Scientists reported this week new evidence that low levels of bisphenol A (BPA) prevent synapse formation in the brains of primates, extending the findings of previous research conducted in rodents. Reuters Health Information
In young, overweight men, untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) alters the cardiovascular response during recovery from maximal exercise, suggesting impaired autonomic regulation, new study findings suggest. Reuters Health Information
Adherence rates to colorectal screening was shown to be very low among first-degree relatives of patients with the disease, even though they face a higher risk than the general population. Medscape Medical News
A cocaine vaccine and disulfiram show promise for treating cocaine dependence, according to a keynote address at the AAAP meeting. Medscape Medical News
In this study, the impact of livestock production on greenhouse gas emissions is discussed and practical recommendations for changes that will improve individual and public health are included. Medscape Medical News
The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation has issued clinical practice guidelines for managing cerumen (earwax) impaction. Medscape Medical News