"Burosumab treatment normalized ALP serum levels in about 80% of both pediatric and adolescent cohorts, suggesting a substantial improvement of rickets in these patients," report authors of comprehensive new evidence-based recommendations for X-linked hypophosphatemia management.
NIH director, Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli, is stepping down after launching major initiatives in women's health and long COVID research, indicating optimism for their continuation under new leadership.
"Screening in higher-risk women 65 years or older was associated with a small absolute risk reduction in hip and major fractures compared with usual care."
Omega-3 supplementation has shown potential in reducing inflammation and improving symptoms in osteoarthritis, though further research is needed to confirm its efficacy.
A recent study found that current magnetic resonance imaging definitions of knee osteoarthritis may not reliably predict the onset of symptomatic or radiographic knee OA over an 11-year follow-up.
A new study exposes the alarming levels of medical and educational debt burdening U.S. health care workers, with debt disproportionately affecting women, Black workers, and those in lower-paying fields.
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open reveals gender differences in electronic health record (EHR) usage among surgeons, with female surgeons writing significantly longer progress notes than their male counterparts.