Importance Although betamethasone reduces complications of prematurity, it can cause maternal hyperglycemia and neonatal hypoglycemia. Metformin effectively treats maternal hyperglycemia and has been shown to decrease neonatal hypoglycemia in women with gestational diabetes. Objective To evaluate the impact of metformin…
This interactive learning activity provides health care professionals with an overview of evidence-based infection control principles, responsibilities, and practices to ensure the safety of both patients and health care professionals. Learners will explore key regulations, professional standards, and best practices…
This interactive learning activity provides health care professionals with an overview of evidence-based infection control principles, responsibilities, and practices to ensure the safety of both patients and health care professionals. Learners will explore key regulations, professional standards, and best practices…
Importance The association of bariatric surgery and newer glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs; semaglutide and tirzepatide) with body composition still lack evidence from clinical settings. Objective To examine temporal changes in fat-free mass (FFM), fat mass (FM), and FFM to…
Importance With the approval of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) for pediatric obesity, families are increasingly considering pharmaceutical treatment alongside lifestyle optimization for their children, although how caregivers will make these decisions remains unexplored. This is especially important in…
Importance Anecdotal accounts suggest an increase in problems initiating buprenorphine (BUP) treatment among individuals using illicitly manufactured fentanyl. Limited empirical data illuminate these challenges. Objective To determine the prevalence of clinician-reported problems initiating BUP treatment among patients using fentanyl and…
Importance Stress and its psychiatric consequences—including depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—are pertinent to women’s cardiovascular health, but research on intersections with relevant sex-specific factors (eg, hormonal contraceptives) is lacking. Objective To examine whether stress-related psychiatric diagnoses moderate associations…
Importance Antihypertensive medications that stimulate angiotensin II type 2 or 4 receptors (angiotensin II–stimulating medications) may be associated with lower risk of dementia. Objective To examine associations between cumulative exposure to angiotensin II–stimulating vs angiotensin II–inhibiting antihypertensive medications and neuropathology,…
Importance As endometrial cancer (EC) incidence rises, particularly among individuals with obesity and metabolic disorders, effective strategies targeting hormonal and metabolic risks are needed. Objective To evaluate EC risk in patients with endometrial hyperplasia (EH) or benign uterine pathology treated…
This cross-sectional study investigates the prevalence of overweight, obesity, and severe obesity among US youths aged 0 to 19 years in 2024.
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