Public Health in the News (9/10/17 – 9/16/17)

By Grace Bellinger – Blog Editor

Global

• Danish study suggests that the ratio of two gut bacteria may determine the effectiveness of a diet for weight loss.

National

• National report shows that alcohol use disorders are increasing among older adults over 65 years of age.
• A new product is the first to be FDA-approved to claim that it may reduce peanut allergies in infants.
• Two longitudinal clinical trials have concluded that menopausal hormone therapy does not increase the risk of premature death.
• Study suggests that seniors are seeking hospice care too late.

Northwestern

• Northwestern researchers find that white children are more likely to be prescribed unnecessary antibiotics for viral illnesses than black or Hispanic children.