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Daily sugar-sweetened drinks linked to increased liver cancer, mortality in older women
An analysis of postmenopausal women shows a nearly two-fold increase in liver cancer incidence among those who consume at least 1 soft drink or fruit drink daily.
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Hepatitis C treatment initiation low among younger, female Medicaid enrollees
Approximately 1 in 5 newly diagnosed patients are initiating direct acting antivirals within 6 months, according to Medicaid data review.
Alcohol-related deaths increasing among US women
New cross-sectional data show the sex gap in alcohol-related mortality has been narrowing since 1999, as women have become more susceptible to alcohol use and related diseases.
The end of the COVID-19 public health emergency?
Although the public health emergency for COVID-19 is officially over, infection rates, precautions, and safety measures for communities around the United States still need to be addressed.
Long COVID-19 risk linked to women, older age, higher BMI
New meta-analysis show patient demographics—as well as their pre-existing comorbidities and COVID-19 vaccination status—may significantly define their risk of long-term conditions.
Novavax nears maternal immunization results for RSV vaccine