adolescent health

Adolescent Cardiorespiratory Fitness and the Trade-Off Between Atrial Fibrillation Risk and Cardiovascular Benefits: Evidence from a Nationwide Sibling-Controlled Cohort Study

By MedXY 07/07/2026

This review synthesizes evidence that high adolescent cardiorespiratory fitness slightly elevates early adult atrial fibrillation risk but substantially reduces cardiovascular disease incidence later in life, with familial confounders accounted for through sibling analysis.

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Digital Shared Decision Support Increased STI Testing for Adolescents and Young Adults in the Emergency Department

By MedXY 05/30/2026

In a randomized controlled trial, the STIckER smartphone-based decision aid increased gonorrhea/chlamydia and pharyngeal STI testing in emergency department patients aged 14 to 24 years, while improving decisional clarity, satisfaction, and implementation acceptability.

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Beyond the Daily Pill: The Dawn of Long-Acting HIV Treatment for Adolescents

By MedXY 02/19/2026

The IMPAACT 2017/MOCHA study reveals that long-acting injectable cabotegravir and rilpivirine administered every eight weeks is safe and highly effective for adolescents with HIV, potentially transforming the landscape of pediatric HIV care and adherence.

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Delayed Puberty in Male Adolescents: A Novel Risk Factor for Early-Onset Type 2 Diabetes

By MedXY 01/30/2026

A nationwide cohort study of nearly 1 million Israeli males demonstrates that delayed puberty is independently associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in early adulthood, suggesting it is a marker for long-term metabolic dysfunction.

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From Boyhood to Manhood: Recognizing and Addressing Pubertal Developmental Disorders

By MedXY 07/26/2025

Explore the science, warning signs, and practical advice on abnormal male puberty, bridging knowledge for families and clinicians.