An Olympic medical legacy

Article Abstract:

The Journal of the American Medical Association took advantage of the 1996 Summer Olympics to publish a special issue on sports medicine. Articles revealed higher death rates in those who are physically inactive and suggested that the lower rates of cardiovascular disease in those who are active could result from drops in blood lipid concentrations following intense activity. Forty percent of 158 athletes who died suddenly had hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, which could be detected during preparticipation exams. Other researchers found that athletes can lose significant amounts of calcium during exercise, which could lead to low bone density.

Health aspects, Causes of, Exercise, Sudden death, Sports medicine, Athletes

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Opportunities for Medical Research in the 21st Century

Article Abstract:

The editors of JAMA have devoted the February 7, 2001 issue to an analysis of the research opportunities in medicine during the 21st century. This research requires a continuation of funding and a sustained investment in the research community.

Medical research, 21st century AD

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Prospects for Research for Disorders of the Endocrine System

Article Abstract:

Endocrine disorders that are caused by a hormone deficiency are relatively easy to treat by supplying the missing hormone. Disorders caused by an overproduction of hormone are more difficult to treat and may be candidates for gene therapy.

Endocrine gland diseases, Endocrine diseases

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