Healio Minute Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2013 Edition: Autism risk shared by siblings, Tour confers longer life to cyclists, meat and fats again the culprit

What just happened in medicine and why do you care?

Risk of autism spectrum disorder recurrence found among siblings

Healio.com/Pediatrics: Risk increases 7-fold for participants who have an older sibling with ASD. Read more.

Tour de France cyclists appear to live 6 years longer than most

Healio.com/Cardiology: Extra longevity found among French cyclists who completed at least one race. With Perspective. Read more.

High meat and saturated fat consumption may contribute to Barrett’s esophagus

Healio.com/Gastroenterology: Analysis suggests proinflammatory and pro-oxidant compounds tip the balance. Read more.

Remission redefined for juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Healio.com/Rheumatology: Persistent immune abnormalities remain, despite healthy appearances. Read more.

Rotator cuff surgery outcomes depend on preoperative outlook

Healio.com/Orthopedics: Anxiety and depression predict functional disability and health-related quality of life. Read more.