Recommendations are presented for the prevention and management of pediatric atopic dermatitis (AD) in two guidelines issued by the American Academy of Dermatology and published online April 7 in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Robert…
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GLP-1 medications may not always be effective for everyone. New research suggests that around 10% of people carry genetic variations that explain why. A new review suggests that certain combination approaches for obesity pharmacotherapy may be effective when…
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A recent study revealed that chemicals found in some household items and everyday clothing may hinder the development of fetal facial features and cause birth defects. A study published in the journal Chemical Research in Toxicology revealed that even small…
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A twice-yearly injection could revolutionize blood pressure treatment by delivering sustained, powerful results with minimal effort. A new clinical trial led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London suggests that a single injection given every six months…
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An invisible radioactive gas could be increasing women’s risk for ovarian cancer, a new study says. Women living in homes with elevated radon levels have higher odds of developing ovarian cancer, researchers reported April 10 in JAMA Network Open. “The…
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Doctors might be using the wrong blood test to assess a person’s risk for clogged arteries, a new study argues. A routine blood test called apolipoprotein B, or apoB, is better at guiding cholesterol-lowering treatment than other tests that health care professionals…
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