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Obesity in Adolescents – A Review

Importance  Obesity affects approximately 21% of US adolescents and is associated with insulin resistance, hypertension, dyslipidemia, sleep disorders, depression, and musculoskeletal problems. Obesity during adolescence has also been associated with an increased risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease and type 2…

Vaping in Youth

This JAMA Insights reviews the health effects of vaping among youth in the US and current recommendations for screening and treatment.

E-Cigarette Use in Adults

This JAMA Insights explores the adverse effects and health outcomes of e-cigarettes vs combusted cigarettes and the effectiveness of using e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid among US adults.

Contemporary Management of Acute Myeloid Leukemia – A Review

Importance  Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a clonal hematopoietic cancer that disrupts normal hematopoiesis, ultimately leading to bone marrow failure and death. The annual incidence rate of AML is 4.1 per 100 000 people in the US and is higher in…