Women who develop preeclampsia or gestational diabetes during pregnancy are much more likely to develop cardiovascular risk factors later in life. Researchers from Brigham and Women’s hospital found women with those conditions had a 70% higher rate of type 2 diabetes and a 30% higher rate of high cholesterol than women with normal blood pressure during pregnancy.
A new survey from the Universtiy Of Michigan found more than half of patients who used a catheter say they experienced a complication. About 10% had an infection and more than half said it caused pain or discomfort.
A review of 22 studies found regular marijuana use was associated with an increased risk for respiratory issues such as wheezing and coughing. The researchers defined regular use as at least once per week for a year.
Sources:
1. Annals of Internal Medicine
2. JAMA Internal Medicine
3. Annals of Internal Medicine
