Socioeconomic Status
- Babies Are Contracting Salmonella After Handling Pet Food, FDA Warns
- ACAAI: Parents, Patients Offer Theories on Causes/Origins of Food Allergies
- Variability Seen in Use of Influenza Antiviral Agents in Children
- ACR: Incidence of Atrioventricular Block Increased With High Levels of Anti-SSA/Ro Antibodies
- Gender Life Expectancy Gap Increased From 2010 to 2021
- FDA Approves First Treatment for Congenital Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- American Academy of Ophthalmology, Nov. 3-5
November 14, 2023
- AHA: Fresh Produce Prescription Improves Glycemic Control
- AHA: Semaglutide Cuts Risk for CVD Events in Patients Without Diabetes
- Peer-to-Peer E-Consults Save Money for Pediatric Trauma Patients
- ACAAI: Mold After Natural Disasters Poses Great Risk to Allergy Patients
- AHA: Apixaban Beneficial for Patients With Subclinical A-Fib
- Rate of New Lung Cancer Cases Has Decreased Over Last Five Years
- Virologic Rebound Occurs in ~20 Percent Receiving Nirmatrelvir-Ritonavir
- Acupuncture Offers Some Benefit in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
- Male, Female Veterans Have Increased Prevalence of Arthritis
- Receipt of Guideline-Concordant Care Lower for Black Colorectal Cancer Patients
- AHA: No Real Benefit Seen for Liberal Transfusion Strategy in AMI, Anemia
- For Teens, Protection Against SARS-CoV-2 Highest for Hybrid Immunity
- Burnout on the Rise Among Anesthesiologists Since Pandemic
- Government Housing Assistance May Boost Some Cancer Screening
- Amid Fruit Puree Investigation, CDC Urges Doctors to Look for Lead Poisoning in Children
- American Society of Nephrology, Nov 2-5
November 15, 2023
- Estrogen-Linked Thrombotic Biomarkers Drop After Cessation of Combo Pill
- Pembrolizumab + Standard Chemotherapy Beneficial in Mesothelioma
- Deferred Cord Clamping Reduces Death Before Discharge in Preemies
- Preexisting Allergic Disease May Increase Risk for Long COVID
- Number of Cancer Treatments Provided Decreased in First Year of COVID-19
- Higher Visceral Adipose Tissue May Need Higher Infliximab Levels for IBD Remission
- Physical Activity Inversely Tied to COPD Symptom Burden
- Changes in Work Environment Can Cut Cardiometabolic Risk
- Cardiac 18F-Dopamine PET Can Predict Lewy Body Diseases
- Asthma-Linked Health Care Use Increased With Non-English Speaking Caregivers
- CDC: Rates of Suicide Vary by Age, Sex, Mechanism in Over 55s
- Neighborhood Disadvantage Tied to Higher Risk for Autism Diagnosis
- Olfactory, Gustatory Dysfunction Decline in Years Following COVID-19
- Type 2 Diabetes Linked to Increased Risk for Colorectal Cancer
- Experiencing Racism May Increase Stroke Risk in Black Women
- Opioid Rx Down, but Overdoses and Deaths Up, AMA Report Shows
November 16, 2023
- Hypertonic Saline-Stimulated Copeptin Better for Diagnosis of Arginine Vasopressin Deficiency
- Higher Neurofilament Light Chain Levels Seen Before MS Disability Worsening
- AHA: Sodium Reduction in Diet Lowers Blood Pressure in Seniors
- Gantenerumab Does Not Slow Clinical Decline in Early Alzheimer Disease
- Osimertinib + Chemo Improves Progression-Free Survival in Advanced NSCLC
- Obinutuzumab Preserves Kidney Function in Lupus Nephritis
- AHA: Avoidance of Aspirin Noninferior With LVAD in Advanced Heart Failure
- Overall Survival Benefit Up for Pyrotinib + Capecitabine in HER2-Positive Breast Cancer
- Bleeding Higher With Standard-Dose DOACs in Nonvalvular A-Fib
- Recommendations Developed for Atopic Dermatitis Therapies
- Prevalence of COPD Stable Overall From 2011 to 2021
- 1999 to 2018 Saw Rise in Rates of Breastfeeding Initiation
- CDC: Cancer Death Rates in Youth Continued to Decline Through 2021
- Measles Vaccination Has Averted 57 Million Deaths Since 2000
- First OTC Test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea Approved by the FDA
November 17, 2023
- AHA: Lung Inflation Occurs Infrequently With Ventilation During 30:2 CPR
- Study Identifies Familial Germline EGFR T790M Variant in Lung Cancer
- Food Sensitization Linked to Increased Risk for Cardiovascular Mortality
- In Response to Shortage, CDC, FDA Accelerate Release of RSV Shots for Infants
- Taking Standing Blood Pressure Measure Aids Hypertension Diagnosis
- AHA: Self-Monitoring, Remote Physician-Guided Titration Aids Postpartum BP Control
- Review IDs Link for Insecticide Exposure, Lower Sperm Concentration
- AHA: Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Significantly Cuts Angina Symptoms
- New Treatment Modality May Reduce Obesity in Schizophrenia Patients
- High BMI Increases Complications for Chest Masculinization Surgery
- FDA Sends Warning Letters to Vape Companies Selling Products That Mimic Toys
- 2013 to 2021 Saw Shift in Smoking Habits of Young Adults
- FDA: Cinnamon May Be the Source of Lead in Recalled Fruit Puree Products
- Short Sleep Duration Impairs Insulin Sensitivity in Women
- Hippocampal Atrophy Linked to Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
November 20, 2023
- Poor Physical Function Persists in Childhood Cancer Survivors
- Significant Impairments Found in Taste, Smell for Cirrhosis Patients
- Risk for Autism Increased for Children Born to Those With Infertility
- Neuromelanin-Sensitive MRI Linked to Psychosis Severity in Schizophrenia
- Prevalence of NAFLD Set to Increase to 34.3 Percent in 2050
- Occupational Exposure to Solar UVR Linked to Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
- Guidance Provided for Fecal Microbiota Transplantation in Children
- American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Nov. 9-13
- Increasing Generational Status Linked to Elevated Risk for Liver Cancer
- Sexual Minority Youth More Likely to Experience Homelessness
- 1999 to 2020 Saw Increase in HTN in Low-Income Middle-Aged Adults
- Over-the-Counter Meds, Exercise Most Prevalent Treatment for Chronic Pain
- U.S. Government Gives Away More COVID Tests
- Melatonin Use Common in U.S. Children and Adolescents
- Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cantaloupes Has Sent 17 to the Hospital
November 21, 2023
- Food Insecurity in Seniors Linked to Increased Risk for Dementia
- Low Income Decreases Odds of Cardiologist Involvement in Heart Failure Hospital Care
- For Veterans Receiving Dialysis, Unstable Housing Linked to Mortality
- One in Four Older Transgender Adults Contemplated Suicide in Last Year
- Mobile Apps Effective for Treating Moderate and Severe Depression
- Psychological Distress Reported for Indolent Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas
- Insulin Manufacturers Employ Strategies to Extend Market Exclusivity
- ACR: Higher BMI Linked to Worse Flare Symptoms in Early RA
- Direct-Acting Antivirals Still Underused in Hep C-Related Liver Cancer
- Hemoglobin Glycation Index Is Novel Risk Factor for Incident CKD
- One Death, 10 Hospitalizations From Listeria Outbreak
- People With Severe Mental Illness Experienced Increased COVID-19 Mortality
- Mild Cognitive Impairment Underdiagnosed
- ACR: App Helps Manage Fibromyalgia Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
November 22, 2023
- 2015 to 2018 Hypertension Prevalence Nearly 50 Percent in the United States
- Umbilical Cord Milking Seems Safe for Preemies Born at 28 to 32 Weeks
- Pharmacogenomic Testing to Guide Antidepressant Use Beneficial in Major Depression
- Acoustic Stimulation Improves Postconcussive Symptoms
- Race/Ethnicity, Socioeconomics, Age Contribute to Disparities in Cancer Death
- Mean Platelet Volume Linked to Mortality in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients
- Aquatic High-Intensity Interval Training Aids Exercise Capacity for Chronic Conditions
- Sleep-Related Hypoxia Tied to Incident Atrial Fibrillation
- Publication Bias Inflates Apparent Efficacy of Alprazolam XR
- COVID-19 Pandemic Had Negative Impact on Bone Health in Young Adults
- Ubrogepant Beneficial for Treating Migraine During the Prodrome
- CDC: 2020 to 2021 Saw Rise in Total Number, Rate, Ratio of Abortions
- Stem Cell Transplant Effective for Knee Osteoarthritis
- Incidence of Local-Stage Cancers Decreased From 2019 to 2022
- Whole Grain Consumption Linked to Slower Global Cognitive Decline
- >10 Percent of FIT Are Unsatisfactory and Cannot Be Processed
November 27, 2023
- Long-Term Weight Regain Common After Body Contouring Surgery
- Mortality Higher for Black Patients Receiving Neoadjuvant Chemo for Breast Cancer
- Mortality Increased With Exposure to Coal Fine Particulate Matter
- Disease-Modifying Therapy Use for Sickle Cell Remained Low 2014 to 2021
- Hematocrit Within Normal Range With Testosterone Gender-Affirming Therapy
- American Heart Association, Nov. 11-13
- COVID-19 Vaccination Before Infection Cuts Risk for Long COVID
- Patient-Surgeon Gender Concordance Does Not Impact Postoperative Mortality
- Decline in Excess Mortality Seen in First Decade After Quitting Smoking
- Long-Term Exposure to ADHD Meds Linked to Increased Risk for CVD
- American College of Rheumatology, Nov. 10-15
- Total Thyroidectomy Offers Lasting Benefit for Hashimoto Disease
- Spike in Salmonella Cases Sees Cantaloupe Recall Expanded
- Filtration of Traffic-Related Air Pollution Mitigates Its Impact on BP
- Handguns Are Most Used Weapon in School Shootings Executed by Teens
November 28, 2023
- Cumulative Radiation Dose From CT in Young People Linked to Malignancy Risk
- Pandemic's Impact on Child Cognitive, Emotional Well-Being Mixed
- Fourth COVID-19 Shot Beneficial in Patients With Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases
- Fluvoxamine Does Not Shorten Duration of COVID-19 Symptoms
- Light at Night Tied to Higher Risk for Mental Health Disorders
- Impacts of Gestational Weight Gain Seen 50+ Years Later
- Study IDs Barriers to Eye Screening Among Adults With Diabetes
- Two-Week DAA Prophylaxis Prevents Hep C After Kidney Transplant
- Lower Number of Positive Childhood Experiences Tied to Eating Behaviors in College Students
- Recent Decline in Risk for CRC Recurrence Seen in Stage I to III Disease
- Neighborhood Disadvantage Tied to Higher Postpartum Depression Risk
- Low Neighborhood Opportunity Tied to ED Visits for Asthma in Young Children
- Rates of COVID-19 Variant BA.2.86 Increasing
- Neratinib, Fulvestrant, Trastuzumab Combo Aids Metastatic Breast Cancer
- Primary Care Loop Closure Low Across All Test Types
November 29, 2023
- CDC: 2021 to 2022 Saw Increase in U.S. Life Expectancy
- Coronary Heart Disease, Especially With Early Onset, Linked to Dementia
- CDC: 2021 to 2022 Saw Increase in Provisional Number of Suicides
- Thyroid Cancer Prevalent Among Transgender Female Veterans
- Leisure Sedentary Time Linked to Prevalence of Uterine Fibroids
- Polygenic Predisposition to Short Sleep Linked to Depression
- Walking at Faster Speeds Linked to Reduction in Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
- AI Accurate in Diagnosing Suspicious Skin Lesions
- Long Reproductive Period Linked to Lower Risk for Low Handgrip Strength
- FDA Approves Ogsiveo for Desmoid Tumors
- Before ADHD Diagnosis, Youth Twice as Likely to Have Used Health Care Services
- Triptans, Ergots, Antiemetics Most Effective Meds for Migraine
- Machine Learning Predicts Implant-Based Reconstruction Complications
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Use Low in Distressed Communities
- Racial, Ethnic Disparities Seen in ED Discharge Against Medical Advice
November 30, 2023
- Monthly News Roundup - November 2023
- Active Surveillance Tied to Higher Long-Term Cervical Cancer Risk
- Aerobic Exercise Efficacious for Preventing, Treating Postpartum Depression
- Doxycycline Tied to Lower Risk for C. Difficile in Pneumonia Patients
- Deployment History Has Differential Impact on Epilepsy in Veterans With TBI
- Levothyroxine Infusion Does Not Increase Heart Transplants Versus Saline Infusion
- Patients Report Positive Outcomes for Nonsurgical Treatment of Thumb OA
- Social Media Use Tied to Higher Health Risk Behavior in Teens
- Air Pollution From Fossil Fuels Tied to 5 Million Excess Deaths Annually
- Direct-Mail Self-Sampling Increases Uptake of Cervical Cancer Screening
- Improvements in Cardiometabolic Outcomes Seen With Healthy Vegan Diet
- High Levels of Anxiety, Depression Seen in Younger Adults During Pandemic
- Psychiatric Comorbidity Increases Risk for Schizophrenia With ADHD
- 100 Percent of Lead Pipes to be Removed From U.S. Water System
- Health Care Costs Lower for Patients Treated by Female Surgeons
- Mortality Increased for Infants, Under 5s With HIV Receiving Antiretrovirals
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