NSAID Use and Myocardial Infarctions — A Deadly Pain Reliever?
As physicians, it may be more prudent to recommend physical therapy for pain relief whenever possible and to suggest exploring alternative therapeutic modalities.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Risks and Benefits of PSA Testing Oftentimes Not Discussed Beforehand
Men with lower incomes, education, and no insurance were less likely to receive pretest counseling.
Higher Diabetes Mellitus Prevalence in HIV-Infected Adults
There was an increased prevalence in HIV-infected subgroups, including women, those aged 20 to 44 and non-obese.
Benefits and Harm of Cannabis and Cannabinoid Use
Marijuana use can ease chronic pain, chemo-related nausea and muscle spasms in MS, but researchers cite the risks, too.
Higher Risk of Triple-Negative Breast CA in African-American Women
There is an increased risk of TNBC among African-American women with prior diagnosis of benign breast disease.
Testosterone Therapy Associated with Higher Risk of VTE
The risk peaks in the first 6 months of hormone treatment, but the overall odds are low.
Ischemic Stroke Risk Associated with High Doses of Protein Pump Inhibitors
Researchers expressed ischemic stroke concerns with high doses of PPIs, especially esomeprazole and omeprazole.
Pregnancy in Younger Women Associated With Increased Risk of Stroke
Study shows that for women ages 12 to 24, pregnancy is linked to more than double the risk of stroke.
Vegetarian Diets Not Associated With Lower Risk of CVD
This study has found no significant difference in 10-year cardiovascular risk among vegetarians, but still have other health benefits.
Higher Risk of Death From Heart Attack and Stroke From Spinal Arthritis
New research from Toronto Western Hospitals Spodyloarthritis Program reveals people with a type of spinal arthritis called ankylosing spondylitis (AS) have a higher risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke than the general population.
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