The real question now is not whether young physicians should have a voice in politics, but just how loud it will become […]
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Preventing and treating diabetes in women of childbearing age could reduce heart disease risk in the next generation
Yongfu Yu, Guoyou Qin, and Jiong Li Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. [1] Despite remarkable achievements in prevention and treatment, the prevalence of […]
Yaguang Wei: The dangers of air pollution for human health
Fine particulate matter—also called PM2.5—is one of the most dangerous air pollutants. PM2.5 is composed of tiny solids and liquids floating in the air, and comes from a variety of […]
A sound theoretical mechanism and clinical indication are not enough—the case of Platelet Rich Plasma for Achilles tendon ruptures
A global industry has grown around using platelet rich plasma (PRP) in sports medicine. Its appeal has been heightened by use in high profile athletes. PRP has evolved over millennia. […]
Treat dizziness and vertigo with vestibular rehabilitation
As GPs, we frequently encounter patients with vestibular symptoms such as dizziness and vertigo. Most patients do not require referral, diagnosis is primarily based on medical history and physical examination, […]
Fostering academic-retail partnerships to evaluate nutrition policies
Joshua Petimar and Jason P. Block Most nutrition policies that are enacted to enhance diet quality (e.g. nutrition labelling, or beverage taxes) aim to change consumer behaviour in the food […]
Using routinely recorded national data to improve care for the most preterm babies
We both work in the field of neonatology and as such, have spent many hours moving preterm and sick babies in the back of ambulances. Looking after fragile and often […]
The timing of excess weight gain in our lifecycle matters
The young adulthood to midlife transition period is an important new target for obesity prevention, says An Pan […]
Routine third trimester ultrasonography: Avoiding “too much too soon”
Jens Henrichs, Viki Verfaille, Arie Franx, and Ank de Jonge Fetal growth restriction is a risk factor for perinatal mortality and morbidity, and adult disease. [1] Small-for-gestational age (SGA) is […]
Assisted reproduction and risk of prostate cancer for men
For many people having children is an important aspect of life. Yet as many as 15-20% of all couples struggle to conceive naturally. One of the solutions available for couples […]