Rethinking Vitamin D and Sun Exposure Guidelines
From scientific studies to niche-market magazines, supplements are in the spotlight.
All articles by Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC
Menstruation and Migraine: Can We End the Cycle?
Researchers found that lower levels of estrogen during menstruation cause women to be more vulnerable to migraines than men.
Common Interferences in Thyroid Immunoassays
Despite the benefits of using immunoassays in clinical laboratories, various types of interference can lead to inaccurate results that cloud clinical decision-making.
Managing Bisphosphonate Drug Holidays in Patients With Osteoporosis
Ongoing treatment with bisphosphonate therapy may not be needed to prevent future fractures in certain patients due to the sustained effect of the drug.
Web-Based Treatments for Depression in HIV-Infected Individuals
Depression is a common comorbidity in people living with HIV, with lifetime prevalence estimates ranging from 22% to 61%.
Thirdhand Smoke: A New Concept Rising From Old Residue
The concept of thirdhand smoke was originally introduced in 1953, when rodent studies first demonstrated the carcinogenic effects of the residue from tobacco smoke.
Critical Illness and the Brain: Managing Risk for Cognitive Adverse Effects
The results highlight the importance of evaluating and monitoring cognitive function in individuals with recent critical illness or major infections, especially if they are already at risk for dementia.
New Diagnostic Criteria for Neurosarcoidosis: What You Need to Know
The new guidelines will facilitate the design and development of clinical trials to test new therapies to minimize the burden of neurologic disability produced by neurosarcoidosis.
Universal vs Risk-Based Screening in Pregnancy: An Expert Weighs In
There is a lack of consensus among experts and professional organizations whether HCV screening in pregnant women should be risk based or universal.
Probiotics, Depression, and the Role of Inflammation
Researchers examined evidence suggesting that probiotics may exert antidepressant effects via anti-inflammatory mechanisms.
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