Articles tagged with Disease Incidence
Researchers found a significant increase in lobular breast cancer among postmenopausal women taking combined hormone-replacement therapy. The study reported a 2.6-fold increase in incidence among those who took the therapy for six months or more.
Research at Penn State reveals vitamin D deficiency worsens symptoms of Chron's disease and ulcerative colitis in mice, while treatment with Vitamin D supplements reduces inflammation. The connection between vitamin D status and inflammatory bowel disease incidence is also suggested by geographical distribution.
According to a new study, stroke incidence in the US may be rising, affecting over 1.2 million people annually. Researchers found that stroke numbers have remained stable for 15 years, suggesting previously reported figures may be too low.
A new study links human breast cancer to the mouse mammary tumor virus, proposing that humans acquire the virus from infected mice. The authors found a similar viral sequence between human breast cancer and mouse mammary tumor virus, suggesting a potential preventive vaccine.
A recent study from the Mayo Clinic found that eating disorders continue to increase in young females, with a steady rise in incidence over the past 50 years. The study suggests that the type of eating disorder being reported is shifting towards more cases of bulimia (binge and purge).
A new study suggests that the US may soon experience an increase in hepatitis C-related carcinoma cases due to a time difference in the spread of the virus. The study found that the incidence of hepatitis C is similar in Japan and the US, but the incidence of related heptacellular carcinoma (HCC) is eight times higher in Japan.
A recent study by the Mayo Clinic found that 10 out of 16 men experienced a greater than 50% reduction in hot flashes while taking venlafaxine. The incidence of severe and very severe hot flashes was also significantly reduced.
A study of college-age women found a high incidence of HPV infection, with prevalence ranging from 20-46% in different countries. Regular Pap smears are crucial for early detection and prevention of cervical cancer.