Certain infections can trigger worsening of atopic dermatitis (AD). Further, an increased risk of extra-cutaneous infections has been suggested among children with AD, but data are sparse.To examine whether hospital …
Retinal Changes Linked to Cognitive Function in T1DM Patients
Structural and vascular changes detected on noninvasive retinal imaging tied to performance on tests of cognitive function
Continuing Blood Pressure Meds Safe for Those With COVID-19
No difference in outcomes seen among hospitalized COVID-19 patients continuing, discontinuing renin-angiotensin system inhibitors
In Utero Exposures May Up Thyroid Cancer Risk in Offspring
Maternal benign thyroid conditions strongly associated with increased thyroid cancer risk in offspring
BinaxNOW Rapid Antigen Test Has Lower Sensitivity Than RT-PCR
Sensitivity 64.2 and 35.8 percent for specimens from symptomatic and asymptomatic persons, with near 100 percent specificity
Rates of Suicide, Suicide Attempts Up for Individuals With Autism
More than 90 percent of those with ASD with suicide attempt, suicide had another comorbid condition
Tool Can Predict Chemo Toxicity for Seniors With Breast Cancer
Score has been developed and validated that includes eight independent predictors of grade 3 to 5 chemotherapy toxicity
Nearly One in Four Doctors Report Harassment on Social Media
No gender difference seen in personal attacks; women significantly more likely to report online sexual harassment
Rachel Levine Nominated as U.S. Assistant Health Secretary
Levine is secretary of health for Pennsylvania and is currently leading the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Age-Appropriate Cancer Screening: A Cohort Study of Adults with Psoriasis Prescribed Biologics, Adults in the General Population, and Adults with Hypertension.
Psoriasis is associated with increased risk of developing and dying from cancer.To evaluate whether psoriasis patients prescribed biologics receive the recommended screening for cervical, breast, and colon cancer.We conducted a …