Young men can achieve excellent 5-year biochemical control rates after prostate brachytherapy, researchers say, and this alternative to surgery should be offered. Medscape Medical News
Cardiovascular health falls off faster for adults lacking health insurance compared with those with coverage, but the gap narrows once Medicare kicks in, suggest data from a nationally representative cohort. Heartwire
Genetic inheritance and early traumatic life events contribute to the development of MDD and PTSD in adults. Emerging data indicates that specific genes may be used to identify individuals at risk. Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health
Why should influenza immunization of low-risk populations be considered? A successful university health campaign underscores the impact to public health. Medscape Infectious Diseases