National Kidney Month and World Kidney Day
Did you know that March is National Kidney Month?
Neither did I.
Ninth Leading Cause of Death – United States
Medical News
Cut Calories – Lose Weight (again)
For fans who enjoy reading the entire article here is a link to the original NEJM article referenced in an earlier post.
New Risk Factor for DM2
The full text article is available only to subscribers but clicking this link will bring up the abstract.
Work Longer Hours – Increase Your Dementia Risk
BBC NEWS | Health | Long hours link to dementia risk
My wife tells me I don’t have to worry about this. Interesting study but of little underwriting significance at this time.
Cut Calories – Lose Weight!
Raptiva Linked to PML
FDA MedWatch – 2009 Safety Alerts for Human Medical Products
Raptiva (efalizumab) Update.
There have been three confirmed, and one possible report of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare brain infection, linked to the use of this psoriasis drug. Underwriters are advised to watch for any indications of cerebral dysfunction in applicants taking Raptiva.
Gender Difference in Stroke Risk Post TIA
Note the guys in this study were younger than the women, but were more likely to have established CVD.
Two Monkeys Dead From Yellow Fever in Trinidad
Yellow Fever Recommendations for Trinidad and Tobago | CDC Travelers’ Health
Can you ask for a yellow fever vaccination as part of your delivery requirements?
To Michael Phelps – Read This
Watch, Listen, Learn – TR Review
Tricuspid Regurgitation Review
This video news report is a bit longer than others in the series, but is worth your time and attention.
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