Research Summaries

Primary care practitioners should be aware of 3 new FDA approvals that may be useful when treating patients.

By Reuters Staff

By Toni Clarke

Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk of stroke and heart attack, according to a new study.

Thyroid hormone levels, especially low free triiodothyronine (FT3), can help to predict risk of death in older patients hospitalized after an acute illness.

The Endocrine Society has published a Clinical Practice Guideline designed to clarify the criteria for the diagnosis and treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome.

In an effort to combat extensive painkiller abuse, the Food and Drug Administration has recommended tightening prescription restrictions on hydrocodone combination drugs like Vicodin, calling for their...

A comprehensive set of guidelines will help physicians assist those with metabolic and endocrine disorders to manage their illness.

Researchers found that obesity and type 2 diabetes can create a stress response in the brain, especially in the hypothalamus.

Asking patients about their exercise habits should be as routine as blood pressure checks, according to a statement from the American Heart Association.