Archive: 17/11/2016
Study examines vulnerability of gonorrhea to older antibiotic drug
A new clinical research study seeks to determine whether a rapid molecular diagnostic test can reliably identify gonorrhea infections that may be successfully treated with a single dose of an older antibiotic, ciprofloxacin. ...
Nov 17, 2016
Fear of gaining weight may influence contraception choices
Concerns about weight gain may be driving contraception choices, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers. Women who are overweight or obese are less likely than women who are not overweight or obese to use ...
Nov 17, 2016
Low blood glucose levels in hospitalized patients linked to increased mortality risk
In hospitalized patients, low blood sugar—also known as hypoglycemia—is associated with increased short- and long-term mortality risk, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical ...
Nov 17, 2016
Menopausal hormone therapy improves bone health
Women who undergo hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes can not only increase bone mass, but also can improve bone structure, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of ...
Nov 17, 2016