Patients With Lower-Stage Small-Cell Lung Cancer Do Better

Medscape | 2018-12-14 06:11:32

Patients with stage I to II small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) treated with chemoradiotherapy have better outcome than those with stage III disease, according to a secondary analysis of a randomized...

The Wild West Approach to PICUs

Medpage Today | 2018-12-14 00:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- We need a formalized protocol, says Christopher Johnson, MD

Immunotherapy Combo Flops in Metastatic NSCLC

Medpage Today | 2018-12-14 00:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Durvalumab plus tremelimumab failed to improve survival versus chemotherapy

Medical News Today: Endometriosis after a cesarean delivery: What to know

Medical News Today | 2018-12-14 00:00:00

Having a C-section can increase the risk of receiving an endometriosis diagnosis. Learn more about the connection between cesarean deliveries and endometriosis in this article.

Off-Label Drug Research Generates 'Medical Uncertainty'

Medscape | 2018-12-13 23:58:35

Research that explores/supports off-label use of pregabalin and other medications may be misleading if early promising results are not subsequently validated, investigators suggest in a new review....

Red Meat Diet Increases Atherogenic Metabolite (CME/CE)

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 23:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- Dietary interventions, however, can reduce TMAO levels and CV risk, randomized study shows

House Members Wrangle Over Fetal Tissue Research

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 23:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Witnesses disagree over viability of alternatives

Medical News Today: Why are my breasts sore before a period?

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 23:00:00

Fluctuations in hormones before a period are a common cause of sore breasts. In this article, learn more about why breast pain or tenderness often occurs before a period.

Tarnished Cardiac Stem Cell Lab Hit With 13 More Retractions

Medscape | 2018-12-13 22:44:09

The move by the American Heart Association is part of a spate of retractions from major medical journals involving disgraced cardiac stem cell researcher Piero Anversa, MD. Medscape Medical News

FDA Warns Manufacturer Involved in Valsartan Recall

Medscape | 2018-12-13 22:40:03

FDA has notified Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceuticals it is subject to an ongoing investigation and outlines 'serious' manufacturing violations. News Alerts

Clinical Challenges: Up to Speed on CDK4/6 Inhibitors in Breast Cancer?

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 22:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- Three questions on who should get them, toxicities to watch for, and what's next

Medical News Today: What to know about rectovaginal endometriosis

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 22:00:00

Rectovaginal endometriosis occurs when endometrial tissue grows around the rectum, vagina, and structures between them. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment of rectovaginal endometriosis...

Vitamin D Analogue No Help for CV Prevention in Hemodialysis Patients

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 22:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Trial limited to patients without secondary hyperparathyroidism

Why the Reluctance to Use Biosimilar Insulins for Diabetes?

Medscape | 2018-12-13 21:47:35

As the US FDA announces that it will soon be changing the way it approves biosimilar insulins, Medscape examines why these cheaper versions of branded products are not more widely used in diabetes....

Opioids, ACA, and 'My Lane' Stoked Physicians' Interest in 2018

Medscape | 2018-12-13 21:46:14

A Medscape survey indicates what excited, surprised, and frustrated physicians the most this year. Medscape Medical News

Medical News Today: Endometriosis after a cesarean delivery: What to know

Medical News Today | 2018-12-14 00:00:00

Having a C-section can increase the risk of receiving an endometriosis diagnosis. Learn more about the connection between cesarean deliveries and endometriosis in this article.

Medical News Today: Why are my breasts sore before a period?

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 23:00:00

Fluctuations in hormones before a period are a common cause of sore breasts. In this article, learn more about why breast pain or tenderness often occurs before a period.

Medical News Today: What to know about rectovaginal endometriosis

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 22:00:00

Rectovaginal endometriosis occurs when endometrial tissue grows around the rectum, vagina, and structures between them. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment of rectovaginal endometriosis...

Medical News Today: What to know about HIV false-positives

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 21:00:00

A false-positive HIV test occurs when a test incorrectly indicates that a person has contracted the virus. It can be stressful, and seeking support, taking another test, and learning the reasons...

Medical News Today: 19 natural remedies for a headache

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 20:00:00

Headaches are a common complaint. Fortunately, there are many natural and home remedies a person can use to get relief. Learn about them here.

Medical News Today: What is it like to live with HIV?

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 19:00:00

Despite facing some challenges, people with HIV can now live as long as anyone else and enjoy happy and productive lives. Learn more about living with HIV here.

Medical News Today: New brain circuit that controls anxiety found

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 18:00:00

Using genetically modified mice, scientists have uncovered a brain circuit that regulates anxiety and could be a treatment target for related disorders.

Medical News Today: How our body clocks can make or break our health

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 17:00:00

A fresh discovery offers a more detailed picture of how disrupted body clocks can lead to poor health, exposing us to problems such as diabetes or cancer.

Medical News Today: What are neutrophils and what do they do?

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 13:00:00

Neutrophils are the most common form of white blood cell. They help the body respond to infection and heal damaged tissue. Levels in the blood can rise and fall due to many reasons, including...

Medical News Today: Colorectal cancer: Loss of two genes may drive tumor formation

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 12:00:00

New research shows how the loss of two genes may drive an aggressive form of colorectal cancer. The findings also point to a potential new treatment.

Medical News Today: How can alternative treatments help with HIV?

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 02:00:00

Alternative treatments and natural therapies can complement usual HIV medications to improve a person’s mental and physical health. In this article, we look at the benefits, risks, and possible...

Medical News Today: Chronic venous insufficiency: What to know

Medical News Today | 2018-12-13 00:00:00

Venous insufficiency occurs when the veins are less able to transport blood back to the heart. Most cases of venous insufficiency are chronic. In this article, we look at the types, causes, and...

Medical News Today: LEEP procedure: What to expect

Medical News Today | 2018-12-12 22:00:00

LEEP stands for loop electrosurgical excision procedure. This test can help diagnose and treat cervical cancer. Learn more about its uses and what to expect here.

Medical News Today: What causes patches of dry skin?

Medical News Today | 2018-12-12 21:00:00

Many common issues can cause patches of dry skin, including cold weather, allergies, and certain medical conditions, including eczema and psoriasis. In this article, we look at symptoms,...

Medical News Today: HIV and a dry cough: What to know

Medical News Today | 2018-12-12 20:00:00

A dry cough may be a symptom of HIV during the first few weeks after infection, or it may occur with an HIV complication. Learn about the link between a dry cough and HIV here.

Off-Label Drug Research Generates 'Medical Uncertainty'

Medscape | 2018-12-13 23:58:35

Research that explores/supports off-label use of pregabalin and other medications may be misleading if early promising results are not subsequently validated, investigators suggest in a new review....

Tarnished Cardiac Stem Cell Lab Hit With 13 More Retractions

Medscape | 2018-12-13 22:44:09

The move by the American Heart Association is part of a spate of retractions from major medical journals involving disgraced cardiac stem cell researcher Piero Anversa, MD. Medscape Medical News

FDA Warns Manufacturer Involved in Valsartan Recall

Medscape | 2018-12-13 22:40:03

FDA has notified Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceuticals it is subject to an ongoing investigation and outlines 'serious' manufacturing violations. News Alerts

Why the Reluctance to Use Biosimilar Insulins for Diabetes?

Medscape | 2018-12-13 21:47:35

As the US FDA announces that it will soon be changing the way it approves biosimilar insulins, Medscape examines why these cheaper versions of branded products are not more widely used in diabetes....

Opioids, ACA, and 'My Lane' Stoked Physicians' Interest in 2018

Medscape | 2018-12-13 21:46:14

A Medscape survey indicates what excited, surprised, and frustrated physicians the most this year. Medscape Medical News

Insomnia, Other Sleep Problems Rising in College Students

Medscape | 2018-12-13 21:36:19

Changes in sleep patterns are common among college students. A study in Norway found increases in insomnia and other sleep problems, especially in female students. Medscape Medical News

High Premature Death Rate for Psychogenic Seizures Troubling

Medscape | 2018-12-13 17:35:19

Patients with psychogenic nonepileptic seizures die at a rate similar to those with epilepsy, which is more than double that of the average population. Medscape Medical News

Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Epilepsy Time-Limited?

Medscape | 2018-12-13 17:00:53

Patients with treatment-resistant epilepsy can develop a tolerance to cannabis-based therapy, a finding that may have implications for long-term management, new research suggests. Medscape...

Fasting for Lab Tests Raises Hypoglycemia Risk in Diabetes

Medscape | 2018-12-13 16:11:09

Requiring patients with diabetes to fast before routine lab tests may unnecessarily place them at risk for hypoglycemia and possibly dangerous consequences. Authors call for amendment of...

Longer Breastfeeding Tied to Lower Risk of NAFLD

Medscape | 2018-12-13 21:14:15

Mothers who breastfeed for six months or more may have less fat in their livers and a lower risk of liver disease, a U.S. study suggests. Reuters Health Information

Patients With Lower-Stage Small-Cell Lung Cancer Do Better

Medscape | 2018-12-14 06:11:32

Patients with stage I to II small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) treated with chemoradiotherapy have better outcome than those with stage III disease, according to a secondary analysis of a randomized...

Normal BMI but High Body Fat After Menopause Tied to Higher Breast Cancer Risk

Medscape | 2018-12-13 20:32:44

Postmenopausal women with higher body fat levels may be at increased risk for breast cancer, even if their body mass index (BMI) is normal, researchers say. Reuters Health Information

Physician Mothers Face 'Insidious, Persistent' Discrimination

Medscape | 2018-12-13 00:30:00

In a survey, members of a Facebook group for physicians who are mothers spoke of financial losses and workplace hardships due to discrimination and lack of consideration. Medscape Medical News

Non-children's Hospitals Fall Short on CAP Prescribing

Medscape | 2018-12-13 00:09:44

Most children admitted to non-children's hospitals with community-acquired pneumonia failed to receive antibiotics in accordance with guidelines, a study found. Medscape Medical News

High-Dose Antipsychotics Raise Kids' Risk of Unexpected Death

Medscape | 2018-12-12 23:30:58

Off-label use of high-dose antipsychotics significantly increases the risk of unexpected death in children and youth, new research shows. Medscape Medical News

The Wild West Approach to PICUs

Medpage Today | 2018-12-14 00:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- We need a formalized protocol, says Christopher Johnson, MD

Immunotherapy Combo Flops in Metastatic NSCLC

Medpage Today | 2018-12-14 00:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Durvalumab plus tremelimumab failed to improve survival versus chemotherapy

Red Meat Diet Increases Atherogenic Metabolite (CME/CE)

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 23:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- Dietary interventions, however, can reduce TMAO levels and CV risk, randomized study shows

House Members Wrangle Over Fetal Tissue Research

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 23:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Witnesses disagree over viability of alternatives

Clinical Challenges: Up to Speed on CDK4/6 Inhibitors in Breast Cancer?

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 22:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- Three questions on who should get them, toxicities to watch for, and what's next

Vitamin D Analogue No Help for CV Prevention in Hemodialysis Patients

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 22:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Trial limited to patients without secondary hyperparathyroidism

Tremfya Tops Cosentyx in Head-to-Head Psoriasis Trial

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 21:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- More patients almost clear of plaque at week 48

Getting Patients to Yes to Cardiac Rehab

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 21:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Andrew Perry, MD, interviews Linda Peterson, MD

Lower Stroke Rates Dissipate Earlier for African-American Women (CME/CE)

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 20:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- From ages 65 to 74, black women show same stroke risk as their male counterparts

Anti-TIF1-Ab-Positive Dermatomyositis Linked to Higher Cancer Risk (CME/CE)

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 20:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Testing for anti-transcriptional intermediary factor 1 antibody-positive (anti-TIF1-Ab) in early DM could guide cancer screening.

BNP in Silent Stenosis; Arterial Inflammation; Wireless Clot Passage

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 19:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- Interventional cardiology news to note

Antipsychotics Linked to Greater Risk of Death for Youths

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 19:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Most deaths were unexpected, suggesting side effects but with many limitations

Conjunctivitis Seen in Patients on Dupixent

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 18:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- Effectiveness of agent against atopic dermatitis also makes eyes vulnerable

Immediate Surgery No Help in Metastatic RCC

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 18:00:00

(MedPage Today) -- Limiting nephrectomy to only those who need it may improve survival

'The Boy I Never Knew'; Better Cancer Tests; Cancer Patient's Bigotry

Medpage Today | 2018-12-13 17:30:00

(MedPage Today) -- News, features, and commentary about cancer-related issues