Causal Effects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Implementation on Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Survival: A Difference-in-Differences Analysis.

Introduction: Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL) accounts for a substantial number of cancer cases in the United States, with a significant prevalence and mortality rate. The implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has the potential to impact cancer-specific survival among NHL patients by improving access to healthcare services and treatments.

Objective: This study aims to assess the impact of the implementation of the ACA on cancer-specific survival among patients diagnosed with NHL.

The Effectiveness of Nutritional Strategies in the Treatment and Management of Obesity: A Systematic Review.

Obesity, a condition primarily resulting from positive energy balance, has become a significant global health concern. Numerous studies have demonstrated that obesity is a major risk factor for various illnesses, including different types of cancer, coronary heart disease, sleep apnea, CV stroke, type II diabetes mellitus, etc. To effectively address this issue, prevention and treatment approaches to manage body weight are crucial.

The Stiff Joint: Comparative Evaluation of Monotherapy and Combination Therapy With Urate Lowering Agents in Managing Acute Gout.

Gout, an extremely painful form of arthritis, is triggered by the innate immune system's response to the accumulation of monosodium urate crystals in specific joints and surrounding tissues. This condition is characterized by recurring episodes of excruciating arthritis flares, interspersed with periods of disease quiescence. Over time, gout can result in disability, tophi formation, and severe pain.

Association Between Wearable Device Use and Levels of Physical Activity Among Older Adults in the US: Evidence From the 2019-2020 Health Information National Trends Survey.

Objective To examine the relationship between electronic wearable device (WD) use and physical activity (PA) levels among older adults in the US. Methods Data were pooled from 3310 older adults from the 2019 and 2020 Health Information National Trends Survey. The explanatory variable was WD use, and the outcomes were weekly PA levels, resistance training, and sedentary time.

Epidemiological Trends and Factors Associated With the Morbidity Rate of Gonorrhea: A CDC-WONDER Database Analysis.

Background And Objective: Gonorrhea is a prevalent sexually transmitted illness caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae, leading to serious health consequences such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and increased susceptibility to HIV infection. Despite advancements in prevention and treatment, gonorrhea remains a significant public health problem in the United States (US) due to its widespread incidence, potential consequences, and the growth of antibiotic resistance. This study investigates the epidemiological trends and morbidity rates of gonorrhea using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Wide-ranging Online Data for Epidemiologic Research (WONDER) database.

Profiles and Outcomes of Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in the United States.

Introduction Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a major contributor to adverse pregnancy outcomes both in the United States and globally. As the prevalence of obesity continues to rise, the incidence of GDM is anticipated to increase as well. Despite the significant impact of GDM on maternal and neonatal health, research examining the independent associations between GDM and adverse outcomes remains limited in the U.