Analysis of NHANES data between 2013-2020 found statin use low across racial/ethnic groups and significantly lower among Black and Hispanic participants.

Drug-resistant cases of Candida auris continue to spread across the US after an alarming 95% rise in cases of the fungal infection in 2021.

Studies on supervised exercise training in patients with chronic, stable HFpEF suggest substantial improvements in exercise capacity and QoL that may surpass those seen with medication.

Which of the 3 nonopioid analgesics most commonly used to treat acute LBP is/are most effective? A new systematic literature review offers 1 view of the data.

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Constipation, bloating, and abdominal pain worsening over 1 week bring a woman in her mid-70s to the ED. Labs are normal. What do you see on the CT scan?

Authors of new study say results underscore need for effective strategies to optimize metabolic status and prevent obesity-related complications among persons with obesity.

Women whose menstrual cycle varied in frequency had a significant 24% greater risk of a composite cardiovascular event during a 26-year follow-up, a new study reports.

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Sanofi is the third key insulin maker to announce reductions in the cost of its products, joining other giants Eli Lilly and Co and Novo Nordisk.

Kevin Carneiro, DO, sports medicine specialist and medical director of the UNC Center for the Study of Retired Athletes, looks at the evolution of the specialty and its objectives.

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The 5-in-1 vaccine candidate, if approved, would provide the broadest meningococcal serogroup coverage and simplify the vaccination schedule.

How many high school students report current alcohol use? Are boys more likely than girls to use marijuana? Answers and more in our 5-question quiz.

The announcement follows by 2 weeks a similar plan from Eli Lilly to reduce patient costs as the Biden administration touts effects of new laws on drug prices.

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Young children using a hybrid closed-loop insulin delivery system spent 12% more time within their target blood glucose range than those who received standard care, according to new research.

Fezolinetant, a nonhormonal selective neurokinin-3 receptor antagonist, significantly reduced frequency and severity of menopause-related VMS in a pivotal phase 3 trial.

Kevin Carneiro, DO, a sports medicine specialist and medical director of the UNC Center for the Study of Retired Athletes, details the broad scope of the specialty and his practice.

Shorter office visit length increased risk for inappropriate antibiotic prescribing, coprescribing of opioids and benzodiazepines, and potentially harmful prescriptions for seniors.