FDA improves access to hearing aids
On Dec. 7, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a guidance document stating it does not intend to enforce the requirement that individuals…
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Effect of antihypertensives on hip and pelvic fracture risk
Thiazide diuretics used to treat hypertension may be associated with lower risk of hip and pelvic fractures compared with lisinopril or amlodipine, according to…
Few studies consider sex and gender when analyzing and reporting research results
The authors of a Viewpoint article in JAMA say that only a minority of medical studies take sex and gender into account when analyzing…
Steroid injection better than gentamicin for treating Meniere’s disease
A study published in The Lancet reports that injections of methylprednisolone through the eardrum is as effective as gentamicin injections, but result in greater…
Capsule that significantly extends drug release may help eradicate malaria
Researchers have developed an ultra long-lasting drug delivery system in the form of a capsule to deliver an anti-malaria drug, which could help eradicate…
E-cigarettes may be harmful for teens
Adolescent e-cigarette users have increased rates of chronic bronchitis symptoms, according to a study in American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. Read…
FDA approves new treatment for advanced soft tissue sarcoma
On Oct. 19, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Lartruvo (olaratumab) with doxorubicin to treat adults with certain types of soft tissue sarcoma.…
BONES: A postoperative plan of care and education program for total joint replacement patients
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 719,000 total knee replacement and 332,000 total hip replacement procedures were performed on inpatients…
FDA grants to stimulate product development for rare diseases
On Oct. 17, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it has awarded more than $23 million in research grants over the next…
Role of sleep abnormality in schizophrenia
A sleep abnormality likely plays an important role in schizophrenia, according to an article in Biological Psychiatry. Read more and access the study abstract.
150 minutes of brisk exercise can reduce risk of diabetes
Walking briskly or cycling for the recommended 150 minutes a week can reduce a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to…
American Nurse Today: Education Guide
Education is a valuable tool for advancing your nursing career. This special guide explains how to choose the right educational option for you, how to…
FDA improves access to hearing aids
On Dec. 7, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a guidance document stating it does not intend to enforce the requirement…
Effect of antihypertensives on hip and pelvic fracture risk
Thiazide diuretics used to treat hypertension may be associated with lower risk of hip and pelvic fractures compared with lisinopril or amlodipine,…
Few studies consider sex and gender when analyzing and reporting research results
The authors of a Viewpoint article in JAMA say that only a minority of medical studies take sex and gender into account…
Steroid injection better than gentamicin for treating Meniere’s disease
A study published in The Lancet reports that injections of methylprednisolone through the eardrum is as effective as gentamicin injections, but result…
Capsule that significantly extends drug release may help eradicate malaria
Researchers have developed an ultra long-lasting drug delivery system in the form of a capsule to deliver an anti-malaria drug, which could…
E-cigarettes may be harmful for teens
Adolescent e-cigarette users have increased rates of chronic bronchitis symptoms, according to a study in American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care…
FDA approves new treatment for advanced soft tissue sarcoma
On Oct. 19, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Lartruvo (olaratumab) with doxorubicin to treat adults with certain types of soft…
BONES: A postoperative plan of care and education program for total joint replacement patients
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 719,000 total knee replacement and 332,000 total hip replacement procedures were performed…
FDA grants to stimulate product development for rare diseases
On Oct. 17, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it has awarded more than $23 million in research grants over…
Role of sleep abnormality in schizophrenia
A sleep abnormality likely plays an important role in schizophrenia, according to an article in Biological Psychiatry. Read more and access the study…
150 minutes of brisk exercise can reduce risk of diabetes
Walking briskly or cycling for the recommended 150 minutes a week can reduce a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes by…
American Nurse Today: Education Guide
Education is a valuable tool for advancing your nursing career. This special guide explains how to choose the right educational option for you,…