Polygenic Risk Score Reliably Predicts Coronary Artery Disease
PRS predicts prevalent CAD but does not perform as well for predicting incident, recurrent CAD
Sitagliptin Promising Addition for Preventing Acute GVHD
Low incidence of grade II to IV acute GVHD seen in patients undergoing myeloablative allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
Gender Gap Persists in Starting Salary for Physicians
Gender differences in preferences for control over work-life balance do not account for gap in salary
Coverage With HPV Vaccine Continuing to Increase in Boys
Teens whose parents received a provider recommendation had higher coverage with HPV vaccine
CDC: HIV Racial Disparity Measure Decreased From 2010 to 2016
Most incident HIV infections among black women would not have occurred if rates were same as for whites
Mortality Up in Women With Central Obesity, Regardless of BMI
Normal weight with central obesity tied to higher risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer mortality
U.S. Adult Immunization Schedule Updated for 2020
Shared clinical decision making recommended for HPV in adults age 27 to 45 considered likely to benefit
Access to High-Cost Targeted Treatments Varies for Lung Cancer
Patients treated at a National Cancer Institute-designated center more likely to receive these drugs for lung cancer
Millions of Contigo Kids Cleanable Water Bottles Recalled
Contigo has received 149 reports of the spout detaching, including 18 spouts found in children's mouths
Bupropion-Naltrexone Bests Placebo in Methamphetamine Use Disorder
Response was low but higher with naltrexone-bupropion than placebo during 12-week, two-stage trial
Many Hospitals Lack Sufficient Surgery Volumes
Leapfrog report says lack of hospital, surgeon volume poses safety risk to patients
Child Pneumonia Rate Dropped Globally From 2000 to 2015
Number of clinical pneumonia episodes in children <5 years reduced 22 percent in developing countries
Genomically Targeted Treatment Slows Advanced Prostate Cancer
Men receiving olaparib versus standard treatment experience delayed disease progression
Racial Disparities Seen in Excess Mortality Early in Pandemic
Adjusted excess all-cause mortality was 6.8 per 10,000 for Blacks and 1.5 per 10,000 for Whites, with considerable variation across states
AHA: Intensive BP Control May Increase Life Expectancy
Implementation of treatment according to ACC/AHA 2017 guidelines is cost-effective for high-risk
Maternal Exposure to Fluoride Linked to Lower Offspring IQ
Higher daily intake of fluoride among pregnant women linked to 3.66-point lower IQ score in boys, girls
RHB-105 Effective for Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in Adults
Eradication rates with triple therapy unaffected by resistance to clarithromycin, metronidazole
Decreases Seen in Cancer Incidence, Death Rates
Two studies show decreases in incidence and death rates, but variation by sex, race/ethnicity, age
Avoiding Full-Blown Diabetes Cuts Cardiovascular Risk
Early detection of prediabetes may reduce risk for developing cardiovascular disease
Adjuvant Tx for Early Testicular Cancer Does Not Harm Sperm
Adjuvant tx has no clinically significant long-term effect on total sperm number, concentration
CKD Risk Lower for Those Following Healthy Plant-Based Diet
Slower eGFR decline seen in association with greater adherence to overall and healthy plant-based diets
Malnutrition Ups Risk of Postop Issues in Pediatric Crohn Disease
In propensity-matched analysis, mild, severe malnutrition linked to elevated odds of complications
Large U.S. Pharmacy Chains Played Role in Opioid Crisis, Lawsuit Claims
Lawsuit charges chains sold millions of pills in small communities, gave bonuses to pharmacists
Likelihood of Transplant Lower at Profit-Driven Dialysis Facilities
More research needed to understand the mechanisms behind difference in transplant access
Face Masks Most Effective Means to Avert COVID-19 Transmission
Airborne transmission is dominant route for spread; masks are determinant for shaping pandemic trend
ACIP: Men as Old as 26 Should Get HPV Vaccine
Panel also no longer advises that healthy Americans ≥65 routinely receive Prevnar 13 vaccination
Cervical Adenocarcinoma Rates Increased in Some Populations
Increasing and stabilizing incidence trends seen for several subpopulations; declines attenuated in SCC
Atypical Temporal Work Patterns Linked to Depressive Symptoms
Women working extra-long hours, men and women working weekends have more depressive symptoms
Risk Factors for Hypersensitivity to Iodinated Contrast Media ID’d
Premedication with antihistamine, change in generic profile of ICM are preventive against recurrent HSR
Nurse-Led Program in Primary Care Can Up Detection of Liver Dz
More incident cases identified in intervention arm with nurse-led primary care-based liver clinics
Messages for Increasing Parental Confidence in HPV Vaccine ID’d
Providing information on cancer prevention, avoiding expressing urgency increase parent confidence
Patients Aged 60 to 69 Most Often Hospitalized With COVID-19
At California KPNC hospitals, most common age group hospitalized, admitted to ICU was those aged 60 to 69 years
Spirituality May Have Protective Effect on QOL for Stroke Survivors
Spirituality may moderate link between care partner depressive symptoms and survivor psychological QOL
Coexisting Medical Conditions, Smoking Explain PTSD-CVD Link
No link seen after adjustment for smoking, sleep disorder, substance use disorder, anxiety disorders, depression
Patients Happier With Doctors of Same Race
Authors say findings point to importance of having a diverse physician workforce
Deaths From Alcohol, Drugs, Suicide Topped 150,000 in 2018
While there was a decrease in opioid overdose deaths, alcohol and suicide deaths increased
Updated ACIP Immunization Schedule Released for Adults
Changes recommended to influenza vaccine, hepatitis A and B vaccines
Endocrine Society Releases Hypoglycemia Performance Measures
Quality measures help providers identify older adults with T2DM who are at increased risk for hypoglycemia
Many Infants With Hep C-Positive Moms Not Screened for HCV
Prenatal care is an important time to screen for hepatitis C, authors say
Biden Signs Orders to Expand Health Care Access
Reopened Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollment period will run from Feb. 15 to May 15
Smokers Less Likely to Receive Breast, Cervical, CRC Screening
Former smokers were more likely to receive regular screening services than never smokers
Exposure to 2009 pH1N1 Vaccine During Pregnancy Seems Safe
Exposure to pH1N1 influenza vaccine in utero not linked to most pediatric health outcomes
North Carolina Sues Electronic Cigarette Maker JUUL
Also, judge has ruled that the FDA neglected its legal duty by postponing reviews of vaping products
Drop in Episodic Memory Steeper With High Goal Disengagement
Cognitive decline worse for retired versus employed individuals with high goal disengagement, women
FDA: First Treatment Approved Specifically for Postpartum Depression
Zulresso administered by IV infusion over 60-hour period; patients must be monitored during infusion
Trampoline-Related Pediatric Fractures Increased 2008 Through 2017
Significant increase seen in the odds of a fracture occurring at a place of recreation or sport
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Planned Parenthood Withdraws From Federal Family Planning Program
Centers across the U.S. will remain open and the group will attempt to replace loss of federal funding
2009 to 2015 Saw Increase in Hyperglycemic Events
Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state events increased in emergency, inpatient settings
Periop Covert Stroke ID’d in 7 Percent of Older Surgery Patients
Perioperative covert stroke tied to increased risk for cognitive decline one year after surgery
Administrative Data Predict Mortality With Diabetes
Thirty-seven factors have good accuracy for predicting five- and 10-year mortality in older veterans
FDA Warns Juul About Illegal Marketing Claims, Pitch to Youth
FDA questions claims such as Juul is 'much safer than cigarettes' and the 'FDA would approve it any day'
African-American Participation Inadequate in Cancer Drug Trials
Consistent underrepresentation seen in clinical trials evaluating medications across major cancer types
Indoor Tanning May Up Risk for Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Dose-response association found between indoor tanning and SCC risk among women
Surgeon General Issues Call to Action for Hypertension Control
Three specific goals can drive change in hypertension control in the United States
Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Third Leading Cause of DALYs
Disability-adjusted life year rates 1,347 per 100,000 individuals, behind ischemic heart disease, back pain
Air Filters Shown to Improve Breathing in Children With Asthma
Daily in-bedroom use of a PM2.5 filter results in significant improvement of airway mechanics
CDC: Seniors Use Various Strategies to Reduce Rx Costs
Overall, 4.8 percent have not taken meds as prescribed; 17.7 percent have asked for lower-cost medication
Stepped Tx for Alcohol Use Disorder Studied in HIV Patients
Gradually increasing intensity of treatment reduces alcohol intake and improves HIV status
Denosumab Studied for Prosthesis-Related Osteolysis
Fewer osteoclasts seen at osteolysis membrane-bone interface with denosumab versus placebo in patients undergoing revision hip arthroplasty
2002 to 2018 Saw Increases in Heroin Use, Use Disorder, Injection
800,000 U.S. adults surveyed; prevalence of heroin use increased from 0.17 to 0.32 percent
WHO to Test, Approve Generic Insulin
Agency says new generic versions could create competition that would drive down prices
Vegetarian Diet Tied to Lower Risk for Urinary Tract Infection
Protective association mainly seen in women, in never smokers, and for uncomplicated UTI
Cord Blood Does Not Improve Socialization Skills in Autism
Single CB infusion does not improve socialization skills or reduce symptoms for children with ASD
Walgreens and Kroger Halt E-Cigarette Sales
Decision due to the 'increasingly complex regulatory environment associated with these products'
Hydroxychloroquine Plus Macrolides No Benefit in COVID-19
Hydroxychloroquine, chloroquine with or without macrolides linked to in-hospital mortality, arrhythmia
Nutrient Intake Inadequate in Many Pregnant Women in U.S.
Almost all at risk for excessive sodium consumption
Risk for COVID-19 Increased for Adults Taking PPIs
Dose-response relationship observed; risk up 3.67-fold for those using PPIs up to twice daily
Reviews Assess Tools to Identify, Diagnose, Treat Alzheimer Dementia
Many cognitive tests can differentiate clinical Alzheimer-type dementia from normal cognition
Long Working Hours May Up Risk for Masked, Sustained HTN
Working 49+ hours/week associated with increased prevalence of masked, sustained hypertension
Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Likely to Get COVID-19 Vaccine
However, lower education, income, and perceived threat of COVID-19 tied to lower likelihood
Reducing Air Pollution Could Cut Rates of Childhood Asthma
Compliance with hypothetical standard of 20 ppb NO2 estimated to result in 20 percent reduction in asthma
Evidence Says Antipsychotics Do Not Prevent Delirium in Adults
Evidence also refutes routine use of haloperidol, second-generation antipsychotics for tx of delirium
Exposure to Urban Air Pollution May Up Risk of Multiple Sclerosis
Adjusted risk 29 percent higher among those residing in more urbanized areas
Modeling Studies Show Cervical Cancer Could Be Eliminated
And mortality could be reduced by about one-third by 2030 and almost completely by 2120
ACC: E-Cigarette Use Continues to Rise
Authors say long-term health consequences remain unknown
Daily Cannabis Use More Common in Distressed Individuals
But use increasing among those with and without past-month serious psychological distress
Meta-Analysis Links Smoking to COVID-19 Disease Progression
Risk for COVID-19 progression nearly double for smokers versus nonsmokers
Stomach Virus Strikes 170 Yosemite Visitors, Staff
Two cases confirmed as norovirus, and most of the others are consistent with the virus
New Rules Seek to Increase Organ Transplants in U.S.
New rules include reimbursing donors for lost wages, tightening standards for organ procurement organizations
USPSTF Recommends Screening Adults for Illicit Drug Use
Evidence inadequate to weigh the balance of benefits and harms of screening for adolescents
Continuing Blood Pressure Meds Safe for Those With COVID-19
No difference in outcomes seen among hospitalized COVID-19 patients continuing, discontinuing renin-angiotensin system inhibitors
CV MRI Noninferior to Invasive Angiography + FFR in Stable CAD
CV MRI noninferior to invasive angiography, fractional flow reserve for guiding revascularization
Case Description Can Reliably Define Acute Flaccid Myelitis
Differences between patients with AFM, other diagnoses include asymmetry of weakness
Oral Contraceptive Pill May Protect Against ACL Tears
Risk for acute cruciate ligament reconstruction reduced while on OCP, especially for 15- to 19-year-olds
Oncology Clinical Trials Decline During Pandemic
Decline in trial launches could have long-term negative impact, authors say
Middle-Age Lifestyle Changes Can Cut Women’s Stroke Risk
Effective strategies include quitting smoking, starting exercise, maintaining healthy weight, eating healthy food
Initial Invasive Strategy No Better in Stable Coronary Disease
But invasive strategy may improve angina-related status in those with coronary disease, ischemia
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
AAD: Isotretinoin Exposure for Acne Not Linked to Depression Risk
Acne patients with, without isotretinoin exposure had no significant difference in depression frequency
Composition of Gut Microbiome Altered in Patients With COVID-19
Several gut commensals with known immunomodulatory potential underrepresented in patients with COVID-19
Sugar-Sweetened Beverages May Adversely Affect Lipid Profile
Greater decrease in HDL, increase in triglycerides seen for regular versus low consumption level
Romosozumab Increases Bone Formation, Cuts Bone Resorption
Lower values for resorption end points at month two persisted to month 12, indicating reduced turnover
Acetaminophen Safe as First-Line Analgesic for Most Older Adults
But there may be a higher stroke risk in elderly patients with diabetes taking the drug
Midlife Systemic Inflammation Linked to Later Cognitive Decline
Individuals with a midlife inflammation composite score in top quartile had 7.8 percent steeper decline
COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake Moderately High for Residents at SNFs
Median of 77.8 percent of residents and 37.5 percent of staff members per facility received one or more doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Many Health Care Workers Face Risk for Poor Outcomes With COVID-19
26.6 percent of health care workers with patient contact at risk due to age, chronic conditions
FDA: Breast Implants Linked to Cancer Can Still Be Sold in U.S.
Agency considering new patient warnings and checklists for the implants
For Substance Abusers, Odds of Opioid Use Up With Cannabis Use
For adults using nonmedical opioids, odds of opioid use are increased on days when cannabis is used
ADA: Vitamin D Supplementation Does Not Lower T2DM Risk
No significant difference in risk for type 2 diabetes seen for those receiving vitamin D, placebo
Exposure to Insecticide Might Explain ‘Sonic Attack’ in Cuba
Examination of 26 Canadian diplomats found traces of cholinesterase-inhibiting insecticides
Glucocorticoids Linked to Hospitalized Infection Risk in RA
Risk for hospitalized infections up for patients with RA receiving DMARDs with continued glucocorticoid use
FDA Bans Products That Help Kids Hide Vape Use From Parents
Companies risk additional FDA action if they do not stop manufacture, distribution, and sale of these products
T1DM May Up Progression of CAC During Menopausal Transition
Findings seen for progression of coronary artery calcium independent of other cardiovascular risk factors
Pessary Treatment Successful for Symptomatic Pelvic Organ Prolapse
75.3 percent of patients report successful pessary treatment at five-year follow-up, with discontinuation rates decreasing over time
FDA: Abbott Rapid COVID-19 Test Could Miss Infections
Research has suggested that the Abbott ID NOW point-of-care test may return false-negative results
Mobile Stroke Unit Care May Reduce Time to Thrombolysis
Findings seen in patients with suspected acute ischemic stroke in a densely populated urban area
Electronic Health Record Usability Graded F by Physicians
Physician-rated EHR usability independently linked to odds of burnout
Risk for Miscarriage Increased With Night Work During Pregnancy
Two or more night shifts during previous week tied to miscarriage risk after pregnancy week 8
Deep Learning Models Can Help Interpret Chest Radiographs
Models developed to detect pneumothorax, opacity, nodule or mass, fracture on frontal chest radiographs
Parent-Targeted Intervention Can Up Communication With Teens
Intervention increased adolescent-reported frequency of parent-teen communication about sex, alcohol
ASN: Finerenone May Slow Progression in CKD With T2DM
Risks for chronic kidney disease progression, CV events lower with finerenone versus placebo
Dual Sensory Impairment Ups Dementia Risk
Findings compared with individual or no sensory impairment
Drive-Through IOP Screening Clinic Feasible During COVID-19
Intraocular pressure screening clinic allows for continued management, including necessary changes in management
Perioperative Chemo Feasible for Resectable Pancreatic Cancer
Phase 2 randomized trial revealed similar overall survival for two active regimens compared with adjuvant therapy
Gender Differences Seen in Adverse Drug Reactions
Differences found in reaction symptoms and types of drugs tied to adverse reactions
Decrease Seen in Child Vaccination Coverage During COVID-19
Up-to-date status for all recommended vaccines down to 49.7 percent among children aged 5 months
Clinical Trial of AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Paused After Illness
Company investigating whether the illness may be a side effect of the vaccine
HIV-Infected Youth Less Likely to Achieve Viral Suppression
Findings seen in large national sample of youth despite similar rates of linkage to care as adults
Actionable Drug-Gene Interactions Common in U.K. Primary Care
Actionable drug-gene interactions identified in 19.1 to 21.1 percent of all new prescriptions for 56 drugs
Low Vitamin D May Reduce Mobility After Hip Fracture Surgery
Rates of walking at 30 days higher for those with 25(OH)D levels ≥12 ng/mL versus <12 ng/mL
Risk for Bone Fractures Up for Patients With Psoriatic Diseases
No difference in bone mineral density and no increased risk for osteoporosis seen for psoriatic disease patients versus controls
Laparoscopic Resection May Be An Option for CRC Liver Metastases
For resectable colorectal liver metastases, five-year survival rates similar with laparoscopic, open surgery
PARP Inhibitor Slows Progression of Advanced Ovarian Cancer
Veliparib added to chemotherapy, continued as maintenance tx prolongs progression-free survival
Many With Diabetes Engage in Underground Exchange of Medications, Supplies
Diabetes-specific financial stress predicts engagement in trading, receiving donated meds, supplies
COVID-19 Vaccine Scammers Proliferating on the ‘Dark Web’
Sharp rise seen in number of COVID-19 vaccine ads on the dark web; asking prices have doubled or even quadrupled in recent weeks
Shift in Birth Timing Tied to Decline in Birth Weights
Finding largely due to changes in obstetric practices toward cesarean deliveries, inductions from 1990 to 2013
Hearing Aid Use Tied to Lower Risk for Dementia, Depression, Falls
Findings revealed in large study of older adults with hearing loss
Vaccine Program Recovery Difficult After Public Scares
Misinformation is threat to resilience of vaccination programs globally, authors say
STI Incidence Up After Receipt of HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis
Younger age, greater partner number, group sex, but not condom use, linked to increased risk of STI
Douglas County, Colorado, Ranked as Healthiest Community
Seven of top 20 communities were in Colorado; nearly all adults in these counties exercise
Full Functionality After Hip Fracture Takes Two to Three Years
Older adults with large social networks experience better recovery
Bipartisan Bill to Curb Drug Costs Backed by White House
Senate bill does not give Medicare bargaining power but would cap out-of-pocket payments by beneficiaries
U.S. Surgeon General Warns of Marijuana’s Effect on Developing Brain
AAP has long advised young people and pregnant or breastfeeding women not to use marijuana
Trial Results Unclear for Benefit of Longer Hemodialysis Sessions
Intervention uptake not sufficient to assess impact of longer hemodialysis sessions on patient outcomes
Four Clinical Phenotypes Identified for Sepsis
Phenotype distributions similar in derivation, validation cohorts; highest mortality for γ phenotype
NOACs Recommended as First-Line Prevention of Stroke in A-Fib
Updated guidelines also emphasize weight loss for overweight, obese patients with atrial fibrillation
ICU Beds Lacking in Low-Income Neighborhoods Across the U.S.
Authors say policies facilitating hospital coordination urgently needed to mitigate the effects of COVID-19
Only One in Four U.S. Hospitals With ICUs Have Tele-ICU Services
Wide regional variation seen for availability of telehealth outpatient visits, tele-ICU services
High-Risk Drinking Could Further Increase Liver Disease
Interventions to address high-risk drinking needed to cut cirrhosis, mortality
Changing EHR Systems May Up Operating Times for Eye Surgery
Institutions should consider if expected benefits of deploying a new EHR system outweigh potential risks
Smoking Has Long-Term Impact on Peripheral Artery Disease Risk
Risk for peripheral artery disease remains 30 years after smoking cessation
Guidance Lists New First-Line Treatment for Severe Malaria in the U.S.
With discontinuation of quinidine, IV artesunate is now first-line drug for treatment of malaria
Model Can Predict Sepsis Risk for Emergency Medical Admissions
Computer-aided National Early Warning Score model makes use of data already collected by clinicians
CDC Clarifies Guideline on Opioid Prescribing for Chronic Pain
Clarification pertains to opioid prescribing for cancer patients, cancer survivors, sickle cell disease
Major Surgery Linked to Lasting Change in Cognitive Trajectory
Major surgery on average tied to additional decline equivalent to less than five months of cognitive aging
Rapid Progression Noted in Artificial Stone Silicosis
Progressive massive fibrosis increased from 6.6 to 37.7 percent after mean follow-up of 4.1 years
Black Race Not Tied to Worse Prostate Cancer Mortality
Findings seen in cohorts of men with nonmetastatic disease after adjusting for nonbiological differences
Hospital-Level Home Acute Care Can Cut Costs, Health Care Use
Less frequent readmission seen within 30 days with hospital-level care at home for acutely ill
FDA: Pulmonary Embolism Risk Up With Tofacitinib 10 mg for RA
Safety clinical trial shows risk for PE, death with 10-mg dose versus 5-mg dose, TNF inhibitor
CDC: Workplace Absenteeism High in 2017/2018 Flu Season
Peak level was significantly higher than the average during previous five influenza seasons
Most Women Do Not Regret Genetic Testing Before IVF
Some level of regret is common, but women are overwhelmingly satisfied with decision
VA May Have to Pay Billions for Veterans’ Emergency Care Claims
Law says VA must pay emergency medical expenses if they are not covered by private insurance
Long-Term Flavonoid Intake Tied to Lower Alzheimer Risk
Findings seen for both Alzheimer disease and related dementias during nearly 20 years of follow-up
Behavioral Therapy First Step for Overactive Bladder in Men
Combination therapy better than drug therapy alone, but not better than behavioral therapy alone
Chimpanzee Adenovirus COVID-19 Vaccine Promising in Seniors
Immunogenicity similar across age groups; vaccine better tolerated in older versus younger adults
AHA: Remote Cardiac Rehab Is Effective Alternative to On-Site Programs
Two studies show no significant reduction in patient acceptance, adherence to virtual CR; remote CR as effective as outpatient CR
Healthy Diet Tied to Lower Odds of Physical Impairment in Men
Findings seen for higher intake of vegetables, nuts, legumes, and lower intake of meat, sugary drinks
Western Diet Tied to Adult Acne
Large survey shows diets high in fatty, sugary foods and drinks and milk associated with current acne
Spine Surgery Safely Performed in Some Very Elderly Patients
In a carefully defined cohort of patients 80 years and older, 20 percent had perioperative complications
Gaps in Physician Knowledge, Management of Prediabetes ID’d
Primary care doctors have limited knowledge about screening, management for prediabetes
Good CV Health Metrics From Midlife May Lower Dementia Risk
Dementia risk significantly lower for those with intermediate, ideal level of behavioral cardiovascular health in midlife and late life
Prices Will Soon Be Included in TV Drug Ads
Regulations will require companies to disclose prices of meds costing more than $35 for a month's supply
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitors Protect the Heart
Findings show benefit for cardiovascular disease in patients with type 2 diabetes regardless of kidney function
Three Novel Loci Associated With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ID’d
Genetic links with obesity, T2DM, lipids suggest shared genetic architecture for PCOS, metabolic traits
Docetaxel Chemo Ups Survival in High-Risk Localized Prostate Cancer
Findings based on addition of docetaxel chemotherapy to androgen suppression, radiotherapy
Most Diabetes Phone Apps Lack Education, Support Functions
Most apps do not trigger alert escalation with consecutive low or high blood glucose values
Patients With COVID-19 Mount Acute Cortisol Stress Response
High cortisol concentrations associated with increased mortality, reduced median survival
CDC Recommends No Travel for Thanksgiving
Agency says it is best to restrict Thanksgiving dinners to people living in the same household
Health Coaches Improve Inhaler Use in COPD Patients
Significant improvements in inhaler adherence, technique seen for low-income patients
Continuing Full Induction Regimen Not Beneficial in Metastatic CRC
Maintenance therapy shows benefit versus observation in terms of PFS but not overall survival
Low Vitamin D, Smoking Predict Worse Cognitive Function in MS
Higher vitamin D predicted better cognitive performance, while smoking predicted worse performance
Anesthesiologists Shift Practice From OR to ICU During Pandemic
Given drop in elective and nonemergency procedures, two-thirds of practices shifted to critical care
Cough Sound Analyzer Helps Differentiate Peds Respiratory Disorders
Automated analyzer can aid in diagnosing asthma, pneumonia, croup, bronchiolitis, LRI
Coronary Artery Calcium May Help Predict CVD in South Asians
CAC incidence similar in South Asian men versus white, black, Latino men; higher than Chinese
Women More Likely to Suffer Nighttime Sudden Cardiac Death
Other independent risk factors include central nervous system-affecting drugs and COPD or asthma
ALA: Lung Cancer Survival Has Increased Nationally to 22.6 Percent
People of color face worse outcomes, have lower likelihood of being diagnosed early, receiving surgery
Higher Mortality Seen for Male Breast Cancer Patients
Clinical characteristics, undertreatment correlated with 63.3 percent excess mortality rate for men