Objective Heart failure (HF) is a major public health issue due to its high morbidity, mortality and healthcare burden. This ...

Phase II study of ginkgo biloba in irradiated brain tumor survivors: Effects on quality of life (QOL), mood, and cognitive function. Background: Ependymomas are rare tumors of the brain and spinal ...

The emergence of microbial diseases poses a significant threat to public health and welfare worldwide. The spread of these diseases can be endemic (continuous occurrence), epidemic (increased ...

Changes of the lung cancer histology, diagnostic modality, stage, and smoking status among veterans over the past 20 years. Background: The Lebanese breast cancer screening campaign's impact has never ...

Objective Describe concussion incidence across the National Football League (NFL). Design Descriptive epidemiology study. Setting Concussions sustained during NFL offseason, preseason (PS), regular ...

Suggested Citation: "4 Advances in Epidemiology." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2017. Using 21st Century Science to Improve Risk-Related Evaluations. Washington, DC: The ...

Background The participation of women in sports, including basketball, is becoming increasingly common, and this increased involvement raises concerns about the potential risk of sports injuries.