Participation in Substance Abuse Treatment Reduces Stimulant Use, Risky Sexual Behavior among Male HIV Patients
Men who are HIV-positive and enrolled in substance use treatment programs report reduced sexual risky behavior and stimulant use.
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Work Productivity Influenced by Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis patients' work productivity is affected by the disease, according to research published in Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology.
New Link Between Depression and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
A hormone known as IGF-1 may serve as the link between depression and memory loss in older adults.
Alcohol Brand Names in Music Lyrics Tied to Binge Drinking in Adolescents
Recalling alcohol brand names mentioned in song lyrics is associated with adolescent alcohol consumption, according to research published in Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research.
Preschool-Onset Depression Linked to Future Major Depressive Disorder
Depression in preschoolers can lead to depression later in childhood, according to research published in the American Journal of Psychiatry.
H1N1 Survival Increases with Inhibited Molecule
The survival rate of mice infected with lethal amounts of H1N1 virus increased after a molecule was blocked, according to research published in Immunity.
Medicines Regulator to Review Cardiovascular Risks of Testosterone Treatment
The European Medicines Agency has announced it will evaluate all medications containing testosterone for cardiovascular risk.
Depression Prevalent Among Young Fathers
Young fathers are at risk of developing depression during their children's formative years, a study published in Pediatrics concluded.
FDA Approves New Diabetes Diagnostic Tool
A tool for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes has received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration.
IBS Plays Minor Role in Overall Patient Health
IBS symptoms play a minor role, according to a study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology, which asked patients to rate their overall health.
Chronic Kidney Disease Prevalent Among Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Rheumatoid arthritis patients have a 1-in-4 chance of developing chronic kidney disease, according to research published in the American Journal of Kidney Disease.
HIV Antibodies Respond to Vaccine
A recently-discovered subclass of HIV antibodies responds to a combination of vaccines, according to research published in Science Translational Medicine.
Studies Identify Biomarker for Infant Lung Infection
A biomarker for a common infantile infection, respiratory syncytial virus, has been identified in lab studies, according to research published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.
Smoking May Dull Taste Perception in Obese Women
Obese women who smoke may not be able to fully perceive creaminess and sweetness, according to a study published in Obesity.
Hypogonadism Highly Prevalent among Men with Type 2 Diabetes
Study results show that more than one-third of men with diabetes have low serum testosterone levels, and that risk of low testosterone increases with age.
Sons of Men Who Smoke at Young Age Have Higher BMIs
Men who began smoking before age 11 are more likely to have sons with higher BMIs than sons of men who never smoke, according to research in the European Journal of Human Genetics.
Baclofen Can Cut Cocaine Cravings
The use of baclofen, typically used for spasms in spinal cord injury patients, can significantly reduce craving triggers for cocaine-addicted patients.
Monthly Injectable Drug Reduces Psychiatric Hospitalization for Schizophrenia
A once-monthly injectable treatment significantly reduces psychiatric hospitalization for schizophrenia compared to daily oral antipsychotics.
More Blood Transfusions Linked to Increased Infections
More frequent blood transfusions can lead to higher rates of costly hospital infections, according to research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Hepatitis C Virus Combination Antiviral Drug Moving to Phase 3 Trial
Janssen will test the combination simeprevir 150 mg and sofosbuvir 400 mg in approximately 400 hepatitis c treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced patients.
Meningitis B Vaccine Granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation
The FDA has granted Bexsero, a meningococcal group B vaccine, breakthrough therapy status.
High Blood Pressure in Atrial Fibrillation Increases Risk of Stroke
In atrial fibrillation patients, high blood pressure is associated with increased risk of stroke, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology meeting in Washington, DC in March.
Accounting for Age Rules Out Pulmonary Embolism in Elderly Patients
Considering a patient's age in an abnormal pulmonary embolism test result can lead to fewer misdiagnoses in healthy individuals.
Brain Enzyme Targeted by Epilepsy Medication Contributes to Sleep Loss
Research in fruit flies shows an enzyme commonly targeted by epilepsy medications contributes to sleep loss, according to research published in Molecular Psychiatry.
Non-Invasive Colorectal Cancer Screening Test Approved by FDA Panel
Preliminary FDA advisory panel recommends approval of a stool DNA-based colorectal cancer screening test based on favorable study results.
Upper Leg Stent Approved by FDA for Peripheral Artery Disease
The FDA recently approved the Supera peripheral stent system to treat blocked blood vessels in the upper leg caused by peripheral artery disease.
Novel Therapeutic Target for Rare Lung Disease Discovered
Inhibiting an enzyme called Src kinase may be a potential new treatment for a rare lung disease known as lymphangioleiomyomatosis.
Increasing Patient Knowledge Can Improve Diabetes Medication Adherence
Medication adherence can be improved with increased patient knowledge, according to a study published in Diabetes Care.
FDA Announces Worldwide Recall of Left Ventricular Assist System Controller
Thoratec is initiating a worldwide recall of their HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System.
Contrary to Marketing Claims, E-Cigarettes Do Not Aid in Smoking Cessation
The use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) is not associated with greater rates of smoking cessation or reduced cigarette consumption after 1 year.