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Obesity and Cancer – A Translational Science Review

Importance  Obesity is associated with increased risk of cancer, including endometrial, esophageal, gastric, kidney, colorectal, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, prostate, postmenopausal breast, ovarian, and thyroid cancers. Overweight and obesity account for approximately 10% of new cancer diagnoses annually in the US and…

A Decision-Support System to Personalize Antidepressant Treatment in Major Depressive Disorder – A Randomized Clinical Trial

Importance  Antidepressants for moderate to severe major depressive disorder may be discontinued prematurely because the prescribed antidepressant is not always the most appropriate medication for an individual. Guidelines have recommended more precise targeting of antidepressant treatment. Objective  To evaluate the efficacy of…

Using Numerical Comparisons to Help Patients Make Choices

This JAMA Insights explores how using numerical comparisons during patient-clinician encounters can help patients better understand their clinical situation and inform their decision-making.

Chronic, Noninfectious Diarrhea – A Review

Importance  Chronic diarrhea is defined as loose or watery stools lasting longer than 4 weeks and affects approximately 6% to 7% of adults in the US. More than 90% of patients with chronic diarrhea have a noninfectious etiology. Observations  The most common…

Fertility Preservation in People With Cancer

This JAMA Clinical Guidelines Synopsis summarizes the American Society of Clinical Oncologyís 2025 updated recommendations on fertility preservation in people with cancer.

Heat and Pregnancy

This JAMA Insights discusses current evidence about risks to the health of pregnant individuals from ambient heat (hot weather, high indoor temperatures, and occupational exposures) and how these risks can be managed.

Worldwide Radiation Dose in Coronary Artery Disease Diagnostic Imaging

Importance  In recent decades, there has been marked worldwide growth in diagnostic testing for coronary artery disease (CAD), with several common imaging modalities exposing patients to ionizing radiation. Objective  To examine worldwide radiation doses for patients undergoing noninvasive CAD diagnostic testing. Design,…

Does This Patient Have Volume Overload? – The Rational Clinical Examination

Importance  Accurate assessment of intravascular volume facilitates management decisions about fluid management in patients with volume overload. Objective  To identify the most accurate clinical examination, radiographic, and laboratory findings for assessing volume overload in nonintubated patients. Data Sources and Study Selection  MEDLINE was…

HIV During Pregnancy and Infant Feeding

This JAMA Insights discusses evidence-based updates to guidelines surrounding taking antiretroviral drugs during pregnancy and infant feeding for individuals with HIV.