A study published in Diabetes Care found that diabetic women aged 50-75 years had lower rates of mammograms compared to control subjects, with 78.1% vs. 84.9% participation rates. The researchers suggest that the added burdens of caring for patients with diabetes may be a contributing factor.
A Mayo Clinic case study describes a patient with progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) who responded positively to HAART-cidofovir combination therapy, regaining mobility and daily functioning. The case contributes to growing data on effective treatment strategies for PML in AIDS patients.
Participation in leisure activities such as reading and socializing reduces risk of dementia by 38%. Intellectual activities show highest risk reduction, with an additional 8% benefit per activity engaged. High education and occupation levels also previously linked to reduced AD risk.
A collaborative study found that lifetime exposure to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be associated with better maintenance of cognitive function in older women free of dementia. The study included over 2,000 women aged 65 and older, who were followed for three years to assess changes in cognition and depression status.
A Mayo Clinic study found that current tobacco users and those with an alcohol problem history reported lower health scores and increased psychological distress compared to non-users. The study suggests a possible clinical implication for screening hospitalized patients for alcoholism.
Researchers use microarray technology to identify genes involved in DNA repair and other cellular processes in yeast. The method allows for rapid identification of gene functions, accelerating efforts to understand the role of genes in various biological processes.