Sharon Smith

A new term is intended to limit negative connotations, but some experts consider it imprecise and difficult to interpret. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/will-changing-term-obesity-reduce-stigma-2024a10008dq?src=rss

A randomized study published in 2022 showed the vaccine's efficacy in preventing urinary tract infections over 9 months. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/vaccine-development-against-uti-2024a10008ed?src=rss

Irrespective of age, duration of disease, and other factors, people with rheumatoid arthritis have a consistently higher risk for venous thromboembolism than the general population. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/reasons-heightened-thrombotic-risk-rheumatoid-arthritis-2024a10008cd?src=rss

These five advanced technologies are already a reality for many doctors and could hit your office in the next few years. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/this-tech-will-change-your-practice-sooner-than-you-think-2024a10008bm?src=rss

A decision on approval is expected in the fourth quarter of 2024. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/tapinarof-cream-treating-adult-pediatric-atopic-dermatitis-2024a10008bl?src=rss

The incidence of distant- and regional-stage colorectal cancer (CRC) has been increasing in individuals aged 46-49 years, a cross-sectional study of stage-stratified CRC found. MDedge News source https://www.medscape.com/s/viewarticle/rising-late-stage-crc-incidence-rates-support-screening-age-2024a10008bk?src=rss

Healthcare professionals should be aware of the possibility of stigmatization and bullying when assessing the social and mental health of children and adolescents with chronic skin disorders. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/children-chronic-skin-disorders-face-substantial-stigma-2024a100088o?src=rss