Healio Minute Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013 Edition: Cataract risk linked to statin use, BPA exposure linked to miscarriage risk, poorly managed diabetes may lead to depression
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Greater risk of cataracts linked to statin use
Healio.com/Ophthalmology: Retrospective study of large cohort enrolled in same health care system still carries noteworthy limitations. With Perspective. Read more.
Risk of miscarriage increased with significant BPA exposure
Healio.com/Endocrinology: Results indicate that conjugated bisphenol A may act through multiple mechanisms in early pregnancy. Read more.
Poorly managed diabetes may prompt adolescent depression
Healio.com/Pediatrics: Researchers believe findings could be template for integrating clinical depression screening for youth with other chronic conditions. Read more.
Free head and neck cancer screenings raise urban awareness
Healio.com/Hematology-Oncology: Residents in urban study found more likely to volunteer for cancer awareness promotions. Read more.
Cognitive decline risk after cardiac surgery associated gene variation
Healio.com/Cardiology: Anesthesiologists told that risk stratification could improve with preoperative identification of carriers. Read more.