Medicine

Second-Generation Antiandrogens Up Risk for Cognitive, Functional Toxic Effects

The increasing number of indications for second-generation antiandrogens may result in a large group of men at risk for toxic effects, according to investigators.

Bariatric-Metabolic Surgery More Effective Than Lifestyle Change for NASH

Researchers compared the effects of a bariatric-metabolic surgical procedure vs lifestyle interventions for treating NASH.

Proactive Efforts Needed to Ease Work Overload, Burnout in Health Care

In a recently published study, the prevalence of burnout ranged from 45.6% in non-clinical staff to 56.0% in nurses.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Counseling Shows Benefits for Patients With Thalassemia

Researchers sought to determine whether mindfulness-based stress reduction counseling would be helpful for patients with thalassemia.

Chronic Pain and Opioid Use Disorder Increase Suicide Risk

Researchers evaluated the suicide risk for patients with chronic non-cancer pain and a co-occurring opioid use disorder.

Medicaid Expansion Tied to Decrease in Distant Stage Cancer Diagnoses and Deaths

Medicaid expansion was associated with a decrease in the incidence of distant stage cancer and cancer death, according to new research.

ADHD and Short Stature: Evaluating the Link

Researchers from Sweden compared the height of men with and without ADHD before and after ADHD medication availability.

Intradiscal Injection of Condoliase Looks Promising for Lumbar Herniation

SI-6603 is administered via a single, direct intradiscal injection.

Novel Tibial Neurostimulator May Ease Overactive Bladder

The implant is wirelessly powered and modulated by an external wearable ankle unit.

Concerns Over Nonmedical Use of Prescription Stimulants Prompts Labeling Updates

Health care providers are being advised to counsel patients not to share their medications.

Association Between Opioid Prescribing and US Suicide Trends

A retrospective study of several US national databases evaluated the association between regional reductions in opioid prescribing with a reduction in total suicide deaths and opioid-specific suicide overdose deaths.

Vaping Associated With Worsening of Pulmonary and Cardiovascular Health

A clinical trial assessed cardiovascular and pulmonary responses in those who vaped or smoked cigarettes vs those who did not via a 15-minute product-use challenge.

Hidden Drugs Found in 3 Supplements Promoted for Joint Pain, Arthritis

Fast-Act Rheuma Capsule, New Fast-Act Rheumatism Capsule, and UA-Block contain active hidden drug ingredients not listed on the product label.

Women More Frequently Report Pain, Higher Pain Scores Compared With Men

Researchers investigated pain experiences among women with noncommunicable diseases across different regions and age groups.

Diagnostic Accuracy of Self-Sampling Plus Digital Innovations for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea

Researchers assessed the diagnostic accuracy and feasibility of self-sampling combined with digital innovations for identifying chlamydia and gonorrhea infections.

Varenicline May Improve Smoking Cessation Rates Among Patients With MDD

A placebo-controlled study of smokers with MDD evaluated varenicline with vs without behavioral interventions for smoking cessation.

Acetaminophen Use Linked to Adverse Outcomes in Acute Hepatitis A

Using a nationwide and hospital-based cohort, researchers analyzed the effects of acetaminophen treatment in patients with hepatitis A.

Uric Acid Thresholds That Predict Risk of Kidney Failure, Death Identified

The relationship between current serum uric acid levels and death followed a U-shape.

Did Hospitals Violate EMTALA by Failing to Provide Abortion Care?

CMS investigates 2 hospitals for EMTALA violations related to abortion care for a pregnancy-related emergency.

Statin Use Does Not Affect Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness

Researchers assessed whether influenza vaccine effectiveness was affected by statin use, and whether statin use was associated with influenza infection.