One-Third of Women Willing to Delay Rx for Suspected UTI
In majority of women willing to delay antibiotics, symptoms spontaneously resolve within one week
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

CDC: Listeria Mainly Affects Old, Pregnant, Immunocompromised
About 20 percent of infections result in death, mainly among elderly and as stillbirth/miscarriage
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Irregular Heartbeat May Speed Cognitive Decline
Findings based on longitudinal assessments of older adults without stroke
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Shared-Care Model Improves Professional Satisfaction
Findings based on innovations gathered from 23 high-functioning primary care practices
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Aspirin Post Hip Replacement OK for Extended Prophylaxis
Aspirin for 28 days non-inferior and as safe as dalteparin for preventing venous thromboembolism
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Few Physicians Meeting Meaningful Use in Early 2012
Managing patient populations with electronic systems not easy for many physicians
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Weight Loss Diets Improve Renal Function in Obese
Low-fat, Mediterranean, and low-carbohydrate diets are similarly effective regardless of diabetes
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Office-Based Physicians Making More Patient Referrals to ER
Increase in admissions from EDs from 2003 to 2009; docs relying on EDs for complex work-ups
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Twitter Analysis Can Inform Vaccination Campaigns
Most medical information shared on Twitter is from substantiated, professional sources
Wednesday, June 05, 2013

CDC: Small Drop in Those With Difficulty Paying Medical Bills
Decrease in adults (<65 years) and children in families with difficulty paying medical bills
Tuesday, June 04, 2013

Health of Nation Reviewed With Focus on Emergency Care
Twenty percent of people reported visiting emergency department at least once in last year
Monday, June 03, 2013

Compassion, Altruism Can Be Taught
Altered neural responses to suffering may further increase altruistic behavior
Friday, May 31, 2013

New Meds, Medical Devices Up Heart Failure Outcomes
Findings in patients with advanced heart failure referred to a tertiary university medical center
Friday, May 31, 2013

Acute Coronary Syndrome-Related PTSD Impacts Sleep
In post-ACS recovery period, important to consider sleep for cardiac prognosis, treatment strategy
Friday, May 31, 2013

Aggressive Lowering of BP May Up Risk of CHD in Diabetes
Blood pressures below 120/70 mm Hg linked with increased risk of coronary heart disease
Friday, May 31, 2013

New Statement Released by Anticoagulation Forum
Consensus statement to help organizations develop better systems to cut medication errors
Friday, May 31, 2013

Exserohilum rostratum Can Relapse After Antifungal Tx
80-year-old man relapses after antifungal therapy, resolution of symptoms and CSF white-cell count
Friday, May 31, 2013

Meta-Analysis Compares Vascular Risks for NSAIDs
Diclofenac and possibly ibuprofen linked to increased vascular risk; less risk for naproxen
Thursday, May 30, 2013

Economics, Health Explain U.S. Women's Mortality Inequalities
Employment, smoking contribute to widening mortality gap across education levels
Thursday, May 30, 2013

Patients Who Share in Care Decisions May Up Costs of Care
Hospitalized patients who preferred to be involved in care decisions had longer stays and higher costs
Thursday, May 30, 2013

Emotions in Alzheimer's Linked to Changes in Brain Size
Disease progression associated with increases in emotional contagion
Thursday, May 30, 2013

Comparable Benefits for Psychotherapies in Depression
Meta-analysis of seven types of treatment show comparable benefits
Thursday, May 30, 2013

One-Third of Medical Students Have Implicit Anti-Fat Bias
Most are unaware of their significant implicit bias, although it could affect quality of care
Thursday, May 30, 2013

For Women, Calcium Intake Tied to Reduced Mortality Risk
Link not modified by vitamin D intake; no link observed with vitamin D or calcium intake in men
Thursday, May 30, 2013

Odds of Mortality Up With Elective Surgery on Friday, Weekend
Significantly increased risk of mortality within 30 days for Friday, weekend versus Monday surgery
Thursday, May 30, 2013

Majority of Clinicians Support Medicinal Marijuana Use
Based on votes and responses to interactive feature, 76 percent support use of marijuana
Thursday, May 30, 2013

Doc Passengers Assist in Half of In-Flight Medical Emergencies
Most common in-flight medical problems syncope, respiratory symptoms, nausea and vomiting
Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Racial Disparity Exists in Time to Treat Prostate Cancer
Findings consistent across all risk groups, with most pronounced difference in high-risk cancer
Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Billions Can Be Saved With Pharmacy Benefit Management
Strategies include use of generic drugs, affordable brands, negotiation of pharmacy dispensing fee
Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Most Heart Attack Patients Want to Decide Treatment
About two-thirds of hospitalized patients prefer an active role in shared decision-making
Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Transparency Key to Improving Value Care for Patients
Data on price, utilization, and quality should be made publicly available to ensure greater value
Wednesday, May 29, 2013

ACSM: Minneapolis-St. Paul Tops 2013 U.S. Fitness Index
As in 2012, Minneapolis-St. Paul tops rankings; Washington, D.C., second; Oklahoma City last
Wednesday, May 29, 2013

ASC: Rapid BP Lowering Tx No Better for Intracerebral Bleed
No significant reduction in death, severe disability with intensive versus guideline-recommended tx
Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Parkinson's Risk Linked to Pesticide, Solvent Exposure
High-quality case control studies show risk up with exposure to pesticides, herbicides, solvents
Tuesday, May 28, 2013

AAN Releases Periprocedural Anticoagulant Care Guideline
Risk of bleeding from antithrombotic medications varies according to medical procedure
Tuesday, May 28, 2013

HHS: End-of-2013 Targets for EHR Use Already Reached
>50 percent of doctor offices, 80 percent of eligible hospitals using electronic health records
Tuesday, May 28, 2013

ESC: Heart Failure Outcomes Vary With Timing of Admission
Mortality, length of stay worse for January, Friday, and 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. admissions
Tuesday, May 28, 2013

ESC: Coenxyme Q10 Beneficial for Heart Failure
Patients receiving supplementation have reduced heart failure hospitalization, cardiovascular death
Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Docs Anticipating Changes Ahead As ACA Progresses
Most expect ACA to continue as planned; expect further integration for themselves, hospitals
Monday, May 27, 2013

Pain Conditions Linked to Increased Risk of Suicide
Back, migraine, and psychogenic pain increases risk of suicide in patients using VHA services
Monday, May 27, 2013

Depression Linked to Severe Hypoglycemia in Diabetes
Shorter time to first episode, higher number of severe episodes in depressed versus non-depressed
Friday, May 24, 2013

Glaucoma Drugs Linked to Eyelid Drooping
Prostaglandin analogues associated with problems that can interfere with vision
Friday, May 24, 2013

No Benefit of Intensive Insulin Rx in Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized
Guidelines from the American College of Physicians note that insulin may cause harm
Friday, May 24, 2013

Glucosamine Supplementation Linked to Intraocular Pressure
Reversible effect seen, with drop in intraocular pressure after discontinuation of supplementation
Friday, May 24, 2013

About One in Four Uninsured Could Be Excluded From ACA
Twenty-seven percent of those eligible for assistance tax credits do not have checking account
Friday, May 24, 2013

Data Support Basing Health Decisions on Both Benefit, Cost
Health care cost varies from $2 to $224 per month of health status-adjusted life expectancy
Friday, May 24, 2013

Three Reports Discuss Issues Surrounding Blood Transfusion
Best practices for transfusion, alternatives to blood, management of blood supply discussed
Friday, May 24, 2013

Frequent Heartburn Linked to Cancer of Pharynx and Larynx
Antacid use may lower risk
Thursday, May 23, 2013

Mediterranean Diet Preserves Cognition in the Aging Brain
Diet enhanced with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts better than low-fat diet for global cognition
Thursday, May 23, 2013

Direct Primary Care Model Beneficial for Patients, Docs
Direct primary care practices charge monthly fee, allowing patients to access range of services
Thursday, May 23, 2013

Not All U.K. Health Records Capturing Myocardial Infarction
Electronic primary care, hospital, disease, and death records each miss 25 to 50 percent of MIs
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Stroke-Related Costs Expected to Rise 129 Percent by 2030
Effective preventive, acute care, rehab services will have both medical, societal benefits
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

ATS: Azithromycin Delays Next Hospitalization in COPD
Significant prolongation of time to next respiratory hospitalization with antibiotics
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Sodium, Water Restriction Not Found Beneficial in Heart Failure
No effect seen on weight loss or clinical stability with aggressive sodium, fluid restriction
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Systematic Screening of Med Adherence Will ID Barriers
Tailored interventions will be feasible following systematic monitoring of adherence
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

ATS: High Prevalence of COPD Misdiagnosis Among Uninsured
Only 17.5 percent of patients had spirometry before diagnosis; nearly half had no obstruction
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

ATS: Lung Cancer Diagnosis 7 Percent With Low-Dose CT
Preliminary rate of diagnosis 7 percent among patients at Boston Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

SSRI Reduces Stress-Induced Myocardial Ischemia
Escitalopram reduces mental stress-induced ischemia in at-risk patients
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

ATS: Short Steroid Course Non-Inferior for COPD Exacerbations
Five-day systemic glucocorticoid tx non-inferior to 14-day tx for reexacerbations within 180 days
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

ATS: Injured Women Receive Less Trauma Care Than Men
Findings point to consistent gender gap regardless of mechanism of injury or income
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

CDC Presents Recent Trends in Health Behaviors of U.S. Adults
About 20 percent current smokers; 64.9 percent current drinkers; 62.1 percent overweight, obese
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Comorbidities Up Other-Cause Death for Men With Prostate CA
For older men with nonmetastatic prostate cancer, number of comorbidities ties to other-cause death
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

ATS: Air, Noise Pollution May Raise Cardiovascular Risk
Exposure to particulate matter, nighttime noise from traffic linked to subclinical atherosclerosis
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Case Survival Reflects Hospital Performance in Cardiac Arrest
Hospitals with high case-survival rates for cardiac arrest also have lower incidence
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

DDW: Weight Loss Improves GERD Symptoms
But regaining even small amounts of weight worsens symptoms
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

ATS: Nighttime Intensivist Staffing Doesn't Cut ICU Stay
Intensivist staffing on night of admission also has no effect on ICU mortality, other end points
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Increase in ICU Admissions From Emergency Departments
From 2002/2003 to 2008/2009, 48.8 percent increase in ICU admissions from ERs in U.S.
Monday, May 20, 2013

Digital Divide Exists With Physician EHR Adoption
Adopters found to be optimistic about IT's potential, while non-adopters remain skeptical
Monday, May 20, 2013

AHA: Variation in Outpatient Cardiac Risk Factor Management
Considerable variation in hypertension and hyperlipidemia control; tobacco screening
Friday, May 17, 2013

AHA: iPhone App Transmits Heart Images Quickly
App is accurate and more reliable than standard e-mail transmission
Friday, May 17, 2013

DSM-4 Task Force Chairman Advises Caution With DSM-5
Diagnostic changes are likely to lead to overdiagnosis, unnecessary treatment, high costs
Friday, May 17, 2013

Prednisolone Disturbs Carbohydrate Metabolism
Patients with inflammatory diseases should consider other anti-inflammatory agents
Friday, May 17, 2013

Review: Exercise Indeed Beneficial for Major Depression
Exercise beneficial as monotherapy or adjunct tx; maximum effect with 10 to 12 weeks exercise
Friday, May 17, 2013

Study Reviews Readmissions in Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities
Study finds most Medicare beneficiaries treated in IPFs exhibit characteristics linked to readmission
Friday, May 17, 2013

Many Patients Would Switch Doc to Cut Health Care Costs
For most patients willing to switch, saving of $500 to $1,000 annually enough to justify switch
Thursday, May 16, 2013

Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Tied to Lower Alzheimer's Risk
Same association not seen with Alzheimer's and other diagnosis or with all-cause dementia
Thursday, May 16, 2013

Cancer Diagnosis Tied to Increased Bankruptcy Risk
Findings show younger cancer patients are increasingly vulnerable to bankruptcy
Thursday, May 16, 2013

ASH: Practicing Yoga May Help Lower Blood Pressure
Yoga two to three times a week on average lowers both systolic and diastolic BP by three points
Thursday, May 16, 2013

ASH: Ringing Cell Phones May Cause Rise in Blood Pressure
BP rise less dramatic in hypertensive patients who more frequently use mobile phones
Thursday, May 16, 2013

Meds for Back Pain Tied to Higher Erectile Dysfunction Risk
Dose and duration of opioid use associated with increased odds of erectile dysfunction
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

ASH: People With Hypertension Prefer Higher Salt Taste
Use of other seasonings in food can curb preference for higher salt intake
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Surgeon Variation Affects QoL After Prostatectomy
Significant associations seen in men's urinary and sexual function based on surgeon
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Overinterpretation Common in Diagnostic Accuracy Studies
Imaging studies have similar proportions of overinterpretation, misreporting
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Combination Osteoporosis Rx Further Improves Bone Density
Teriparatide and denosumab administered together more effective than either therapy alone
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Insomnia Tied to Greater Health Care Utilization
More hospitalizations, home health care, nursing home use with increasing insomnia symptoms
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Dual Chamber ICDs Linked to More Complications
Single- and dual-chamber devices associated with similar mortality and hospitalization rates
Tuesday, May 14, 2013

IOM: Health Effects of Further Lowering Sodium Unclear
Higher sodium intake tied to heart disease; insufficient evidence to determine optimal intake
Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Hospital Hypoglycemia Rates Up in Black Men With Diabetes
Home diabetes regimen partially explains the increased risk of hypoglycemia
Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Cognitive Health Info From Doctors Found to Be Lacking
Most patients get info from TV, magazines; only 7.8 percent report receiving info from physicians
Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Review: In-Hospital Antibiotic Rx Behavior Can Be Improved
Meta-analyses show that restrictive and persuasive methods improve prescribing in hospital setting
Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Creative Arts Therapies Up Mental Health for Cancer Patients
Review shows significant reductions in anxiety, depression, pain; improved QoL during treatment
Monday, May 13, 2013

No Change in Sodium Content of Ready Food From '05 to '11
And, meals at sit-down restaurants have nearly a full day's worth of fat, more than a day's sodium
Monday, May 13, 2013

Social Considerations Not Accounted for in DSM-5
Other forces that drive the diagnosis of mental disorders not adequately considered, editorial says
Monday, May 13, 2013

USPSTF Recommends Screening Adults for Alcohol Misuse
Brief intervention should be provided for those who engage in risky or hazardous behavior
Monday, May 13, 2013

New FDA Survey to Assess Doc Attitudes on DTC Advertising
New survey will examine attitudes among non-physicians, including nurses, physician assistants
Monday, May 13, 2013

Specific Antibiograms Needed for Outpatients in Primary Care
Differences in susceptibility to ciprofloxacin among P. aeruginosa for inpatients, primary care
Friday, May 10, 2013

Depression Overdiagnosed, Overtreated in the Community
Those more educated, with poorer overall health were more likely to meet major depression criteria
Friday, May 10, 2013

User Satisfaction With Electronic Health Records Down
Twelve percent decrease in user satisfaction since 2010; increase in very dissatisfied users
Friday, May 10, 2013

Poor Service, Bedside Manner Top Patients' Online Complaints
Review of 'rate-your-doctor' websites reveals patients' most common gripes
Friday, May 10, 2013

One in Eight Over Age 60 Reports Memory Loss, Confusion
Study provides baseline estimate of those who might require services, support in the future
Friday, May 10, 2013

HRS: iPad2 Can Trigger Magnet Mode in Defibrillators
Magnets embedded in iPad2 cover and body trigger magnet mode; suspend anti-tachycardia tx
Thursday, May 09, 2013

In Most States, Primary Care Medicaid Payments to Increase
In 2013, average increase of 73 percent in Medicaid payments for primary care services
Thursday, May 09, 2013

Antidepressants Benefit Post-CABG Mental Health Recovery
Escitalopram doesn't affect mortality, morbidity, but improves depression, mental health
Thursday, May 09, 2013

HRS: No Need to Stop Warfarin for Pacemaker, ICD Surgery
Fewer significant pocket-device hematomas for continued warfarin versus bridging heparin
Thursday, May 09, 2013

AUA: Primary Care Treatment for UTI Could Save $2 Billion
Treatment in the emergency room more expensive
Thursday, May 09, 2013

AUA: Death Up in Weekend ER Visits for Prostate Cancer Patients
Patients with metastatic prostate cancer who visit ER over the weekend have increased odds of death
Thursday, May 09, 2013

AUA: ER Visits for Hematuria Pose Sizeable Economic Burden
Studies show increased costs for patients who undergo imaging; considerable annual ER charges
Thursday, May 09, 2013

Smartphones, Smartphone Apps Increasingly Used by Docs
Two reports show use of smartphones and apps for professional purposes is increasing
Thursday, May 09, 2013

HHS Releases Data on Inpatient Charges for Hospital Services
HHS is also providing funding to data centers to collate, analyze, publish data to assist consumers
Thursday, May 09, 2013

Skin Cancer Tx Mostly Surgical, Regardless of Life Expectancy
For nonmelanoma skin cancer, treatment choice unaffected by patient prognosis
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

n-3 Fatty Acids No Benefit for High-Risk Cardio Patients
No drop in cardiovascular mortality or morbidity for patients without myocardial infarction
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Only Half Newly Reported HCV Cases Receiving Follow-Up Test
HCV antibody positivity and HCV RNA positivity more likely among those born from 1945 to 1965
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

ARVO: Additional Nutrients Do Not Reduce Progression to AMD
Adding carotenoids, omega-3s does not further lower risk of age-related macular degeneration
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

AAFP Member Urges Investment in Primary Care
During testimony to Congress committee, emphasis on support for a strong primary care service
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Application for Health Coverage Has Been Simplified, Shortened
First-time consumers will be able to complete one three-page application, see all available options
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

AUA: Many Men With Erectile Dysfunction Untreated
Under-treatment persists despite heavy promotion in the media
Monday, May 06, 2013

Belief in God Tied to Greater Psychiatric Treatment Response
Belief in God linked to reduced depression, self-harm even after controlling for age and gender
Monday, May 06, 2013

AUA: Incidence of Testicular Cancer Up Through 2009
Largest increase seen for Hispanic men, at 5.6 percent annually from 2002 to 2009
Monday, May 06, 2013

Self-Medicating With Alcohol Linked to Later Dependence
Self-medicating for mood disorders linked to subsequent incident and persistent dependence
Friday, May 03, 2013

Patients Most Annoyed by Long Waits, Unclear Test Results
Survey regarding doctor's office grievances identifies patients' top pet peeves
Friday, May 03, 2013

Video Games Improve Cognition in Older Adults
Games improve visual speed of processing
Friday, May 03, 2013

For Living Donor, Liver Transplant Mortality Rate at 0.2 Percent
Higher experience tied to lower rates of aborted hepatectomies and near-miss events in donors
Friday, May 03, 2013

CDC: About One in Five U.S. Adults Meets Exercise Guidelines
In 2011, 20.6 percent of adults met guidelines for both aerobic activity and muscle strengthening
Friday, May 03, 2013

AHA: Lifestyle Changes May Reduce Blood Clot Risk
Ideal levels of physical activity, body mass index most significantly linked to risk
Friday, May 03, 2013

Medicaid Coverage Doesn't Lead to Better Physical Health
After two years, no reductions noted in measured BP, cholesterol, or glycated hemoglobin levels
Thursday, May 02, 2013

CDC: Big Increase in Middle-Aged Suicides Seen 1999-2010
Suicide rate increased nationally, particularly among whites, American Indian/Alaska Natives
Thursday, May 02, 2013

Nearly One-Third Don't Pick Up New Osteoporosis Rx
Women receiving Rx from rheumatology, internist practicing 10 or more years more likely to get meds
Thursday, May 02, 2013

Health Industry Payment Details to Be Publicly Available
New CMS website will detail financial ties between drug, device manufacturers and docs, hospitals
Thursday, May 02, 2013

AHA: Mediterranean Diet Improves Cholesterol Measures
Findings in men with metabolic syndrome, even without accompanying weight loss
Thursday, May 02, 2013

AHA: Blood Vessel Function Better With Controversial Diet
Restriction of lectin-containing foods, adding 'anti-aging' supplements reduces endothelial dysfunction
Thursday, May 02, 2013

Penicillin Prophylaxis Prevents Recurrent Leg Cellulitis
Protective effect disappears after stopping treatment
Wednesday, May 01, 2013

SAMHSA: Sharp Rise in ER Visits Due to Zolpidem
Emergency department visits up over 200 percent from 2005 to 2010
Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Female Smokers More Susceptible to Colon Cancer
Female smokers have significantly increased risk, particularly for proximal colon cancer
Tuesday, April 30, 2013

More Than One-Third of Stroke Patients Don't Utilize EMS
Rural and minority patients have decreased odds of emergency medical services use
Tuesday, April 30, 2013

FDA Approves Kcentra to Reverse Anticoagulation
Can be administered faster than plasma to stop severe bleeding in heart patients
Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Renewed Efforts From AAFP to Repeal OTC Provision in ACA
Provision will increase costs to health care system; add to burden on physician offices
Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Multicenter Study Links Peri-Op SSRI Use to Adverse Outcomes
Increased odds of in-hospital mortality, bleeding, 30-day readmission, after adjustment
Tuesday, April 30, 2013

High Doses of Saw Palmetto Appear Safe Over 18 Months
No evidence of toxicity for patients given doses of up to 960 mg daily for up to 18 months
Monday, April 29, 2013

Mediterranean Diet Adherence Cuts Cognitive Impairment
Lower likelihood of incident cognitive impairment, especially among individuals without diabetes
Monday, April 29, 2013

USPSTF Recommends Universal HIV Screening From Age 15 to 65
Grade A recommendations include screening older and younger at-risk individuals, pregnant women
Monday, April 29, 2013

Hawaii Is Least Stressed State With Highest Enjoyment Levels
Based on Gallup-Healthways poll, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Iowa, Wyoming are least stressed
Monday, April 29, 2013

Rx for High-Risk Meds Varies Widely in Medicare Advantage
Women, whites, low-income patients, and those in the South more likely to receive high-risk meds
Monday, April 29, 2013

Zoledronic Acid Linked to Early Increase in Sclerostin Levels
For postmenopausal women, sclerostin up within two days; returns near to baseline after 360 days
Monday, April 29, 2013

FDA Announces New Network to Focus Exclusively on Patients
Interactive tool designed to educate patients and advocates about processes of drug development
Monday, April 29, 2013

Medical Interns Spending Less Time With Patients
More time being spent at a computer since work hours were limited in 2011
Friday, April 26, 2013

One-Third of Female Marathon Runners Report Breast Pain
Breast cup size significantly related to reported symptoms of pain
Friday, April 26, 2013

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy Improves PTSD
Results based on an eight-week pilot program involving veterans seeking outpatient treatment
Friday, April 26, 2013

History of Skin Cancer Linked to Secondary Cancers
History of NMSC associated with a greater risk of secondary cancers at other sites
Friday, April 26, 2013

EB: Sleep Restriction Affects Respiratory, Vascular Control
With sleep restriction, central chemosensitivity increases and endothelial function decreases
Friday, April 26, 2013

Post-Fracture Targeting Boosts Osteoporosis Management
Mail-based interventions demonstrate better cost-effectiveness than usual care
Friday, April 26, 2013

Report Updates Impact of Hypoglycemia in Diabetes
Reviews outcomes, strategies, and current gaps in knowledge
Friday, April 26, 2013

Saturday Marks Sixth Annual Rx Drug Take-Back Day
Collection sites will be available around the country
Friday, April 26, 2013

Review: All Approved Drugs Similarly Prevent Migraines
Off-label angiotensin-inhibiting drugs and beta-blockers have favorable benefit-to-harm ratios
Thursday, April 25, 2013

Even Light Smoking Increases Risk of RA Among Women
Smoking cessation reduces, but does not eliminate, risk of rheumatoid arthritis
Thursday, April 25, 2013

Risk of Delay in Response to Patient E-Mails Up Over Weekend
Increased risk of messages not being opened within 12 hours, not receiving response in 36 hours
Thursday, April 25, 2013

Air Pollution Linked to Marker of Atherosclerosis
Greater exposure to air pollution associated with greater increases in artery thickness
Thursday, April 25, 2013

One 12-Ounce Sweet Drink a Day Ups Risk of T2DM 22 Percent
Association for sweet drinks persists, even after adjustment for energy intake, body mass index
Thursday, April 25, 2013

Prevalence, Costs of Heart Failure Estimated for 2030
More than eight million U.S. adults expected to have heart failure by 2030; $70 billion in costs
Thursday, April 25, 2013

Physicians Less Empathetic in Talking to Heavy Patients
Patient weight plays no role in quantity of physicians' biomedical communications
Thursday, April 25, 2013

Analgesics in Endurance Events Can Have Serious Adverse Effects
GI, kidney, and cardiovascular adverse events may increase with analgesic dose
Thursday, April 25, 2013

Diabetes Target Achievement Up From 1999 to 2010, More Needed
Only 14.3 percent meet targets for glycemic control, BP, LDL cholesterol, and tobacco use
Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Obesity Tied to Risk of Prostate Cancer After Negative Biopsy
Also associated with the presence of precancerous lesions in initial benign biopsy
Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Diagnostic Errors Are the Leading Type of Malpractice Claim
Diagnosis-related payments from 1986 to 2010 totaled $38.8 billion
Wednesday, April 24, 2013

AMA Reveals First Step Toward Improving Health Outcomes
First stage of initiative focuses on prevention of cardiovascular disease and diabetes
Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Peri-Noncardiac Op Exposure to β-Blockers Improves Outcome
Exposure tied to lower mortality for patients with two or more Revised Cardiac Risk Index factors
Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Severe Cutaneous Adverse Rxns Up in Allopurinol Initiators
SCARs are rare; usually occur within first 180 days of initiating treatment
Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Behaviors Indicative of More Trips to Buffet Table Identified
Serving oneself immediately and using larger plate linked to more trips at all-you-can-eat buffet
Tuesday, April 23, 2013

U.S. Shortfall in Neurologists Expected to Get Worse
Current national shortfall of 11 percent projected to increase to 19 percent by 2025
Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Interdisciplinary Model Ups Care of Hospitalized Elderly
Admission to MACE services linked to lower rates of adverse events, shorter length of stay
Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Mammogram Rates Unchanged Since USPSTF Recommendations
No decrease in mammography screening noted for women aged 40 to 49, 50 to 74 years
Monday, April 22, 2013

TEDMED: Patients Can Become Leaders on the Health Team
Communities can raise their own leaders; may be key approach to change at community level
Monday, April 22, 2013

TEDMED: Get the Joy Back Into Health and Wellness
Surgeon General talks about importance of bringing joy back into movement and medicine
Monday, April 22, 2013

TEDMED: Is the Obesity Crisis a Disguise for a Deeper Problem?
Surgeon-researcher discusses hypothesis that we may be 'blaming the victims'
Monday, April 22, 2013

Genetics Linked to Abnormal Alzheimer's Markers
Family history of late-onset Alzheimer's disease associated with abnormal cerebral markers
Friday, April 19, 2013

Patient-Centered Decision Making Ups Health Outcomes
Health care outcomes improved for 71 percent of contextual factors that were addressed by PCDM
Friday, April 19, 2013

Community Gardening Programs Linked to Lower BMI
Findings in both male and female participants compared to otherwise similar neighbors, siblings
Friday, April 19, 2013

FDA Approves Updated Label for Reformulated OxyContin
Reformulated OxyContin has physical, chemical properties that should cut potential for abuse
Friday, April 19, 2013

CDC: Traffic-Related Pedestrian Deaths Increasing With Age
Also higher for males and racial and ethnic minorities
Friday, April 19, 2013

Family-Centered Teaching Rounds Good for Patients, Students
Higher patient satisfaction with exam room presentations; many residents have concerns
Thursday, April 18, 2013

Relative Proportion of MRSA Increasing in S. aureus Isolates
Methicillin-sensitive S. aureus becoming more resistant to antibiotics
Thursday, April 18, 2013

Community Benefit Spending Varies for Tax-Exempt Hospitals
Most spent on charity care, patient services; less spent on community health improvement
Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Glutamine, Antioxidants No Benefit to Critically Ill Patients
Glutamine linked to increase in 28-day mortality among critically ill adults with multiorgan failure
Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Topical Treatment Effective for Toenail Fungal Infection
Mycologic cure rate significantly higher with 48 weeks of efinaconazole versus placebo
Friday, April 12, 2013

Topical Anesthetics Effective for Premature Ejaculation
Significant improvements seen for ejaculatory control, sexual satisfaction, and distress
Friday, April 12, 2013

ACS: Room for Improvement in Cancer Prevention, Detection
American Cancer Society stresses need to cut tobacco use, obesity; expand screening test use
Thursday, April 11, 2013

Speech Details Practices to Improve U.S. Health Systems
Mayo Clinic CEO outlines key steps to create high-quality, low-cost care in America
Thursday, April 11, 2013

Readmission Rates ID'd After Spine Stenosis Decompression
Surgery with fusion is seen at 9.7 percent after one year; 7.2 percent for decompression alone
Thursday, April 11, 2013

Sales Representatives Provide Inadequate Safety Information
Physicians ready to prescribe with lack of data on harmful effects of promoted medicines
Thursday, April 11, 2013

Patients Accepting, Grateful for Death With Dignity Program
Loss of autonomy, dignity, functional status are most commonly cited reasons for participation
Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Patients Using Different Rx Strategies to Save Money
Cost-saving strategies differ by age, health insurance status, and poverty status
Tuesday, April 09, 2013

Overall Alcohol Intake Not Tied to Breast CA-Specific Survival
Moderate intake pre-diagnosis may up disease-specific survival but no link found post-diagnosis
Tuesday, April 09, 2013

ACP: Men Need to Be Informed of PSA Testing Benefits, Harms
American College of Physicians' new screening guidance committee urges caution
Tuesday, April 09, 2013

NYC Health Department, ER Docs Clash Over Opioid Guidelines
Some believe the recommendations unfairly target N.Y.C. emergency physicians
Tuesday, April 09, 2013

Amiodarone Treatment Is Linked to Higher Cancer Risk
Medication for arrhythmias may pose peril, especially in males with increasing dose
Monday, April 08, 2013

African-Americans Are More Willing to Join in Research
They're more likely to participate than other groups, even if they need blood, genetic samples
Monday, April 08, 2013

Less Sodium, More Potassium Can Have Major Health Impact
Three meta-analyses show reduction in blood pressure, stroke, and cardiovascular mortality
Monday, April 08, 2013

Risk of Comorbidities Up With Hypoglycemia in T2DM
Risk of cardiovascular events, hospitalization, mortality up with mild, severe hypoglycemia
Monday, April 08, 2013

Novel Digital Stethoscope Detects Coronary Artery Disease
Technique may serve as an alternative to CT angiography in diagnosing CAD, study finds
Friday, April 05, 2013

Statins Show Protective Effect Against Acute Kidney Injury
Initiating use prior to coronary artery bypass grafting surgery may modestly reduce risks
Friday, April 05, 2013

Walking Reduces CHD Risk Factors as Much as Running
Decreases similar with equivalent energy expenditure by moderate/vigorous intensity exercise
Friday, April 05, 2013

EEG Proves Useful in Detection of Causes of In-Hospital Spells
Seizures common among those who undergo test due to altered mental status, study finds
Friday, April 05, 2013

Chronic Pain Syndromes Are Common After Ischemic Stroke
These events are associated with functional dependence and cognitive decline, study finds
Friday, April 05, 2013

Primary Care Model Ups African Americans' Glycemic Control
Education, coaching, medication intensification approach beneficial in type 2 diabetes
Thursday, April 04, 2013

Prevalence of Self-Reported Hypertension Rises in U.S.
Increase is small, but significant, and proportion of adults taking medication is up as well
Thursday, April 04, 2013

Low Risk With Normal Coronary Arteries, Nonobstructive CAD
Findings in patients presenting with acute chest pain undergoing coronary CT angiography
Thursday, April 04, 2013

Glucocorticoids Are Tied to Increased Risk of Clots
Higher rates of venous thromboembolism seen in both present and recent medication users
Thursday, April 04, 2013

Geographic Value Index May Not Produce Efficient Care
IOM interim report shows wide regional variations in care quality, costs
Thursday, April 04, 2013

CMS Announces Final Rates for Medicare Drug, Health Plans
Program updates for 2014 designed to lower beneficiary costs, increase value
Thursday, April 04, 2013

Annual Cost of Dementia About $200 Billion in U.S.
In 2010, annual costs between $157 and $215 billion; $11 billion of cost paid by Medicare
Wednesday, April 03, 2013

Rural Hospital Mortality Rates Climbed From 2002-2010
Findings look at Medicare beneficiaries treated for heart attack, heart failure, and pneumonia
Wednesday, April 03, 2013

Obama Administration Unveils The BRAIN Initiative
10-year initiative aims to find new ways to treat, cure, and prevent neurological disorders
Wednesday, April 03, 2013

Higher Plasma Fatty Acid Levels Tied to Reduced Mortality
Older patients have lower rates, especially for coronary heart disease-related death
Tuesday, April 02, 2013

Patients Taken Off Statins Can Be Re-Challenged With Success
Study finds halting therapy could lead to many preventable cardiovascular events
Tuesday, April 02, 2013

End-of-Life Talks Between Elderly, Doctors Inadequate
Most patients consider end-of-life care pre-hospitalization, appoint surrogate decision maker
Tuesday, April 02, 2013

Physical, Mental Activity Improve Seniors' Cognitive Function
No difference in cognitive improvements with physical, mental intervention versus active control
Tuesday, April 02, 2013

After Chest Pain, Outcomes Are Better With Cardiologist's Care
Follow-up within 30 days of ER visit was associated with decreased risk of death
Tuesday, April 02, 2013

Runners Achieve Greater Weight Loss Than Walkers
Male and female walkers spend less energy walking than runners spend running, study finds
Monday, April 01, 2013

Many Uninsured Vets Will Be Eligible for Medicaid Under ACA
But most of uninsured will have new coverage options only if their state expands Medicaid
Friday, March 29, 2013

Using Internet Search Logs Can Help Identify Drug Interactions
Tool may alert authorities to potential problems and aid in surveillance of adverse events
Thursday, March 28, 2013

Study: Primary Care Extension Program Should Be Funded
Authors say PCEP important to improving public health, translating research into practice
Thursday, March 28, 2013

Regional Variation Noted in Prevalence of Delayed Care
Populations in counties with high prevalence likely to be Hispanic, have low income, chronic disease
Thursday, March 28, 2013

Inpatient Deaths Fell by 8 Percent in Last Decade
But total number of hospitalizations increased by 11 percent
Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Social Isolation, Apart From Loneliness, Can Harm Health
Just living alone is tied to mortality even after adjustment for demographics, baseline health
Tuesday, March 26, 2013

AHA: Active Docs More Likely to Advise Patients to Be Active
Review sees link between health care providers' physical activity level, counseling offered
Friday, March 22, 2013

Mobility Impaired May Have Difficulty Accessing Docs
Inability to transfer patient from wheelchair to examination bed most commonly reported issue
Friday, March 22, 2013

Impact of Budget Sequestration on Health Care Discussed
Cuts will not be equal: Medicaid protected; 2 percent cut for Medicare; 8.2 percent cut for NIH
Thursday, March 21, 2013

Heart-Healthy Lifestyle Can Also Reduce Cancer Risk
Adherence to six or seven ideal health metrics linked to 51 percent lower risk of cancer
Thursday, March 21, 2013

Effect of Immigration Status on Medicaid Eligibility Discussed
Seventeen percent of low-income, uninsured nonelderly are unauthorized or recently legal
Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Chlorthalidone No Better Than Hydrochlorothiazide for HTN
Increased risk of hypokalemia seen with chlorthalidone among older adults
Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Total Knee Replacement Poses Large Public Health Burden
Prevalence of total knee replacement about 4.2 percent among U.S. adults aged 50 years or older
Wednesday, March 20, 2013

ER Discharge Dx/Disposition Discordant With Chief Complaint
Presenting complaints don't differ amongst patients needing primary care, urgent care, hospital admission
Tuesday, March 19, 2013

One in Three U.S. Seniors Dies With Alzheimer's or Dementia
More than five million have Alzheimer's in 2013; estimated $203 billion in direct costs to society
Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Barrier Assessment Improves Care for Elderly With Diabetes
Assessment of barriers to self-care, development of strategies to cope beats usual care
Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Conflict-of-Interest Disclosures Common at 2011 AAOS Meeting
All featured symposia at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons disclosed conflicts
Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Oral Melatonin Has No Effect on Appetite in Advanced Cancer
Study closes after no difference seen between melatonin and placebo groups with cachexia
Friday, March 15, 2013

Final Rule in Notice of Benefit, Payment Parameters Issued
Rule expands on existing standards for risk adjustment, reinsurance, risk corridors
Friday, March 15, 2013

Pharmaceutical Companies Are Reducing Promotional Spending
Much less spent to promote biologics compared with small molecule drugs, study finds
Friday, March 15, 2013

Cardio Risks Need Evaluation Before Prescribing Statins
Study examines doctors' approach in relationship to baseline heart disease risks
Friday, March 15, 2013

Health Insurance Exchanges Will Mainly Be Run by Feds
Federal government will establish exchanges for 26 states; state-run exchanges for 17 states, D.C.
Friday, March 15, 2013

Rules Must Evolve to Allow New Drugs for Early Alzheimer's
Use of single scale combining cognition, function could allow drugs to be approved for early disease
Thursday, March 14, 2013

Stimulated Reporting Accounts for High Dabigatran Bleeding
Analysis of FDA Mini-Sentinel database shows bleeding rates no higher than for warfarin
Thursday, March 14, 2013

Vitamin D3 Supplementation Lowers Systolic BP in Blacks
Oral regimen for three months found to be effective, but no result seen on diastolic readings
Thursday, March 14, 2013

Medicare Patients Enrolled in Hospice Receive Better Care
Greater savings to government also seen for those entering 15 to 30 days before death
Thursday, March 14, 2013

Self-Reported Vision Loss Is Associated With Depression
Study finds loss of function rather than loss of visual acuity a factor in emotional well-being
Thursday, March 14, 2013

Medicare Cancer Spending Has Little Effect on Survival
Despite substantial mean regional differences, no consistent association is found
Thursday, March 14, 2013

Geriatric Factors Can Foretell Tolerances to Chemotherapy
Regimen should be used with caution in patients with cognitive impairment or dependency
Thursday, March 14, 2013

Family Presence During CPR Has Positive Effect for Family
And, survival after in-hospital cardiac arrest linked to demographics and neurologic disability
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

FDA Reaffirms Azithromycin Tie to Heart Rhythm Abnormalities
Drug label has been updated to strengthen Warnings and Precautions section
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Post-PCI Bleeding Linked to Increased In-Hospital Mortality
An estimated 12.1 percent of deaths were related to bleeding complications
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

AAN: Add-On Drug Improves Memory in Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers find positive effect from first human trials of a selective adrenoceptor antagonist
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Post-Stroke Walking Improves Survivors' Quality of Life
Program of aerobic exercise also helped to extend endurance in patients
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Primary Care Noninferior for Management of Sleep Apnea
Sleepiness scores no worse for treatment under primary care model versus specialist model
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

$120 Million to Be Sequestered From Health Centers in 2013
Losses likely to be more severe for health centers that are especially grant dependent
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

ACC: Patient Preference-Based Treatment Improves Depression
Findings in patients following post-acute coronary syndrome; program could be cost-neutral
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Many Elderly Consider Cancer Screening Obligatory
Related study shows that screening colonoscopy is often given inappropriately in the elderly
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

ACC: High-Dose Vitamins Don't Cut Recurrent Cardiac Events
But high-dose vitamins plus active chelation may reduce events among patients with previous MI
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Processed Meat Consumption Linked to Higher Mortality Risk
Findings related to cardiovascular diseases, cancer, other causes of death
Monday, March 11, 2013

FDA Encourages Opioid Prescribers to Pursue Training
Continuing medical education provided by opioid manufacturers set to combat misuse and abuse
Monday, March 11, 2013

Shelf Life of Blood Appears Shorter Than Thought
Decreased membrane deformability not readily reversible after transfusion, small study finds
Friday, March 08, 2013

Estimated Cost of Diabetes $245 Billion in U.S. in 2012
Largest component of medical expenses is hospital inpatient care, accounting for 43 percent of cost
Friday, March 08, 2013

Doctors Decide to Use CT Scans, But With Little Talk of Risks
Only about a third of patients surveyed said physician discussed potential concerns
Friday, March 08, 2013

ACC: Weight Loss Linked to Adverse Outcomes With CRT-D
Risks up for patients with cardiac resynchronization therapy with cardioverter defibrillator
Thursday, March 07, 2013

Sleep Meds Up Hip Fracture Risk Among Nursing Home Residents
New users with mild cognitive impairment and those needing limited aid are most affected
Thursday, March 07, 2013

ACC: Seasonable Variation Observed in Lipid Profiles
High LDL-C more prevalent in winter; prevalence of low HDL-C and high triglycerides up in summer
Thursday, March 07, 2013

Insomnia Linked to Greater Risk of Heart Failure
Having more insomnia symptoms increases risk further
Thursday, March 07, 2013

Cochrane Group Skeptical About Latest Roche Pledges
Roche has pledged to release full clinical study reports for Tamiflu, but conditions may apply
Thursday, March 07, 2013

Coordinated Care Model Suggested for Palliative Care
Model distinguishes primary palliative care from specialty palliative care
Thursday, March 07, 2013

Improving Eating Habits Cuts Depression in Dementia
Spaced retrieval and Montessori-based activities improve dementia patients' eating habits, BMI
Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Changes Suggested for Hospital Readmission Reduction Program
Modifications could prevent penalties for hospitals that care for most vulnerable populations
Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Portable Device May Help Diagnose Vertebrobasilar Stroke
Device could be used by non-specialists to diagnose patients with acute vertigo or dizziness
Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Two Drug Classes Found Effective for Restless Legs Syndrome
Dopamine agonists, calcium channel alpha-2-delta ligands reduce symptoms
Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Clinical Trials Published Almost Two Years After Completion
Funding source, number of participants, and journal impact factor all affect time to publication
Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Most Docs Report Information Overload in EHR-Setting
Docs who report information overload more likely to have missed results leading to delayed care
Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Simple Measures Feasible for Promoting Sleep in the ICU
Intervention significantly improves daily noise rating, decreases incidence of delirium/coma
Tuesday, March 05, 2013

Mortality Index Can Accurately Identify 10-Year Mortality Risk
Findings among community-dwelling adults older than 50 years from Health and Retirement Study
Tuesday, March 05, 2013

Blacks Have More Preventable Hypertension Hospitalizations
Little improvement in this disparity between blacks and whites seen between 1995 and 2010
Tuesday, March 05, 2013

Diagnostic Testing Does Little to Reassure Patients
Physicians overestimate value in cases where there is a low risk of serious illness
Tuesday, March 05, 2013

Atrial Fibrillation Associated With Cognitive Impairment
In pooled risk analysis, increased risk found independent of stroke history
Tuesday, March 05, 2013

U.K. Health Performance Worse Than Comparable Countries
Tobacco, high blood pressure, high BMI leading risk factors for disability-adjusted life-years
Tuesday, March 05, 2013

Panel Recommends 10 Patient Safety Strategies
Ten strategies strongly encouraged for adoption; a further 12 strategies encouraged
Monday, March 04, 2013

CMS Reports on Progress Toward Improved Health Care
Progress includes slowing of growth in health care spending, decrease in readmissions
Monday, March 04, 2013

Computerized Provider Order Entry System Cuts Rx Errors
Given effect size, CPOE use, estimated reduction of 12.5 percent in medication errors each year
Monday, March 04, 2013

Death of Sibling Boosts Heart Attack Risks for Adults
Highest rates of increased mortality occur if the relative also died from myocardial infarction
Monday, March 04, 2013

Irradiation Shows Lasting Results for Prostate Cancer Control
Study finds longest time to recurrence 15.5 years, with containment up to 25 years of follow-up
Monday, March 04, 2013

Personalized Patient-Risk Info Enhances Informed Choice
Patients better able to make decisions about being screened for breast, colorectal cancer
Friday, March 01, 2013

AAD: Older Men Should Screen Themselves for Skin Cancer
Two studies show older men less likely to detect their own cancers, see doctor for suspicious spot
Friday, March 01, 2013

AAD: Skin Changes Can Be First Sign of Underlying Condition
Changes such as rash, growths, discoloration, and texture changes may indicate internal disease
Friday, March 01, 2013

Sequestration to Impact Health Care-Related Programs
Medicare providers and medical researchers brace for cuts from fiscal impasse
Friday, March 01, 2013

Hyperbaric Oxygen No Benefit for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
No improvement in healing or prevention of amputations with hyperbaric oxygen
Thursday, February 28, 2013

Urologic Patient Education Reading Materials Too Difficult
Written at or above 11th grade reading level instead of recommended fourth to sixth grade level
Thursday, February 28, 2013

Glycemic Control Not Linked to Adverse Outcomes After TKA
No increased risk of revision, deep infection, DVT, or PE with controlled or uncontrolled diabetes
Thursday, February 28, 2013

Variation ID'd in Increased Demand for Primary Care Docs
Overall, increased demand modest, but some areas have >10 percent increase in demand
Thursday, February 28, 2013

High ER Charges for Common Presenting Conditions
Median charge for 10 outpatient conditions $1,233, with considerable variability
Thursday, February 28, 2013

Overall Sedentary Time Shows Major Cardiometabolic Impact
Sedentary time found to be strong indicator of cardiometabolic health in adults at risk of T2DM
Thursday, February 28, 2013

Low-Intensity Interventions Beneficial in Severe Depression
Small but significant interaction between baseline depression severity, treatment effect
Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Obesity, Physical Activity Linked to Risk in Subset of Colorectal CA
Obesity, physical activity significantly linked to risk of CTNNB1-negative colorectal cancer
Wednesday, February 27, 2013

ACR Releases Five 'Don'ts' for Rheumatologists
Top five list includes diagnostic tests, treatments that might be commonly misordered
Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Families Prefer ICU Doctors in Traditional White Coats, Scrubs
Regardless of dress, families expect a clear name tag, professionalism, and neat grooming
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Cardiologists Often Fail to Communicate Impact of ICDs
Information about implantable cardioverter-defibrillator impact often misrepresented/omitted
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Sleep Restriction Impacts Gene Regulation
Affects genes associated with circadian rhythms, sleep homeostasis, oxidative stress, metabolism
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Preparation Underway for Implementation of ACA in 2014
Medicaid and CHIP are still main source of insurance coverage for children, pregnant women
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Diagnostic Errors ID'd in Variety of Common Diseases
Errors mainly due to patient-doc encounter breakdowns; potential for moderate, severe harm
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

AAFP Issues Top Five Choosing Wisely Recommendations
Evidence-based recommendations should lead to health benefits and cut risks, harms, and costs
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

ICVN: Mediterranean Diet Cuts Cardiovascular Event Risk
Reduced risk for adults who adhere to Mediterranean diet plus extra-virgin olive oil or mixed nuts
Monday, February 25, 2013

USPSTF: Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements Don't Prevent Fx
For postmenopausal community-dwelling women, low-dose daily supplements not recommended
Monday, February 25, 2013

Patients With Lower Incomes Less Likely to Die at Home
Those with continuous hospice care, regardless of income, less likely to transfer from home
Friday, February 22, 2013

CDC: 1.5 Million New Cancers Diagnosed Annually
Four cancers (prostate, breast, colorectal, lung) account for more than 50 percent of new cases
Friday, February 22, 2013

CDC: 2012-2013 Flu Vaccine Not As Effective in Elderly
Vaccination appears to reduce need for office visits; preventive effect lower in elderly
Friday, February 22, 2013

Hands-On Cooking Education Aids Docs' Nutrition Knowledge
After educational workshop physicians felt better able to give patients nutrition advice too
Friday, February 22, 2013

Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Benefits Expanded
New rule from HHS outlines standards for essential health benefits
Friday, February 22, 2013

CMS Proposes Payment and Policy Updates for 2014
Suggested changes will increase value and protection for beneficiaries
Thursday, February 21, 2013

Extended Dabigatran Effective for Venous Thromboembolism
Carries lower risk of major, clinically relevant bleeding than warfarin; higher risk than placebo
Thursday, February 21, 2013

Air Pollution Ups Mortality Rate Post-ACS Hospitalization
Higher levels of PM_2.5 linked to increased mortality, after full adjustment
Thursday, February 21, 2013

Pros, Cons of Medical Marijuana for Metastatic Cancer Explored
Case vignette highlights issues relating to smoking marijuana when conventional treatment has failed
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Faster Adoption of Electronic Health Records Needed
Penalties under 2009 law start in 2015
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Antioxidant Capacity of Diet Not Tied to Dementia, Stroke Risk
In older adults, total antioxidant capacity of diet not linked to dementia, stroke, brain tissue volume
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Opioids Involved in Most Medical Overdose Deaths
Frequently involve drugs prescribed for mental health conditions
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Women's Awareness of Heart Disease Improving
Awareness has improved over past 15 years; racial disparity still exists in rate of awareness
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Redefinition of Positive CT Result for Lung Cancer Explored
Higher threshold for noncalcified nodule size could cut need for work-up; may delay diagnosis
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Multimodality Approach Needed to Reengineer Health Care
Rethinking, redesign, and application of necessary tools suggested for health care value reform
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

CMS: Unnecessary Medicare Regulations to Be Reformed
Proposed rule aims to increase ability of health care professionals to improve patient care
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Artificial Intelligence Can Improve Patient Care
Modeling shows that computers can improve medical decisions and outcomes at lower costs
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Depression Affects Efficacy of Herpes Zoster Vaccine
Elderly patients with depression have diminished response to vaccine, but antidepressants help
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Sleep Duration Linked to Risk of Atrial Fibrillation
Higher risk of a-fib with sleep ≥8 hours; short sleep duration ups risk for those with sleep apnea
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Racial Disparities Observed in Opioid Monitoring
Black patients more often receive urine drug tests, less likely to receive pain specialist referral
Monday, February 18, 2013

AMA Issues Code for Safe Care Transitions After Hospital Stay
Five principles and five responsibilities help guide safe and effective ambulatory practices
Monday, February 18, 2013

Gender Influences Ischemic Time, Outcomes After STEMI
Longer ischemic times and significantly increased early all-cause, cardiac mortality for women
Friday, February 15, 2013

Community-Associated MRSA Common in Nursing Homes
More likely in facilities with younger residents and Hispanics
Friday, February 15, 2013

Health Care-Associated Infections Decreased in 2011
Largest drop in central line-associated bloodstream infections; surgical site infections also down
Friday, February 15, 2013

Income Inequality Ups Risk for 30-Day Hospital Readmission
Increased risk of readmission within 30 days of stay for acute MI, heart failure, pneumonia
Friday, February 15, 2013

Alcohol Contributes to About 3.5 Percent of Cancer Deaths
Breast cancer most attributable to alcohol in women; upper airway, esophageal cancer in men
Friday, February 15, 2013

Depressed Patients Less Likely to Complete Cardiac Rehab
Significant improvement in multiple risk factors for all who complete exercise-based rehab program
Thursday, February 14, 2013

Cancer Type Affects Quality of Care Survivors Receive
Survivors of some cancers receive different quality of care on acute and chronic indicators
Thursday, February 14, 2013

Snoring Tied to Increased Cardiovascular Risk in Women
Incidence of coronary heart disease, stroke, cardiovascular disease up in postmenopausal women
Thursday, February 14, 2013

IOM Urges International Action to Eradicate Fake Drugs
Falsified and substandard meds are ineffective; may trigger resistance and cause illness, death
Thursday, February 14, 2013

Psychological, Sexual Impact of Female Breadwinners Explored
Men who are outearned by their wives more likely to use erectile dysfunction medications
Thursday, February 14, 2013

Oregon Experiment Will Provide Insight Into ACO-Based Reform
Program centered on coordinated care organization highlights challenges of contracting with ACOs
Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Neurostimulation Benefits Early Parkinson's Disease
Improves quality of life and motor ability in patients with early motor complications
Wednesday, February 13, 2013

ASCO: Many Still Diagnosed With Higher-Risk Prostate Cancer
Elderly and black men at greatest risk of having aggressive prostate cancer
Wednesday, February 13, 2013

High Calcium Intake Linked to Increased Mortality in Women
Intake of >1,400 mg/day linked to increased all-cause, cardiovascular, but not stroke, mortality
Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Health Insurance Exchanges Are Top Priority on U.S. Agenda
Fifty-five percent view establishment of insurance exchange as top policy priority for their state
Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Potency of OTC Vitamin D Supplements Varies Widely
Over-the-counter pills from USP-verified manufacturers may have better accuracy
Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Gradual Dietary Sodium Reductions Will Save Lives
Up to half a million lives could be saved over the next decade simply by reducing sodium intake
Tuesday, February 12, 2013

No Link Between Mortality, Readmission Quality Measures
Risk-adjusted 30-day all-cause mortality and readmission rates not tied for acute MI, pneumonia
Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Use of Evidence-Based Meds Increasing for STEMI, NSTEMI
ACE inhibitor, antiplatelet and lipid-lowering therapies, beta-blockers, aspirin use increasing
Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Obtaining Price Estimate for Hip Arthroplasty Found Difficult
Considerable variation in complete price in both top-ranked and non-top-ranked U.S. hospitals
Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Most Cardiac Patients Report Using Alternative Treatments
Almost half report interest in participating in research trials with CAM therapies
Monday, February 11, 2013

Increasing Patient Activation Tied to Lower Health Care Costs
Having a higher score on the Patient Activation Measure linked to improved outcomes, lower costs
Monday, February 11, 2013

Exercise Tied to Lower Prostate Cancer Risk in White Men
No similar association seen between exercise and prostate cancer in analysis of black men
Monday, February 11, 2013

Creatinine Excretion Rate Linked to Higher Mortality in T2DM
Lower creatinine excretion rate linked to higher all-cause mortality in type 2 diabetes, nephropathy
Monday, February 11, 2013

Long-Acting Daily Opioids Increase Risk of Hypogonadism
In men taking daily opioids, duration of action, but not dose, affects risk of hypogonadism
Friday, February 08, 2013

Most Dietary Supplement Use Not Recommended by Docs
Study looks at reasons motivating use of dietary supplements in adults
Friday, February 08, 2013

High Doses of Saw Palmetto Don't Impact Serum PSA
For men with lower urinary tract symptoms, saw palmetto has no effect on PSA versus placebo
Friday, February 08, 2013

ASA: Be More Patient With Post-ICH Life Support, Study Suggests
About one-third of stroke patients with withdrawn life support might have had acceptable outcome
Thursday, February 07, 2013

Baseline Factors Impact Lifestyle Intervention Success
Dietary restraint at baseline impacts weight loss outcomes post-intervention
Thursday, February 07, 2013

Alzheimer's Projected to Affect 13.8 Million in U.S. in 2050
Represents dramatic increase over the 4.7 million seniors with Alzheimer's dementia in 2010
Thursday, February 07, 2013

ASA: Pot Use May Be Linked to Increased Stroke Risk
Patients with ischemic stroke, transient ischemic attack more likely to have recently used cannabis
Wednesday, February 06, 2013

ASA: Tai Chi Reduces Falls in Stroke Survivors
Significantly fewer falls for stroke survivors in Tai Chi intervention versus usual care
Wednesday, February 06, 2013

Ramipril Improves Walking in Peripheral Artery Disease
Duration of pain-free and maximum walking increased; linked to improved physical function
Wednesday, February 06, 2013

Men's Risk of Kidney Stones Up With Ascorbic Acid Supplements
Dose-dependent effect seen with up to two-fold increased risk after multivariate adjustment
Wednesday, February 06, 2013

Fewer Medicare Patients Dying in Hospital Setting
But increase seen in use of ICUs in the last month of life
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

FDA Warns Consumers About Fraudulent Flu Products
Fraudulent products can be found online; include non-FDA-approved generic Tamiflu, Relenza
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Antipsychotic Rx for 22 Percent of Nursing Home Residents
Based on prescribing patterns, off-label indications related to dementia likely
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Pre-Op Physiatry Consultation Reduces Spinal Surgery Rates
Mandatory consultation before surgical consultation reduces spinal surgeries, cuts costs
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Supplemental Calcium Tied to Higher CVD Death Risk in Men
Dietary calcium consumption not linked to cardiovascular disease death in men or women
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Alternative PSA Screening Strategies Could Reduce Harm
Use of biennial strategy with longer interval for low PSA levels reduces tests, false-positive results
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Higher Midlife Fitness Linked to Lower All-Cause Dementia Risk
People with highest cardiorespiratory fitness 36 percent less likely to have all-cause dementia
Monday, February 04, 2013

CDC: Flu Activity Still Up in U.S. in Fourth Week of 2013
Pneumonia and flu-linked deaths above epidemic threshold; eight pediatric deaths reported
Monday, February 04, 2013

Stopping Aspirin Therapy After GI Bleed Ups Cardiovascular Risk
Risk of death or acute CV event is seven-fold higher for those who discontinue aspirin therapy
Monday, February 04, 2013

Knowing Cost of Imaging Tests Doesn't Cut Utilization
Provider cost transparency alone does not significantly impact use of inpatient imaging
Friday, February 01, 2013

Tadalafil Improves Ejaculatory, Orgasmic Function
After treatment, residual ejaculatory or orgasmic dysfunction negatively impact sexual satisfaction
Friday, February 01, 2013

Adiposity, Hyperglycemia Tied to Cognitive Performance
For middle-aged adults, high BMI and high HbA1c linked to poor cognitive performance
Thursday, January 31, 2013

Updated Guidelines Issued for Care of Acute Ischemic Stroke
Guidelines detail stages of care, from recognition to emergency transport through early hospital care
Thursday, January 31, 2013

Low Diuretic Use in Home Care for Blacks With Hypertension
Despite guidelines, majority of blacks with uncontrolled hypertension don't receive diuretics
Thursday, January 31, 2013

CDC: Non-Flu Adult Vaccination Rates Largely Unchanged
Vaccination rates in 2011 and 2010 similar, except for modest increases in HPV in women, Tdap
Thursday, January 31, 2013

Peds Rotavirus Vaccine Offers Indirect Protection for Adults
About 50 percent drop in rotavirus prevalence for unvaccinated adults during peak disease season
Thursday, January 31, 2013

Common Obesity Beliefs Often Unsupported by Science
Researchers identify myths and presumptions and facts supported by evidence
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Yoga Shown to Reduce Clinical Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation
Benefits also seen with significant improvements in quality-of-life scores, depression, and anxiety
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Mortality Risk Up for Patients Admitted on Public Holidays
Findings for both seven-day and 30-day mortality for emergency admissions
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Early Palliative Care in Lung CA Focuses on Coping, Symptoms
During critical time points or progression, palliative care emphasizes psychosocial aspects
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Majority of Patients Will Consider ICD Deactivation
Findings in survey of ICD patients presented with five scenarios of varying health outcomes
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Study Confirms Prolongation of QT Interval With Citalopram
Dose-response association with QTc prolongation for citalopram, escitalopram, amitriptyline
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

In STEMI, Diabetes Linked to Worse Long-Term Outcomes
Diabetes linked to worse mortality, reinfarction, stent thrombosis, target vessel revascularization
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Physicians Commonly Report Unsafe Hospital Workloads
Findings from an online survey of hospitalists show excess workload affects patient outcome
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Brain Scans Show Doctors Empathize With Patients
Regions associated with pain relief and reward activated
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Less CVD Hospitalization When SBP, LDL-C Controlled in T2DM
In patients with type 2 diabetes, HbA1c control not linked to lower cardiac hospitalization risk
Monday, January 28, 2013

Weight Counseling Declining Among Primary Care Doctors
Rate of weight counseling declining, even in those with obesity/weight-related comorbidities
Monday, January 28, 2013

Modified DASH Intervention Feasible for African-Americans
Intervention participants have increases in fruit and vegetable intake, feel they can cut salt and fat
Monday, January 28, 2013

Prehospital Antiplatelets Improve Graft Intervention Outcomes
Linked to fewer major adverse cardiac events after saphenous vein graft intervention
Monday, January 28, 2013

FDA Panel Votes for Tougher Restrictions on Hydrocodone
Panel votes in favor of moving hydrocodone combo products into Schedule II category
Friday, January 25, 2013

Increases in Mean Platelet Volume After PCI Tied to Death
No association found between baseline MPV and long-term mortality
Friday, January 25, 2013

Hyperbaric Oxygen Improves Function Long After Stroke
Improvement in function and quality of life seen even after a stroke years earlier
Friday, January 25, 2013

Marked Geographic Variation in Mental Health Medication Use
Clusters identified with elevated likelihood of antidepressant, antipsychotic, stimulant use
Friday, January 25, 2013

Back Pain Intensity Most Influential in Fusion Decision
After adjustment, acceptance also linked to a history of spinal injections and being white
Thursday, January 24, 2013

Physician Education Ups Communication for New Meds
Patients rate the new medication information transfer higher for docs in intervention group
Thursday, January 24, 2013

Lung Cancer Death Risk in Female Smokers Has Risen
Risk of death from COPD, ischemic heart disease, stroke, all causes now similar for males, females
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Smoking Cuts Life Expectancy by More Than 10 Years
Can be partially reversed by quitting smoking
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Care Transition Initiative Decreases Rehospitalizations
However, no significant reduction in 30-day rehospitalization as percent of hospital discharges
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Large Teaching Hospitals Face More Readmission Penalties
After adjustment, likelihood of being penalized highest for safety-net hospitals
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Aspirin Ups Risk of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Association independent of cardiovascular disease, smoking, other risk factors
Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Poor Sensitivity for Clinician Suspicion of Alcohol Problem
Suspicion has sensitivity of 27 percent, specificity of 98 percent, positive predictive value of 62 percent
Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Hearing Loss Linked to Cognitive Impairment in Elderly
And, prevalence of dual sensory impairment is 11.3 percent among those ≥80 years
Monday, January 21, 2013

Most With C. difficile Receive Unnecessary Antimicrobials
One-quarter of patients with recent C. difficile infection received only unnecessary antibiotics
Monday, January 21, 2013

Efforts Failed to Up Primary Care, Rural Resident Training
Net growth in primary care training, but outpaced by growth in non-primary care training
Friday, January 18, 2013

AAN: White Matter Damaged in Depressed NFL Athletes
Second study shows that a history of concussion correlates with depression for retired NFL athletes
Thursday, January 17, 2013

Case Study IDs B. miyamotoi As Cause of Meningoencephalitis
Borrelia miyamotoi posited as cause of mental deterioration in immunocompromised 80-year-old
Thursday, January 17, 2013

Even Brief Interruptions Dramatically Increase Errors
Error rate doubled or tripled in response to brief interruptions of only 2.8 to 4.4 seconds
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Income Affects Oncology Clinical Trial Participation
Lower-income patients significantly less likely to participate in oncology clinical trials
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Family Docs Are Early Adopters of Electronic Health Records
Sixty-eight percent currently use EHR systems; likely to surpass 80 percent by 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

For Under-75s, Living Alone Tied to Higher Mortality Risk
Increased risk for community-dwelling adults younger than 75, but not for those older than 75
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Older Individuals Have Atypical Stone Presentation
Surgical intervention more likely to be required with older patients
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Education, Wealth Levels Impact Mortality in Diabetes Patients
Those with less education, financial wealth have a significantly increased risk of death
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Mismatched Expectations on Average Duration of Cough
Patients dramatically underestimate the mean duration of acute cough illness
Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Certain Online Behaviors of Docs Warrant Investigation
Consensus in seven of ten vignettes; outcome less clear for other doc online behavior scenarios
Monday, January 14, 2013

New Hematuria Risk Index IDs Patients at Low Cancer Risk
Being 50 years or older, recent history of gross hematuria, male gender indicate risk
Monday, January 14, 2013

Top Five Issues for Docs and Patients Identified for 2013
Issues include access to care, physician shortages, preparation for 30 million new patients
Monday, January 14, 2013

AAN: Mortality Up for Stroke Survivors With Depression
Increased risk of all-cause, stroke mortality for those with both versus neither condition
Friday, January 11, 2013

CDC: Flu Activity Remains High in the United States
Early vaccine effectiveness estimates indicate moderate protection against the flu
Friday, January 11, 2013

Radiation Therapy Use Low in End-Stage Cancer
But those receiving radiation during final month often receive treatment for more than 10 days
Friday, January 11, 2013

National U.S. Health Care Spending Relatively Stable
But during 2011, personal health care spending growth accelerated
Friday, January 11, 2013

Post-Op Mortality Up for Elderly With Pre-Heart Op Anxiety
Elderly patients with high anxiety pre-cardiac surgery at higher risk of major morbidity, death
Thursday, January 10, 2013

10-Year Lag in Survival Benefit After Cancer Screening
Breast, colorectal cancer screening should be used in those with at least 10-year life expectancy
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Rate of Non-Medical Use of Rx Pain Meds 4.6 Percent
Considerable variation seen between states, from 3.6 percent in Iowa to 6.4 percent in Oregon
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Hospital Stays Shorter for Prostatectomy, Cystectomy
Increased use of home care accompanies decreases in length of hospital stays
Thursday, January 10, 2013

High Unawareness of Distal Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy
Most older adults with prediabetes or diabetes who have DSPN are unaware of their condition
Thursday, January 10, 2013

SPIRIT 2013 Clinical Trial Protocol Guidelines Issued
Thirty-three-item SPIRIT checklist will serve as guideline for the minimum content of clinical trial
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Multiple Stressors Contribute to Readmission Within 30 Days
Sleep deprivation, poor nutrition, pain and discomfort contribute to post-hospital syndrome
Wednesday, January 09, 2013

Americans Sicker, Die Younger Than Other Developed Nations
Pattern of poorer health means Americans less likely to live to age 50
Wednesday, January 09, 2013

Two HTN Meds Plus NSAIDs Ups Acute Kidney Injury Risk
Risk up with use of diuretic and ACE inhibitor or angiotensin receptor blocker, plus NSAID
Wednesday, January 09, 2013

AAN: Drinking Sweetened Beverages Linked to Depression
Association, observed among older adults, is stronger for diet drink consumption
Wednesday, January 09, 2013

Breast Cancer Screening Costs Medicare >$1 Billion Yearly
Substantial regional variation in screening costs driven by use of new, expensive technologies
Wednesday, January 09, 2013

Reduced Penile Size Linked to Prostate Cancer Treatment
Low incidence, but more likely after surgery or radiotherapy plus ADT versus radiotherapy alone
Tuesday, January 08, 2013

Impaired Cognition, Depression Common in Aging NFL Players
Linked to changes in white matter structure and cerebral blood flow
Tuesday, January 08, 2013

Health Care Use Dropped Among All During Recession
Little evidence of racial or ethnic disparities, except for fewer physician visits for Hispanics
Tuesday, January 08, 2013

Shared Savings May Promote Care Coordination Entity Use
Sharing savings with dually eligible patients may foster enrollment in coordinated care entities
Monday, January 07, 2013

Most Unaware of Out-of-Pocket Costs for Prostate Cancer Tx
Most men would not have chosen a different treatment even if they had been aware of costs
Friday, January 04, 2013

E-mail Prompts Improve Code Status Documentation
E-mail prompts improve rate and timing of documentation for advanced lung cancer patients
Friday, January 04, 2013

CDC: Influenza Activity Increasing Across the U.S.
Proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza below epidemic threshold
Friday, January 04, 2013

Improved Staffing Cuts Medicare Patient Readmissions
Nurses' work environment and staffing issues affect readmissions for heart failure, MI, pneumonia
Friday, January 04, 2013

Patient-Doctor Communication Affects Medication Adherence
Poorer communication ratings tied to lower adherence, especially for hypoglycemic medications
Friday, January 04, 2013

Nurse-Led Monitoring Improves Cancer-Related Fatigue
Protocolized patient-tailored treatment of physical symptoms improves fatigue in advanced cancer
Friday, January 04, 2013

Functional MRI Can Improve Prediction of CBT Success
Findings in patients with social anxiety disorder receiving cognitive behavioral therapy
Friday, January 04, 2013

Prevalence of Drowsy Driving About 4 Percent in U.S.
Drowsy driving tied to other sleep-related characteristics, including short sleep duration, snoring
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Eliquis Approved for People With Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation
To help prevent stroke and deadly blood clots
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Ban on Ambulance Diversions Doesn't Worsen ER Crowding
Findings based on the experience of nine Boston-area emergency departments
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Prior Brain Injury Linked to Re-Injury Later in Life
Higher re-injury risk in elderly with history of traumatic brain injury/loss of consciousness
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Association Between Health Care Cost, Quality Inconsistent
Review of 61 studies shows inconsistent evidence for the direction of the association
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Smoking Impairs Saphenous Vein Conduits in CABG Surgery
Increased expression of MMP2, MMP9 in smokers, even among long-term quitters
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Survival Similar for ICDs in Trials and Clinical Practice
Results observed in two clinical trials and similar patients in routine practice
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Fracture Risk Down With Adherence to Bisphosphonates
Second study shows more than half of U.S. vets with rheumatoid arthritis are non-adherent
Thursday, January 03, 2013

TPN-Linked Hyperglycemia Ups Death for Non-Critically Ill
Total parenteral nutrition linked to 5.6-fold higher in-hospital mortality risk for noncritically ill
Thursday, January 03, 2013

House Joins Senate to Avert Medicare Cuts
U.S. health care could be significantly affected by failure to reach 'fiscal cliff' agreement
Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Review: All-Cause Mortality Down for Mildly Overweight
Compared with normal weight, increased risk for grades 2, 3 obesity; lower risk for overweight
Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Surgery Consultation Common After MRI of the Spine
Patients in primary setting are often referred for consultations but rarely undergo surgery
Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Primary Care Docs Support Added Training in Obesity Care
Physicians' perspectives on causes of obesity differ little regardless of length in practice
Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Open-Angle Glaucoma Up 22 Percent in Last 10 Years
January designated National Glaucoma Awareness Month
Tuesday, January 01, 2013

Primary Care Physicians Perform Well on Diabetes Care Measures
Higher rates of lifestyle advice, medication intensification than covering docs, midlevels
Friday, December 28, 2012

Elevated C-Reactive Protein Linked to Distress, Depression
In cross-sectional analysis of 73,131 adults, level tied to psychological distress, depression
Friday, December 28, 2012

Indicators Show Little Change in Overuse of Ambulatory Care
In U.S., improvement in six of nine underuse indicators; two of 11 overuse indicators
Thursday, December 27, 2012

Cancer Screening Goals Not Being Met by General Population
Cancer survivors meet U.S. Healthy People 2010 goals for all screening except cervical cancer
Thursday, December 27, 2012

Fewer Than a Quarter Call 911 During Acute Heart Problem
During heart attacks, women are significantly more likely to call 911 than men
Thursday, December 27, 2012

Review: Poor Outcomes With Blood Transfusion in MI
Increased all-cause mortality, subsequent myocardial infarction with transfusion strategy
Thursday, December 27, 2012

Pre-Consult Genitourinary Exams Performed Infrequently
Genitourinary physical exams conducted in less than one-third of cases before urologic consult
Wednesday, December 26, 2012

C-Peptide Levels May Predict Mortality in Angiography Patients
C-peptide in highest versus lowest tertile linked to increased all-cause, cardiovascular mortality
Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Internet Use Cuts Cancer Fatalism in Poorly Educated
Effect of health-related Internet use seen for those with average or less education, health knowledge
Monday, December 24, 2012

Sit and Rise Test Score Inversely Linked to Mortality
Longer trend for survival seen with increasing scores on the sit and rise test
Monday, December 24, 2012

High Perceived Stress Related to Incident CHD
People with high perceived stress have a moderate, 27 percent increased risk of incident CHD
Friday, December 21, 2012

Familial Cancer Risk Not Limited to Parents' Early-Onset Cancer
Elevated familial risk for many cancers even when parents are diagnosed at 70 years or older
Friday, December 21, 2012

Fatty Acids Don't Reduce Atrial Fibrillation Recurrence
No significant difference from placebo for other outcomes, including stroke, MI, heart failure
Thursday, December 20, 2012

Alzheimer's Trial Participation Linked to Study Partner
Patients with non-spouse caregivers participate less frequently; have higher dropout rate
Thursday, December 20, 2012

Amoxicillin of Little Benefit in Lower-Respiratory Infection
Duration of symptoms, symptom severity not improved with amoxicillin in adults or older adults
Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Aspirin Use 10 Years Prior Tied to Incidence of Late AMD
Aspirin use linked to increased incidence of late, neovascular age-related macular degeneration
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Incidence of Specific Cancers Up for WTC Rescue Workers
Prostate, thyroid cancers, multiple myeloma up for world trade center rescue/recovery workers
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Length-of-Stay, Readmissions Down in VA Hospitals
But hospitals with lower than expected length of stay have higher readmission rates
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Significant, Complex Link ID'd Between Sleepiness, Vitamin D
For individuals with vitamin D deficiency, relationship is affected by race
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

STEMI Guidelines Emphasize Timely Reperfusion, Ideally PCI
Guidelines suggest patients call emergency medical services for transport to hospital
Monday, December 17, 2012

Health Care Satisfaction Rated As High by Unacculturated Hispanics
Unacculturated or biculturated Hispanics give higher ratings for health care experiences
Monday, December 17, 2012

Viewing CPR Video Tool Lowers CPR Use in Advanced Cancer
Patients who view video about CPR more knowledgeable; less likely to opt for its use
Monday, December 17, 2012

Risk Factors ID'd for Revision of Total Hip Replacement
Younger, taller, heavier patients at greater risk of revision of primary total hip replacement
Monday, December 17, 2012

Leisure-Time Physical Activity Could Add Up to Five Years to Life
Increases in longevity for somewhat-active and active non-Hispanic white and black men, women
Friday, December 14, 2012

Researchers Study Link Between Mind Wandering, Car Crashes
Mind wandering with highly-disrupting content linked to increased likelihood of responsibility for car crash
Friday, December 14, 2012

For Elderly, Stroke Risk Up With Psychosocial Distress
Increased risk linked to both stroke mortality and incident stroke in older black, white adults
Friday, December 14, 2012

Exercise Performance Enhanced With Virtual Partner
Biggest increase in exercise duration for those who exercise with a superior virtual partner
Thursday, December 13, 2012

Racial/Ethnic Differences ID'd in HTN Medication Behaviors
Differences may be mediated by health system factors such as co-payment, mail order pharmacies
Thursday, December 13, 2012

~40 Percent of Cancer Patients Receive Opioids at End of Life
In the U.K., patients older than 60 less likely to receive prescription versus those younger than 50
Thursday, December 13, 2012

Admission for Syncope Ups Risk of Death, Cardio Events
First admission of syncope without comorbidity linked to increased risk of stroke, hospitalization
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Home-Delivered Meals Keep Seniors in Their Homes
One percent fewer low-care nursing home residents for every $25 spent per senior per year
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Any Amount of Smoking Ups Sudden Cardiac Death in Women
Dose-dependent relationship; even small-to-moderate amounts of smoking increase SCD risk
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

MRI, PET, and CSF Biomarkers Up Prediction of Alzheimer's
Addition of biomarkers to routine clinical testing improves ability to predict MCI progression
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Prevalence of Nonrefractive Visual Impairment Increasing
From 1999-2002 to 2005-2008, increase linked to rising prevalence of long-duration diabetes
Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Loneliness Linked to Increased Dementia Risk
Social isolation not associated with dementia risk
Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Readmission Seen in ~7 Percent of Elective Spine Surgeries
Significant predictors include older age, greater comorbidity, larger number of fused levels
Monday, December 10, 2012

Raised Risk of Ischemic Stroke in Women With A-Fib Explored
Gender-specific risk related in part to percent time in therapeutic range for warfarin
Monday, December 10, 2012

Spinal Fusion Surgery Not Associated With Stroke
Study examines risk up to three years after posterior lumbar spinal fusion surgery
Monday, December 10, 2012

Health Care Law Boosts Savings on Meds for Medicare Recipients
Savings on prescription drugs has reached $5.1 billion; for more than 5.8 million beneficiaries
Friday, December 07, 2012

Study Confirms Benefit of Adjunct CBT in Med-Resistant Depression
Cognitive behavioral therapy plus usual care efficacious in medication-resistant depression
Friday, December 07, 2012

ESC: Early Cardiovascular Damage Seen in Sleep Apnea
Measures of endothelial dysfunction, arterial stiffness similar in obstructive sleep apnea, diabetes
Thursday, December 06, 2012

Wealth Affects Link Between Psychological Stress, Mortality
Low socioeconomic status exacerbates effect of psychological distress on mortality
Thursday, December 06, 2012

Health Inequalities Persist Despite Rising Prosperity in U.K.
Smaller improvements in life expectancy in areas that were deprived at start of 1998-2007 decade
Thursday, December 06, 2012

Impact of HTN Meds on Cardio Risk Affected by Body Size
Thiazide-based treatment better for obese; amlodipine therapy effective across all BMI groups
Thursday, December 06, 2012

FDA: Public-Private Venture Set to Improve Regulatory Science
Medical Device Innovation Consortium will collaborate with FDA to better evaluate new devices
Thursday, December 06, 2012

Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis Shot Deemed Safe for Seniors
No more adverse events seen with Tdap than with the Td vaccination in large study
Wednesday, December 05, 2012

Resistance Exercise Offers More Prolonged Glycemic Control
Glucose levels remain lower four to six hours after resistance exercise versus aerobic exercise
Wednesday, December 05, 2012

SAMHSA: Prevalence of Mental Illness in U.S. Stable in 2011
Nearly one in five adults has any mental illness; substance abuse up for those with mental illness
Wednesday, December 05, 2012

Periodontal Disease, Erectile Dysfunction Linked
Significantly more 30- to 40-year-old males with erectile dysfunction have chronic periodontitis
Tuesday, December 04, 2012

CDC: Flu Season Has Started and Hitting Hard
Levels of flu activity continue to increase nationally
Tuesday, December 04, 2012

Epidural Steroid Shot Has Adverse Effect on Bone Density
Findings seen in postmenopausal women being treated for pain associated with radiculopathy
Monday, December 03, 2012

Increasing Number of Workers in Self-Insured Health Plans
In 2011, 58.5 percent with health coverage self-insured; increase driven by large employers
Monday, December 03, 2012

Wait Time to Breast Cancer Surgery Up in Medicare Patients
From 1992 to 2005, wait time increased from 21 days to 32 days, with median of 29 days
Thursday, November 29, 2012

Editorial: Too Much Vigorous Exercise Can Damage Heart
Extreme exercise may erase cardiovascular benefits achieved with moderate exercise
Thursday, November 29, 2012

Aspirin Use Cuts Risk of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Nonaspirin NSAIDs, aspirin cut death due to chronic liver disease
Thursday, November 29, 2012

Cigarette Tax Would Cost Federal Government in Long Term
Initial drop in spending to 2021, but increased longevity would ultimately increase spending
Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Political Leaders Face Voter Opposition to Medicare Cuts
Voter poll analysis portends conflict in ACA implementation
Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Digoxin Found to Increase Mortality in A-Fib Patients
Digoxin associated with a significant increase in deaths in patients with atrial fibrillation
Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Adding Fitness to Statin Rx Significantly Improves Mortality
In dyslipidemia, combo of statins, fitness results in greater reduction in mortality risk than either alone
Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Warfarin D/C Within 180 Days Post-Surgery May Up Mortality
CV death risk up with warfarin discontinuation within six months of valve replacement
Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Doc Earnings Growth Lags Behind Other Health Professionals
Adjusted physician earnings dropped by 1.6 percent from 1996-2000 to 2006-2010
Tuesday, November 27, 2012

USPSTF: Consider Screening Baby Boomers for Hepatitis C Infection
Class C recommendation issued in newly updated statement
Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Zolpidem Linked to Increased Risk of Inpatient Falls
Association persists after adjustment for multiple variables including age, insomnia, delirium
Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Growing Number of Drugs Possibly Inhibited by Grapefruit
All drugs orally administered; have low-to-intermediate bioavailability; metabolized by CYP3A4
Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Hemorrhage Rates Highest Within 30 Days of Warfarin Tx
For older patients with atrial fibrillation, rates highest in first 30 days of treatment
Monday, November 26, 2012

Ranbaxy Issues Recall of 41 Batches of Atorvastatin
Voluntary recall issued for specific batches of 10-, 20-, 40-mg atorvastatin calcium
Monday, November 26, 2012

RSNA: High Energy Output Tied to Preserved Brain Structure
For elderly adults with varying cognition, high energy output tied to greater gray matter volume
Monday, November 26, 2012

Growth in Health Benefit Cost Per Employee Slowed in 2012
Workforce health management is strategy to cut costs, with incentives offered to up participation
Friday, November 23, 2012

Obama Administration Moving Forward With Health Care Law
From 2014, insurance companies prohibited from discrimination based on pre-existing conditions
Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Nearly 40 Percent of Adults Take Dietary Supplements
Most would continue taking them even if they were shown to be ineffective
Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Aspirin Resistance Ups Severity in Acute Ischemic Stroke
Increased stroke severity, infarct size linked to aspirin resistance in acute ischemic stroke
Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Online Access by Patients to Health Records Ups Utilization
Rates of office visits, phone and ER encounters, after-hours clinic visits, hospitalizations up
Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Positive View of Aging Aids Recovery From Disability
Findings among older people who experienced activities of daily living-related disability
Tuesday, November 20, 2012

HIV Screening Recommended for All 15- to 65-Year Olds
USPSTF also recommends screening all pregnant women, and high-risk adolescents, seniors
Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Testosterone Doesn't Add to Erectile Response With Sildenafil
Sildenafil + testosterone not superior for men with erectile dysfunction, low testosterone
Monday, November 19, 2012

Repeat Testing Common Among Medicare Beneficiaries
Significant correlation between proportion of population tested, proportion of tests repeated
Monday, November 19, 2012

Decreased Renal Function Linked to Cognitive Decline
Change in renal function tied to changes in global cognition, verbal memory, abstract reasoning
Monday, November 19, 2012

Mental Illness, Job Stress Both Factors in Physician Suicides
Docs more likely to have antipsychotics, barbiturates, not antidepressants on toxicology testing
Friday, November 16, 2012

Hearing Impairment More Prevalent in Diabetes
Meta-analysis shows two-fold higher prevalence of hearing impairment in diabetes patients
Friday, November 16, 2012

Pilates Is Beneficial Adjunctive Therapy in Heart Failure
Compared with traditional cardiac rehabilitation, Pilates improves functional exercise capacity
Thursday, November 15, 2012

Survival Improving After In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest
Over the past decade, trend towards improved survival and neurologic outcomes
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Efficacy of Corticosteroid Injection for Sciatica Reviewed
Meta-analysis shows small short-term relief for leg pain, disability; however, little long-term benefit
Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Communication Dilemmas ID'd Within Alzheimer's Care
Informational support from nurses, care assistants perceived as useful, but dilemmas arise
Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Higher Pulse Wave Velocity Seen in Well-Controlled Diabetes
Correlates with white matter lesion volume, even after adjustment for confounding variables
Friday, November 09, 2012

Disc Disease Severity Doesn't Predict Surgical Outcomes
Measures of disc degeneration not linked to patient's outcome after total disc replacement
Thursday, November 08, 2012

Steroids Up Probability of Facial Nerve Recovery in Bell's Palsy
Guidelines recommend steroids for new-onset disease; addition of antivirals offers modest benefit
Thursday, November 08, 2012

Even Physically Active Women Found to Sit Too Much
Women who meet exercise recommendations spend as much time sitting as those who don't exercise
Thursday, November 08, 2012

Racial Variation in Pain in Knee OA Linked to Vitamin D Levels
Experimental pain sensitivity, not self-reported clinical pain, up with low levels of vitamin D
Thursday, November 08, 2012

AHA: Increased Cancer Risk for Patients With Heart Failure
For patients with heart failure, incident cancer correlates with increased risk of death
Wednesday, November 07, 2012

AHA: Visible Aging Signs Predict Heart Disease, MI Risk
Significantly higher risk of ischemic heart disease, MI for those with three to four visible aging signs
Wednesday, November 07, 2012

AHA: Peri-Op Omega-3s Don't Reduce Atrial Fibrillation
No reduction in the risk of a-fib for patients receiving peri-cardiac-op fish oil versus placebo
Wednesday, November 07, 2012

AHA: Multivitamins Don't Reduce Cardiovascular Events
No decrease in MI, stroke, mortality in U.S. physicians followed for more than a decade
Tuesday, November 06, 2012

Few PT Interventions Effective for Knee Osteoarthritis
Some studies demonstrate benefit from specific exercise interventions and ultrasonography
Tuesday, November 06, 2012

AHA: Aspirin Doesn't Reduce Recurrence After First VTE
But results in significant reduction in rate of major vascular events, with improved net clinical benefit
Monday, November 05, 2012

FDA Approves Expanded Use of Xarelto
Use expanded to include treatment of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism
Monday, November 05, 2012

AHA: Insomnia Linked to Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Association independent of established cardiovascular risk factors, age, gender, comorbidities
Monday, November 05, 2012

AHA Reaffirms Sodium Reduction Advice
Group expresses methodological concerns with studies published since 2011 concluding otherwise
Monday, November 05, 2012

Factors Impacting Benefit of Exercise in Knee OA Identified
Self-reported knee instability, fear of exercise linked to response to therapeutic exercise
Friday, November 02, 2012

Revision Hip Replacement Risk Highest During First 18 Months
Risk also higher in patients 65 to 75 years old at surgery
Friday, November 02, 2012

Exercise Cuts Cognitive Deficit Risk for At-Risk Seniors
Older people with white matter changes living independently have lower risk of dementia
Friday, November 02, 2012

NSAIDS Don't Affect C-Reactive Protein Levels in RA Patients
Stratified analysis of specific NSAIDs show significant effect; naproxen tied to decrease in CRP
Thursday, November 01, 2012

Anticoagulation Therapy Appears to Be Safe After TAVI
No increased risk of bleeding or other adverse outcome after receiving anticoagulant therapy
Thursday, November 01, 2012

Once-Yearly Zoledronic Acid Benefits Men With Osteoporosis
Significant drop in risk of new vertebral fractures, increased bone density, lower bone turnover
Wednesday, October 31, 2012

FDA: Ameridose Issues Voluntary Recall of All Products
All unexpired products should be returned to manufacturer
Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Smoke-Free Workplace Laws Lead to Decline in MI Incidence
No change in other cardiovascular risk factors during same period, except smoking prevalence
Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Only Omega-3s From Fish Tied to Lower Cerebrovascular Risk
Omega-3 fatty acids measured as circulating biomarkers, supplements not linked to lower risk
Wednesday, October 31, 2012

CCC: Single High-Fat Meal Has Negative Vascular Effects
Impaired microvascular but not macrovascular function noted two hours after meal consumption
Tuesday, October 30, 2012

AACR: Breast CA Survival Racial Disparity Persists Despite SES
Survival differences persist across racial/ethnic groups after adjustment for socioeconomic status
Tuesday, October 30, 2012

U.S. Medicare Spending on Elderly Has Outpaced Canada's
Growth three times faster in the U.S., while Canada offers more comprehensive benefits
Tuesday, October 30, 2012

ApoE ε3 Is Most Common ApoE Among Oldest Old
No association found between ApoE ε4 and quality of life
Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Smoke-Free Laws Linked to Fewer Hospital Admissions
Findings for coronary, respiratory admissions; comprehensive laws linked to larger changes
Monday, October 29, 2012

CCC: Flu Shot Linked to Fewer Defibrillator Therapies
Second study shows reduction in major cardiovascular events, deaths for flu shot recipients
Monday, October 29, 2012

Study Confirms Stroke Survivors Continuing to Smoke Fare Worse
Risk of death or recurrent vascular events smaller in ex-smokers
Thursday, October 25, 2012

Sleep Apnea Linked to Less Severe Injury During Acute MI
Higher apnea-hypopnea index correlates with lower peak troponin-T levels for patients with AMI
Thursday, October 25, 2012

Link Between Vitamin D, Mortality Not Impacted by eGFR
Increased mortality with vitamin D <12 ng/mL, with or without eGFR <60 ml/min/1.73 m²
Thursday, October 25, 2012

Timing of Hormone Therapy Use Impacts Alzheimer's Risk
Women who start hormone therapy within five years of menopause have 30 percent reduced risk
Thursday, October 25, 2012

A-Fib Burden Similar With Ablation, Antiarrhythmic Meds
No difference in cumulative burden over two years with ablation, antiarrhythmics as initial therapy
Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Exercise Cuts Atrophy, White Matter Lesion Load in Elderly
After adjustment, leisure activity has nonsignificant link to normal appearing white matter volume
Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Genuine Very Large Effects in Trials Rare in Medicine
Very large effects typically seen in small trials and diminish subsequently; seldom address mortality
Tuesday, October 23, 2012

CHEST: Poverty, Rural Living Tied to Increased COPD Deaths
COPD mortality in U.S. varies widely by age, poverty level, and urban versus rural location
Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Metabolic Factors Impact Risk of Death From Prostate Cancer
No correlation seen for high levels of metabolic factors and risk of prostate cancer
Monday, October 22, 2012

CHEST: Novel Stress Reduction Method Can Improve Sleep
Ten-minute tension tamer technique linked to less perceived stress; improved sleep quality, fatigue
Monday, October 22, 2012

Increased Human Life Expectancy Relatively Recent
Most occurred in the last century or so
Friday, October 19, 2012

Intracranial Tumors Can Be Resected Safely in Elderly
Short-term outcomes no worse with advanced age after craniotomy for malignant brain tumors
Friday, October 19, 2012

Stroke Risk Up With Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor Use
Risk of intracerebral and intracranial hemorrhage is increased with exposure to SSRIs
Thursday, October 18, 2012

Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea Tied to Lasting BP Drop
Positive airway pressure lowers systolic and diastolic blood pressure in a real-world setting
Thursday, October 18, 2012

AACR: Flavonoids Inversely Tied to Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Current smokers and younger men may receive the most benefit from high flavonoid intake
Wednesday, October 17, 2012

AACR: Multivitamins Linked to Modest Drop in Cancer in Men
Nonsignificant trend for site-specific cancer reduction seen with daily multivitamin use by older men
Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Alzheimer's Symptoms Relapse Risk High After Halting Drug
Psychotic or aggressive patients responding to antipsychotic drugs at risk if drug is discontinued
Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Video Identifies Cause of Falls Among Elderly in Care Facilities
Among elderly, video evidence shows most falls due to incorrect weight shifting, trip or stumble
Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Lipid Profiles Improved in Past Two Decades in United States
Improvements seen even in the obese and those not taking lipid-lowering drugs
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Recent Drop in Post-Discharge Mortality After Acute MI
From 2001 to 2007, post-acute myocardial infarction three-month, one- and two-year mortality down
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

About 170 Million Healthy Life-Years Lost to Cancer Globally
In 2008, total disability-adjusted life-years lost mainly due to colorectal, lung, breast, prostate cancer
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

ASA: Illicit Drug Abuse Down, Prescription Drug Abuse Up
Emergency room data from 2007 to 2009 shows decreases larger in magnitude than increases
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

ASA: Ocular Injuries Up With Robotic-Assisted Prostatectomy
Higher rate of ocular injuries, including corneal abrasions, in surgeries using the robotic approach
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

β-Amyloid Load Linked to Decline in Memory for Elderly
Cerebral β-amyloid plaque load has stronger effect on cognitive decline than APOE genotype
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Patellofemoral Disease Features Analyzed in Osteoarthritis
Severe coexisting disease linked to distinct features from tibiofemoral OA alone/with mild PF disease
Monday, October 15, 2012

Prognosis After Cystectomy Not Affected by Smoking
No difference in 5-year recurrence-free, cancer-specific, or overall survival
Monday, October 15, 2012

Device Data Can ID Heart Failure Patients at Readmission Risk
One week after discharge, patients characterized according to 30-day readmission risk
Monday, October 15, 2012

Seniors Overspending on Prescription Drug Plans
Medicare Part D beneficiaries overspend by hundreds per year due to difficulty selecting plan
Friday, October 12, 2012

Diabetes Independently Predicts Severe Osteoarthritis
Type 2 diabetes also predicts arthroplasty; probability increases with duration of diabetes
Friday, October 12, 2012

Decline in Pulmonary Function Leads to Cognitive Decline
Directional association ID'd, specifically for tasks involving psychomotor speed, spatial abilities
Thursday, October 11, 2012

CMS Nonpayment Policy Has Not Reduced Infections
No decrease in catheter-linked bloodstream and urinary tract infections since policy initiation
Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Hormone Replacement Therapy Initiated Early Deemed Safe
Ten years of HRT linked to reduced risk of composite of mortality, heart failure, MI
Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Low-Dose Aspirin Use Shows Neuroprotective Effect in Women
In older women at high risk for cardiovascular disease taking daily low-dose aspirin over five years
Tuesday, October 09, 2012

Large Review Confirms Melanoma Risk Up in Immunosuppressed
Findings in transplant recipients and patients with lymphoma, HIV/AIDS
Tuesday, October 09, 2012

Prompt Kyphoplasty Not Crucial for Osteoporotic Vertebral Fx
Three-week trial of conservative treatment beneficial; treatment outcomes similar at one year
Monday, October 08, 2012

Serum Lycopene Inversely Linked to Risk of Stroke in Men
Significantly lower risk of any stroke, ischemic stroke for men in highest versus lowest quartile
Monday, October 08, 2012

Low Vitamin D Linked to Mortality in Black, White Elderly
High levels of parathyroid hormone also associated with increased mortality
Monday, October 08, 2012

Heavy Coffee Consumption Ups Exfoliation Glaucoma Risk
No association seen with consumption of other caffeinated products, including tea, soda, chocolate
Monday, October 08, 2012

Public Response to H1N1 Flu Varies Between Countries
Adoption of preventive behaviors differs between countries, but doesn't lower odds of vaccination
Friday, October 05, 2012

Positive Predictive Value of Treadmill Test Varies in Women
Positive predictive value for coronary artery disease improves with age, exercise responses
Thursday, October 04, 2012

Moderate Drinking Ups A-Fib Risk in Adults at Risk for CVD
Increased risk for moderate, heavy drinking in older adults at high risk of cardiovascular disease
Thursday, October 04, 2012

Screening for Type 2 Diabetes Not Linked to Drop in Mortality
Screening patients at increased risk not linked to decrease in CVD-, cancer-, diabetes-linked death
Thursday, October 04, 2012

EHRs Linked to Improved Care, Outcomes in Diabetes
EHRs associated with improved drug treatment intensification, monitoring, and control
Thursday, October 04, 2012

Hypertension in Pregnancy May Affect Offspring's Cognition
Lower cognitive ability seen in old age; exhibit greater cognitive decline after young adulthood
Wednesday, October 03, 2012

Limiting the Problem of Missing Data Urged for Clinical Trials
Special report: analysis methods can not compensate for missing data, simple fixes ruled out
Wednesday, October 03, 2012

Cherry Intake Linked to Lower Risk of Recurrent Gout Attacks
Cherries or cherry extract linked to lower risk; additive effect when combined with allopurinol
Wednesday, October 03, 2012

Severe Anemia Linked to Poorer Heart Surgery Outcomes
Higher risk of stroke, major morbidity, operative mortality with severe, moderate pre-op anemia
Wednesday, October 03, 2012

High-Dose Vitamin D Does Not Prevent or Treat Colds
No reductions in days missed from work, duration of symptoms, or cold severity
Tuesday, October 02, 2012

Study Finds β-Blockers May Not Reduce Cardiovascular Event Risk
Findings in observational study of stable patients with, without coronary artery disease, prior MI
Tuesday, October 02, 2012

Observation Units Could Save $3.1 Billion Nationally Per Year
Hospital observation units could save $1,572 per patient; $4.6 million annually per hospital
Tuesday, October 02, 2012

Hip Resurfacing Shows Higher Failure Rate Than Replacement
Use of smaller head sizes linked to higher failure rates in both men and women
Tuesday, October 02, 2012

Patients Benefit From Access to Physician Notes
Patients frequently access visit notes; almost all patients want open note policy to continue
Monday, October 01, 2012

Melatonin Effective for Sleep in Patients Taking β-Blockers
No rebound sleep disturbance observed after discontinuing melatonin
Monday, October 01, 2012

SNPs Linked to Erectile Dysfunction After Radiotherapy
Twelve polymorphisms linked to risk of developing ED after radiation for prostate cancer
Friday, September 28, 2012

Benzodiazepine Use Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
Link robust after adjustment, across pooled studies over time, in nested case-control study
Friday, September 28, 2012

Study Supports Diet High in Total Antioxidants for Lower MI Risk
Women with highest dietary total antioxidant capacity had lower risk of MI over 10 years
Thursday, September 27, 2012

Being Deemed 'Unfit to Drive' Cuts Subsequent Road Crashes
Physicians' warnings contribute to decrease in road crashes, but affect doc-patient relationship
Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Drugs Similar in Efficacy for Neuropathic Pain in Diabetes
Amitriptyline, duloxetine, and pregabalin reduce pain; differ in sleep quality, adverse effects
Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Antibiotic Use Varies by Season, Geographic Region for Elderly
In older adults, antibiotic use highest in South, lowest in West, particularly in winter months
Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Duration of Antiplatelet Drugs for Drug-Eluting Stents Studied
Two studies show similar rate of cardiac events with/without discontinuation during first year
Thursday, September 20, 2012

Nearly Half of European Mortality Due to Cancer, Chronic Disease
Inverse link seen for country-specific crude death rate for cancer/chronic disease versus other causes
Wednesday, September 19, 2012

L-Carnitine Does Not Reduce Cancer-Related Fatigue
No relief for patients with invasive malignancies given L-carnitine supplementation 2 g/day for four weeks
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Resuming Warfarin After GI Bleed Cuts Mortality
Benefits of lower risk of thrombosis and death outweigh risks of new gastrointestinal bleed
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

No Increased Cancer Risk With Herpes Zoster Infection
Enhanced surveillance for cancer deemed not necessary in patients with herpes zoster infection
Monday, September 17, 2012

Considerable Out-of-Pocket Costs in Last Few Years of Life
Elderly Medicare beneficiaries are faced with significant out-of-pocket health care costs
Monday, September 17, 2012

Study Looks at Pain Processing Abnormalities in Knee OA
Central sensitization may explain cases of knee OA with high clinical pain, low-grade disease
Monday, September 17, 2012

Health Ambiguity Linked to Depression in Stroke Survivors
Correlation is stronger for male than female survivors of a first stroke
Monday, September 17, 2012

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Ups Cardio Risk in the Elderly
OSA associated with increased risk of CV death, but CPAP treatment may reduce this risk
Friday, September 14, 2012

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone Up Over Time in Oldest Old
Increased TSH not linked to mortality; elevated free T₄ positively linked to death
Friday, September 14, 2012

Risk of Car Accidents Up With Antidepressant Use
Benzodiazepines and Z-drug use also increases odds of car accidents, but not antipsychotic use
Friday, September 14, 2012

Higher Mortality Risk With Preoperative Hyponatremia
Also linked to more complications, including coronary events, wound infections, and pneumonia
Friday, September 14, 2012

Disability for 15 Percent of Patients After Minor Stroke, TIA
Recurrent events have largest relative impact on outcome; 53 percent disabled after recurrent event
Friday, September 14, 2012

Long-Term Finasteride Doesn't Impair Quality of Life
No negative effects for men randomized to receive finasteride to prevent prostate cancer
Thursday, September 13, 2012

Persistence of Statin Use Linked to Decreased Cancer Risk
Significant reduction in risk of hematopoietic malignancies for those with most persistent use
Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Review: Omega-3s Do Not Reduce Risk of Cardio Events
Meta-analysis of 20 studies shows no correlation with mortality, cardiac mortality, MI, stroke
Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Less Alzheimer's Pathology With Angiotensin Receptor Blocker Use
Autopsies show less amyloid deposition markers for angiotensin receptor blocker-treated patients
Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Acupuncture Activates Neural Responses in Parkinson's
Stimulation on GB34 activates responses in brain regions linked with Parkinson's disease
Tuesday, September 11, 2012

NSAID Use Ups Cardiovascular Risk Up to Five Years Post-MI
Increased risk of death and coronary death or recurrent MI for NSAID users versus nonusers
Monday, September 10, 2012

Cancer Survivors Uneasy With Primary Care Doctor Follow-Up
Survivors cite lack of cancer expertise, continuity of care as barriers to role of primary care doctors
Monday, September 10, 2012

Drinking Dealcoholized Red Wine Lowers Blood Pressure
Changes in blood pressure likely occur through a nitric oxide–mediated mechanism
Monday, September 10, 2012

Not All Docs/Nurses Want to Be Asked About Hand Hygiene
Few were asked in the past month; more than a quarter do not want patients to remind them
Friday, September 07, 2012

Prevalence of Diagnostic Errors in the ICU Assessed
Twenty-eight percent of autopsies report at least one misdiagnosis; 8 percent identify Class I error
Thursday, September 06, 2012

Themes Identified for Improving End-of-Life Care in ER
Five major and four minor themes emerge from questions posed to emergency department nurses
Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Clopidogrel After MI Less Effective in Diabetes Patients
Less reduction in risk of all-cause, cardiovascular death in patients with diabetes versus without
Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Unrecognized MI Prevalent in Older Adults, Ups Mortality
Better detection with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging than ECG
Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Over Half of U.S. Adults With HTN Do Not Have It Under Control
Majority of patients with uncontrolled hypertension have usual source of care, health insurance
Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Elderly Discharged Home Do Well After Heart Valve Surgery
Poorer one- and two-year survival for octogenarians who are not discharged home
Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Stressful Lifestyle, Type A Behavior Linked to Stroke
Odds of stroke up for current, ex-smokers; high consumption of energy drinks; Type A behavior
Monday, September 03, 2012

Factors Affecting Life Expectancy for Older Adults Studied
Physical activity most strongly linked with increased survival in adults aged 75 years and older
Friday, August 31, 2012

Lower Prostate Cancer-Specific Death With Anticoagulant Use
Aspirin primarily contributes to reduction for localized cancer treated with prostatectomy, radiotherapy
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Cognitive Decline Worse for Women vs. Men in Alzheimer's
Male patients perform better on verbal, visuospatial tasks, and memory tests
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Only Female Gender Ups Stoke Risk in A-Fib Patients ≥75 Years
Higher risk at one-, 12-year follow-up for females aged 75 and older, but not for younger women
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Eating Chocolate May Lower Stroke Risk for Men
Moderate chocolate consumption may lower the risk of any type of stroke by 17 to 19 percent
Wednesday, August 29, 2012

High Midlife Fitness Levels Linked to Healthier Old Age
For decedents, higher fitness linked to lower risk of chronic conditions relative to survival
Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Prasugrel, Clopidogrel Similar for Acute Coronary Syndromes
Frequency of primary end point, bleeding risks similar for those not undergoing revascularization
Monday, August 27, 2012

Modifiable Risk Factors Key in Social Inequality of Diabetes
Repeated measures of health behaviors, BMI account for about half of social differential
Thursday, August 23, 2012

Psychological Consequences Up for Spouses of MI Victims
Higher risk of depression than for those whose spouses experience other illnesses
Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Mindfulness Stress Reduction Reduces Loneliness in Elderly
Mindfulness-based stress reduction training also reduces pro-inflammatory gene expression
Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Brain Damage Linked to Believing Misleading Ads
Those with damage to ventromedial prefrontal cortex more likely to believe ads, buy products
Monday, August 20, 2012

2012 Indicators of Well-Being for Older Americans Issued
Indicators of population, economics, health status, health risks, and health care described
Monday, August 20, 2012

Study Shows 'SuperAgers' Have Thicker Cortex, No Atrophy
Thicker cerebral cortex than aged-matched controls; no atrophy versus middle-aged controls
Monday, August 20, 2012

Study Links Eating Egg Yolks With Carotid Plaque Area
Eating three or more egg yolks per week versus fewer than two increases carotid plaque build-up
Friday, August 17, 2012

Hospital Deaths From Head Trauma Higher on Weekends
Elderly admitted at the weekend are significantly more likely to die after traumatic brain injury
Wednesday, August 15, 2012

ABO Blood Group Correlated With Coronary Heart Disease
Risk up for non-O blood group versus O, even after adjustment for cardiovascular risk factors
Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Cocoa Flavanols May Improve Cognitive Function in Elderly
Benefit seen in elderly with mild cognitive impairment; partly mediated by insulin sensitivity
Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Poor Follow-Up of Hospital Tests Often Due to Late Orders
Tests performed on day of discharge represent 6.8 percent of all tests, 46.8 percent of missed results
Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Risk of Liver Injury Up With Certain Fluoroquinolones
Moxifloxacin and levofloxacin approximately double risk of acute liver injury in older people
Monday, August 13, 2012

Aspirin Use Again Linked to Slightly Lower Cancer Mortality
But, relationship may not be as strong as in previously reported pooled-data analysis
Monday, August 13, 2012

Phone Intervention Cost-Effective for Glycemic Control
Modest cost to achieve small decrease in hemoglobin A1c; more costly to achieve goal of <7 percent
Friday, August 10, 2012

CDC: Increase in Prevalence of Walking in the United States
Walkers are significantly more likely to meet the aerobic physical activity guideline than non-walkers
Thursday, August 09, 2012

Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone Ups Cognition in Elderly
Findings applicable to both healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment
Wednesday, August 08, 2012

Lifestyle-Integrated Approach Reduces Falls Among Elderly
Seniors at risk of falls benefit from integration of balance, strength training into routine activities
Wednesday, August 08, 2012

Infection Risk Up for Seniors With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Comorbidity, rural residence, disease severity, prior infection, DMARDs linked to infection
Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Photosensitizing Antihypertensive Meds Up Risk of Lip Cancer
Non-Hispanic whites treated long term with antihypertensives have increased odds of lip cancer
Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Larger Waist Linked to Worse Voiding Function in Men
Higher central obesity tied to increased prevalence of male pelvic dysfunction
Friday, August 03, 2012

Alzheimer's Cognitive Decline Slows in Advanced Age
Increasing cognitive decline for cognitively healthy results in convergence of several measures
Friday, August 03, 2012

Exercise, Drugs Compared for Depression Tx in CHD Patients
Both exercise and sertraline effective; both tend to reduce heart rate variability
Thursday, August 02, 2012

Clinicians Can Unintentionally Prompt Nocebo Effect
Negative expectations, being informed about complications up likelihood of adverse effects
Thursday, August 02, 2012

Low Vitamin D, Frailty Impact Mortality Risk in Elderly
In older adults, low vitamin D levels increase likelihood of frailty; together up risk of mortality
Thursday, August 02, 2012

Multiple Factors Motivate No Reperfusion in STEMI
Three or more reasons for most not receiving reperfusion; outcomes poor in this population
Thursday, August 02, 2012

High-Cost Imaging of Advanced Cancer Patients Increasing
More than one-third of stage IV cancer patients scanned in the last month of life
Thursday, August 02, 2012

Caffeine Has Positive Effect on Motor Symptoms in Parkinson's
But limited effect on excessive daytime sleepiness
Wednesday, August 01, 2012

Men With Prostate Cancer Increasingly Don't Die From It
The incidence of prostate cancer-specific death declined in Sweden and U.S. through 2008
Wednesday, August 01, 2012

Cataract Surgery Tied to Lower Hip Fracture Risk in Elderly
Findings based on one-year incidence of hip fracture in Medicare Part B patients with cataract
Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Donepezil Found Helpful in Dementia With Lewy Bodies
Improvement seen in cognitive, behavioral, global function when treated for 12 weeks at 5, 10 mg/day
Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Task Force Still Recommends Against Routine ECG Screening
Recommendation against screening for low-risk adults; insufficient evidence for high-risk adults
Tuesday, July 31, 2012

No Link Between Telomere Length and Diabetes Risk
No independent association found in multiethnic cohort of postmenopausal women
Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Pre-Op Statin Use Ups Insulin Resistance in Heart Surgery
Increased insulin resistance seen in dyslipidemic patients without diabetes taking statins pre-CABG
Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Cadmium Linked to Plaque Development in Older Women
Blood and urine cadmium levels independently linked to atherosclerotic plaque development
Monday, July 30, 2012

Women With Diabetes Report Low Sexual Satisfaction
Insulin-treated women more likely to report difficulty with lubrication and orgasm
Monday, July 30, 2012

Prior Basal Cell Carcinoma Is Main Predictor of Future BCC
Sunburn, baseline sun exposure, and sun protective measures do not independently predict risk
Monday, July 30, 2012

Study Assesses Impact of Lesion Severity on Coronary Event Risk
High-grade coronary stenosis linked to heightened STEMI risk within three months of discovery
Friday, July 27, 2012

MRSA Skin Infections Up, Linked to Furunculosis
Primary risk factor for recurrent furunculosis is nasal carriage of Staphylococcus aureus
Friday, July 27, 2012

Wives of Patients With Severe Sepsis at Risk for Depression
Depression up independent of bereavement; more likely for wives of survivors who are disabled
Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Shortened Telomere Length Tied to Dementia, Mortality Risk
Study finds shortened telomere length may be indicative of biological aging
Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Increased Risk of Heart Attack After Hip, Knee Replacement
Elevated risk persists for six weeks after hip replacement, two weeks after knee replacement
Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Hair Loss Drug Shows Long-Term Sexual Side Effects
In most patients, finasteride-associated sexual dysfunction persists, even after drug discontinuation
Monday, July 23, 2012

AAIC: Care Coordination Ups Care of Dementia Patients at Home
Intervention improves quality of life, safety issues in dementia patients living at home
Thursday, July 19, 2012

Poorer Patient Experience at Safety-Net Hospitals
Worse performance on nearly every measure of patient experience; discrepancy persisted over time
Thursday, July 19, 2012

~12,000 Preventable Deaths in English Hospitals Annually
Main causes are poor clinical monitoring, diagnostic errors, and inadequate drug/fluid management
Thursday, July 19, 2012

AAIC: Drinking Patterns Linked to Impaired Cognition
Two studies show increased risk for drinking early and late in life, and for binge drinking in elderly
Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Physical Inactivity Accounts for Considerable Disease Burden
Causes up to 10 percent of major non-communicable disease burden, 9 percent of premature deaths
Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Social Network Analysis IDs Informal Physician Networks
Geographic variation in network characteristics; similar physician, patient features within networks
Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Physical Illness Hospitalization Found to Increase Suicide Risk
Approximately one-quarter of all suicides in Denmark attributable to hospitalization for physical illness
Monday, July 16, 2012

Using a Pedometer Ups Leisure Walking Time for Older Adults
Use of pedometer-based intervention rather than time-based goals increases walking time
Monday, July 16, 2012

Hypertrophy Common in Older Patients With Port-Wine Stains
Median age of onset 31 years; 71 percent of patients older than 50 years have hypertrophy
Friday, July 13, 2012

High Phobic Anxiety Linked to Relative Telomere Length
The most phobic women have relative telomere length comparable to women six years older
Friday, July 13, 2012

Active Surveillance Cost-Effective for Prostate Cancer
At five, 10 years of follow-up, active surveillance saves money compared to immediate treatment
Thursday, July 12, 2012

People Born in the Fall More Likely to Survive to 100
People born from September to November more likely to be centenarians than March-born
Thursday, July 12, 2012

Abuse-Deterrent OxyContin Produces Unexpected Outcome
OxyContin abuse down, but increase noted in use of alternative opioid medications and heroin
Thursday, July 12, 2012

Long-Term Mortality Risk Low After Cerebral Vein Thrombosis
Previous venous thromboembolism history independently predicts recurrent events
Thursday, July 12, 2012

Supplement Mixture Improves Memory in Mild Alzheimer's
Improvement seen both on cognitive tests and functional connectivity on EEG
Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Current Resources Inadequate for Geriatric Mental Health
Increased funding, more resource training, research necessary to deal with growing population
Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Emergency Service Hospital Prenotification Ups Stroke Tx
Prenotification improves timing of tPA administration, proportion of patients receiving tPA
Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Vitamin D Status Impacts Weight Gain in Older Women
25-hydroxyvitamin D status correlates with weight change for older women who gain weight
Monday, July 09, 2012

Screening Men for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Cost-Effective
Rescreening high-risk individuals once after five years also considered a cost-effective option
Monday, July 09, 2012

Correlates of Diabetic Foot Complications Identified
Include PAR immunoreactivity, reduced abundance of type 1 procollagen, impaired skin structure
Friday, July 06, 2012

Medicare Part D Gap Lowers Maintenance Antidepressant Use
Elderly with generic coverage reduce just their use of brand-name antidepressants
Friday, July 06, 2012

High-Dose Vitamin D 'Somewhat Favorable' in Fracture Prevention
Benefits for elderly women consistent regardless of baseline levels, age, calcium intake
Thursday, July 05, 2012

No Increase in Shingles After Vaccine in Those on Biologics
Vaccine significantly reduces longer-term shingles risk in patients with immune-mediated diseases
Tuesday, July 03, 2012

Myrbetriq Approved for Overactive Bladder
Some 33 million Americans have the condition
Friday, June 29, 2012

Supreme Court Upholds Health Care Reform Law
'Individual-mandate' insurance requirement deemed constitutional
Thursday, June 28, 2012

Omega-3 Supplements Reduce Inflammation in Overweight
Low- and high-dose omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids beneficial for healthy sedentary adults
Thursday, June 28, 2012

One in Five Newly Admitted to Nursing Home Falls During Stay
Nursing homes with higher certified nursing assistant staffing had fewer falls
Thursday, June 28, 2012

Hospice Visit Number Affects Ability to Die at Home
Factors identified that affect hospice cancer patient ability to die in setting of choice
Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Long-Term Adverse Cardiac Outcomes for Low-Carb Diets
Use of low carbohydrate-high protein diets linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disease
Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Duplicate Payments by Federal Government Increasing
Dually enrolled patients in the VA and Medicare account for substantial, duplicate costs
Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Living Alone Linked to Higher Mortality in Older Adults
Second study shows increased functional decline, risk of death for elderly who report loneliness
Thursday, June 21, 2012

Eating Disorder Symptoms Evident in Women Over 50
High endorsement of eating disorder symptoms, dieting, and body checking behaviors
Thursday, June 21, 2012

Deep Brain Stimulation Aids Motor Function in Parkinson's
Stable improvement seen with stimulation of the globus pallidus interna, subthalamic nucleus
Thursday, June 21, 2012

Diabetes Linked to Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Poor glucose control linked to worse cognitive function, even after multivariable adjustment
Thursday, June 21, 2012

Half of Residents Report Working While Sick
Most frequent reasons for presenteeism include feeling obligation to colleagues and to patient care
Thursday, June 21, 2012

Genetic Contribution Detected in Responses to Opioids
Twin study shows significant inherited component for nausea, depressed breathing, drug liking
Thursday, June 21, 2012

Diabetes Linked to Increased Cause-Specific Mortality
Diabetes correlates with increased risk of death from diseases, including several forms of cancer
Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Smoking Increases Risk of Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Smoking ups risk of squamous cell carcinoma, but not basal cell carcinoma, nonmelanoma skin cancer
Wednesday, June 20, 2012

More Untreated Kidney Failure Seen in Older Adults
Treated kidney failure rate higher for young versus older adults; overall failure rates less variable
Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Research Suggests Flavocoxid Causes Acute Liver Injury
Injury seen as mixed hepatocellular-cholestatic hepatitis beginning within one to three months of use
Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Poor Outcomes for Hospitalized Patients With Alzheimer's
Hospitalization increases risk of death and institutionalization; delirium further increases risks
Monday, June 18, 2012

Psychological Distress Increases Cerebrovascular Death Risk
Simple General Health Questionnaire may have value in screening for psychological distress
Monday, June 18, 2012

High-Salt Diet Ups Markers of Endothelial Dysfunction
For those with high levels of biomarkers, high-sodium diet correlates with increased risk of HTN
Monday, June 18, 2012

Coexistent Lumbar Disorders Complicate Hip Arthroplasty
Patients with coexistent disorders have less improvement in function, pain; increased costs
Monday, June 18, 2012

Review: Vitamin D Plus Calcium Linked to Mortality Reduction
Effect not seen for vitamin D alone in either individual patient data or trial level meta-analyses
Friday, June 15, 2012

Testosterone Therapy Does Not Up Prostate Cancer Incidence
One case of cancer diagnosed per 212 years of testosterone replacement therapy
Friday, June 15, 2012

Factors ID'd in Healing Failure of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Patients have increased inflammation and aberrant growth factor levels
Friday, June 15, 2012

CDC: Preventive Health Services Underused Before 2010
Underutilized services include cholesterol screening, BP control, smoking cessation assistance
Thursday, June 14, 2012

Statins Exhibit Adverse Effect on Energy, Exertional Fatigue
Randomized trial shows unfavorable effect of statins on energy and fatigue, particularly for women
Thursday, June 14, 2012

Cognitive Benefit of Omega-3s in Older Adults Questioned
Review finds that direct evidence on the effect of omega-3 PUFA on incident dementia is lacking
Thursday, June 14, 2012

Female APOE ε4 Carriers Have Preclinical Signs of Alzheimer's
Changes in brain's memory network can be seen in female carriers before symptoms appear
Thursday, June 14, 2012

Trend Shows Early Menopause Linked to Cerebral Aneurysm
Each five-year increase in the age of menopause lowers the risk of cerebral aneurysm by 21 percent
Thursday, June 14, 2012

Fatal Airway Necrosis Noted After Stereotactic Body Radiation
Case report describes necrosis ID'd eight months after stereotactic body-radiation for lung cancer
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Fecal Incontinence Costs ~$4,000 Per Patient Annually
Annual costs similar to those for treating urinary incontinence
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Cannabinoid Formulation Benefits Opioid-Refractory Pain
Nabiximols offers pain relief for patients with advanced cancer, especially at low-dose
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Poor Oral Hygiene Found Predictive of Cancer Mortality
Dental plaque linked to increased odds of death; similar association seen for age and male gender
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Curbing Antibiotic Prophylaxis Doesn't Up Endocarditis Risk
No increase in infective endocarditis in high-heart risk dental patients since 2007 AHA guidelines
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Task Force Questions Use of Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements
Government advisory panel finds insufficient evidence to support protective role of supplements
Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Short-Term Meditation Improves Brain Function
Dynamic pattern of change seen around anterior cingulate cortex, involved in self-regulation
Tuesday, June 12, 2012

ADA: Salsalate Doesn't Up Endothelial Function in T2DM
No change in flow-mediated, endothelium-dependent dilation; lower Hb1Ac, inflammatory markers
Tuesday, June 12, 2012

SLEEP: Short Sleep Ups Stroke Symptoms in Normal-Weight
Risk up for normal-weight adults with low risk of sleep-disordered breathing who sleep <6 hours
Monday, June 11, 2012

Many PCPs Recommend Colorectal Cancer Screening in Elderly
Comorbidities may affect screening modality, but many docs recommend non-beneficial screening
Monday, June 11, 2012

Link Between Vascular Disease and Disc Height Loss Examined
Link is independent of cardiovascular disease; mainly explained by patient age, gender, BMI
Friday, June 08, 2012

Prevalence, Predictors of Interval Colorectal Cancer ID'd
Both procedural and biologic factors contribute to development of interval colorectal cancers
Friday, June 08, 2012

Higher Risk of VTE in CKD Surgical Patients on Enoxaparin
Compared to desirudin, VTE risk up for enoxaparin-treated CKD stage 3B patients after THR
Friday, June 08, 2012

Three Percent of Hip, Knee Replacements Need Critical Care
Older patients, general anesthesia, post-op complications increase odds of critical care services
Friday, June 08, 2012

Prediabetes Linked to Increased Risk of Stroke
Impaired glucose tolerance with/without impaired fasting glucose linked to modest increase in risk
Friday, June 08, 2012

Venous Thromboembolism Up in Adult Hospitalizations
Efforts needed to implement prevention strategies to curb this growing public health concern
Thursday, June 07, 2012

Hospital Observation Services Rising for Medicare Enrollees
From 2007 to 2009, shift seen away from inpatient admission toward outpatient observation
Thursday, June 07, 2012

Endurance Training May Induce Adverse Cardiac Remodeling
In some individuals, excessive training may cause adverse structural and electrical remodeling
Wednesday, June 06, 2012

Low Risk of Herpes Zoster Recurrence in Elderly
Short-term risk of herpes zoster recurrence low, regardless of vaccination status
Wednesday, June 06, 2012

Many Adults May Accidentally Overdose on Acetaminophen
Limited literacy, heavy use of acetaminophen-containing products independently linked to risk
Wednesday, June 06, 2012

Telephone Therapy Effective for Treating Depression
Reduced attrition; but patients who undergo face-to-face therapy are less depressed at six months
Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Troponin T May Help Predict Death After Noncardiac Surgery
Increasing troponin T levels during first three days post-op linked to increased 30-day mortality risk
Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Aspirin Ups Risk of Bleeding in All But Diabetes Patients
Patients with diabetes have increased risk of major bleeding, independent of aspirin use
Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Pollution Exposure, Obesity Linked to Poor Asthma Control
Exposure to traffic exhaust correlates with poor control, exacerbations in elderly with asthma
Tuesday, June 05, 2012

In A-Fib, Rhythm Control Reduces Mortality in Long Term
Little difference within four years of initiation of rhythm, rate control; rhythm superior in long term
Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Many Patients Keep Using PPIs After Negative GERD Test
Nearly half of patients keep using proton pump inhibitors; most don't recall being told to stop
Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Soy-Rich Diet Not Found to Improve Global Cognition
No improvement seen in healthy postmenopausal women who ate an isoflavone-rich soy protein diet
Monday, June 04, 2012

More Fruit, Veggies, Exercise Ups Survival in Older Women
Physical activity and levels of total serum carotenoids predict survival in older women
Monday, June 04, 2012

Ischemic Stroke Risk Higher in Women With A-Fib
For younger women without vascular disease, risk tends to be higher but doesn't reach significance
Friday, June 01, 2012

Dark Chocolate May Prevent Cardio Events in High-Risk
Daily consumption of dark chocolate effective, cost-effective for those with metabolic syndrome
Friday, June 01, 2012

Global Cancer Incidence Set to Top 20 Million Per Year by 2030
If current cancer- and gender-specific trends continue, incidence predicted at 22.2 million
Friday, June 01, 2012

Slow-Growing Melanomas Lose Structure, Vary Color With Time
Little increase in lesion diameter, but structure, organization, and colors of lesions change
Thursday, May 31, 2012

Cardiovascular Risk Counseling Improves Statin Adherence
Nurse-led counseling reduces anxiety; improved lipid profile seen for primary prevention patients
Thursday, May 31, 2012

White Matter Integrity Linked to Intelligence in Elderly
Integrity markers partially explain variance; effect mediated by information-processing speed
Thursday, May 31, 2012

Repeat CT Scan Urged for Head Trauma Patients on Warfarin
Patients on warfarin, with initial INR higher than 3, at greater risk of delayed hemorrhage
Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Link Between Obesity and Lower-Extremity Lymphedema Explored
Study finds that as BMI increases there may be a threshold above which lymphatic flow is impaired
Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Protein Elevated in Stroke Patients With Microbleeds
Higher levels of VEGF, a marker of vascular permeability
Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Working Night Shift May Increase Breast Cancer Risk
Significant increase in risk with more years of night shift work, cumulative number of night shifts
Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Diabetes Linked to Lung Cancer in Postmenopausal Women
Postmenopausal women with diabetes have higher risk of lung cancer, especially if using insulin
Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Lower Limb Muscle Limitations Hamper Walking in Diabetes
Diabetes linked to slower walking speed; partly due to diabetes-related skeletal muscle impairments
Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Family History of Alzheimer's Affects Functional Connectivity
Effect on default mode network functional connectivity seen in APOE ε4 allele noncarriers
Friday, May 25, 2012

Upping Dietary Calcium Buys No Big Cardiovascular Benefit
Whereas calcium supplements linked to significant increase in risk of myocardial infarction
Friday, May 25, 2012

Common Therapies for Basal Cell Carcinoma Offer Similar Survival
Long-term tumor-free survival similar for imiquimod, photodynamic therapy
Friday, May 25, 2012

Peritonitis Ups Odds of Mortality in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients
Risk of peritonitis elevated six-fold in 30 days before death in patients on treatment
Friday, May 25, 2012

Magnesium Not Recommended After Subarachnoid Bleed
Randomized trial concurs with meta-analysis indicating no benefit for reduction of poor outcome
Friday, May 25, 2012

Low Vitamin D Intake Tied to Risk of Thromboembolic Stroke
During 34 years of follow-up, increased risk seen for men in lowest versus highest vitamin D quartile
Thursday, May 24, 2012

U.S. Stroke Prevalence Little Changed in Recent Years
Rates vary by state and sociodemographic characteristics; disparities still persist
Thursday, May 24, 2012

One-Fifth of Healthy Middle-Aged Men Have Low-Grade Murmur
Murmur detected on heart auscultation associated with higher risk of aortic valve replacement
Thursday, May 24, 2012

New Estimates Up Dementia Rates in Mid-Income Countries
Incidence of dementia higher using 10/66 diagnostic criteria; increased death for those with dementia
Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Treatment With rt-PA Within Six Hours of Stroke Beneficial
Randomized trial, meta-analysis show benefit for wide range of patients with acute ischemic stroke
Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Aspirin Effective in Preventing Thromboembolism Recurrence
For patients with unprovoked VTE, aspirin presents no apparent increase in risk of major bleeding
Wednesday, May 23, 2012

ATS: 9/11 Home Damage Tied to Respiratory Symptoms, Disease
Increased risk of disease tied to heavy coating of dust, damage to home furnishings
Wednesday, May 23, 2012

For Older Women, Saturated Fats Linked to Worse Cognition
Higher intake of monounsaturated fats linked to improved cognition, verbal memory trajectories
Tuesday, May 22, 2012

CPAP Use May Reduce Risk of Hypertension in Apnea Patients
No significant effect of CPAP on cardio events, HTN; however, CPAP linked to reduced HTN in second study
Tuesday, May 22, 2012

ATS: Benefits/Harms of Low-Dose CT Screening Assessed
Screening may benefit individuals at high-risk of cancer, but concerns remain about potential harms
Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Weight Loss Reduces Potential Breast Cancer Biomarkers
Diet, diet + exercise lower testosterone, serum estrogens in overweight, postmenopausal women
Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Post-Stroke Inpatient Statins Improve Discharge Outcomes
After ischemic stroke, inpatient statin use increases likelihood of discharge to home or institution
Tuesday, May 22, 2012

DDW: Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Tied to Lower CRC Incidence
Screening linked to reduced incidence in proximal and distal CRC, reduced mortality for distal CRC
Monday, May 21, 2012

U.S. Task Force Recommends Against PSA-Based Screening
New evidence-based guidelines from USPSTF suggest screening benefits do not outweigh harms
Monday, May 21, 2012

Altered Amino Acid Metabolism Precedes Hyperglycemia
Circulating amino acid levels may serve as markers of future glycemia in general population
Monday, May 21, 2012

White Matter of Abstinent Alcoholics Recovers Over Time
Microstructural changes in genu and body of corpus callosum improve after a year of abstinence
Monday, May 21, 2012

ASCO: Oncologists Better ID Long-Term Effects of Chemo
Very few primary care physicians identified main late or long-term effects of four chemo drugs
Friday, May 18, 2012

Gene Expression Profile Testing Increasing in Breast Cancer
Linked with decrease in chemotherapy in women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
Thursday, May 17, 2012

Generic Versions of Plavix Approved
Dispensed with Medication Guide that provides important instructions on use, drug safety
Thursday, May 17, 2012

PEG Tubes Linked to Increased Risk of New Pressure Ulcers
And existing pressure ulcers less likely to heal for nursing home residents with cognitive impairment
Thursday, May 17, 2012

ASCO: Abiraterone Tolerated in High-Risk Prostate Cancer
Good pathological complete/near complete response with abiraterone + leuprolide
Thursday, May 17, 2012

Predictors of Length of Hospital Stay After Spine Surgery ID'd
Several factors contribute to increased length of stay for patients undergoing minimally invasive TLIF
Thursday, May 17, 2012

Statins Benefit Those at Low Risk for Vascular Events
Review shows benefit even for those with five-year risk of major vascular events of <10 percent
Thursday, May 17, 2012

Causality Link Between HDL Cholesterol, MI Challenged
Carriers of LIPG 396Ser, those with high genetic score, have high HDL but no reduction in MI risk
Thursday, May 17, 2012

Azithromycin Tied to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Mortality
Increased risk of all-cause, cardio mortality; especially in those at risk for cardiovascular disease
Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Many People With Dementia Die at Home
Transitions to nursing homes are most often temporary, following a hospitalization
Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Diagonal Ear Lobe Crease Tied to Coronary Artery Disease
Related not only to presence but also to extent and severity of coronary artery disease
Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Repeated Revascularization Doesn't Aid High-Risk Patients
Exercise testing after coronary revascularization may identify asymptomatic patients as high-risk
Wednesday, May 16, 2012

CDC: 35th Report on the Health of the Nation Published
Special feature on socioeconomic status and health shows education is key to improving health
Wednesday, May 16, 2012

U.S. Lifetime Prevalence of Sleep Walking ~30 Percent
More frequent episodes linked to obstructive sleep apnea; alcohol abuse; use of sleeping pills, SSRIs
Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Screening for Retinopathy Every Two Years Deemed Safe
No increased risk of vision loss for patients with type 2 diabetes without diabetic retinopathy
Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Trail Making Test Performance Predicts Post-Stroke Mortality
Pre-stroke executive performance, as measured by TMT-A and -B, linked to long-term risk of death
Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Better Outcomes at High-Volume Stroke Centers
Faster times to treatment; patients more likely to have good clinical outcome, successful reperfusion
Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Lack of Post-MI Discharge Advice Hinders Sexual Activity
Less than half of patients receive discharge instructions on resuming sexual activity after AMI
Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Acupuncture Tied to Improved Dyspnea on Exertion in COPD
After 12 weeks of acupuncture, patients with COPD have better Borg scale score after six-minute walk
Tuesday, May 15, 2012

CT Colonography Accurate for 10 mm Adenomas
Less accurate for smaller lesions; better patient scores for comfort, exam preparation
Monday, May 14, 2012

AHA: CHF Hospital Readmission Linked to Availability of Care
Supply-side variables, socioeconomics explain readmission variability more than hospital quality
Monday, May 14, 2012

AHA: Clot-Busting Drug OK for Stroke Patients on Warfarin
No increased intracranial hemorrhage risk for acute ischemic stroke patients using warfarin
Monday, May 14, 2012

Post-SES Implantation, Statins Prevent Late Revascularization
Statins cut risk of late target lesion revascularization after sirolimus-eluting stent implant
Friday, May 11, 2012

AHA: Middle-Aged Fitness Lowers Health Care Costs Later
Findings persist even after adjusting for other risk factors in both men and women
Friday, May 11, 2012

HRS: Statins Reduce the Risk of A-Fib in Elderly With HTN
Statins are particularly effective for patients with CHADS₂ score of ≥2, other comorbidities
Friday, May 11, 2012

Brain Stimulation Improves Brain Function in Alzheimer's
In a related study, a greater purpose in life reduces the effect of Alzheimer's pathology
Friday, May 11, 2012

AHA: Bypassing Non-PCI Hospital Ups Outcomes in STEMI
Patients transported directly to PCI center have quicker reperfusion times, lower mortality
Thursday, May 10, 2012

Substantial Survival for Older Adults With Diabetes
Five-year survival exceeds 50 percent for most adults over age 50, regardless of health status
Thursday, May 10, 2012

Mid- and Late-Life Depression Tied to Dementia Risk
Symptoms also tied to increased risk of Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia
Thursday, May 10, 2012

ECO: Normalizing Testosterone in Men Linked to Weight Loss
Testosterone shots linked to reduced BMI, waist circumference, BP, improved metabolic profile
Thursday, May 10, 2012

Review: Physical Activity Cuts Mortality for Cancer Survivors
Consistent evidence for benefit of exercise on all-cause, breast and colon cancer-specific mortality
Wednesday, May 09, 2012

Older Women With A-Fib at Greater Stroke Risk Than Men
Increased risk based on gender remains, regardless of warfarin use or other risk factors
Tuesday, May 08, 2012

Living Close to Major Roadway at Time of MI Ups Mortality
Acute myocardial infarction survivors have increased risk of all-cause mortality over 10 years
Tuesday, May 08, 2012

Zinc May Shorten Duration of Common Cold in Adults
Symptoms reduced in adults, but not children; bad taste, nausea are common adverse effects
Monday, May 07, 2012

Exercise Training Reduces Muscle Proteolysis in CHF
Training linked to reduction in MuRF-1 in younger and older patients with chronic heart failure
Monday, May 07, 2012

Computer Use + Exercise Lower Mild Cognitive Impairment Risk
Combined effect of the two activities linked with decreased likelihood of MCI among elderly
Friday, May 04, 2012

Complementary Medicine Not Tied to Prostate Cancer Outcome
Complementary, alternative medicine widely used; no effect on treatment satisfaction, outcomes
Friday, May 04, 2012

Gene Variants Linked to Hot Flashes in Women Who Smoke
Smoking plus genetic variants in sex steroid metabolism impact hot flash frequency, severity
Friday, May 04, 2012

Many COPD Comorbidities Independently Tied to Mortality
Twelve comorbidities include cancers and cardiovascular problems
Friday, May 04, 2012

TAVI Is a Reasonable Option for High-Risk Elderly Patients
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation benefits patients with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis
Thursday, May 03, 2012

Endotoxemia Influenced by Diet Type
Western-style diet induces 71 percent increase, versus 31 percent decrease with prudent-diet
Thursday, May 03, 2012

Omega-3 Intake Linked With Reduced Plasma β-Amyloid 42
Inverse association between omega-3 fatty acids and Aβ42; no association for other nutrients
Wednesday, May 02, 2012

Body Fat Linked to Reduced Fracture Risk for Women
Percent body fat predicts hip fractures for women, not men; effect size similar to bone density
Wednesday, May 02, 2012

Asthma Has Adverse Effect on Physical Health in Elderly
Increased allergic sensitization, decreased lung function, worse quality of life for those over 60
Wednesday, May 02, 2012

Breast Brachytherapy May Not Be Best Choice in Older Women
More complications but no difference in overall survival versus whole-breast irradiation
Tuesday, May 01, 2012

Methodological Heterogeneity Seen in Clinical Trials
Trials registered with ClinicalTrials.gov from 2007 to 2010 mainly small, single-center
Tuesday, May 01, 2012

A Third of Adults With Arthritis Have Anxiety, Depression
Anxiety more prevalent than depression among U.S. adults with arthritis
Tuesday, May 01, 2012

Hospital Strategies Linked to Lower Mortality After Acute MI
Five specific hospital strategies correlate with lower 30-day risk-standardized mortality rates
Tuesday, May 01, 2012

Index Identifies Clot Risk in Outpatient Surgery Patients
High-risk outpatient surgery patients have blood clot rates of 1.18 percent
Tuesday, May 01, 2012

Stress Reduction Ups Health Status in Type 2 Diabetes
Intervention lowers depression, improves health, has no effect on albuminuria at one year
Friday, April 27, 2012

Sunscreen Use May Lead to Vitamin D Deficiency
Amount and SPF of sunscreen recommended by the WHO suppresses vitamin D production
Friday, April 27, 2012

Childhood Socioeconomic Status Affects Brain Volume
Affects hippocampal volume of older adults without dementia, after adjusting for confounders
Friday, April 27, 2012

Heart Surgery Safe for Compensated Cirrhosis Patients
No increased risk of perioperative complications in patients with Child-Pugh score less than 8
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Nutrition, Exercise Guidelines Updated for Cancer Survivors
American Cancer Society guidelines discuss best clinical practice for continuum of cancer care
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Berries May Slow Cognitive Decline in Older Women
Greater consumption of blueberries, strawberries linked to slower rate of cognitive decline
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Sleep of Short Duration Common in U.S. Workers
Prevalence particularly high in night-shift workers
Thursday, April 26, 2012

AHA: Similar Stroke Risk on Stopping Rivaroxaban, Warfarin
Similar, high stroke risk for patients with a-fib who temporarily or permanently discontinue meds
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Early Menopause Ups Risk of Osteoporosis, Fractures, Death
Menopause before age 47 increases mortality risk, fragility fractures, osteoporosis at age 77
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Subtype Best Predictor of Basal Cell Carcinoma Invasion Depth
Subtype superior to age, contours, necrosis, and solar elastosis as depth predictor
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Age, Life Expectancy Influence Termination of PSA Screening
Barriers to discontinuation of screening include patient expectations, time constraints
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Warfarin Keeps Stroke Risk Low in Patients With A-Fib
Review shows risk of stroke per year higher in the elderly, females, patients with stroke history
Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Erosive, but Not Nonerosive, GERD Ups Esophageal CA Risk
Overall risk remains low; no increased risk for patients with nonerosive reflux
Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Resistance Training Aids Memory in Senior Women
Twice-weekly resistance training improves cognition compared with balance, tone exercises
Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Amyloid-β-Linked Cognitive Decline Linked to Phospho-Tau
Cerebrospinal fluid Aβ tied to longitudinal cognitive decline in the presence of phospho-tau 181
Wednesday, April 25, 2012

USPSTF Guidelines Haven't Changed PSA Screening Practice
Screening rates for men over 75 years were unchanged from 2005 to 2010
Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Mortality High for Cardiac Device Infective Endocarditis
Coexisting valve involvement linked with increased mortality; early device removal improves survival
Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Meds, Clinic Noncompliance Linked to Mortality in Diabetes
Medication, clinic appointment noncompliance ups mortality in insulin-treated type 2 diabetes
Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Reduce No-Reflow Post-PCI
For patients with acute MI, ARB pretreatment is significant predictor of reduced no-reflow
Monday, April 23, 2012

Shingles Vaccine Generally Well Tolerated in Older Adults
Small, but significant, increased risk of allergic reaction in days one to seven following vaccination
Monday, April 23, 2012

AHA: Depression, Peripheral Artery Disease Linked
Patients with depression significantly more likely to have PAD, PAD-related events
Friday, April 20, 2012

Letting Go of Regret Linked to Healthy Aging
Emotionally healthy aging associated with reduced response to missed opportunities
Friday, April 20, 2012

Race, Location Affect Probability of Survival to Age 70
Set of 22 socioeconomic and environmental variables account for almost all variability in S₇₀
Friday, April 20, 2012

QRS Width on ECG Linked to Sudden Cardiac Arrest in CAD
For patients with CAD, with and without history of MI, QRS width significantly predicts SCA
Friday, April 20, 2012

Eating Low-Fat Dairy Linked to Reduced Stroke Risk
Reduced risk for total stroke, cerebral infarction for highest versus lowest quintile of consumption
Thursday, April 19, 2012

Pulmonary HTN Predicts Heart Failure After Acute MI
Presence of pulmonary hypertension at index admission predicts risk of heart failure
Thursday, April 19, 2012

Long-Term Air Pollution Linked to Multiple Diseases
Greater increase in hospital admissions for long-term versus short-term exposure
Thursday, April 19, 2012

Review Shows Gum Disease Does Not Cause Heart Disease
Common risk factors for atherosclerotic vascular, periodontal diseases; but no causal relationship
Thursday, April 19, 2012

Higher Daily Physical Activity Reduces Alzheimer's Risk
Total daily physical activity also associated with the rate of change in cognitive function
Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Numerous Genetic Variants Linked to Bone Mineral Density
Fourteen bone mineral density-associated loci linked with fracture risk
Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Medicare Coverage Gap Leads to Drug Discontinuation
About 57 percent of Medicare Part D patients stop taking cardiovascular drugs in coverage gap
Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Basal Cell Carcinoma on Ear Significantly More Aggressive
BCC on ear primarily occurs in men, but aggressive phenotype seen in both men and women
Wednesday, April 18, 2012

ICD-9 Codes Underestimate Statin-Linked Rhabdomyolysis
Use of validated cases instead of ICD-9 code results in higher relative risk for high-dose statins
Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Nutrition, Mobility Predict Early Death in Elderly Cancer Patients
Low nutritional test score, poor mobility, advanced disease predict early death after chemo initiation
Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Pain Correlates Most Strongly With Disability in Hispanics With RA
Irreversible articular damage, depression, disease activity, age, pain predict later disability
Friday, April 13, 2012

Role of Omega-3 in Secondary Prevention of CVD Questioned
Meta-analysis finds inconclusive evidence of benefit in secondary prevention of cardiovascular events
Thursday, April 12, 2012

Mentholated Cigarettes Linked to Increased Stroke Risk
Findings particularly pronounced in women and non-African-American smokers
Thursday, April 12, 2012

Antidepressants Don't Worsen Parkinson's Symptoms
Paroxetine and venlafaxine XR effectively treat depression in Parkinson's patients
Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Perception of Breast Cancer Care Differs From Actual Care Quality
Study focuses on women from inner cities with newly diagnosed, early-stage breast cancer
Wednesday, April 11, 2012

BMD Loss Occurs Early in Androgen Deprivation Therapy
Study finds loss evident in men treated with ADT for nonmetastatic, hormone-sensitive prostate cancer
Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Mobile Stroke Units Halve Time to Treatment
Unit can treat patients at the emergency site rather than at the hospital
Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Stroke Risk Much Higher If Sibling Has Had a Stroke
Risk highest with a full sibling with a stroke or sibling with stroke at 55 years or younger
Wednesday, April 11, 2012

ECG Abnormalities Add to Accuracy of CHD Risk Prediction
Study considers whether resting ECG should be part of routine risk assessment in asymptomatic adults
Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Frequent, Older Dental X-Rays Linked to Brain Cancer
Increased risk seen with frequent bitewings in old machines and panorex films in young children
Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Insurers Should Screen Older Smokers for Lung Cancer
Cost per life-year saved comparable to cervical, breast, and colorectal cancer screening costs
Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Infection May Be Trigger for Venous Thromboembolism
Older adults at risk of blood clots in three months following infection
Monday, April 09, 2012

Statins Moderate Effect of Metformin on Prostate Cancer
Taking both metformin and statins significantly reduces the incidence of prostate cancer
Monday, April 09, 2012

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Lowers Health-Related QoL
Effects of lumbar spinal stenosis on health-related quality of life compounded by comorbidities
Friday, April 06, 2012

Physical Activity Predicts Functionality in Older Adults
Those seniors remaining physically active have fewer functional limitations
Friday, April 06, 2012

Immunotherapy Tied to Lower Alzheimer's CSF Biomarkers
Anti-β-amyloid monoclonal antibody, bapineuzumab, linked to decreases in T-tau, P-tau
Friday, April 06, 2012

Asbestos Exposure Linked to Cardiovascular Death
Occupational exposure increases cerebrovascular, ischemic heart disease mortality for men, women
Thursday, April 05, 2012

Flavonoid Intake May Protect Men Against Parkinson's
Intake of anthocyanins, berries significantly associated with lower risk of Parkinson's disease
Thursday, April 05, 2012

End-of-Life Decline of Cognitive Functions Are Correlated
Second study shows cognitive activity, function linked; predictive of cognitive decline
Wednesday, April 04, 2012

Medical Malpractice Claims Incur Substantial Defense Costs
Costs higher for claims resulting in indemnity payments; significant variation by specialty
Wednesday, April 04, 2012

Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Higher Immediate Suicide Risk
Also linked to a higher risk of cardiovascular death during the first week and month after diagnosis
Wednesday, April 04, 2012

AACR: Cruciferous Vegetable Intake Ups Breast CA Survival
For Chinese women, survival up, recurrence down with increasing consumption after diagnosis
Wednesday, April 04, 2012

Metal-on-Metal Bearing Not Linked to Cancer Incidence
No increase in cancer risk at seven years after hip replacement; longer follow-up needed
Wednesday, April 04, 2012

Antibiotic-Resistant S. aureus Found in Many Ambulances
S. aureus isolates found in 69 percent of ambulances; 12 percent of isolates are MRSA
Wednesday, April 04, 2012

Fluoroquinolone Use Linked to Retinal Detachment
Current use of oral antibiotic linked to increased detachment risk, but absolute risk is small
Tuesday, April 03, 2012

Neupro Approved for Advanced Parkinson's and Restless Leg Syndrome
Thought to stimulate brain receptors governing movement
Tuesday, April 03, 2012

Study Estimates Overdiagnosis From Mammography Screening
Approximately six to 10 women overdiagnosed for every 2,500 invited for screening in Norway
Tuesday, April 03, 2012

Obesity Epidemic in U.S. Worse Than Previously Thought
BMI underdiagnoses 39 percent of adults diagnosed as obese using DXA
Tuesday, April 03, 2012

Serious Eye Disease Linked to Bisphosphonate Use
First-time oral bisphosphonate users at higher risk of developing uveitis and scleritis
Monday, April 02, 2012

More Complications After Thyroid Surgery in Elderly
Elderly thyroid patients have higher rates of cardiac, pulmonary, and infectious complications
Monday, April 02, 2012

AACR: Study Links Long-Term Estrogen Use to Breast Cancer
Risk increased with estrogen, estrogen + progesterone; no increase in fatal breast cancer
Monday, April 02, 2012

In Taiwan, Diabetes Linked to Increased Parkinson's Risk
Relationship strongest in young men aged 21 to 40 years and in women older than 40 years
Monday, April 02, 2012

Swimming Improves Vascular Function, BP in Older Adults
Previously sedentary older adults experience drop in systolic BP, increase in carotid artery compliance
Friday, March 30, 2012

Statin Discontinuation Linked to Mortality in RA Patients
Increases risk of cardiovascular, all-cause death; suggests importance of treatment compliance
Thursday, March 29, 2012

Prophylaxis With Apixaban Feasible for Cancer Patients
Phase II study shows Factor Xa inhibitor safe and tolerated in chemotherapy-treated patients
Thursday, March 29, 2012

Pay for Performance Does Not Improve Mortality Rates
Medicare demonstration program did not improve 30-day hospital mortality rates
Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Change in Health Insurance Status Linked to ER Use
Greater emergency department use for adults with recent change in health insurance status
Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Lifestyle Intervention Helps Overweight Diabetes Patients
Mobility spared through weight loss and improved fitness
Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Moderate Drinking Cuts Mortality in MI Survivors
Inverse link between moderate alcohol consumption and all-cause, cardiovascular mortality
Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Prolonged Sitting Increases All-Cause Mortality Risk
In adults age 45 or older, mortality up for those sitting eight or more hours per day
Tuesday, March 27, 2012

New Guidelines Issued for Red Blood Cell Transfusions
Restrictive approach recommends transfusion at hemoglobin threshold of 7 to 8 g/dL in stable patients
Monday, March 26, 2012

Thigh Fat Area, Muscle Density Linked to RA Indicators
Fat area and muscle density, but not muscle area, associated with disability, physical performance
Friday, March 23, 2012

Aspirin Enhances Platelet Isoprostanes in Type 2 Diabetes
Effect mitigates aspirin-mediated platelet thromboxane A₂ inhibition
Friday, March 23, 2012

Health Care Team Members Key for Antimicrobial Stewardship
Epidemiologists, preventionists help stop infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms
Thursday, March 22, 2012

Cognitive Decline Seen in Elderly After Hospitalization
Cognitive test scores decline more than two-fold following first hospitalization
Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Tenecteplase Superior to Alteplase for Stroke Treatment
Preliminary data show improved reperfusion, significant clinical improvements in select patients
Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Anesthesia During Endoscopy, Colonoscopy on the Rise
Increase among Medicare, commercially-insured patients; services mainly used in low-risk patients
Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Most California Hospitals Implementing Infection Control
Hospitals with certified infection control officer have lower rate of MRSA blood stream infections
Friday, March 16, 2012

Poorer Health Literacy Linked to Increased Mortality
About one-third of older adults in England have medium or low functional health literacy
Friday, March 16, 2012

Analgesic Use After Surgery Linked to Long-Term Use
Prescription of opioids, NSAIDs within seven days of low-risk surgery increases risk of long-term use
Thursday, March 15, 2012

Deaths From Gastroenteritis Double Over Recent Decade
C. difficile and norovirus are the leading causes of gastroenteritis; elderly most affected
Thursday, March 15, 2012

Higher Spending by Hospitals Improves Outcomes
Lower mortality, readmission for acute patients admitted to hospital in highest tercile of spending
Tuesday, March 13, 2012

U.S. Mortality Rates Dropped 60 Percent From 1935 to 2010
For every year, heart disease, cancer, and stroke are among the five leading causes of death
Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Aggressive Care Improves QoL in Traumatic Brain Injury
Yields better outcomes and reduces costs, regardless of patient age
Monday, March 12, 2012

Flu Vaccine Up Among Medical Staff When They Believe It Works
Hospital health care workers more likely to get vaccinated when committed to preventing flu
Friday, March 09, 2012

Race and Socioeconomic Status Linked to Chronic Pain
Black race, lower socioeconomic status independently tied with chronic pain outcomes
Friday, March 09, 2012

Surrogates Tend to Misinterpret Poor Prognosis Information
Statements about low risk of death interpreted accurately; poor prognosis viewed optimistically
Friday, March 09, 2012

Obesity Not Linked to Mortality in Elderly People Over 85
However, obesity associated with increased mortality risk in those aged 75 to 84 years
Thursday, March 08, 2012

Buprenorphine Maintenance Therapy Not Recommended
Abstinence-based therapy recommended instead for opioid-addicted health care professionals
Thursday, March 08, 2012

Cognitive Benefits With Continued Donepezil in Alzheimer's
For moderate or severe disease, benefits seen with continued treatment, alone or with memantine
Wednesday, March 07, 2012

Financial Burden of Medical Care Affects One in Three
More than one in five poor or near-poor adults younger than 65 have bills they are unable to pay
Wednesday, March 07, 2012

Electronic Test Result Access Does Not Reduce Test Ordering
Office-based physician access to computerized images may up image ordering by 40 to 70 percent
Tuesday, March 06, 2012

Depression, Cognitive Decline Linked in Elderly With CAD
Depression in adults treated for coronary artery disease linked to higher risk of cognitive decline
Tuesday, March 06, 2012

ACP Issues Guidance on Colorectal Cancer Screening
Recommends average-risk individuals to begin screenings at age 50 and stop screening at age 75
Monday, March 05, 2012

AHA Supports Shared Decision Making in Heart Failure
Treatment choices should align with values, goals, and preferences of an informed patient
Monday, March 05, 2012

Complementary Meds Used by 17 Percent of Elderly With Cancer
Complementary medication use is associated with less advanced disease, higher functional status
Friday, March 02, 2012

Risk of Stroke Increases With Each Year of Having Diabetes
In patients with diabetes for 10 or more years, the risk of stroke triples
Thursday, March 01, 2012

Trans Fat Intake Tied to Stroke in Postmenopausal Women
Association independent of lifestyle/dietary factors; may be modified by aspirin use
Thursday, March 01, 2012

Sleep Quality Found to Actually Improve With Age
Those over 80 complain the least about sleep disturbances and daytime fatigue
Thursday, March 01, 2012

Phone Counseling Doesn't Up Osteoporosis Meds Adherence
No improvement in osteoporosis medication adherence in elderly, predominantly female cohort
Thursday, March 01, 2012

Care Protocol for Comatose Patients May Need Revision
Some parts of withdrawal-of-care protocol unreliable in patients who undergo hypothermia therapy
Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Statin Users Less Likely to Suffer From Depression
Patients with coronary heart disease who use statins have a lower risk of depression
Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Hearing Loss Linked to Falls in Those Under Age 70
Each 10 decibels of hearing loss increases risk of falling by 1.4-fold
Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Despite Benefits of Selenium, Supplements May Be Harmful
Supplements not indicated for those with selenium concentration of 122 µg/L or higher
Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Sleeping Pill Use Linked to Greater Mortality Risk
Greater than three-fold higher risk even for fewer than 18 pills a year
Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Less Than Half of New Diabetes Patients Achieve A1C Goals
Those starting with lower A1C levels more likely to achieve A1C goal within five months
Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Rapid Flu Tests Effective for Ruling In (But Not Out) Diagnosis
Second study shows oral oseltamivir and inhaled zanamivir may be beneficial flu treatments
Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Adults With Disabilities at Increased Risk of Violence
Prevalence of any recent violence as well as risk of violence higher in those with mental illness
Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Combo of Diabetes, Depression Increases Post-MI Mortality
Increased risk exceeds the risk of either condition alone in years following a heart attack
Monday, February 27, 2012

Variable Mortality Risk for Antipsychotic Use in Elderly
Effect strongest soon after start of treatment; dose-response relationship for most drugs
Friday, February 24, 2012

Virtual Colonoscopy Useful in Screening Older Adults
Similar sensitivity, specificity for detecting larger colorectal neoplasias regardless of age
Thursday, February 23, 2012

Aspirin and Clopidogrel Improve Claudication Distance
Similar improvement in patients with intermittent claudication due to peripheral arterial disease
Thursday, February 23, 2012

Bisphosphonate Use Linked to Reduced Colorectal Cancer Risk
On analysis of specific bisphosphonates, effect significant only for risedronic acid
Thursday, February 23, 2012

Highest Diabetes Death Rates Seen in Trials Selecting for CKD
Selection for chronic kidney disease associated with highest mortality rates in randomized trials
Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Skin Cancer Frequency in Chronic Leg Ulcers >10 Percent
Frequency high enough to consider systematic wound biopsy for treatment-refractory ulcers
Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Elevated Homocysteine, Heart Disease Link Questioned
Association disappears when large unpublished datasets are included
Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Women With MI More Likely to Present Without Chest Pain
Gender difference also seen for in-hospital mortality rates; attenuated with increasing age
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Replacing PPSV23 With PCV13 May Prevent More Pneumonia
PCV13 vaccine might prevent more pneumococcal disease; still economically reasonable
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Medtronic Stent Approved to Treat Coronary Artery Disease
Including people with diabetes
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Plastic Surgery Gives Younger Appearance to Aging Face
Effect of lowering of perceived age greater for those undergoing multiple procedures
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Alcohol Dependence Significant Problem for U.S. Surgeons
Surgeons who report major medical error more likely to exhibit alcohol abuse, dependence
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Resistance Training Improves Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes
Similarly improved metabolic features, insulin sensitivity for resistance training, aerobic exercise
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Pharmacist-Led Intervention Reduces Medical Errors
Intervention includes feedback, educational outreach, dedicated support and is cost-effective
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Pregnancy Complications Tied to CVD Later in Life
Hypertension and diabetes during pregnancy linked to increased risk of CVD during middle age
Friday, February 17, 2012

High Uric Acid Level Predictive of Adverse Cardiac Events
Found to be an independent predictor for STEMI patients undergoing primary PCI
Friday, February 17, 2012

Aphasia Increases Cost of Care After Ischemic Stroke
Also associated with increased morbidity, mortality, and length of stay
Friday, February 17, 2012

Study Evaluates Clinical Value of Stroke Biomarkers
Admission glucose level appears to be a strong predictor of poor outcomes
Friday, February 17, 2012

Chickens Harbor E. coli Found in Human UTIs
Retail chicken greater source of this E. coli than beef or pork in Canada
Thursday, February 16, 2012

Smoking Bans Lead to Less, Not More, Smoking at Home
In countries with smoke-free legislation, rate of home smoking has decreased, not increased
Thursday, February 16, 2012

AHA: Knowledge Gap Identified for Peripheral Artery Disease
Total population burden of PAD appears higher in women; campaigns to raise awareness advised
Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Topical Corticosteroids Impair Restoration of Skin Barrier
Corticosteroids OK for acute atopic dermatitis, but calcineurin inhibitors better for long-term treatment
Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Brief Cognitive Screens at Primary Care Visits Effective
Screening increases diagnosis of cognitive impairment and dementia in older patients
Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Anti-apoA-1 Ups Cardiovascular Risk Prediction in RA
Adding anti-apolipoprotein A-1 IgG to Framingham cardiovascular risk score improves predictive value
Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Vitamin D Doesn't Improve Cardiac Measures in CKD Patients
No improvements in left ventricular mass, measures of diastolic dysfunction with paricalcitol therapy
Wednesday, February 15, 2012

AAN: Low Sleep Efficiency Tied to Preclinical Alzheimer's
Frequent awakenings linked to amyloid pathology in cognitively normal adults
Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Supplements Don't Prevent Cancer in Cardiac Patients
Dietary supplements of B vitamins, folate, omega-3 not linked to improved cancer outcomes
Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Pollutant Exposure Tied to Cognitive Decline in Elderly
Long-term exposure to particulate matter linked to faster cognitive decline in U.S. women
Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Healthier Brain Matter
Mediterranean-style diet associated with lower burden of white matter hyperintensity volume
Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Zioptan Eyedrops Approved for Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension
Product should not be used by children or by pregnant women
Monday, February 13, 2012

AAN: Increased Calories Linked to Mild Cognitive Impairment
Significantly increased risk for consuming >2,142.5 kcal/day versus <1,526
Monday, February 13, 2012

Mindfulness Therapy Improves Bipolar Disorder Symptoms
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy treatment an option for patients with residual mood symptoms
Monday, February 13, 2012

Radiation Not Tied to Improved Survival in Advanced NSCLC
Postoperative radiation confers no survival benefit for elderly with N2 non-small-cell lung cancer
Monday, February 13, 2012

Coronary Artery Disease Linked to Risk of Prostate Cancer
Having coronary artery disease increases risk of prostate cancer diagnosis by 35 percent
Monday, February 13, 2012

AAOS: Prevalence of U.S. Total Knee Replacements ~5 Percent
More than 4.5 million Americans currently have an intact primary total knee replacement
Friday, February 10, 2012

Guidelines for VTE Prophylaxis in Nonsurgical Patients Issued
Guidelines apply to acute and critical patients, outpatients with cancer, long-distance travelers
Thursday, February 09, 2012

Intracerebroventricular Opioid Infusion Feasible at Home
Effective for treatment of refractory pain in terminal patients; low incidence of adverse events
Thursday, February 09, 2012

Testosterone Patches Improve Low Sexual Desire Disorder
Transdermal testosterone patches relieve symptoms in postmenopausal women
Thursday, February 09, 2012

Human Y Chromosome Linked to Coronary Artery Disease Risk
Risk of coronary artery disease ~50 percent higher for British carriers of haplogroup I
Thursday, February 09, 2012

About One-Third of U.S. Adults Receive Advice to Exercise
Increase in prevalence of advice from physicians or health professionals over past decade
Thursday, February 09, 2012

AAOS: Defensive Medicine Prevalent in Orthopedics
National costs estimated at $2 billion annually for orthopedic surgery
Thursday, February 09, 2012

Tai Chi Training Improves Balance in Parkinson's Disease
Lower incidence of falls with tai chi compared with stretching, but not with resistance training
Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Stimulation of Entorhinal Cortex Enhances Memory
Electrical stimulation during learning enhances memory of spatial locations
Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Heart Failure Tied to Increased Osteoporotic Fracture Risk
Association persists after adjustment for risk factors, medications, and bone mineral density
Wednesday, February 08, 2012

AAOS: Platelet-Rich Plasma Effective for Plantar Fasciitis
Significantly more effective and longer lasting than cortisone injection
Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Reduced Caloric Nourishment Doesn't Reduce Ventilator Use
No improvement in survival or infections with less calories in the critically ill with feeding tubes
Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Cefpodoxime Not Recommended for Acute, Uncomplicated Cystitis
Cefpodoxime found inferior to ciprofloxacin in achieving clinical cure
Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Age Affects Risk of Death in Women With Breast Cancer
Disease-specific mortality increases with age in postmenopausal women with HR+ breast cancer
Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Cognitive Impairment Criteria Impact Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Vast majority of mild Alzheimer's dementia would be reclassified as mild cognitive impairment
Tuesday, February 07, 2012

New Guidelines Recommend Metformin in Type 2 Diabetes
Monotherapy recommended if lifestyle change inadequate; add second agent if necessary
Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Continuous Exercise in Hypoxia Beneficial in Type 2 Diabetes
Greatest improvements in acute, moderate-term glucose control for continuous exercise in hypoxia
Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Fluoxetine, Venlafaxine Tied to Drop in Adult Suicide Behaviors
For youth, no difference in suicide thoughts or behavior with antidepressant treatment
Monday, February 06, 2012

Mechanism for Metabolic Effects of Resveratrol Elucidated
Resveratrol inhibits phosphodiesterase 4 in mice, resulting in indirect activation of s irtuin 1
Monday, February 06, 2012

Weight Loss Impacts Leg Muscle, Strength in Knee OA
Weight loss linked to loss of leg muscle tissue and strength, improved normalized muscle strength
Monday, February 06, 2012

Noroviruses Are Leading Cause of Hospital Infections
Particularly in nonacute care setting; often leading to unit closure
Monday, February 06, 2012

Direct to Consumer Statin Web Sites of Poor Quality
Internet sites are prevalent, but information on safe use and side effects flawed
Thursday, February 02, 2012

Ghrelin Stimulates Food Intake During Cisplatin-Based Chemo
Also minimizes adverse effects related to anorexia and nausea for esophageal cancer patients
Thursday, February 02, 2012

AHA: Rivaroxaban Tied to Lower Brain Bleed Risk in A-Fib
Compared to warfarin, rivaroxaban offers less risk of intracranial hemorrhage in a-fib patients
Thursday, February 02, 2012

β-Amyloid Deposition Seen in Some Healthy Older Adults
Greater amyloid burden associated with APOE status; linked to poorer cognitive performance
Thursday, February 02, 2012

AHA: Anemia May Triple Stroke Mortality
Severe anemia strong predictor of death after stroke, but even slight anemia increases risk
Thursday, February 02, 2012

AHA: Incidence of Repeat Blockage of Carotid Artery Low
Re-blockage rates similar for both stented and surgically-opened arteries
Thursday, February 02, 2012

Heart Failure Linked to Loss of Cerebral Gray Matter
Patients with heart failure also score lower on cognitive function tests
Thursday, February 02, 2012

AHA: Faster Pre-Stroke Memory Decline for Stroke Decedents
Stroke survivors and stroke-free adults have similar pre-stroke rate of memory decline
Wednesday, February 01, 2012

AHA: Thrombolysis Shows Potential After Wake-Up Stroke
Outcomes similar to those treated with thrombolysis within 4.5 hours of stroke onset
Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Repeat Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Increases Detection of CRC
Rescreening increases yield of colorectal cancer or advanced adenomas by 32 percent
Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Proton Pump Inhibitor Use Ups Hip Fracture Risk for Women
More than 50 percent increased risk for postmenopausal current or former smokers
Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Exercise Aids Health, Well-Being of Cancer Survivors
Physical activity improves physical functions and quality of life after cancer treatment
Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Fenofibrate Found Safe in Diabetes With Renal Impairment
Reduced total cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes and moderate renal impairment
Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Females With Diabetes Have Decreased Pure Tone Average
Significant decreases for women aged <60 years, 60 to 75, with well- or poorly-controlled diabetes
Monday, January 30, 2012

Meta-Analysis: Statin Therapy Equally Effective in Women, Men
Statins significantly decrease cardiovascular events, all-cause mortality in both sexes
Monday, January 30, 2012

Family Teamwork Gives Valued Boost to Senior Care
More family companions accompany older adults to physician visits and assist in daily tasks
Monday, January 30, 2012

Disc Degeneration More Likely in Overweight, Obese Adults
Higher body mass index linked to greater severity in lumbar degenerative disc disease
Monday, January 30, 2012

Self-Rated Health Status Predicts Mortality Among CVD Patients
Risk highest in patients with asymptomatic atherosclerotic disease
Friday, January 27, 2012

Isoflurane Harmful to Mitochondrial Function in Mice
Desflurane may be a safer choice of anesthetic for patients with Alzheimer's disease
Friday, January 27, 2012

Warfarin Use Lowers Mortality in Septuagenarians With A-Fib
But, no association seen for all-cause hospitalization, ischemic stroke, major bleeding
Friday, January 27, 2012

COPD Assessment Test Predicts Exacerbation Severity
Baseline scores elevated in frequent exacerbators and scores increase at exacerbation
Friday, January 27, 2012

ACE Inhibitors Not Linked to Improved Outcomes After ACS
Prior use of ACE inhibitors does not improve in-hospital outcomes after acute coronary syndrome
Thursday, January 26, 2012

Decline in Rate of Diabetic Lower-Extremity Amputation
But rate of amputation still higher for patients with diabetes than for those without the disease
Thursday, January 26, 2012

More Than 40 Percent of Adults With RA Are Inactive
Lack of strong motivation and belief in physical activity account for most of inactivity
Thursday, January 26, 2012

Survival Reduced for Patients With Cancer Who Have Diabetes
Type of cancer and diabetes treatment influence survival
Thursday, January 26, 2012

Exposure to Iodinated Contrast Media Affects Thyroid Function
Linked to subsequent development of incident hyperthyroidism, incident overt hypothyroidism
Thursday, January 26, 2012

Positive Affirmation Improves Medication Adherence
But, does not significantly reduce blood pressure in African-Americans with hypertension
Thursday, January 26, 2012

Radiation Benefits Mixed After Breast-Preserving Surgery
Radiation therapy slightly improves survival, but may increase likelihood of eventual mastectomy
Thursday, January 26, 2012

Neurologists Should Routinely Assess Patients for Abuse
Position statement from the American Academy of Neurology endorses assessment of abuse
Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Men at Higher Risk for Mild Cognitive Impairment
Incidence of amnestic and nonamnestic mild cognitive impairment higher in men than women
Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Foods Fried in Olive Oil Not Linked to Heart Disease
Similar findings for foods fried in sunflower oil, according to a Spanish study
Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Overuse of Health Care Services Understudied
Research limited primarily to unnecessary antibiotic use and a few cardiovascular procedures
Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Reduced [¹¹C]PiB Uptake in Cognitively Active Elderly
Elderly with lowest levels of cognitive activity have [¹¹C]PiB uptake similar to Alzheimer's patients
Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Dutasteride Delays Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Progression
Men under active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer benefit from adjunct dutasteride
Tuesday, January 24, 2012

HealthGrades IDs Notable Hospitals for Clinical Excellence
If all hospitals performed at this level, thousands of Medicare deaths, complications could be averted
Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Sleep Disturbance Linked to Cardiometabolic Disease Risk
Disturbed sleep tied to elevated risk of obesity, diabetes, stroke, MI, coronary artery disease
Monday, January 23, 2012

Substantial Minority Continue Smoking After Cancer Diagnosis
Patients with lung cancer have higher smoking rates at and after diagnosis; more likely to quit
Monday, January 23, 2012

Neuromodulators Reduce Pain in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Second study shows no beneficial effect of muscle relaxants on pain in rheumatoid arthritis
Friday, January 20, 2012

SSRIs Increase Fall Risk in Elderly Dementia Patients
Even at low doses; higher doses increase risk three-fold and hypnotics/sedatives increase further
Friday, January 20, 2012

Warfarin Patients With Head Trauma Need Second CT Scan
For patients on warfarin, 24-hour observation and repeat CT scan detects delayed bleeding
Friday, January 20, 2012

Positive Patch Test Reaction Rates Similar for Elderly, Adults
Particularly sensitive to preservatives, fragrance and flavoring markers, and topical antimicrobials
Friday, January 20, 2012

Design Flaws Cast Doubt on Million Woman Study
Evidence review suggests that study findings do not adequately satisfy principle of causation
Thursday, January 19, 2012

Sexual Activity Safe for Most Cardiovascular Disease Patients
Following CVD diagnosis, physician evaluation should precede resumption of sexual activity
Thursday, January 19, 2012

Worse Outcomes for Stroke Patients With Delirium
Including higher mortality, longer hospitalizations, and greater post-discharge care
Thursday, January 19, 2012

Calcium Associated With Lower Risk of Prostate Cancer
Particularly in black men; associated with lower risk of high-grade prostate cancer in all men
Thursday, January 19, 2012

Cancer Prevention Guidelines Updated
American Cancer Society recommends good nutrition and physical activity to reduce cancer risk
Thursday, January 19, 2012

Osteoporotic Fracture Risk High in Systemic Mastocytosis
Higher prevalence of osteoporotic manifestations in men with indolent systemic mastocytosis
Thursday, January 19, 2012

Cognitive Impairment Seen in Overweight Retired NFL Players
Overweight retired football players have decreased blood flow in certain areas of the brain
Thursday, January 19, 2012

Age-Related Intelligence Changes Linked to Genetics
Genetic factors contribute to changes in intelligence from childhood to old age
Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Study IDs Optimal Interval Between Bone Density Tests
Researchers provide evidence-based estimates for BMD screening in postmenopausal women
Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Cybercycling Improves Cognitive Function in Elderly
Virtual reality-enhanced exercise better than traditional exercise for cognitive benefit
Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Rates of Post-Arthroplasty Symptomatic VTE Identified
Venous thromboembolism rate is one in 100 for knee and one in 200 for hip arthroplasty
Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Comorbidities Affect Hospital Costs After Hip Fracture
Largest cost increase due to weight loss or malnutrition, then pulmonary circulation disorders
Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Untreated Sleep Apnea Linked to Cardio Mortality in Women
Treatment with continuous positive airway pressure reduces the mortality risk
Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Tool Predicts Improved Function After Hip Arthroplasty
Preoperative characteristics and radiographic assessment predict functional improvement
Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Patients With Breast Cancer Lack Knowledge of the Disease
Overall treatment concordance with goals high, but lower for women preferring mastectomy
Monday, January 16, 2012

Access to Quality Primary Care Reduces Mortality Risk
Key quality attributes include comprehensiveness, patient-centeredness, and extended hours
Monday, January 16, 2012

Endovascular Graft Approved for Tears of Aorta
Gore Tag Thoracic Endoprosthesis first sanctioned in 2005 to treat aortic aneurysms
Monday, January 16, 2012

Hyaluronic Acid Similar to Placebo for Ankle Arthritis
Single injection of hyaluronic acid to treat ankle osteoarthritis is not superior to saline solution
Monday, January 16, 2012

Integrated Diabetes-Depression Treatment Improves Outcome
Improved glycemic control, depression remission with integrated primary care treatment approach
Monday, January 16, 2012

Surgery Beats Non-Op Care for Intervertebral Disc Herniation
Marital status, absence of joint symptoms, and worsening symptoms affect treatment effect
Friday, January 13, 2012

Thromboprophylaxis Rate Low for Knee Arthroplasty in Taiwan
Prophylaxis rate of 2.2 percent may be related to low incidence of post-op venous thromboembolism
Friday, January 13, 2012

Cirrhosis Ups Disability, Health Care Utilization in Seniors
Individuals with cirrhosis receive more informal caregiving at an annual cost of $4,700 per person
Friday, January 13, 2012

U.S. Health Care Expenditure Still Unevenly Distributed
In 2008 and 2009, 1 percent of population account for ~20 percent of spending
Friday, January 13, 2012

Physical Activity in Work or Leisure Tied to Lower MI Risk
Sedentary indicators, such as car and television ownership, linked to increased heart attack risk
Thursday, January 12, 2012

CDC: 2010 Saw Decrease in Age-Adjusted Death Rates
Homicide no longer in top 15 causes of death; replaced by pneumonitis due to solids and liquids
Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Subclinical Tachyarrhythmias Tied to Increased Risk of Stroke
Subclinical atrial tachyarrhythmias linked to risk of clinical a-fib, stroke, systemic embolism
Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Medicare Fitness-Membership Benefits Attract Healthy People
Medicare Advantage plans with fitness benefits may attract, retain healthier Medicare population subgroup
Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Insufficient Evidence to Recommend Prognostic Indices
Indices for predicting mortality in older adults have potential bias; need independent validation
Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Rx Provides Fast Relief of Pain, Urgency of Interstitial Cystitis
Study finds alkalinized lidocaine plus heparin provides 12 hours of relief of pain and urgency
Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Dementia Associated With More Hospital Admissions
Admission rate up for all-cause, ambulatory care-sensitive conditions for those with dementia
Tuesday, January 10, 2012

CDC: Binge Drinking Prevalence High in United States
Those who binge drink do so frequently and intensely
Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Too High, Too Low Serum Potassium Linked to Mortality
Lowest post-AMI mortality seen with potassium serum levels between 3.5 and 4.5 mEq/L
Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Benefit of Aspirin in Primary Prevention Questioned
Despite reduction in nonfatal MIs, no reduction seen in cardiovascular death or cancer mortality
Tuesday, January 10, 2012

A Broken Heart Does Increase Heart Attack Risk
Heart attack risk is significantly heightened in the first week after the death of a significant other
Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Long-Term Prognostic Value of Dobutamine Stress Echo Limited
Long-term predictive value restricted for patients with diabetes unable to take an exercise stress test
Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Statins Increase Diabetes Risk for Postmenopausal Women
Association significant even after adjusting for variables; seen for all types of statins
Monday, January 09, 2012

Adiponectin Tied to Dementia, Alzheimer's Risk in Women
Women with baseline adiponectin values above median have higher risk of all-cause dementia, AD
Monday, January 09, 2012

Acupuncture May Have Minor Effect in Migraine Prevention
Compared with sham treatment, significant reduction in days with migraine at 13 to 16 weeks
Monday, January 09, 2012

Post-Op QOL Poor in Some Esophageal Cancer Survivors
Research needed on improving long-term quality of life after surgery for esophageal cancer
Monday, January 09, 2012

Rilonacept Reduces Gout Flares During Acute Urate Lowering Rx
Phase 2 trial shows that rilonacept reduces gout flares during initiation of allopurinol therapy
Monday, January 09, 2012

Larger Trabecular Holes Explain Bone Fragility in Diabetes
More porous bone may up fracture risk despite normal bone density in postmenopausal women
Monday, January 09, 2012

Hypoglycemia in Intensive Diabetes Control May Up Survival
Inverse relationship seen between number of hypoglycemic episodes and risk of death
Friday, January 06, 2012

No Mortality Benefit for Annual Prostate Cancer Screening
Thirteen-year follow-up shows no benefit for organized annual screening versus usual care
Friday, January 06, 2012

Frequent Aspirin Use Linked to Aging Macula Disorder
For daily aspirin users, likelihood of disorder increases with increasing severity of AMD
Friday, January 06, 2012

Cognitive Decline May Begin As Early As Age 45
With evidence of faster cognitive decline among older people
Friday, January 06, 2012

In-Hospital, 30-Day Standardized Mortality Measures Differ
In-hospital risk-standardized mortality rates vary between hospitals; linked with length of stay
Thursday, January 05, 2012

Cancer Incidence, Mortality Higher in Adults With Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes has a greater effect on cancer outcomes than on the risk of incident cancer
Thursday, January 05, 2012

Spinal Manipulation Superior to Medication for Neck Pain
Spinal manipulation and home exercises better than medication for relieving neck pain
Thursday, January 05, 2012

Cancer-Related Mortality Continues to Decrease
From 1999 to 2008, overall annual decrease of 1.6 percent in men, 1.8 percent in women
Wednesday, January 04, 2012

Half of Older Women Report Sexual Activity
Sexual desire decreases, but sexual satisfaction increases with age
Wednesday, January 04, 2012

Most Type 2 Diabetes, CAD Patients Present With Angina
History of β-blocker use, previous percutaneous coronary intervention tied to typical angina
Wednesday, January 04, 2012

Burden of Treatment in Diabetes Rarely Addressed
Chances to offer options to improve adherence, satisfaction often missed in office visits
Wednesday, January 04, 2012

Usual Care Doesn't Stop Muscle Loss in Idiopathic Fracture
Men have reduced muscle mass, physical function, quality of life six years after vertebral fracture
Wednesday, January 04, 2012

Prostatic Urethral Lift Relieves Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Minimally invasive procedure to treat LUTS from BPH preserves sexual function
Tuesday, January 03, 2012

Lack of Resources Barrier to Vets' Weight-Management Plan
Organizational readiness, champion needed for MOVE! implementation in VHA study
Tuesday, January 03, 2012

Infarcts, Hippocampal Volume Independently Linked to Memory
Brain infarcts, hippocampal volume independently tied to poor memory in dementia-free elderly
Tuesday, January 03, 2012

CDC: Lean Response Ups Lab Surge Capacity During Pandemic
Use of Lean methods enabled 10-fold increase in testing capacity during 2009 flu pandemic
Tuesday, January 03, 2012

Traditional, Disease Risk Factors ID'd in SLE Osteoporosis
Fracture occurrence nearly five-fold higher for women with systemic lupus erythematosus
Tuesday, January 03, 2012

Metformin Hikes B12 Deficiency in Type 2 Diabetes
OTC supplements fail to correct B12 deficiencies in type 2 diabetes, regardless of metformin therapy
Thursday, December 29, 2011

Air Pollution Linked to Diabetes
Air pollution from traffic may contribute to an increase in new diabetes diagnoses
Thursday, December 29, 2011

Oseltamivir-Resistant H1N1 Identified in Australia
Between May and August 2011, resistant viruses with H275Y substitution ID'd in 29 of 182 patients
Thursday, December 29, 2011

Nutrition Tied to Cognitive Decline, Cerebral Volume Loss
Omega-3 fatty acids and certain vitamins linked to better cognitive function
Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Enoxaparin Doesn't Reduce Death Rate for Acutely Ill
Death from any cause at 30 days and rates of major bleeding similar with enoxaparin, placebo
Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Perceptions of Inappropriate Care Prevalent Among ICU Staff
For ICU staff in Europe, Israel, perceptions independently linked to higher intent to leave job
Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Norway Shows Rise in Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Symptoms
Sex and age associated with incidence and spontaneous symptom remission
Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Risk Factors for Post-Spinal Fusion Visual Loss Identified
Include gender, obesity, Wilson frame use, anesthesia time, blood loss, percent colloid given
Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Coronary MRI Good Alternative to SPECT for CHD Diagnosis
Cardiovascular MR has better sensitivity, negative predictive value than single-photon emission CT
Monday, December 26, 2011

Screening Mammography Over-Recommended in Terminally Ill
Physician specialty, gender, minority status, and size of practice impact over-recommendation
Thursday, December 22, 2011

Mindfulness Program Curbs Distress in Rheumatic Disease
Better than individual practice for reducing pain, fatigue in rheumatoid joint disease
Thursday, December 22, 2011

Quantitative MRI Biomarker IDs Cognitive Decline Risk
Alzheimer's signature tied to cortical thinning; predicts risk in cognitively normal older adults
Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Long-Term Increase in Resting Heart Rate Ups Mortality
Higher RHR tied to greater risk of dying from ischemic heart disease and all-cause mortality
Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Physician Opinions on Benefits of Open Visit Notes Vary
And, 79 percent of patients are interested in sharing their personal health record information
Monday, December 19, 2011

Suboptimal Intensive Statin Therapy Use After ACS
Poor persistence after discharge for newly initiated IST after acute coronary syndrome
Monday, December 19, 2011

Patient Isolation During Hospitalization Tied to Delirium
But no increased risk for patients who start their hospital stay under contact precautions
Friday, December 16, 2011

Babesiosis Rates Among U.S. Elderly Explored
Higher prevalence among white elderly and men; most cases occur in July and August
Friday, December 16, 2011

Sexual Problems Highly Prevalent Among Older Men
At least one sexual problem reported by 72 percent of men aged 75 and older
Friday, December 16, 2011

ASH: Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis Cuts DVT Risks
CDT lowers post-thrombotic syndrome frequency, ups iliofemoral patency in deep vein thrombosis
Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Routine Cancer Screening Common in Elderly Aged 75 Up
Recommendation for specific tests by physicians is the largest predictor of screening
Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Over and Under Nutrition Tied to Increased Stroke Risk
Some evidence suggests dietary patterns impact stroke risk; reduced risk tied to prudent diets
Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Infection Prevention Up in VA, Non-Federal Hospitals
But catheter-associated urinary tract infection prevention practices remain low
Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Circadian Activity Rhythms Tied to Cognition in Older Women
Low circadian rhythm amplitude and robustness ups risk of dementia, mild cognitive impairment
Friday, December 09, 2011

SABCS: Starch Intake Tied to Breast Cancer Recurrence
A 5-g/day increase in starch intake ups recurrence risk by 3 percent in women with low-grade tumors
Friday, December 09, 2011

Nephrology Referral Low Following Acute Kidney Injury
Cumulative incidence of referral 8.5 percent before dying, dialysis, or improved kidney function
Friday, December 09, 2011

Factors Affecting Micro-RNA Detection Accuracy Identified
Include variations in plasma samples, collection method, anticoagulant used, inhibitors in plasma
Friday, December 09, 2011

Risk of Dementia Up in Patients With Depression, Diabetes
Significantly increased risk of dementia for patients with type 2 diabetes, comorbid depression
Thursday, December 08, 2011

Knee Asymmetries Identified Early in Unilateral Hip OA
Loading and structural asymmetries identified early in disease course, when knee is asymptomatic
Thursday, December 08, 2011

SABCS: Dyslipidemia, Obesity After 60 Tied to Breast CA Risk
Diabetes, obesity after age 60, abnormally low lipid levels linked to increased breast cancer risk
Wednesday, December 07, 2011

Bisphosphonate Use Ups Knee, Hip Implant Survival
Almost two-fold increase seen in implant survival time after total knee or hip arthroplasty
Wednesday, December 07, 2011

Study Finds Mammography Cuts Breast Cancer Deaths
Being invited to and attending mammography screening cuts breast cancer mortality risk
Tuesday, December 06, 2011

No Evidence to Show Shortened Life Span of U.S. Presidents
Most U.S. presidents lived beyond the average life expectancy of same-aged U.S. men
Tuesday, December 06, 2011

LV Dyssynchrony Has Prognostic Value After Acute MI
Prognostic value found for patients admitted with ST-segment elevation AMI treated with primary PCI
Tuesday, December 06, 2011

C. difficile Infection Ups Duration of Hospital Stay
In survival analysis, median length of stay is increased by six days in patients with C. difficile
Monday, December 05, 2011

Medical Students Fail to ID Hand Hygiene Indications
Preclinical phase medical students lack knowledge about hand disinfection indications
Monday, December 05, 2011

High Incidence of Adverse Upper GI Events in MI Patients
Major adverse upper gastrointestinal events high in those undergoing PCI, receiving antiplatelets
Monday, December 05, 2011

First Generic Lipitor Approved
Widely used statin drug helps lower bad cholesterol
Thursday, December 01, 2011

Risk Factors ID'd for Pressure Ulcers in Prolonged Surgery
Use of foam pads in surgery, having a lower day-one Braden score predictive of pressure ulcers
Thursday, December 01, 2011

Diet High in Antioxidants Cuts Stroke Risk for Women
Reduction in total stroke for those without prior CVD; hemorrhagic stroke for those with history
Thursday, December 01, 2011

Anticoagulant Self-Monitoring Safe Option for Suitable Patients
Self-monitoring, self-management associated with significant reduction in thromboembolic events
Thursday, December 01, 2011

Objective Physical Activity Impacts Sleep Variables
Physical activity inversely tied to daytime overly sleepiness, concentration problems when tired
Wednesday, November 30, 2011

U.S. Patients Highly Satisfied With Outpatient Medical Care
Patient satisfaction scores tied to waiting time, time spent with provider, and age category
Wednesday, November 30, 2011

RSNA: Gender Impacts Cardiac CT Angiography ID'd CVD Risk
CVD risk higher for women with any plaque or with more extensive lesions than for men
Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Long-Term Superiority Seen in Group Intervention for Neck Pain
Pain and stress self-management group intervention beats individually-administered physical therapy
Wednesday, November 30, 2011

NSAID, Statin Use Cuts Cancer Risk in Barrett's Esophagus
NSAIDs, statins each reduce neoplastic progression risk; additive benefit with combined use
Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Opioid Rx for Chronic Abdominal Pain Up Over Last Decade
Most commonly prescribed to 25- to 40-year-olds; least commonly to uninsured, African-Americans
Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Prediagnosis BMI Predicts Mortality in Patients With CRC
And, patients with CRC and type 2 diabetes have a higher risk of mortality than those without T2DM
Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Small Cell Carcinoma of Urinary Bladder Incidence Up
Elderly Caucasian men at highest risk; age, race, marital status, TNM staging impact prognosis
Monday, November 28, 2011

Nearly One in 10 Patients With PCI Readmits Within 30 Days
Patients readmitted within 30 days have significantly increased risk of one-year mortality
Monday, November 28, 2011

High-Performing Docs Learn Equally From Success, Failure
High performers learn from successes, failures; low performers have asymmetric learning rates
Monday, November 28, 2011

Autoimmune Disorders Tied to Pulmonary Embolism Risk
High risk of pulmonary embolism during first year after admission; risk decreases over time
Monday, November 28, 2011

Default-Mode Brain Network Deactivation Seen in Meditators
Less mind-wandering in experienced meditators tied to deactivated default mode network
Thursday, November 24, 2011

Drugs ID'd in Most Older Adult Emergency Hospitalizations
Warfarin, insulin, oral antiplatelets, hypoglycemics implicated in most emergency hospitalizations
Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Dabigatran Poses Challenge in Treating Injured Patients
Due to lack of readily available methods to assess degree of anticoagulation, and reverse effects
Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Long-Term Survival Factors ID'd for Head, Neck Cancer
Older age, advanced stage, pain, poor quality of life, smoking up mortality in two-year survivors
Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Ambulatory Systolic BP Tied to White Matter Hyperintensity
Increased ambulatory systolic BP also linked to measures of executive function/processing speed
Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Urinary Potassium, Sodium Excretion Tied to CV Events
Compared with baseline sodium excretion, high or low excretion linked with increased CV events
Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Post-Mortem CT More Accurate Than MRI for Cause of Death
Common imaging errors in ischemic heart disease, lung embolism, pneumonia, intra-abdominal lesions
Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Black Patients Have Worse Diverticulitis Surgery Outcomes
Blacks undergoing diverticulitis surgery have more emergency procedures, higher mortality risk
Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Decision Aids Help Caregivers Discuss Terminal Illness
Decision aid improves caregivers' decisional conflict and satisfaction over six months
Tuesday, November 22, 2011

BMI Predicts 30-Day Post-Surgery Mortality Risk
BMI of less than 23.1 tied to the highest 30-day mortality risk, irrespective of surgery type
Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Presence of Alzheimer's Biomarkers, Low BMI Linked
Strongest association seen in individuals with mild cognitive impairment and no dementia
Monday, November 21, 2011

Nonpunitive Method Improves Medical Error Reporting
Most common errors: misfiled or incorrectly entered patient info
Monday, November 21, 2011

NIH: The 90-Plus Population Is on the Rise in the U.S.
With characteristics distinct from those in the other older age groups
Monday, November 21, 2011

Rapid Safety Monitoring of H1N1 Vaccine Feasible
Uses modern technology to collect rapid self-reported safety data in large numbers of patients
Friday, November 18, 2011

Factors Impacting Assignment to Triage Risk Level 2/3 ID'd
Age, vital signs, need for timely intervention, resources affect level 2 or 3 assignment
Friday, November 18, 2011

Lower Floor Stiffness Reduces Peak Spine Forces in Falls
Peak spine forces decrease cranially, with lower forces at L3/L4 than at L5/S1
Thursday, November 17, 2011

Sleep Problem Severity Tied to Fibromyalgia Risk in Women
Sleep problem severity has dose-response link with fibromyalgia, especially in older women
Thursday, November 17, 2011

Retinal Changes Tied to Impaired Daily Living Activities
Two or more retinal signs in older adults tied to lower ability to perform daily living activities
Thursday, November 17, 2011

AHA Policy Statement on Cardiac Rehabilitation Issued
New referral policies can up participation by overcoming patient, health care-related barriers
Thursday, November 17, 2011

AHA: Three Kiwi Fruit a Day Lowers 24-Hour Ambulatory BP
Lower ambulatory systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to eating an apple a day
Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Breast Cancer Survivors Have Impaired Neurological Function
Additional reductions in prefrontal function, decreased executive function post-chemo
Wednesday, November 16, 2011

AHA: CHD Risk Factors Common in Patients With First MI
But, number of coronary heart disease risk factors is inversely related to in-hospital mortality
Wednesday, November 16, 2011

U.S. Oncologists Rate Selves Highly in Pain Management
But, acknowledge barriers to optimal care, and consider quality of training to be poor
Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Patients Without Insurance Have Shorter Hospital Stays
Uninsured have shorter stays for ambulatory care-sensitive conditions, or non-ACSCs
Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Twelve-Week Warfarin Dose Test Noninferior to Four-Week
Warfarin dose assessment every 12 weeks noninferior, seems safe versus every four weeks
Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Exposure to Specific Solvents Raises Parkinson's Risk
Ever exposure to trichloroethylene associated with significantly increased risk
Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Copayment Elimination Ups Post-MI Medication Adherence
Enhanced coverage also decreases patient spending without increasing overall health costs
Monday, November 14, 2011

Rivaroxaban Improves Acute Coronary Syndrome Outcomes
Apixaban thromboprophylaxis better than enoxaparin; adjuvant vorapaxar not effective/safe
Monday, November 14, 2011

Transient Ischemic Attack Reduces Life Expectancy
TIA lowers survival by 20 percent within nine years; increasing age tied to risk of excess death
Friday, November 11, 2011

Overactive Bladder Prevalent in Patients With Diabetes
Seen in 22.5 percent of patients with diabetes; increased prevalence with age, diabetes duration
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Efficacy of Balance Exercises in the Elderly Questioned
Most effective exercise programs ran three times a week for three months
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Half of U.S. Adult Smokers Tried to Quit Last Year
Cessation services, however, tend to be under-utilized
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Zostavax Still Recommended Only for Those 60 and Over
Supply and data issues influence committee decision
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Leg Motor Restlessness More Common in Parkinson's
LMR, but not restless leg syndrome is significantly more likely in early unmedicated Parkinson's
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Glove Use Linked to Reduced Hand Hygiene Compliance
Gloves often worn when not indicated, and not worn when indicated
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Evidence Shows Reduced Sodium Intake Lowers BP
But increase seen in levels of renin, aldosterone, adrenaline, noradrenaline, cholesterol, lipids
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Bedside EEG Detects Awareness in Vegetative Patients
EEG detects residual cognitive function, conscious awareness in patients in vegetative state
Thursday, November 10, 2011

Improved Breast CA Outcomes Affect Older Women Less
Increasing disparity in breast cancer outcomes by age; outcomes for younger women better
Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Trilipix Not Found to Reduce Risk of Coronary Events
FDA advises physicians to counsel patients on risks and benefits
Wednesday, November 09, 2011

No Added Benefits of Cranial Bypass in Stroke Prevention
For patients with atherosclerotic internal carotid artery occlusion, surgery doesn't cut stroke risk
Tuesday, November 08, 2011

Centrally-Mediated Symptoms Tied to Pain Severity in OA
Age, radiographic severity, centrally-mediated symptoms partially explain pain severity variance
Tuesday, November 08, 2011

NASS: Low Vitamin D Common in Spinal Surgery Patients
With vitamin D inadequacy and deficiency in 57 and 27 percent of patients, respectively
Tuesday, November 08, 2011

Great Achievement at Young Age Function of Time, Not Field
Age dynamics tied to proportion of theoretical work, age of attainment of foundation knowledge
Monday, November 07, 2011

Impact of Exercise Lessened by Metformin in Prediabetes
No significant difference for exercise, metformin, combo; but metformin attenuates exercise effect
Monday, November 07, 2011

Gender Difference in Failure Patterns for Hip Resurfacing
Femoral remnants from females have lower likelihood of fracture, presence of osteonecrosis
Monday, November 07, 2011

Exercise Lowers CVD Death Risk Irrespective of Metabolic Factors
Physical activity protective for CVD mortality in healthy adults, those with metabolic risks
Monday, November 07, 2011

Renin-Angiotensin Systems Tied to Obesity
SRAS overactivated in animal, human obesity; RAS blockade improves insulin sensitivity
Friday, November 04, 2011

Receptionists Contribute to Safety of Repeat Prescriptions
Clinicians often unaware of input of receptionists and administrative staff in repeat prescribing
Friday, November 04, 2011

Rooms of Patients With A. baumannii Often Contaminated
Supply carts, floors, infusion pumps, ventilator touch pads are most commonly contaminated
Friday, November 04, 2011

Adoption of English Diet Could Reduce U.K. Mortality
Following a diet with nutritional quality of the English diet would reduce U.K. mortality rates
Friday, November 04, 2011

Carisoprodol-Related Emergency Visits Up in United States
Most ER visits involving carisoprodol involve another drug; usually narcotics or benzodiazepines
Thursday, November 03, 2011

Rectal CA Radiotherapy Tied to Lower Testosterone Levels
Testosterone levels after long-course radiotherapy are significantly lower than pretreatment levels
Thursday, November 03, 2011

No Medicare Savings From Disease-Management Hotline
Modest improvement in quality of care, but no reduction in costs of care or acute care utilization
Thursday, November 03, 2011

Risks for C. difficile Infection, Colonization Identified
Host, pathogen factors differentially affect this health care-associated infection, colonization
Thursday, November 03, 2011

Senescent Cells ID'd As Cause of Age-Related Disorders
Their removal, even at later age, halts or delays progression of tissue dysfunction in mice
Thursday, November 03, 2011

Graft Loss Higher With Kidneys Donated by Older Live Donors
But comparable to graft loss for recipients of a kidney from a deceased younger donor
Thursday, November 03, 2011

CDC: Opioid Overdoses Have Reached Epidemic Proportions
Overdose death rates, sales, OPR-related treatment admissions increased between 1999 and 2008
Wednesday, November 02, 2011

Over 30 Percent Survival With Allogeneic Cell Transplant
Five-year overall, progression-free survival of 35, 32 percent in elderly with blood cancers
Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Hand-Held Metal Detectors Safe With Implanted Devices
Exposure to hand-held metal detectors doesn't impact functioning of pacemakers, ICDs
Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Loneliness Significantly Linked to Sleep Fragmentation
But is not associated with sleep duration or subjective sleep quality or daytime sleepiness
Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Sex Steroid Levels Tied to Body Composition in Older Men
No association for estradiol, but high testosterone, SHBG linked to less loss of lean mass
Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Momentary Positive Affect Tied to Improved Survival
High positive affect measured over a single day predicts long-term survival in women, older men
Monday, October 31, 2011

Preexisting Dementia in Stroke Patients Ups Disability
Dementia patients are older, have more severe strokes, are more likely to have atrial fibrillation
Monday, October 31, 2011

Disc Herniation Symptom Duration Tied to Outcome
Longer symptom duration tied to worse outcomes, regardless of surgical versus nonsurgical treatment
Monday, October 31, 2011

Switching From IV to Oral Meds Cuts Health Care Costs
In patients eligible for oral intake, switch from IV to oral equivalents cuts hospital costs
Monday, October 31, 2011

Adipose Tissue Inflammation Tied to Fat Deposition
Subcutaneous adipose tissue inflammation ups VAT deposition, hepatic fat fraction
Thursday, October 27, 2011

Bedside Geriatric Assessment Feasible in Elderly With AML
Adds information to standard oncology assessment in older patients with acute myelogenous leukemia
Thursday, October 27, 2011

ACS: Timed Walking Predicts Post-Op Recovery in Elderly
Slow walking in elderly ups risk of postoperative complications, lengthens hospital stay
Thursday, October 27, 2011

Gene Variation Tied to Rate of Age-Related Mental Decline
Decline tied to valine-to-methionine substitution at position 66 in brain-derived neurotrophic factor
Thursday, October 27, 2011

Long-Term Moderate, High Stress Ups Male Mortality Rate
Increased mortality rates are independent of demographics and health behavior habits
Thursday, October 27, 2011

No Lung Cancer Mortality Drop With Chest X-Ray Screening
Annual chest X-ray screening for four years does not lower lung cancer deaths versus usual care
Wednesday, October 26, 2011

ACS: Drug-Resistant Infections Rise but Mortality Declines
Surgical ICU drug-resistant infections rise between 2000 and 2010, but mortality drops by 4 percent
Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Ghost Authorship Prevalent in About One-Fifth of Articles
Prevalence of honorary, ghost authorship, down from 29.2 to 21.0 percent from 1996 to 2008
Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Yoga As Effective As Stretching for Chronic Low Back Pain
But yoga is more effective than a self-care book in improving function and reducing symptoms
Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Smoking Rarely Cited As Cause of Death on Death Certificates
Even in lung cancer and COPD cases with strong link to smoking, few mentions in part II
Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Evidence Suggests Variable Effectiveness for Flu Vaccine
Randomized controlled trials indicate vaccine efficacy varies between seasons, age groups
Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Mortgage Default Associated With Worse Health Status
Elevated incident depressive symptoms, food insecurity, cost-related medication nonadherence
Tuesday, October 25, 2011

AACR: NSAID Use Tied to Lower Colorectal Cancer Mortality
At least 10 years of NSAID use significantly lowers CRC mortality in postmenopausal women
Tuesday, October 25, 2011

AACR: Adulthood Weight Gain Ups Endometrial Cancer Risk
Weight gain, not weight cycling, tied to increased endometrial cancer risk in postmenopausal women
Tuesday, October 25, 2011

AACR: Plenty of Fluids Lowers Bladder Cancer Risk in Men
More than 2,531 ml liquid intake per day tied to a 24 percent reduced risk of bladder cancer
Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Sodium-Sensitive Populations Fail to Curb Intake
Overconsumption of sodium not limited to sub-groups
Thursday, October 20, 2011

3-D CT Useful for Classification of Ligament Ossification
Combining 3-D CT with MRI useful for detecting spinal cord compression
Thursday, October 20, 2011

Antidepressants Used by About 11 Percent of Americans
Use varies by sex, age, race and other variables
Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Nicotine Dependence Underdiagnosed in U.S. Vets
Vets without diagnosis less likely to be diagnosed and treated
Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Heart Failure Hospitalizations Down From 1998 to 2008
Decrease in all gender-race categories, with black men showing the lowest rate of decline
Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Readmission Risk Models Display Poor Predictive Ability
Current hospital readmission risk models for comparative or clinical purposes perform poorly
Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Halo Immobilization Superior to Fusion for C2 Fractures
Fusion tied to greater complication rates, increased length of stay, greater resource utilization
Friday, October 14, 2011

Hypoglycemic Brain Function Different in Type 1 Diabetes
More activation of brain regions, less deactivation of default-mode network in type 1 diabetes
Friday, October 14, 2011

Same Cognition With Cerebral Perfusion, Hypothermic Arrest
Similar cognitive benefit for antegrade cerebral perfusion, deep hypothermic circulatory arrest
Friday, October 14, 2011

Organic Pollutants Up Atherosclerosis Risk in Elderly
Polychlorinated biphenyls tied to echogenicity of the intima-media complex
Thursday, October 13, 2011

Rare Disorders ID'd by NIH Undiagnosed Diseases Program
Integrated high-density SNP arrays, whole exome or genome analyses used to aid diagnosis
Thursday, October 13, 2011

'Timed Up and Go' Test Predicts Nonvertebral, Hip Fractures
TUG test performance independent risk factor for incident nonvertebral, hip fractures in older women
Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Financial Conflicts of Interest Prevalent, Under-Reported
Conflicts of interest prevalent; under-reported by members, chairs of panels developing guidelines
Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Physical Activity Cuts Mortality Risk in Metabolic Syndrome
Even low level of physical activity reduces mortality for individuals with metabolic syndrome
Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Some Dietary Supplements Up Mortality Risk in Older Women
Several common vitamin, mineral supplements increase mortality risk; calcium lowers risk
Tuesday, October 11, 2011

ICD Deactivation Knowledge Lacking in End-of-Life Care
Patient, provider knowledge of implantable cardiac devices lacking, preventing timely discussion
Tuesday, October 11, 2011

High Chocolate Consumption Tied to Lower Risk of Stroke
Significantly reduced risk of stroke for women in the highest quartile of chocolate consumption
Monday, October 10, 2011

Leg Crossing After Stroke Indicates Favorable Outcomes
Early leg crossing indicates better clinical outcomes at discharge and one year after severe stroke
Monday, October 10, 2011

Septicemia Most Costly Reason for Hospitalization in 2009
Almost one in 23 patients had septicemia; average of 4,600 new patients treated each day
Monday, October 10, 2011

Upfront Zoledronic Acid Ups Bone Density in Breast Cancer
Increases bone mineral density in postmenopausal women receiving aromatase inhibitors
Monday, October 10, 2011

Plasma Sphingolipids Predict Alzheimer's Progression
Sensitive blood-based biomarkers indicate disease progression in a dose-dependent manner
Friday, October 07, 2011

Racial Disparity Persists in Nursing Home Flu Shot Rates
Black residents less likely to receive, more likely to refuse influenza shots than white residents
Friday, October 07, 2011

Cialis Approved to Treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Also approved for treatment of BPH and erectile dysfunction occurring simultaneously
Friday, October 07, 2011

Multiple Benefits From Regular Exercise in Renal Disease
Improves physical fitness, several cardiovascular dimensions, and health-related quality of life
Friday, October 07, 2011