Prior antibiotic exposure and use of acid suppressing medications known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may increase the risk for…
Hurricane Maria had a significant impact on HIV care outcomes
Hurricane Maria in San Juan, Puerto Rico had a significant impact on HIV outcomes among people living with HIV and…
Growing evidence: Water as a potential treatment for inherited cause of kidney failure
People with polycystic kidney disease (PKD) could benefit from a moderate increase in water intake, according to new research.
E-cigarettes linked to heart attacks, coronary artery disease and depression
Concerns about the addictive nature of e-cigarettes — now used by an estimated 1 out of 20 Americans — may…
Scientists teach machines to predict recovery time from sports-related concussions
Deciding when an athlete can return to the game after a head injury makes managing the treatment of sports-related concussions…
Forgotten fathers: New dads also at risk for postpartum depression
A new study offers an in-depth view of new fathers’ experiences with postpartum depression (PPD). The study explores issues they…
Getting a flu shot while hospitalized lowers the chance of a heart attack
There’s now another reason to get your yearly flu shot. Not only can it protect you from the body aches,…
A nap a day keeps high blood pressure at bay
It seems that napping may do more than just reboot our energy level and improve our mood. New research has…
Heart attacks increasingly common in young adults
Even though fewer heart attacks are occurring in the US — in large part due to the use of medications…
Moderate alcohol consumption linked with high blood pressure
A study of more than 17,000 US adults shows that moderate alcohol consumption — seven to 13 drinks per week…