Lesbian, Bisexual Women Have Lower Cardiovascular Health Scores
WEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Cardiovascular health disparities are seen in sexual minority adults, especially for lesbian and bisexual women, according to a study published online May 17 in the Journal of the American Heart Association….
Learn MoreDomestic Abuse Tied to Higher Risk for New Atopic Disease
WEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Domestic violence and abuse (DVA) is significantly associated with a higher risk for developing atopic disease, according to a study published online May 5 in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: …
Learn MoreColchicine Price Increase Tied to Poorer Gout Control Over a Decade
WEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A sharp increase in colchicine prices in 2010 was associated with a sustained decrease in colchicine use and poorer disease control over a decade, according to a study published online May 8 in JAMA Internal…
Learn MoreMost Teens, Young Adults With Advanced Heart Disease Want Say in Decision-Making
WEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Most adolescents and young adults (AYA) with advanced heart disease desire an active role in medical decision-making, according to a study published online May 5 in JAMA Network Open.Melissa K. Cousino, Ph.D…
Learn MoreBurn Injuries Can Occur From E-Cigarette Smoking While on Supplemental Oxygen
WEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Although uncommon, smoking electronic cigarettes while on supplemental oxygen can result in injury, according to a study published in the March/April issue of the Journal of Burn Care & Research.Ana Montoya,…
Learn MoreTrans Identification Not Tied to Worse Pregnancy Outcomes
WEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse (trans) identification at the time of delivery is not significantly associated with severe parental morbidity or preterm birth, according to a research letter publi…
Learn MoreMedical School Students Increasingly Come from Higher-Income Families
WEDNESSDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Medical school applicants coming from higher-income families have a greater likelihood of acceptance than those from low-income families, according to a research letter published online May 11 in the Journa…
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