People With Food Insecurity Are 10% to 37% More Likely to Die Prematurely
Adults with food insecurity (i.e., inadequate access to food because of financial constraints) are 10% to 37% more likely to die prematurely from any cause…
Canadian Medical Association Journal
Novel Health Risks Presented by Cannabis Edibles
With the recent legalization of cannabis edibles in Canada, physicians and the public must be aware of the novel risks of cannabis edibles, argue authors…
“Popcorn Lung” – New Type of Life-Threatening E-Cigarette Vaping Lung Injury Uncovered
A research case report describing lung injury related to e-cigarette use in a 17-year-old Canadian may be the first documented case of a new form…
5 Critical Things to Know About Opioid Use Disorder in Pregnancy
Opioid use is increasing in pregnancy as well as the general population. A “Five things to know about …” practice article on opioid disuse in…
In People With Diabetes, What Really Matters Is Fat Mass Index, Not BMI
In people with diabetes, fat mass index, not body mass index (BMI), is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular events, according to new research…
Warning: Commonly Used Drug for Alzheimer’s Disease Doubles Risk of Hospitalization
A drug commonly used to manage symptoms of Alzheimer disease and other dementias — donepezil — is associated with a two-fold higher risk of hospital…
Gastroesophageal Reflux Associated With Chronic TMD Pain
Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) is associated with chronic, painful temporomandibular disorder — pain in the temporomandibular joint — and anxiety and poor sleep contribute to this…