Mortality Risk Down With Meeting Recommended Exercise Levels
Larger survival benefits seen for those who engaged in both muscle strengthening, aerobic activity
Inflammatory Arthritis Linked to Sexual Dysfunction
Themes of impaired sexual function, compromised intimate relationships ID'd in studies of IA patients
Rates of Macrolide Resistance in S. pneumoniae High Across the U.S.
Clinicians should consider alternatives to macrolide monotherapy as empiric therapy for suspected community-acquired bacterial pneumonia
Female Doctors Generate Less Revenue Per Office Visit Than Males
However, female physicians spend more observed time in visits per year than their male counterparts
Firearm Use Up in Female Nurse Suicides in the U.S.
Female nurses used firearms in suicides less often than other women from 2003 to 2013, but firearm use increased from 2014 to 2017
Off-Label Uses in Dermatology Often Missing From Compendia
Only 30.7 percent of 238 treatments used to treat 22 dermatologic conditions listed in compendia
Tagrisso Approved as Adjuvant Therapy for NSCLC With EGFR Mutations
Current approval of the once-daily tablet indicated for patients who have undergone complete tumor removal
Cannabis Use Disorder May Up Risk of Perioperative Heart Attack
Findings in national study of patients undergoing 11 elective surgeries
ACS: Virtual Postoperative Care More Efficient With High Satisfaction
Time spent with provider similar to in-person, but total clinic time shorter with virtual visit
Facebook Asked to Remove ‘Factually Inaccurate’ Ads About PrEP
Ads are from law firms seeking litigants for class-action lawsuit against Truvada maker Gilead Sciences
Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Tied to Later Atherosclerotic CVD
Findings remain when adjusting for standard risk factors, other adverse pregnancy outcomes
Outcomes Superior for HM3 LVAD Regardless of Preimplant Strategy
HeartMate 3 superior to HeartMate II whether device is bridge to transplant or destination therapy
CDC Refutes Social Media Rumors That COVID-19 Death Data Is Inaccurate
Conspiracy theories claim only a small percentage of people said to have died from COVID-19 actually died from the disease
Pregnancy-Related Cardiovascular Outcomes Worse for Black Women
Compared with Whites, Black women had increased odds of mortality, myocardial infarction, stroke, PE, peripartum cardiomyopathy
Equivalence Seen Between Drug Classes for HTN Monotherapy
Thiazide, thiazide-like diuretics superior to ACEi; nondihydropyridine calcium channel blockers inferior
ACR: Age at Psoriasis Onset Sets Course for Psoriatic Arthritis
Pustular psoriasis linked to arthritis onset two years earlier; increased delay seen for plaque psoriasis
North Carolina Sues Electronic Cigarette Maker JUUL
Also, judge has ruled that the FDA neglected its legal duty by postponing reviews of vaping products
High Fiber, Yogurt Intake Linked to Reduced Risk for Lung Cancer
Risk reduced by more than 30 percent for high yogurt consumption and highest quintile of fiber intake
Sleep Myths Are Commonly Circulated
Authors say initiatives to debunk myths, promote healthful sleep practices may benefit public health
Recent Years Saw Drop in Opioid Prescribing at ED Discharge
Opioid prescribing at discharge increased from 2006-2007 to 2010-2011 followed by drop in 2016-2017
Remdesivir Use Growing Globally in COVID-19 Patients
Yet, most physicians believe it is only moderately effective, better used earlier than official guidelines recommend
Hospital Outcomes Worse for Children With Chronic Kidney Disease
Length of stay, costs, mortality risk greater than for children hospitalized with other chronic illnesses
Global Practice Guidelines Issued by International Society of Hypertension
Optimal, essential recommendations presented for lifestyle interventions, therapy in adults with HTN
Liquid Biopsy-Based Test IDs Biomarkers in Metastatic NSCLC
Test led to increase in number of patients with identified G7 biomarker, reduction in turnaround time
High BMI in Childhood May Up Risk for Bladder Cancer as Adult
Height inversely linked to bladder cancer, while excess BMI gain in childhood linked to increased risk
California Cruise Ship Passengers Await COVID-19 Test Results
Meanwhile, more than 2,500 New Yorkers have been asked to self-quarantine
CNS-Active Meds Often Prescribed for Older Adults With Dementia
Overall, Rx filled for antidepressants in 49.8 percent, opioids in 29.8 percent, anxiolytics in 26.8 percent
Children With Atopic Dermatitis Have Worse Sleep Quality
Similar total sleep duration seen for children with, without active atopic dermatitis
Risk of Secondary Primary Cancer Varies With Lymphoma Stage
Risk for SPMs differs over time for survivors of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma according to stage at diagnosis
High Birth Number May Harm Cardiovascular Health in Women
Association also seen between more births, less ideal body mass
Cuts in Fine Particulate Matter Pollution Have Spared U.S. Lives
Reductions in PM2.5 since 1999 estimated to have lowered mortality in all but 14 counties
Clinical Drug Diversion Costly to Health Care Organizations
Report finds 47.2 million doses lost due to health care worker misuse and theft in 2018
High-Intensity Training Improves Walking in Stroke Survivors
High-intensity training results in better gains in walking speeds, distance than low-intensity training
Many Female Health Care Workers Live in Poverty
Half of black and Latina female health care workers earn less than $15/hour
Preterm Birth May Be Increased for Women With SARS-CoV-2
Perinatal infection infrequent; effect of infection during early pregnancy not known
2010 to 2017 Saw >5,000 Travel-Linked Dengue Virus Cases in U.S.
Distribution of cases equal between men and women; patients had median age of 41 years
Recommendations Developed for Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
Interventions producing sustained weight loss of 25 to 30 percent of body weight recommended
Statin Use Not Linked to Rate of Cognitive Decline in Seniors
Rate of decline in memory, global cognition similar for elderly statin users, never users over six-year period
Neurofilament Light Chain Levels Elevated After Repetitive TBI
Elevated exosomal, plasma levels of NfL also linked to chronic PCS, PTSD, depressive symptoms
Low Muscle Mass in the Arms, Legs Tied to Mortality in Elderly
Muscle mass more predictive of mortality than visceral fat, total fat in older women
UGN-101 Active in Chemoablation of Upper Tract Urothelial Cancer
Fifty-nine percent of patients had complete response at four to six weeks after initial therapy
Early-Life Mortality Risk Higher in ART-Conceived Children
Increased risk for mortality seen in the first year of life, predominantly in the early neonatal period
COVID-19 Impact on Homeless People in U.S. Not as Bad as Feared
Just over 1,200 of the estimated 66,000 homeless people in Los Angeles have been diagnosed with the virus
More Mental Health Visits Tied to Lower Rates of Youth Suicide
Youth suicide risk highest with epilepsy, depression, schizophrenia, substance use, bipolar disorder
UV Exposure Not Linked to Risk for Melanoma in Skin of Color
In 11 of 13 studies reviewed, no association observed between UV exposure, melanoma in skin of color
FDA, CDC Call for Pause in J&J COVID-19 Vaccine After Six People Develop Clots
The six cases involved a cerebral venous sinus thrombosis and occurred in women between the ages of 18 and 48 years
Low-Dose Aspirin Lowers CVD Risk but Raises Bleeding Risk
Authors used umbrella review method to explore health outcomes associated with low-dose aspirin
Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Effective Against British, South African Variants
Company says it is working on a new form of the vaccine to use as a booster shot against the South African variant
Plenty of COVID-19 Vaccine Coming, Fauci Says
To combat the surging pandemic, Fauci is calling on all Americans to practice social distancing and wearing masks
Proinflammatory, Low-Quality Maternal Diet Linked to Adiposity
Odds of late childhood overweight and obesity increased with more proinflammatory diet in early pregnancy
Consuming Ultraprocessed Food May Up Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Significant links persisted after adjustment for markers of nutritional quality, metabolic comorbidities
Perrigo Asthma Inhalers Recalled Due to Clog Risk
Some of the recalled albuterol sulfate inhalers stop working after several uses
Mental Health Disorders Common Among ICU Staff During COVID-19
45 percent of respondents met threshold for probable clinical significance on measures of depression, PTSD, anxiety, problem drinking
Sensory Sensitivity Tied to Constipation in Young Children
Feeding problems due to sensory sensitivities common in children with constipation
Pharmacotherapy, Psychotherapy Combo Best for Bipolar Disorder
Manualized treatments linked to significantly reduced recurrence rates versus control treatments
Teens’ Mental Illness Treatment May Not Follow Guidelines
Variance in treatment occurs within and across ZIP codes, suggesting non-supply-side variables
Obesity During Teen Years Tied to Stiffening of Arteries
This adverse effect is further aggravated by an unfavorable metabolic profile
WHO: ‘Dramatic Resurgence’ of Measles Occurring in Europe
Four European countries have lost their status as having eliminated measles
Early Hospital Intervention for Diabetes Improves Outcomes
Early identification and management decreases hyperglycemia, hospital-acquired infections
Fewer Black Men Adopt Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer
Overall, use of active surveillance nearly tripled among both black and nonblack men from 2010 to 2015
Drop in Episodic Memory Steeper With High Goal Disengagement
Cognitive decline worse for retired versus employed individuals with high goal disengagement, women
AACR: HPV Vax Low for Adults at High Risk for HIV Infection
Age, sex, sexual orientation differences in HPV vaccination rates were statistically significant
Daily Dose of Nature Cuts Stress Hormone Levels
Only 20 minutes of nature contact shows most efficient lowering of cortisol levels
Decrease Seen in Abusive Head Trauma for Young Children During Pandemic
Mean monthly admissions for AHT in children younger than 5 were lower in 2020 than in 2019, 2018, and 2017
Douglas County, Colorado, Ranked as Healthiest Community
Seven of top 20 communities were in Colorado; nearly all adults in these counties exercise
Efficacy of BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine Lower in Patients With CLL
Second study shows lower neutralizing antibody titers against SARS-CoV-2 after the first dose among elderly patients with multiple myeloma
Medication May Ease ADHD Symptoms in Preschool-Aged Children
Symptoms are reduced in a majority of preschool-aged children who initiate therapy with α2-adrenergic agonists or stimulants for ADHD
AI Model Detects Normal, Abnormal Findings on Brain MRI
Model, which was trained on data from one institution and tested on data from a second institution, had area under the curve of 0.78
Cancer Mortality Higher for U.S. Counties With Persistent Poverty
Counties with persistent poverty have higher overall, several type-specific cancer mortality rates
Low-Cost Marketing of Stimulants to Physicians May Increase Rx Rates
Authors say that given misuse starts in adolescence, marketing to these providers should be examined
Telehealth Use Up Markedly Among Parkinson Patients
Early in the pandemic, majority of Parkinson patients reported experiencing depression symptoms, anxiety, and sleep disturbances
Anticholinergic Meds May Raise Risk for Cognitive Decline
Effects significantly worse among individuals with risk factors for Alzheimer disease
More Comorbidities, Lower Mortality for Holocaust Survivors
Mean age at death significantly higher for survivors versus controls
Home Monitoring of Lung Function Feasible in Teens With Duchenne
Peak flow meter handheld device useful for adolescents with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
In T2DM Patients, Anemia Tied to Diabetic Retinopathy
Association appears to be mediated by decline in serum bilirubin levels
Decreases Seen in Cancer Incidence, Death Rates
Two studies show decreases in incidence and death rates, but variation by sex, race/ethnicity, age
Chest CT Indicates Mortality Risk in COPD
Individuals with higher SAT index had lower risks for mortality, while higher IMAT index linked to higher mortality risk
Frailty Score May Predict Outcomes in Multiple Myeloma
Frailty score based on age, Charlson Comorbidity Index, ECOS PS predicts outcomes in FIRST trial
Timing of Puberty Linked to Risk for Self-Harm in Adolescence
Earlier puberty associated with higher risk for self-harm at 16 years of age
Personal Colorectal Cancer Risk Should Drive Screening
Panel issues weak recommendations for options in adults aged 50 to 79 years with no prior screening
Women With T1DM Experience Shorter Reproductive Period
Women with type 1 diabetes experience 2.5 fewer reproductive years, with findings limited to women diagnosed before reaching menarche
Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Comorbidities Before, After Diagnosis
Increased odds of inflammatory bowel disease, type 1 diabetes, VTE seen before RA diagnosis versus controls
COVID-19 Infection Higher Among Support Staff Than Doctors, Nurses
Black and Latino workers have twice the odds of a positive virus or antibody test
Admissions for Stroke, TIA Down Early in COVID-19 Pandemic
Emergency department stroke alerts decreased, and stroke severity as measured by NIHSS increased
Headache From Epidural for Labor May Up Subdural Hematoma Risk
Presumed postdural puncture headache tied to greater risk for intracranial subdural hematoma
Company Gets $1.6 Billion From U.S. Government for COVID-19 Vaccine
Novavax has never brought a product to market before
Consistent Time of Day Aids Workout Habit
Findings seen for adults who engaged in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity
Incidence of Early-Onset Gastric Cancer Increasing in the U.S.
Early-onset gastric cancer linked to higher grade, signet-ring cells, diffuse histology, metastatic disease
No Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Expected Before Election
Company has reversed its previous claims that it would apply for the approval in October
Ambiguous Genitalia in Newborns Not Uncommon
Ratio of prematurity, small for gestational age higher in newborns with disorders of sex development
ADA: Dulaglutide Tied to Decline in Cardiovascular Events in T2DM
Second study shows reduction in renal outcomes with dulaglutide in type 2 diabetes
ENDO: Glycemic Control Good for Regular Human Insulin With V-Go
Mean change in HbA1c not significantly different with regular human insulin, rapid-acting insulin
Telehealth Video Visits Risk Fragmenting Care
Users of video visits are less likely to have a primary care source of care
Chronic Conditions, Obesity Common in Fatal Cases of EVALI
More fatal and nonfatal cases were male and non-Hispanic white versus other race, ethnic groups
Type 2 Diabetes Risk Up With PCOS Regardless of BMI
PCOS one of most influential predictors of T2DM after adjustment for BMI, education, family history
Experts Call for Pediatric Consideration in EMS Planning
Recommendations address planning of EMS dispatch protocols, operations, and physician oversight
N.Y. and Colorado Ask Former Health Care Workers to Return to Workforce
Includes those working in another occupation, retired with medical license that is still active, can be reactivated
70 Percent Efficacy Found for Oxford COVID-19 Vaccine
Acceptable safety profile identified, with three serious adverse events classified as possibly related to the vaccine
Partnership Would Bypass Drug Industry to Sell COVID-19 Vaccine
Vaccine could be sold without profits or licensing fees in Britain and low- and middle-income countries
New Lesions ID’d on Breast MRI During Treatment Likely Benign
New suspicious lesions detected on breast MRI during neoadjuvant therapy are more likely benign
Firearm-Related Pediatric Mortality Down With Stricter Laws
Lower rates of firearm-related pediatric mortality seen in states with stricter gun laws
Morning Exercise Linked to BP Reduction in Sedentary Seniors
Additional reduction seen in average systolic BP with combination of morning exercise and regular breaks
Many Health Care Workers Report Vaccine Hesitancy
However, data are from survey conducted prior to U.S. emergency use authorization of any vaccines
Blood Donors Will Get Results of Coronavirus Antibody Test, Red Cross Says
Positive test result does not confirm immunity to the virus, and test is not meant to diagnose illness
Decline Observed in HPV Type 16/18 Cervical Precancers in U.S.
Greatest declines seen among vaccinated women; decreases also seen in unvaccinated women
Antibiotics, Corticosteroids Beneficial in COPD Exacerbations
Independent of exacerbation severity, antibiotics tied to increased resolution, less treatment failure
Twelve Factors Account for About 40 Percent of Dementias
Actions to mitigate dementia risk include maintaining SBP of 130 mm Hg or less, using hearing aids
Some Obesity-Related Cancers Increasing in Younger Adults
Incidence up for six of 12 obesity-related cancers; steeper increase in successively younger generations
Evidence Points to GI Infection by SARS-CoV-2
Viral host receptor ACE2 stained positive mainly in cytoplasm of gastrointestinal epithelial cells
CDC: Raw Tuna Linked to Salmonella Outbreak in Seven States
Raw ground tuna supplied by Jensen Tuna is likely source of outbreak
Medicare Spending on Essential Medicines Up 116 Percent From 2011 to 2015
22 percent of increased total spending due to higher per-unit cost of existing drugs
Laser Therapy May Aid Sexual Function in Breast Cancer Survivors
Patient-reported improvements seen at four weeks and 12 months among survivors with genitourinary syndrome of menopause
In-Hospital Heart Failure Deaths Down With Routine Vaccinations
Patients with heart failure receiving flu, pneumonia vaccinations have lower in-hospital mortality
Rule Requiring Drug Prices in TV Ads Blocked by Judge
The rule, applying to any drug that costs more than $35 a month, was to take effect this week
Cannabis Use Up, Especially Among Those With Depression
Study also shows declining perception of cannabis use-related risks
Global Prevalence of Pediatric Hypertension About 4 Percent
Meta-analysis of 47 articles used to estimate pooled prevalence in the general pediatric population
CDC: Pregnancy-Related Deaths Occur Before, During, Postpartum
60 percent of pregnancy-related deaths determined to be preventable, with multiple contributory factors
Physical Activity May Cut Fatality Risk in Myocardial Infarction
Risks for instant death, 28-day death related to MI lower in those with moderate-to-high levels of past physical activity
U.S. Deaths Up 20 Percent From March Through July 2020
The United States has had high COVID-19-associated mortality compared with other countries
Prehospital Tx Guidelines May Improve Outcomes in Severe TBI
Survival to hospital discharge did not improve overall, but improvement seen for severe injury cohort
Risk Score Can Predict Long-Term Multiple Sclerosis Progression
Secondary progression score based on five clinical risk factors
Lupus Manifestations Appear to Differ by Race, Ethnicity
Increased risk for severe manifestations seen among blacks, Hispanics, and Asians/Pacific Islanders
Nonpharmacologic Interventions Reduce Agitation in Dementia
Nonpharmacologic more efficacious than pharmacologic interventions for reducing aggression, agitation
Occupational Use of Disinfectants May Up Risk for Developing COPD
Findings seen in longitudinal study of U.S. female nurses who cleaned surfaces, medical instruments
Organic Nitrates May Not Aid Bone Health in Postmenopausal Women
Additionally, organic nitrates are poorly tolerated with headaches as the major complaint
New York State to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes
Governor says flavored e-cigarettes account for 68 percent of those sold in New York
Smokers More Likely to Report Symptoms Suggestive of COVID-19
Current smokers have increased risk for reporting classic symptoms, more than five symptoms, more than 10 symptoms
Jury Finds Roundup a Major Contributor to Man’s Cancer
Landmark verdict could impact hundreds of other similar lawsuits
Lung Cancer Incidence Rates Up for Young Women Versus Men
Significant increases seen in female-to-male incidence rate ratios in six countries
Mumps Outbreak Reported at Temple University
CDC says more than 2,000 cases of mumps in U.S. last year, 58 cases reported in January of this year
Socioeconomic Status Tied to Survival After In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest
High-SES patients less likely to receive delayed cardiopulmonary resuscitation; more likely to survive CPR, to survive to discharge and to 30 days
Higher Mortality Seen for Male Breast Cancer Patients
Clinical characteristics, undertreatment correlated with 63.3 percent excess mortality rate for men
Weight Loss Surgery May Not Relieve Acid Reflux
Symptoms return in half of patients undergoing long-term follow-up after gastric bypass
In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Common in Critically Ill With COVID-19
About half received cardiopulmonary resuscitation; only 12 percent receiving CPR survived to discharge
Overdose-Death Donor Hearts Suitable for Transplant
Proportion of cardiac transplantations from ODDs increased; no difference seen in terms of overall survival
Suicide Risk Prediction Models Could Be Cost-Effective
Suicide risk prediction models would need specificity of ≥95 percent and sensitivity of ≥17 percent to target active contact and follow-up
U.S. to ‘Loan’ COVID-19 Vaccines to Mexico, Canada
Ensuring Canada and Mexico can contain the pandemic will aid in the effort to reopen borders
Voxelotor Improves Hemoglobin Levels in Sickle Cell Disease
Fewer individuals in voxelotor group versus placebo group have worsened anemia at week 24
AAN: Prior Psych Diagnosis Tied to Younger Age of Alzheimer Onset
Findings based on data from retrospective chart review of patients at tertiary specialty memory care center
President Pushing for Nationwide Ban on Flavored E-Cigarettes
Details of plan to phase out flavored e-cigarettes from the market expected during the next few weeks
Stress, Depressive Symptoms Up With Increasing COVID-19 Deaths
Exposure to COVID-19-related media, conflicting COVID-19 information in media linked to symptoms
Trained Alert Dogs Can Detect Impending T1DM-Related Events
In study, individual dogs' performance varied for detecting hypoglycemic episodes, hyperglycemia
Psilocybin Compared With Escitalopram for Depression
No difference seen in change in depression scores at six weeks for psilocybin plus placebo versus psilocybin plus escitalopram
COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program Announced by White House
Number of people who will be eligible is not known and neither is the program's cost
BP, Waist Circumference, Lipids Should Be Measured Regularly
Lifestyle management should be priority for prevention of ASCVD, T2DM in patients at metabolic risk
Everyone Who Gets COVID-19 Vaccine Will Receive Vaccination Card
Wallet-sized card will document what dose has been given and when next dose is due
COVID-19 Pandemic Delays FDA Review of Vaping Products
Federal court has granted FDA request to delay May 12 deadline to Sept. 9
Single Dose of HPV Vaccine May Cut Preinvasive Cervical Disease
Risk for preinvasive cervical disease decreased with one, two, three vaccine doses at age 15 to 19 years
Patient-Ordered Testing May Up CRC Screening Adherence
Patients self-ordering FIT tests for colorectal cancer screening through an electronic reminder more likely to complete a kit
Regardless of Genetics, Obesity Ups Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Obesity increases the risk for developing type 2 diabetes sixfold, regardless of genetic predisposition
Risk for Hospitalization Up for Pregnant Women With COVID-19
Pregnant women with COVID-19 more likely to be admitted to ICU, receive mechanical ventilation
Risk Factors for Suicide ID’d in Health Care Professionals
Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry, job problems, legal problems, physical health problems increase risk
Migraines in Pregnancy Tied to Worse Outcomes for Mother, Baby
Poor outcomes seen in pregnancy for women and at birth, neonatal, and postnatal periods for infants
Use of Pain Reliever Tramadol May Up Risk for Hypoglycemia
Retrospective analysis of adverse events reported to FDA shows risk similar to that seen with methadone
Methylation Analysis of cfDNA IDs >50 Cancer Types
Sensitivity increased with increasing stage from 39 percent in stage I to 92 percent in stage IV
Sexual Frequency Linked to Age of Onset of Natural Menopause
However, no correlation seen for living with male partner with age of natural menopause
Risk for Cancer Reduced for Patients With Multiple Sclerosis
Pooled prevalence rates of breast cancer, digestive cancer, skin cancer were 2, 2, and 1 percent, respectively
USPSTF Finds Evidence Lacking to Prevent Illicit Drug Use in Youth
Evidence insufficient to recommend primary care interventions to prevent, cut drug use in youth
2009 to 2015 Saw Increase in Hyperglycemic Events
Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state events increased in emergency, inpatient settings
Maintenance Peanut Oral Immunotherapy Effective for Preschoolers
Majority of children reach tolerance great enough to protect them from accidental exposure to peanuts
First Large Clinical Trial of COVID-19 Vaccine in U.S. Could Begin in July
Trial will assess effectiveness of vaccine, include 30,000 volunteers who will receive either vaccine or placebo
2000 to 2016 Saw Mortality From Falls Increase for Seniors
Home-based strength and balance retraining exercise program can reduce falls among seniors
Risk for Committing Violent Crime May Be Increased by SSRI Use
Risk higher during treatment, up to 12 weeks after discontinuation among minority of SSRI users
California Couple Awarded $2 Billion in Roundup Lawsuit
Bayer, parent company of Monsanto, maintains glyphosate, main ingredient in Roundup, is safe
Outcomes of In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Poor in COVID-19 Patients
Of the 54 patients receiving CPR who were included in the analysis, none survived to discharge
Muscle Atrophy Occurs Rapidly in Critically Ill, Ventilated Children
47 percent of cohort experienced ≥11 percent decrease in diaphragm thickness after six days
Prescription Opioid Use Up Among Binge Drinkers
More than half of those who misused prescription opioids in 2012 to 2014 were binge drinkers
One-Third of Physicians Will Take 10+ Years to Pay Off Debt
Survey shows that taking extra shifts is one strategy to help doctors pay off medical school debt
AAN: Sweetened Drinks Linked to More Severe Disability in MS
Those in highest quartile of sugar-sweetened beverage intake had greater risk for severe disability
Restless Legs Syndrome Linked to Suicide, Self-Harm
Significant link persisted after excluding those with chronic conditions such as depression, insomnia
Surgery Department Outlines Rapid Response to COVID-19
Surgeons describe operation-triage plan to reduce surgery volumes and manage health care resources
CDC: Nearly Half of TBI-Related Deaths Categorized as Intentional
During last 10 years, suicide surpassed motor vehicle crashes as leading category of TBI-related death
Homeless Patients With AMI Have Distinct Risks, Outcomes
Homeless patients have higher 30-day readmission rates, more readmission for psychiatric causes
Women Satisfied With Breast Reductions Years Later
Findings reported for breast satisfaction, sexual well-being among women undergoing surgery before age 25
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Reaches 90 Percent Effectiveness in Early Analysis
Vaccine requires two doses, given three weeks apart
Hospitalization Rates for AMI Dropped During Early COVID-19
Reduction at rate of 19.0 cases per week followed by increase at rate of 10.5 cases per week
New Wave of COVID-19 Infections Taking Hold in America
Luckily, the climbing case count has not yet translated to increased deaths
Nut Consumption Tied to Less Annual Weight Gain, Obesity
Findings seen for increased consumption of total nuts as well as walnuts, other tree nuts, peanuts
Toll on Health From Depression, Anxiety Akin to Smoking, Obesity
For older adults, effect of anxiety, depression on physical health similar to that of obesity, smoking
SABCS: Anastrozole Tied to Lasting Reduction in Breast Cancer Risk
Breast cancer risk significantly lower at median follow-up of 131 months; effect continued after treatment
Physical Activity, Overall Survival Not Linked in Metastatic CRC
Nine or more MET hours per week tied to lower risk for grade ≥3 treatment-related adverse events
Risk Factors ID’d for Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma Mortality
In older patients, risk factors include advanced age, DLBCL stage, Charlson Comorbidity Index
Myocardial Injury Prevalent in Patients With Severe COVID-19
54 percent of discharged patients who had troponin elevation in conjunction with severe COVID-19 had late gadolinium enhancement and/or ischemia
More Screen Time Ups Risk for Depression in Adolescents
Social comparison and reinforcing spirals likely to blame
Adding Maraviroc to c-ART No Better in Advanced HIV
Incidence of severe morbidity similar for addition of maraviroc versus placebo to standard c-ART