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Articles
Obesity May Be Associated with Abnormal Bowel Habits
October 22, 2019
A recent study found that obese or severely obese patients have a 60% higher risk of chronic diarrhea vs those who are within a normal weight range.
Higher Nut Consumption Linked to Lower Obesity Risk
October 15, 2019
Eating just half a serving more a day of nuts can help ward off weight gain and lower the risk of obesity, according to a recent study.
3 New Diabetes Studies, in Brief
February 14, 2019
Findings: a heart-healthy lifestyle reduces DM risk; 1 egg a day may protect against T2DM; and a new genetic risk score may improve DM diagnosis.
Hep C Can Be Eliminated by 2030, Worldwide
February 12, 2019
A new study models the impact of 4 key public health interventions on global HCV burden to see if WHO elimination targets are realistic.
HCV/HIV-coinfected Patients Recover Liver Function with All-oral DAA Therapy
February 11, 2019
A first-of-its-kind study found that among cirrhosis patients with and without HIV-coinfection, liver function improved >50% in each cohort.
E-cigarette Flavorings May Become Toxic, Trigger Inflammation
November 13, 2018
Fanciful flavors added to e-cigarettes react with vaping solvents (eg, polypropylene glycol) to create compounds that may persist and harm.
Obesity Increases Asthma Risk By Altering Airway Muscle Function
November 12, 2018
Authors speculate that this alteration of smooth airway muscle may imprint a unique signature that could help lead to highly targeted new asthma therapies.
Lifestyle Factors, Not Air Pollution, Exacerbate Asthma in Women
September 28, 2018
Authors of a new study found that lifestyle factors, not a major air pollutant, play a more significant role in women developing asthma COPD overlap syndrome.
Inhaled Steroids Increase Risk of Nontuberculous Mycobacteria Lung Infections
September 27, 2018
When using inhaled corticosteroids for the treatment of asthma, COPD, and other airways disease, authors of a new study warn to proceed with caution.
Osteoporosis Rx Poor Within 6 Months of Hip Fracture
July 25, 2018
A new study found that post-hip fracture, less than 5% of elderly patients were started on osteoporosis medication despite high risk for recurrent fracture.