A case-control study in MSM showed that reduced hygiene and use of crystal methamphetamine were associated with community-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection. Medscape Medical News
A study shows that NicVAX antibodies prevent nicotine from reaching the brain, interrupting drug reinforcement and resulting in smoking cessation. Medscape Medical News
Results of a pilot study suggest major depression may be prevented in patients with head and neck cancers by prophylactic use of an antidepressant. Medscape Medical News
The prognosis for patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma and advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors has improved with targeted therapies, but challenges remain as far as outcomes, patient compliance, and defining the most optimal strategies. Medscape Medical News
