Impact of Method for Assessing Occupational Pesticide Exposure Examined
MONDAY, April 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The method for assessing occupational pesticide exposure does not appear to influence risk estimates for prostate cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or Parkinson disease, according to a study published online Apri…
Learn MoreBlood Biomarkers May Help ID Primary CNS Lymphoma, High-Grade Glioma
MONDAY, April 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Systemic inflammatory biomarkers may aid in differentiating primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) from high-grade glioma (HGG), according to a study published online April 4 in CNS Oncology.Tejpal G…
Learn MoreLocal Interventions Can Reduce Opioid Rx After Urologic Surgery
MONDAY, April 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Successful reduction in opioid prescriptions following urological surgery can be achieved through a variety of interventions without compromising pain control, according to a comprehensive review and meta-ana…
Learn MoreMarketing of Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction Raises Concerns
MONDAY, April 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Shockwave therapy (SWT) as restorative treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED), for which no standardized protocol has been developed, is being marketed directly to consumers, according to a study published o…
Learn MorePhysician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup
Here is what the editors at Physician’s Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of April 11 to 15, 2022. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal studies and other trusted so…
Learn MorePoll: Most Older Adults Want to Age in Place
FRIDAY, April 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Nearly nine in 10 older adults believe it is important to age in place, but preparedness to do so may be lagging, according to the results of the latest University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging.D…
Learn MoreThree Main Barriers Hamper Weight Loss Surgery for Obese Teens
FRIDAY, April 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Adolescents with severe obesity may not pursue metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS) due to lack of information, cost of care, and social stigma, according to a study published online March 22 in Surgery for Obes…
Learn MoreInflammatory Skin Diseases Classified at Molecular Level
FRIDAY, April 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — In research published online April 15 in Science Immunology, distinct classes of human inflammatory skin disease are defined at the molecular level.To examine the molecular dysregulation underlying inflammato…
Learn MoreNew Law Allows FDA to Police E-Cigarettes Made With Synthetic Nicotine
FRIDAY, April 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — A new law will ensure that vaping companies making electronic cigarettes using synthetic nicotine, in fruit flavors that appeal to teenagers, can be regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.When the…
Learn MoreFDA Approves First Breath Test for COVID-19
FRIDAY, April 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — People who suspect they may have COVID-19 could soon find out with a simple breath test that delivers results in three minutes.On Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted an emergency use autho…
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