Sharon Smith

Higher levels of Fitbit-recorded physical activity are linked to lower odds of irritable bowel syndrome, whereas greater sedentary time is linked to higher odds of the condition. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/ibs-and-physical-activity-whats-link-2026a1000jqz?src=rss

A prospective study finds that semaglutide initiated 1 month after sleeve gastrectomy is associated with greater weight loss at 1 year than surgery alone. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/early-semaglutide-after-bariatric-surgery-improves-outcomes-2026a1000jkc?src=rss

Dilation of the ureter is linked to an increased risk for urinary tract infections in children with prenatal hydronephrosis. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/dilated-ureter-may-uti-risk-kids-hydronephrosis-2026a1000jk4?src=rss

Condyloma lata in secondary syphilis shows consistent histopathologic findings that may help prevent misdiagnosis. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/secondary-syphilis-condyloma-lata-shows-reliable-histologic-2026a1000jjy?src=rss

Under new billing codes starting in January, maternity care doctors will charge à la carte for visits and services related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. KFF Health News source https://www.medscape.com/s/viewarticle/upcoming-billing-change-could-make-pregnancy-pricier-2026a1000jdo?src=rss

Harrowing scenes are unfolding at health facilities at the epicenter of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. KFF Health News source https://www.medscape.com/s/viewarticle/we-live-fear-congo-doctors-face-ebola-little-protection-2026a1000jdc?src=rss