Study: No Safe Lead Level in Drinking Water for Patients With CKD
Lead in municipal drinking water, even at levels allowed by the EPA, are associated with lower hemoglobin levels in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease, a study found.
Epidemiology
Mortality Risk Factors in Patients With Cancer and COVID-19 Identified
Investigators zero in on mortality risk factors in patients with cancer who contract COVID-19.
Nocturnal Polyuria Is Highly Prevalent in the United States
The finding is from the first population-based prevalence study of nocturnal polyuria to include both men and women, according to researchers.
Depressive Symptoms Linked With Kidney Function Decline in Healthy Adults
Symptoms including bother, difficulty concentrating, thinking everything is an effort, and feeling lonely significantly associated with rapid kidney function decline.
Light, Moderate Alcohol Intake Linked to Lower Chronic Kidney Disease Risk
A Japanese study showed that light to moderate alcohol drinkers had a significantly decreased risk for chronic kidney disease compared with those who drank no alcohol.
Cancer Screening Plunged Sharply Early in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Investigators found the biggest declines in prostate, breast, and colorectal cancer screening rates among individuals in the Northeast US and those of higher socioeconomic status.
Vast Majority of Men With Early-Stage Prostate Cancer Die From Other Causes
About 83% of deaths among men with local or regional prostate cancer are due to other causes, according to a large population-based study.
Women Are at Lower Risk for CKD Progression Than Men
A Swedish study of patients with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease found that women were less likely than men to experience disease progression and to die from any cause or cardiovascular causes.
Radiation for Abdominal, Pelvic Cancers Ups Secondary Sarcoma Risk
Compared with patients who undergo surgery alone for abdominal or pelvic cancers, those who receive radiation and chemotherapy are at elevated risk for secondary sarcomas.
Prescription Analgesic Use High in the Elderly CKD Population
Older patients with CKD may be especially at risk for suboptimal pain control and inappropriate use of opioids and prescription NSAIDs, according to study investigators.
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