Increase in ER Visits for Herpes Zoster Seen From 2006 to 2013
There was an increase in the number of emergency department visits and costs for HZ-related ER visits.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Increasing Rates of Breast Cancer Among Asian-American Women
Out of 7 nationality groups studied, only Japanese women did not have an overall increase in the disease.
Acute Ischemic Stroke Rates Increasing in Younger Americans
An increasing prevalence of stroke risk factors were also seen.
Suicide Rates in Rural Areas of United States Steadily Increasing
Hanging-type deaths rose more than gun-related suicides since 1999, CDC says.
NTSV Cesarean Rates Drop with Quality Improvement Initiatives
Over 8 years of intervention, there was a decrease in the rate of nulliparous term singleton vertex cesarean deliveries.
Decline in Dementia Prevalence in the Past Decade
The rates have dropped over the last decade and better education might be one reason why.
Significant Drop in CHD Rates in the United States Since the 1980s
Doctors and public health officials should begin focusing on heart health at even earlier ages.
Rise in Depression Rates in Adolescents, Especially Young Females
The authors suggest that cyberbullying and social media use may be possible causes.
Prevalence of Current Immunosuppression Among US Population Estimated
The prevalence of immunosuppression ranged from 1.8 to 3.1% and were highest among women, whites and those aged 50 to 59 years.
STD Rates at Record High in United States in 2015
The CDC suggests that more prevention efforts are needed in order to keep STD cases low.
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