LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Diabetes is a strong predictor of acute organ failure and early death for obese or non-obese patients alike, eclipsing even obesity without diabetes, researchers here reported. More »
The continuation of the epidemic of childhood obesity and overweight has major implications and consequences for future research in psychopathology. More »
BOSTON -- The increase of obesity in the U.S. has doubled the number of poor-quality radiology reports, labeled "limited by body habitus," over 15 years, researchers reported. More »
Clinicians should pay more attention to the debilitating symptoms of adolescent fatigue, say commentators responding to a survey that shows prolonged fatigue may indicate severe depression or anxiety.
Primary Care Can't Thrive Without Nurse Practitioners Courtney H. Lyder, ND, May 17, 2013 With a projected shortfall of primary-care physicians, it's time for alternate solutions to patient care. Nurse practitioners are one logical remedy.