Genetic Variants Linked to Increased Risk of Coronary Heart Disease
People genetically predisposed to have high LDL cholesterol are at an increased risk for coronary heart disease even if their cholesterol levels are only modestly elevated, according to a recent study published in Circulation.
‘Peanut Patch’ May Help Desensitize Allergic Toddlers
A newly developed “peanut patch” is a safe and effective way to desensitize toddlers allergic to peanuts, according to findings published in The New England Journal of Medicine.
Dads Are Key in Supporting Breastfeeding, Safe Infant Sleep
Fathers can make a significant difference in whether an infant is breastfed and placed to sleep safely, according to a recent survey of new fathers.