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

Mindfulness Exercises May Reduce PTSD Symptoms
Stretching, deep breathing normalize cortisol levels and reduce symptoms of posttraumatic stress
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

Blood Transfusions in Cardiac Surgery May Up Infections
Each unit of RBCs transfused linked with 29 percent increase in risk of major post-op infection
Tuesday, June 04, 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

Good Outcomes for Resident-Performed Cataract Surgery
Successful, cost-effective training surgeries beneficial for underserved patient populations
Tuesday, June 04, 2013

Final Rules on Employment Wellness Programs Released
Rules support participatory wellness programs and rewards for health-contingent programs
Tuesday, June 04, 2013

Daily Sunscreen Use During Middle-Age Slows Skin Aging
β-carotene supplementation does not seem to have an effect on skin aging
Monday, June 03, 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

Standard VTE Prevention Supported for Bariatric Surgery
Review looks at both intravascular filters and augmented pharmacologic dosing strategies
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

Patients Like Commercial Programs for Weight Loss
Patients say they want support and motivation, not education, in weight management programs
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

Double-Dose Oseltamivir Not Beneficial in Severe Influenza
No virological or clinical advantage compared with standard-dose treatment for children, adults
Friday, May 31, 2013

Antismoking Messages in Media Linked to Intention to Quit
Awareness of antismoking messages from single, multiple media channels linked to intent to quit
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

Weight Loss Reduces Psoriasis Severity
Also improves skin-related quality of life
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

Antiviral Resistance Identified in Novel Flu A/H7N9
In case series of 14 patients, two identified with Arg292 Lys mutation in virus neuraminidase gene
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

Universal Decolonization Better for Preventing Infections
Drop in rate of all bloodstream infections versus targeted decolonization, screening and isolation
Wednesday, May 29, 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

ACA Dependent-Cover Provision Beneficial for Young Adults
Increase in proportion of young adults with private coverage for nondiscretionary visits to ER
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

Modified Genes Present After Maternal Bariatric Surgery
Modifications consistent with reduced cardiometabolic risk
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

FDA Approves A1c Test for Diabetes Diagnosis
Test is first of its kind to receive clearance for this purpose
Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Telerehabilitation System Good for Assessing Low Back Pain
High level of agreement for low back pain assessments conducted face-to-face, via telerehab
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

Comorbidities Common With Alopecia Areata
Including autoimmune diagnoses, mental health, GI reflux, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia
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

In Utero Smoke Exposure Ups Subsequent Health Risks
Mothers' smoking increases daughters' chances of gestational diabetes, obesity
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

Overweight and Obese Are More Likely to Doctor Shop
Doctor shopping tied to increased rate of emergency department visits for overweight, obese
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

Studies Discuss Complications of Type 2 Diabetes in Youth
Series of studies, editorials discuss complications, including retinopathy, cardiovascular disease
Thursday, May 23, 2013

For Mentally Ill, Gap in Life Expectancy Up Since 1985
Most excess deaths due to physical health conditions, with only 13.9 percent due to suicide
Thursday, May 23, 2013

ACOG: Hormone Therapy Not Recommended to Prevent CHD
For menopausal women, heart-healthy lifestyles and other strategies recommended to reduce risk
Thursday, May 23, 2013

Dual-Source Cardiac CT IDs CAD in Hard-to-Image Patients
Systematic review shows high sensitivity for identifying coronary artery disease
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

Long-Acting Bronchodilators Up Cardiovascular Risk in COPD
Findings among older adults newly prescribed long-acting β-agonists or anticholinergics
Thursday, May 23, 2013

Intensity-Modulated No Better Than Conformal Radiotherapy
No significant difference in morbidity, cancer control for men treated post-prostatectomy
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

National Lung Screening Trial Results As Expected
Initial results confirm more positive screening results, diagnostic procedures, cancer ID'd with CT
Wednesday, May 22, 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

Competitive Sports Can Be Safe for Athletes With ICDs
Data may better inform physician, patient decision-making in terms of sports participation
Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Fecal Microbiota Tx Feasible for Recurrent C. difficile in HIV
Observation from two patients shows no further recurrence of C. difficile after fecal transplant
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: Early Parenteral Nutrition Doesn't Reduce Day-60 Death
For critically ill patients, early PN results in fewer days of ventilation, less muscle wasting
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

Oxandrolone Not Effective for Pressure Ulcer Treatment
For veterans with spinal cord injury no benefit over placebo for healing or ulcers remaining closed
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

CDC: High Number of Public Pools Contain Microbes
Indicates a need for better swimmer hygiene and maintenance of public health standards
Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Study Examines Outbreak of Spinal Infections in Michigan
Increased case finding may partially explain more cases found in Michigan
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

DDW: Full-Spectrum Beats Forward-Viewing Colonoscopy
Increased polyp and adenoma detection rates with use of full-spectrum endoscopy colonoscope
Monday, May 20, 2013

DDW: Vitamin D May Be Beneficial in Crohn's Disease
Improvements in muscle strength, fatigue, quality of life for patients with stable Crohn's
Monday, May 20, 2013

CT Radiation Risk Less Than Risk of Examination Indicator
The most common non-cancer indications for body CT are trauma and abdominal pain
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

Boyhood ADHD Tied to Obesity in Adulthood
Higher rates of obesity, BMI found in men with remitted ADHD versus men with no ADHD history
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

Marijuana Use Tied to Lower Fasting Insulin Level, HOMA-IR
Current users have lower fasting insulin, lower insulin resistance, smaller waist circumference
Friday, May 17, 2013

Twitter Reveals Popular Health Beliefs About Acne
Disconnect found between Twitter word choices, perceptions and those of professional organizations
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

ASCO: Midlife Fitness May Protect Against Cancer
High fitness linked to reductions in risk of developing and dying from lung, colorectal cancer
Friday, May 17, 2013

Depression Doubles Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women
Association is partially attenuated with adjustment for lifestyle, physiological factors
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

Traumatic Brain Injuries May Up Suicide Risk in U.S. Troops
Multiple traumatic brain injuries increase suicidal ideation in deployed military personnel
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

Docs and Nurse Practitioners Have Different Role Perceptions
Research shows discrepancies in the way the role of nurse practitioners is viewed
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

AHA: Increasing Fitness in Midlife Cuts Heart Failure Risk
Rate of heart failure hospitalization down for adults who increase their fitness levels
Wednesday, May 15, 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

Ultrasound Findings Can Improve Classification of RA
Ultrasound findings plus 2010 ACR/EULAR criteria can help predict need for methotrexate treatment
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

Primrose Oil, Borage Oil Not Effective Eczema Treatment
Findings based on extensive literature review over several decades of research
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

ECO: Industry-Funded Reviews Query Sweet Drink, Obesity Tie
Industry-funded reviews find weak evidence for link; other reviews show well-founded evidence
Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Healthy Lifestyle Offsets Cardio Risks From Job Strain
With job strain, healthy lifestyle linked to 53 percent lower CAD risk versus unhealthy lifestyle
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

Excessive Soda Can Mimic Illicit Drug Use Effects on Teeth
Dental erosion due to methamphetamines, crack cocaine, excessive soda can be misdiagnosed
Monday, May 13, 2013

FDA Approves Breo Ellipta for Treatment of COPD
Respiratory disease is the third-leading cause of death in the United States
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

Strong Genetic Component of Fibromyalgia Suggested
One major locus for fibromyalgia detected on the chromosome 17p11.2-q11.2 region
Friday, May 10, 2013

Hospital Rapid Response Teams Need Training
Teams are effective but require good communication
Friday, May 10, 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

With Suspected TB, Behavioral Support Curbs Smoking
Behavioral support with or without bupropion better than usual care for smoking abstinence
Friday, May 10, 2013

'Eating More Protein' Strategy Helps Women Lose Weight
Strategy of eating more protein linked to weight loss over two-year period for middle-aged women
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

Insurer Incentive Program for Obese Encourages Walking
Most met their step targets and appreciated the value of the program
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: Some Shocks in Young ICD Users Due to AC Leak in Pools
Case series shows electromagnetic interference due to alternating current leak can cause shocks
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

Hospice Use Down in Terminal Patients With Religious Support
For these patients, spiritual support from medical team ups hospice use, cuts interventions
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

Guidelines Issued for Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction
Evidence-based guidelines developed for diagnosis and appropriate management of EIB
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Ambrisentan Not Effective in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Increased risk of disease progression, respiratory hospitalizations with ambrisentan treatment
Tuesday, May 07, 2013

FDA Proposes to Increase User Awareness of Sunlamp Risks
Proposed order would reclassify sunlamp products to moderate risk, require labeling relating to risks
Tuesday, May 07, 2013

For Men, Obesity in Youth Ups Cardiometabolic Risk by Age 55
Young obese men have increased risks, including type 2 diabetes, venous thromboembolism
Tuesday, May 07, 2013

LAP-BAND Safe, Effective for Obese With BMI <40 kg/m²
Improvements in weight loss, quality of life, and comorbidities through two years
Tuesday, May 07, 2013

Genetic Variant May Explain Weight Loss Post-RYGB Surgery
Locus identified at 15q26.1, which is linked to weight loss after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
Tuesday, May 07, 2013

Diabetes, Hypertension Prevalent With Spinal Stenosis
Findings among nonelderly lumbar spinal stenosis patients, compared with controls
Tuesday, May 07, 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

Potentially Toxic Metals Present in Lip Cosmetics
Researchers estimate risk based on detected concentrations and estimated daily use
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

~13 Percent of Total Calories Come From Added Sugars
Most of the calories from added sugars come from food, not beverages, and are consumed at home
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

Micro-, Macrovascular Changes Observed in Binge Drinkers
Significantly lower flow mediated vasodilation, nitroglycerin-mediated dilation versus abstainers
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

Azithromycin Not Tied to Increased Risk of CV Death
Versus no antibiotics, penicillin; based on a general population of young, middle-aged adults
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

Manufacturers Donating Limbs to Boston Victims
Group vows to assist those whose insurance fails to cover costs for prosthetic legs
Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Plan B Approved for Women 15 Years and Older Without Rx
FDA says company submitted data showing that women 15 years and older understood proper use
Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Coordinated Approach Needed to Protect From Arsenic Exposure
Physicians, FDA, and legislators have roles to play in monitoring and regulating arsenic in foods
Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Breath Test Can Detect Illicit Drug Use Up to 24 Hours Later
Simple, commercially available breath sampler can detect 12 analytes
Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Breast Implants May Impair Breast CA Diagnosis, Prognosis
Increased odds of diagnosis at non-localized stage of disease; worse breast cancer survival
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

Social Network Interests Can Predict Obesity Prevalence
Higher obesity prevalence for areas with more people with TV-related interests on Facebook
Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Novel System Proposed for Accountable Cancer Care
Cancer Care Groups proposed, which would be compensated under bundled payment system
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

Non-Inferior Response With Two-Dose HPV Vaccine
Non-inferior antibody response one month after last dose for girls receiving two or three doses
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

FDA Concerned Caffeinated Foods Could Harm Children
Such products becoming abundant in U.S. markets
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

Comprehensive Discussion With Docs Ups Cancer Screening
Odds of screening up with more comprehensive discussion, greater perceived benefits of screening
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

Teen Moms More Likely to Be Subsequently Overweight
Findings based on a large, nationally representative cross-sectional survey
Friday, April 26, 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

Smoking Water Pipes Is Not a Safe Cigarette Alternative
Different patterns of exposure to tobacco toxins seen with cigarettes, water pipes
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

EB: Displaying Exercise Needed to Burn Food Calories Effective
Displaying amount of exercise needed to burn off menu items shows benefits over just listing calories
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

Device Detects Blood Fungal Infections Rapidly
Portable device detects Candida bloodstream infections accurately
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

Natural Ventilation Effective in 'Nightingale' Wards
Small extractor fans added to naturally-ventilated hospital wards can improve ventilation year round
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

Teens Targeting Strength, Cardio Fitness Battle Insulin Resistance
Findings detected among assessed youth followed into young adulthood
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

Breast CA Tx Delays Still More Common for Poor, Uninsured
And, women with early-stage breast cancer with Medicaid are more likely to receive mastectomy
Wednesday, April 24, 2013

American Lung Association Stresses Clean Air Act Benefits
Despite uptick in short-term unhealthy air days, across the nation, year-round pollution declines
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

Review Looks at Best Modality for Diagnosing Ectopic Pregnancy
Sonogram found to be best diagnostic method for women with abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding
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

Doc Describes Medical Tent Experience of Boston Marathon
A doctor describes the transition from providing care to runners to feelings of helplessness
Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Maternal Use of Valproate Ups Risk of Autism in Offspring
Significantly increased risk of autism spectrum disorder, childhood autism with prenatal exposure
Tuesday, April 23, 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

Brain Stimulation Reduces Smoking Cravings
Reduction in craving temporary, but greater in those with greater nicotine dependence
Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Drop in Genital Warts in Young Women Since HPV Vaccination
Five years into vaccination program, proportion of young women ≤30 years with genital warts down
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

Breast Density Linked to Breast Cancer-Specific Survival
For women treated with tamoxifen, decrease in mammographic density tied to improved survival
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

USPSTF: Primary Care Screening Can Help ID Suicide Risk
Based on limited evidence, tools could probably identify adults at risk; limited ability for teens
Monday, April 22, 2013

Outcomes No Worse With Home Call for Surgical Interns
Overall unadjusted morbidity and mortality rates no worse with home call versus in-hospital call
Monday, April 22, 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

Docs' Role in Gauging Fitness for Concealed Weapons Queried
Standards, guidelines needed for ethical, legal, policy issues related to assessment of competency
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

Pot Smoking Linked to Some Metabolic Changes
Increase in visceral adiposity and adipose tissue insulin resistance
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

Racial Disparity in Head and Neck Cancer Outcomes
Black Medicaid beneficiaries less likely to get surgical treatment, more likely to die than whites
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

Essay Questions Conventional Etiology of Obesity
To make progress in fight against obesity it is necessary to accept alternative hypotheses
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

Overall Prevalence of Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors Is Low
Healthy lifestyle behaviors after a coronary heart disease or stroke event vary by country
Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Endocrine Therapy Often Incomplete after Breast Cancer
Study examines factors associated with initiation and persistence of treatment
Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Factors Weighing in on Long-Term Diabetes Survival Studied
Those able to survive more than 40 years are likely to have better glycemic, BP, lipid control
Monday, April 15, 2013

Risk of New-Onset Diabetes Varies With Different Statins
Lowest risk for pravastatin 40 mg/day; higher risk for rosuvastatin 20mg/day versus placebo
Monday, April 15, 2013

FDA Warns Consumers of Dangers of the Stimulant DMAA
Attempt to halt marketing of dietary supplements with DMAA after reports of illness, death
Monday, April 15, 2013

Review Suggests Breast Cancer Screens Should Be Personalized
New techniques may go beyond mammography and be useful for high-risk populations
Friday, April 12, 2013

Cardiac Function Unaffected by Prior Intensive Insulin Therapy
Prior glycemic exposure and not prior intensive insulin therapy impacts cardiac parameters
Friday, April 12, 2013

Most ED Docs, Nurses Doubtful About Suicide Preventability
Most do not question patients' access to firearms, unless suicide plan involves a gun
Friday, April 12, 2013

Drug-Facilitated Weight Loss Benefits Cardiometabolic Status
Weight loss, including phentermine/topiramate-induced, linked to reductions in lipids, blood pressure
Friday, April 12, 2013

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

Surgeons Support Nonphysician Screens for Low Back Pain
Canadian survey finds most support clinicians' standards in assessing discomfort
Friday, April 12, 2013

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

Restricting Soda Size May, Gulp, Actually Increase Consumption
Businesses have strong incentive to offer soda bundles when drink size is limited, study finds
Thursday, April 11, 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

Mental Health Seaches on Web Follow a Seasonal Pattern
Monitoring queries on Google showed peaks in the winter and troughs in the summer
Thursday, April 11, 2013

Overweight Adults Back Weight-Loss Health Benefits
But, study finds, few are willing to pay extra for whatever their plan might offer
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

Variation Seen in U.S. Antibiotic Prescription Rates
Higher rates of prescriptions for children, older patients, as well as those in the South
Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Population-Wide Weight Loss, Gain Linked to Diabetes Burden
Cuban experience of 1980 to 2010 shows weight loss and regain linked to diabetes, CVD burden
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

AACR: Melanoma Survivors Tend to Be Safer in the Sun
Nevertheless, study finds that more than a quarter of them still never wear sunscreen
Tuesday, April 09, 2013

BMI at T2DM Diagnosis Has U-Shaped Link With Mortality
Normal weight, obese patients have significantly increased mortality risk versus overweight
Tuesday, April 09, 2013

USPSTF Finds Evidence Is Lacking for Oral Cancer Screens
Task force says more work needed to see if tests can accurately detect disease, help outcomes
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

Radiation-Linked Heart Disease Ups Death in Cardiothoracic Sx
Increasing Euro score and lack of beta-blockers also independently tied to higher mortality
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

Majority of Americans Now Favor Legalizing Marijuana
Support for legalization increases across all ages, including younger and older adults
Monday, April 08, 2013

Former College Athletes Don't Have Increased Depression Risk
Current sports athletes have a greater risk of unhappiness than former, graduated competitors
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

Coal-Tar-Sealed Pavement-Tied PAH Exposure Ups Cancer Risk
Exposure to affected house dust in first six years of life linked to increased lifetime cancer risk
Friday, April 05, 2013

Federal Judge Rules FDA Must Lift Restrictions on Plan B
U.S. must make 'morning-after' pill available over-the-counter for all without prescription
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

Diabetes Has Negative Impact on Individual's Ability to Work
Review shows those with disease were absent more days a year and retired earlier
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

All Hospital Emergency Rooms Should Be Prepared for Children
Guidelines provide information on essential equipment, supplies, medications, and personnel
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

Combo Treatment Effective for Cryptococcal Meningitis
Treatment with amphotericin B plus flucytosine improves survival versus amphotericin B alone
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

Web-Based Nephrology Consults May Reduce Referrals
Consultations usually performed during office hours; need less than 10 minutes time investment
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

Male Vertex Baldness Linked to Coronary Heart Disease
Meta-analysis shows increased risk for men with vertex baldness; link depends on severity of baldness
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

HIV Self-Testing Strategies Highly Acceptable
Preferred over facility-based testing, more likely to result in partner self-testing
Wednesday, April 03, 2013

Belgium Study Tracks Trends in End-of-Life Decision Making
Researchers find euthanasia legalization led to fewer life-ending acts without patient's request
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

USPSTF: BRCA Testing for Women With Family History
Women whose family history not linked to BRCA mutations should not undergo genetic testing
Tuesday, April 02, 2013

FDA Allows Change to Nicotine Replacement Therapy Labels
Changes will include removal of warning not to use tx if smoking, chewing tobacco, using snuff
Tuesday, April 02, 2013

Group-Based Weight Loss Incentives Are More Effective
Program of individual-based rewards falls short at weigh-ins over a 24-week period
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

New Drug Approved for Type 2 Diabetes
Invokana blocks reabsorption of glucose by the kidneys
Monday, April 01, 2013

Physical Activity Improves Sleep for Menopausal Women
Leisure time, physical activity improve sleep characteristics for women with vasomotor symptoms
Monday, April 01, 2013

Diabetes Care for African-Americans Can Be Improved
Review shows health care-promoted interventions have potential to improve quality of T2DM care
Monday, April 01, 2013

Study Assesses Work Force Burden of Ulcerative Colitis
Patients with ulcerative colitis have more sick days; colectomy does not fully restore work ability
Monday, April 01, 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

Viral DNA-Based Testing Can Triage Women With Abnormal Pap
Research shows it's better than repeat cytology in identifying patients at high risk for cervical cancer
Thursday, March 28, 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

Daylight Savings Time Modestly Affects AMI Type, Incidence
Greater than expected incidence of NSTEMI versus STEMI after transition to DST
Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Certified Primary Stroke Centers Use More Rt-PA
Findings in nationwide comparison of patients with ischemic stroke
Tuesday, March 26, 2013

MRSA Colonization in Groin Tied to Clinical Infections
Findings among HIV-infected patients suggest prevention strategies needed
Tuesday, March 26, 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

Unintended Harmful Effects of Mammography Studied
False-positive screening mammography can result in long-term psychosocial harm
Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Even the Poorest Handheld Umbrellas Can Block UV Rays
Worst performers blocked 77 percent of UVR; most black units blocked more than 95 percent
Monday, March 25, 2013

FDA Approves Inhaler for Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Antibiotic device treats Pseudomonas aeruginosa lung infections
Monday, March 25, 2013

Nurses Can Resolve Low Complexity, Primary Care Cases
Spanish study finds patients have comparable relief to care provided by general practitioners
Monday, March 25, 2013

Field Stories Can Shape Public Policy for Obesity Prevention
Collaborations with CDC and state agencies enhance messages for healthier eating, lifestyles
Friday, March 22, 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

Telehealth in Addition to Usual Care Not Cost-Effective
For adults with long-term health conditions, no increase in quality adjusted life years
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

Most People With Prediabetes in the Dark About Their Condition
Increased awareness needed to keep them from progressing to type 2 diabetes
Thursday, March 21, 2013

Annual BP Checks May Improve Hypertension Identification
Annual screening rather than at every office visit improves specificity, no effect on sensitivity
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

Manual Osteopathic Treatment Improves Chronic Back Pain
Patients report pain relief, but not improvements in back functioning or work disability
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

AHA: Burden of Sugary Drink-Related Deaths Quantified
2010 Global Burden of Diseases Study finds over 180,000 deaths tied to sugar-sweetened beverages
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

Aristolochic Acid Nephropathy, a Global Health Problem
Review of widely used Chinese herbs identifies need for regulation and further study
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

Exercise Improves Quality of Life in Type 2 Diabetes
Aerobic, resistance programs yield significant boosts to both physical and general health
Monday, March 18, 2013

AAN Updates Guidelines for Sports Concussion Management
Updated guidelines suggest those with suspected concussion be suspended from play immediately
Monday, March 18, 2013

Pharmacist-Led Home BP Program Shows Success
Patients report reduced readings, better control, and improved care for hypertension
Monday, March 18, 2013

Cellphone Use While Driving Varies From 21 to 69 Percent
Findings among 18- to 64-year-old drivers in the United States and seven European countries
Monday, March 18, 2013

Evidence Indicates Link for Shift Work, Ovarian Cancer
Increased risk for women aged 50 or older, with serous or mucinous invasive or borderline tumors
Monday, March 18, 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

BP Shifts Tied to Mortality Risk for Blacks With Kidney Disease
Higher daily systolic readings associated with overall and cardiovascular odds of death
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

Exercise, Counseling Cut Days Off From Back Pain in Recruits
Used in addition to standard training, practices reduce clinic visits, time away from duties
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

Cardiac Benefits of Physical Activity in Diabetes Studied
Moderate physical activity may negate the impact of diabetes on cardiovascular mortality
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

Preventive Measures Not Enough to Combat C. difficile
Most facilities have introduced stronger measures, but less than half report decrease in CDI rates
Thursday, March 14, 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

2009 H1N1 Vaccine Tied to Small Risk of Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Small but significant increase in risk with influenza (H1N1) 2009 monovalent inactivated vaccine
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

Smoking Cessation Cuts Cardiac Risk, Despite Weight Gain
For adults without diabetes, association unaffected by weight gain after quitting smoking
Tuesday, March 12, 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

ACC: BNP-Guided Screening and Treatment Aids Heart Failure
B-type natriuretic peptide-guided screening, shared-care treatment beneficial for older at-risk patients
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

ACC: Digoxin Cuts 30-Day Admission for Heart Failure
Drug shows no significant effect on mortality for seniors with reduced ejection fraction
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Aspirin Cuts Melanoma Risk in Postmenopausal Caucasians
Dose-response association seen, with longer duration of use linked to greater reduction in risk
Monday, March 11, 2013

ACC: PCI Outcomes No Worse Without On-Site Cardiac Surgery
Rates of major adverse cardiac events noninferior with treatment at hospital without on-site surgery
Monday, March 11, 2013

ACC: Cangrelor Reduces Ischemic Events in Primary PCI
And, prehospital fibrinolysis with timely angiography effective for reperfusion in STEMI
Monday, March 11, 2013

Acute Physical Exercise Improves Executive Function
Chronic physical exercise has no significant effect for children, teens, young adults
Monday, March 11, 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

ACC: Darbepoetin Alfa Doesn't Up Outcome in Heart Failure
For patients with mild-to-moderate anemia, treatment ups risk of thromboembolic events
Monday, March 11, 2013

Little Evidence Red Flags Are Useful in Detecting Spinal Woes
In patients with lower back pain, a single indicator may or may not predict malignancy
Friday, March 08, 2013

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

ACC: Financial Incentives Enhance Sustained Weight Loss
Improve weight loss at one year together with education with, without behavior modification
Friday, March 08, 2013

ACC: Gastric Artery Embolization Viable in Humans
First-in-man study shows weight loss and decrease in BMI up to six months post-procedure
Friday, March 08, 2013

ACC: Stressful Events Up Incidence of Acute MI
Three studies show increased incidence after hurricane Katrina, earthquakes, in financial crisis
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

Salty Diet Implicated in Autoimmune Disease
Studies found it activated cells in the immune system, resulting in form of MS in rodents
Friday, March 08, 2013

Opioid Guidelines for ER Docs Help, But More Study Needed
Efforts called important first steps toward addressing public health problem of abuse
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

Action Urged to Deal With Handheld Phone Use in Cars
Technological solutions needed, since legislation falls short as a deterrent
Thursday, March 07, 2013

Lowering CT Tube Voltage for Colonography Beneficial
Reduces radiation dose while minimally reducing image quality
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

White Matter Integrity Varies With MS Cognitive Impairment
Diffusion tension imaging shows differences between cognitively preserved, impaired MS
Wednesday, March 06, 2013

In U.S., Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Increasing
Vast majority of CRE episodes occur in patients with considerable health care exposure
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

HIV Infection Linked to Risk of Acute Myocardial Infarction
Increased risk of AMI after adjustment for Framingham risk factors, comorbidities, substance use
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

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Common After Lung Injury
Risk factors include earlier depression, time in ICU, and use of high-dose opiates
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

Screening May Reduce Risk for Late-Stage CRC by 70 Percent
Second study shows use of electronic health records increases uptake of CRC screening
Monday, March 04, 2013

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

Postpartum Anxiety More Common Than Depression
Anxiety more common through six months postpartum; linked to reduced breastfeeding
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

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

Sex Transmits Secondary, Tertiary Cases of Vaccinia Virus
Vaccines need to be provided with, and follow, the instructions regarding covering the injection site
Friday, March 01, 2013

AAD: Complications of Tattoos and Tattoo Ink Discussed
Complications include allergic reactions, serious infections, and reactions that mimic skin 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

Glucagonlike Peptide 1-Based Tx Increases Pancreatitis Risk
Findings among adults with type 2 diabetes taking exenatide, sitagliptin phosphate
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

CDC Releases Disease Detective Game App for iPad
Game is based on real-life cases encountered by the agency's Epidemic Intelligence Service
Thursday, February 28, 2013

ACOG Joins the Choosing Wisely Program
Recommends top five tests and procedures to question in obstetrics and gynecology
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

FDA Approves Osphena for Dyspareunia Post-Menopause
Once-daily pill carries boxed warning regarding risk of unusual endometrial bleeding, stroke, DVT
Wednesday, February 27, 2013

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

Home-Based Telehealth Not Effective for Chronic Conditions
No benefit on quality of life, psych outcomes for patients with COPD, diabetes, heart failure
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

HIV-HCV Coinfection Speeds HCV-Related Liver Fibrosis
Liver fibrosis in coinfected patients similar to that of person almost one decade older without HIV
Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Type of Vascular Access Linked to Outcomes in Hemodialysis
Increased risk of mortality, infection, cardiovascular events with catheter versus fistula, graft
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Advanced Breast CA Incidence Up for U.S. 25- to 39-Year-Olds
Increase in breast cancer with distant involvement seen for young U.S. women of all races/ethnicities
Tuesday, February 26, 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

List of Five Unnecessary Vascular Tests Released
Tests and procedures may be unnecessary or even harmful
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

FDA: Omontys Injection Pulled From Market
Voluntary recall of anemia drug due to reports of anaphylaxis, including three deaths
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

Bariatric Surgery Does Not Appear to Cut Health Care Costs
Over a six-year period, costs are not significantly lower for patients undergoing bariatric surgery
Monday, February 25, 2013

Low-Dose CT Screening Could Avert ~12,000 Lung CA Deaths
Adoption of National Lung Screening Trial regimens could prevent 12,250 deaths/year in U.S.
Monday, February 25, 2013

AAAAI: Omalizumab Treatment Effective for Urticaria
Reduces itch severity in patients resistant to antihistamines
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

No Lasting Survival Benefit With BRCA in Ovarian Cancer
Survival advantage during three years after diagnosis; no difference in prognosis at 10 years
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

Fast Food Accounts for >11 Percent of Daily Calories in U.S.
Non-Hispanic black adults, obese consume higher percentage of calories from fast food
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

IV Hydroxyethyl Starch Not OK in Critically Ill Patients
Compared to other resuscitation solutions there is an increased risk of death, kidney injury
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

Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Teens Linked to Early Death
Central obesity, smoking, and hyperglycemia increase risk of dying before age 55 years
Thursday, February 21, 2013

Higher Risk of Hip Implant Failure for Women Than Men
After adjustment, women have 29 percent increased risk of all-cause revision
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

ACA Improves EMTALA Health Care Access Mandate Somewhat
ACA addresses hidden costs, but does not go far enough in designing integrated system of care
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

Considerable Proportion of HBV/HCV Cases Go Unreported
Eighty-two percent of confirmed hepatitis B and 65 percent of hepatitis C infections reported
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

Synthetic Marijuana Linked to Acute Kidney Injury
Sixteen cases identified in the United States
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

Reimbursement Policies for Out-of-Hospital Care Flawed
Decoupling payment for care with transport to ER would improve patient-centered care, cut costs
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Prognostic Value of CCTA Explored for Suspected CAD
Found helpful in assessing heart attack risk in suspected CAD without modifiable risk factors
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

Birth Order May Affect Metabolic, Cardiac Risk
First-borns have reduced insulin sensitivity and increased daytime blood pressure
Tuesday, February 19, 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

Acupuncture May Help Treat Seasonal Allergies
Acupuncture improves quality of life and reduces antihistamine use, but further study required
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

ASCO: Anticoagulant Use Predicts Metastatic Prostate CA Survival
Findings among men on any anticoagulant therapy while receiving docetaxel chemotherapy
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

CDC: Cephalosporin-Resistant Gonorrhea Imminent in U.S.
Asia, Europe report treatment failures; cefixime minimum inhibitory concentration up in U.S.
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

Ozone Levels, PM_2.5 Linked to Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest
Exposure to ozone at short time scales and on day of event linked to increased risk
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

A1C, Blood Pressure, LDL Goals Improving in Diabetes
More patients achieving ABC goals, but can be further improved, especially for minorities
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

Preterm Birth Risk Down With Introduction of Smoking Bans
Reductions in 2007 and 2010 after implementation of smoking restriction policies in Belgium
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

Post-STEMI, Beta Blockers Cut Long-Term Mortality for Some
Higher- but not lower-risk patients benefit from beta-blocker therapy after PCI for STEMI
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

CDC: Consumers in Five States Sickened by Ground Beef
Two companies identified as source of Salmonella Typhimurium-infected product
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

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery Not Needed for All Skiers
Reevaluation at six to 12 weeks after injury can identify patients who do not need surgery
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

Emergency Room Crowding Tied to ACS-Induced PTSD
In uni- and multivariate analysis, increasing tertiles of crowding exposure tied to PTSD symptoms
Thursday, February 14, 2013

Study Explores Attachment Anxiety, Health/Well-Being Link
People with high attachment anxiety have high cortisol levels and suppressed immunity
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

Consumer Advocates Urge FDA to Set Sugar Limits for Soda
Experts concerned that soft drinks are unsafe for regular human consumption
Wednesday, February 13, 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

Post-Pregnancy Deterioration in Glycemic Control in T1DM
Women with type 1 diabetes also experience lasting increases in weight and body mass index
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

Selumetinib Ups Radioiodine Uptake in Thyroid Cancer
Increases radioiodine uptake and retention in patients with radioiodine-refractory disease
Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Diabetes Practice Patterns, Knowledge Gaps Identified
Findings presented for almost 1,000 health care providers who manage type 2 diabetes
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

IBCERCC: Prioritize Prevention to Reduce Breast Cancer
Seven recommendations offered to identify and mitigate environmental causes of breast 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

Study IDs Factors Associated With H. Pylori Eradication
Geographic site, demographics, adherence seem to be as important as antibiotic regimen
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

Statin Use Linked to Reduced Risk of Hepatocellular Cancer
Findings strongest in Asian populations, but also noted in Western populations
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

Study Explores Link Between UV-B Light Exposure, RA Risk
In older, but not younger women, UV-B light exposure linked to lower rheumatoid arthritis risk
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

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

Supraorbital Transcutaneous Stimulator Prevents Migraines
Significant decreases seen in monthly attacks, headache days, and anti-migraine drug intake
Thursday, February 07, 2013

Antimicrobial Washcloths Reduce Hospital Infections
Use of washcloths reduces risk of acquiring resistant organisms and bloodstream infections
Thursday, February 07, 2013

Doctors' Perceptions of Psoriasis Therapies Vary
Beliefs on safety and efficacy vary; treatment preference not predictive of perceptions
Thursday, February 07, 2013

Albumin Improves Bacterial Peritonitis Outcomes
Four trials included in review show less renal impairment, mortality with albumin infusions
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

Rivaroxaban Found Noninferior to Enoxaparin in Acutely Ill
Extended-duration rivaroxaban has better efficacy than enoxaparin, but linked to increased bleeding
Wednesday, February 06, 2013

Midway Waist Circumference Better Than Iliac Crest Measure
Particularly in women, midway measurement better defines central obesity-related risks
Wednesday, February 06, 2013

Diet Soda-Mixed Drinks Result in Higher Breath Alcohol Levels
Individuals unaware of these differences in breath alcohol concentrations
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

Support for Biennial Over Annual Mammography in Older Women
Similar rates of advanced disease; lower cumulative probability of false-positive result
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

Corticosteroids Worsen Long-Term Epicondylalgia Outcomes
Physical therapy has no significant impact on long-term outcome
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

Guidelines Updated for Young CA Survivors' Fertility Follow-Up
Recommendations address assessment, management of female reproductive complications
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Health-Plan, Employer-Based Programs Studied for Diabetes
Kaiser Permanente's NEXT-D study testing two approaches to reduce diabetes risk
Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Cancer Mortality Decreasing for African-American Men, Women
Despite progress, five-year survival still lower for African-Americans at each stage of diagnosis
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

Breast CA Diagnostic Errors Major Cause of Malpractice Suits
Interpretative errors more common in radiologist malpractice suits versus communicative/procedural
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

Predictors of Higher Diabetes Health Care Costs Identified
High costs linked to suboptimal glycemic control, impaired renal function, and proteinuria
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

Sex Differences in Return to Work for Cancer Survivors
Sick leave duration dependence is sex-specific; age, marital status also affect return to work
Friday, February 01, 2013

Bystander Rescue Training Cuts Opioid Overdose Deaths
Overdose education, nasal naloxone distribution program reduces deaths in Massachusetts
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

Kynamro Approved for Genetic Condition Tied to Cholesterol
Injection is an addition to lipid-lowering meds, diet in homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
Wednesday, January 30, 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

Long-Term Outcomes Similar With Prostatectomy, Radiation
Functional outcomes significantly different at two and five years, but not at 15 years after diagnosis
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Bile Acid Sequestrant Reduces Glucose Concentration in T2DM
Colesevelam cuts fasting, postprandial glucose in subjects taking metformin; no effect on insulin
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

Parents Not Too Concerned About Child Abuse of Pain Meds
New poll shows that parents have lukewarm support for most policies to discourage misuse
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

Moxifloxacin Monotherapy Equivalent to Antibiotic Combo
Findings among adult, febrile neutropenic cancer patients at low risk for complications
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

Low Rate of Prostate Cancer Diagnosis After REDUCE
Over two-year follow-up, more cancers detected in men in dutasteride arm versus placebo arm
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

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

ER Visits Up for Misuse of ADHD Stimulants by Young Adults
Increase in number of visits among young adults, visits involving nonmedical use for ADHD meds
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

In CAD, Highest Mortality Risk for Central Obesity, Normal BMI
Central obesity measures plus BMI accurately ID risk in patients with coronary artery disease
Monday, January 28, 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

2013 Guidelines for Adult Vaccination Published
Recommendations include new information on pneumococcal vaccine, Tdap, flu vaccine
Monday, January 28, 2013

Sclerostin Linked to Vascular Disease in Type 2 Diabetes
Serum levels higher in patients with both type 2 diabetes and atherosclerotic disease
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: Three New Treatments Approved for Type 2 Diabetes
Nesina, Kazano, and Oseni, all based on alogliptin, approved for use with diet and exercise
Monday, January 28, 2013

CDC: Bisexual Women at Higher Risk of Intimate Partner Violence
Report finds intimate partner and sexual violence common regardless of sexual orientation
Friday, January 25, 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

Support Players Needed to Improve Primary Care Delivery
Practice facilitators and care managers are potential members of primary care team
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

Folic Acid Supplementation Has No Effect on Cancer Incidence
Over five years of supplementation, no significant effect on overall, site-specific cancer incidence
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

CDC: 1,527 Foodborne Disease Outbreaks in 2009 to 2010
Norovirus, Salmonella are most common single-laboratory-confirmed etiologic agents
Friday, January 25, 2013

Retinopathy Severity Linked to Cardiovascular Outcome
In type 2 diabetes, retinopathy severity and progression are determinants of CV outcomes
Thursday, January 24, 2013

CDC: Novel Norovirus Replacing Former Dominant Strain
Health care providers urged to be vigilant
Thursday, January 24, 2013

Scoring System IDs Patients at Risk for Nosocomial GI Bleed
Score, based on multiple factors, identifies high-risk group that may benefit from acid suppression
Thursday, January 24, 2013

Exposure to Triggers Causes Migraine With Aura in Only a Few
Only small subgroup of patients report migraine with aura when provoked with natural triggers
Thursday, January 24, 2013

Cancer Prevalence Higher With Long Duration of Diabetes
Prevalence also higher among adults with type 2 diabetes who use insulin
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

Peginesatide Safe for Anemia in Patients Undergoing Dialysis
Second study shows cardiovascular events and mortality up in patients not undergoing dialysis
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

IOM Urges Coordinated Care for Multisymptom Illness in Vets
Individualized treatment plans, improved communication, team approach to care needed
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

Physical Activity Cuts Mortality in Colorectal Cancer Survivors
While increased sedentary time is associated with increased all-cause mortality
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Fetal Exposure to Valproate Linked to Lower IQ at Age 6
Exposure to high doses of valproate, not other antiepileptics, linked to reduced cognitive abilities
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Low Ratio of n3:n6 Fatty Acids Correlates With CAD Progression
Negative link between change in plaque volume and n3 to n6 ratio in statin-treated patients
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

New Guidelines Issued for MCS Device Use in Heart Failure
ISHLT has developed new practice guidelines for the use of mechanical circulatory support devices
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

High BMI Increases Risk of Chronic Low Back Pain Later
Findings in a large population cohort, including those free of pain at baseline, followed for 11 years
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

FDA: First Skin Patch Approved to Treat Migraines
Battery-powered transdermal system delivers sumatriptan; provides headache, nausea relief
Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Increase in Proportion of Livers Not Used for Transplantation
Donation after cardiac death, older donor age, greater BMI, and increased diabetes to blame
Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Early Predictors of Occupational Back Reinjury Identified
Reinjury in 25.8 percent of those who return to work, especially if male, prior similar injury
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

USPSTF: Younger Women Should Be Screened for Partner Violence
But USPSTF finds insufficient evidence for screening vulnerable, elderly for abuse and neglect
Monday, January 21, 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

Ulcerative Colitis, Not Crohn's, Deaths Down From 1982
In Denmark, death from ulcerative colitis down, but Crohn's-linked mortality persistently higher
Monday, January 21, 2013

Accelerated Cognitive Decline Seen With T2DM in Middle Age
Cognitive decline seems to increase with increased time with diabetes
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

Docs' Use of Informed Decision-Making for PSA Testing Varies
Much of variation in use of informed decision-making due to physicians' attitudes to screening
Monday, January 21, 2013

ERs Need to Focus on Integration Into New Payment Models
Emergency docs need to focus on broader care communication, integration of technologies
Friday, January 18, 2013

Alcohol Disinfection Cap Cuts Contamination of Central Lines
Continuous passive disinfection cuts line contamination, organisms, bloodstream infections
Friday, January 18, 2013

Coronary Artery Calcium Predicts Cardiovascular Death in T2DM
Improves risk classification versus Framingham risk score for patients with type 2 diabetes
Friday, January 18, 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

BCIS Myocardial Jeopardy Score Predicts Post-PCI Death
British Cardiovascular Intervention Society score can assess degree of revascularization
Friday, January 18, 2013

Physical Activity Requirement in <40 Percent of College Programs
In 2010, 39.55 percent require physical education compared with 97 percent in 1920s and 1930s
Friday, January 18, 2013

Marriage Protects Against Premature Midlife Death
Those never married more than twice as likely to die early as those in a stable marriage
Thursday, January 17, 2013

Differences in Care for E-Visits, Office Visits for Sinusitis, UTI
Follow-up similar with both visits; more antibiotics prescribed, less preventive care with e-visits
Thursday, January 17, 2013

Fasting Plasma Glucose Beats HbA1c for Diabetes Screening
Algorithm may cut number of glucose tolerance tests for those undergoing coronary angiography
Thursday, January 17, 2013

Venous Thromboembolism, PE Risk Up in IVF Pregnancies
Although absolute risks are small, risk of VTE, pulmonary embolism increased during first trimester
Thursday, January 17, 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

Short Course of ART Therapy Delays HIV Progression
Second study shows later initiation of ART decreases likelihood of CD4+ T-cell recovery
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

Influenza Vaccine in Pregnancy May Reduce Fetal Deaths
Decreased diagnosis of influenza and no increase in fetal mortality with maternal vaccination
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Checklists Up Performance in Operating-Room Crises
Failure to adhere to lifesaving processes of care less common in simulations when checklists are used
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Energy Drink-Linked ER Visits Up From 2007 to 2011
Most ER visits among those aged 18 to 39, but 279 percent increase seen for adults over 40 years
Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Donor Fecal Infusion Effective for C. difficile Infection
Fecal infusion more effective for recurrent infection than vancomycin with, without bowel lavage
Wednesday, January 16, 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

Selective D-Dimer Testing Strategy Seems Safe, Effective
More efficient than universal testing for symptomatic patients with suspected deep venous thrombosis
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

No Gastric Volume Monitoring Is Not Inferior Strategy
Findings suggest similar rates of ventilator-linked pneumonia with, without gastric monitoring
Tuesday, January 15, 2013

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

Generic Three-Pill HIV Regimen Could Result in Big Savings
Increased lifetime costs of $42,500 with use of branded ART versus generic-based regimen
Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Decision Support Reduces Antibiotic Usage for Bronchitis
Similar results seen with print-based versus computer-assisted support strategies
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

AAN: Cognitive Decline With Early-Age Surgical Menopause
Increased duration of hormone replacement therapy use linked to slower global decline
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

Use of Beta-Blockers Tied to Improved Lung Cancer Survival
Overall, distant metastasis-free, and disease-free survival all improved for patients with NSCLC
Friday, January 11, 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

Malaria Drug Association With Hemolytic Anemia Unclear
CDC recommends following patients treated with artesunate for a month
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

CDC: Rare Blood Disorder Found in Intravenous Drug Users
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura seen in patients who dissolve and inject oral pain medication
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

Intervention to Reduce Air Pollution Tied to Drop in Deaths
All-cause, cardiovascular, respiratory death down with drop in air pollution from wood smoke
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

Supplements Fail to Accurately Identify Caffeine Quantity
Consumers unable to determine if OK to combine supplements with other products, foods
Wednesday, January 09, 2013

Vitamin D Does Not Improve Knee OA Progression, Symptoms
Supplementation to raise levels above 36 ng/mL has no impact on knee pain, cartilage volume loss
Wednesday, January 09, 2013

Failure Rate of Cefixime for N. gonorrhoeae Infection Explored
Increased risk of clinical treatment failure with minimum inhibitory concentration of ≥0.12 µg/mL
Tuesday, January 08, 2013

Number of Adults Using Walk-in Retail Clinics Increasing
Most users satisfied with care; but many are reluctant to use for more serious conditions
Tuesday, January 08, 2013

Fetuin-A Levels Linked to Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Link between high fetuin-A and lower cardio risk modified by T2DM, obesity, insulin resistance
Tuesday, January 08, 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

Prevalence of Interstitial Cystitis/Chronic Prostatitis ID'd
About two million U.S. men affected by interstitial cystitis and chronic prostatitis; 17 percent overlap
Monday, January 07, 2013

Low Rates of High Platelet Reactivity With Prasugrel Tx
Low rates of HPR, ischemic events, major bleeds with prasrugel in acute coronary syndromes
Monday, January 07, 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

FDA Proposes New Food Safety Standards
Measures intended to prevent foodborne illness and strengthen produce safety
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

Tomosynthesis Ups Accuracy of Digital Mammography
When used together, tomosynthesis increases diagnostic accuracy and lowers number of recalls
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

Distributing Naloxone to Heroin Users Likely Cost-Effective
Scenarios show lay administration would be cost-effective, even under conservative assumptions
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

High-Dose Flu Vaccine Better Protects HIV-Infected Adults
Higher seroprotection for H1N1, H3N2, influenza B strains with high-dose versus standard-dose
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Measures Recommended to Prevent Gun-Related Injuries
Decrease guns in the community, collect public health data, limit viewing of violent material
Thursday, January 03, 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

Direct Costs for Low Back Pain Care in U.K. Are Substantial
Primary care consultations account for the majority of care costs
Thursday, January 03, 2013

Restrictive Transfusion Strategy Safe for Acute GI Bleeding
Reduces risk of further bleeding, complication rate; increases survival versus liberal strategy
Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Interferon-Free Therapies for Hep C Virus Look Promising
Sofosbuvir plus ribavirin and ABT-450/ritonavir, ABT-333, ribavirin combos seem effective
Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Glucose, Fructose Affect Cerebral Blood Flow Differently
Significantly greater reduction in hypothalamic cerebral blood flow after glucose versus fructose
Wednesday, January 02, 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

Fibromyalgia May Be Underdiagnosed, More So in Men
Patients meeting fibromyalgia research survey criteria found unlikely to receive diagnosis of fibromyalgia
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

Administering Chemo Ups Income for Non-Salaried Oncologists
More research needed to understand impact of financial incentives on cost, quality of care
Wednesday, January 02, 2013

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

Travel-Based Interventions May Be As Effective As Diet on BMI
Lowering either by even a small amount can reduce BMI over time
Tuesday, January 01, 2013

Low Insulin Secretion Tied to Depressive Symptoms in Women
Risk of new-onset depressive symptoms up for middle-aged women with lowest insulin secretion
Friday, December 28, 2012

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

Sustained Virological Response Lowers Mortality Risk in Hep C
All-cause, liver-related mortality down with SVR for patients with chronic hepatitis C, hepatic fibrosis
Friday, December 28, 2012

High Risk of Pulmonary Embolism Seen in Severe Asthma
Severe asthma, oral corticosteroid use are significant, independent risk factors for asthma
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

Early Menopause Tied to Greater Type 2 Diabetes Risk
BMI, waist circumference, and smoking do not significantly alter the association
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

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

FDA Recommends Against Drug to Treat Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Advisory committee considered new analysis of trial data originally submitted in 2009
Friday, December 21, 2012

Varizig Approved to Reduce Chickenpox Symptoms
To be used within four days of exposure
Friday, December 21, 2012

FDA Expands Tamiflu Use to Treat Babies Under 1 Year Old
However, dose must be calibrated to weight
Friday, December 21, 2012

Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes Released for 2013
New aspects of care include detailed guidelines for self-monitoring glucose, blood pressure goals
Friday, December 21, 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

Data Suggest Smoking Doesn't Impact RA Treatment Response
No differences in mean disease activity score in 28 joints based on smoking status
Thursday, December 20, 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

10th Annual Report Shows Gaps in Emergency Preparedness
Most states scored 6 or less on a score based on 10 key indicators of preparedness
Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Vertex Announces Boxed Warning on Hepatitis C Drug
Decision prompted by reports of fatal cases of serious skin reactions with telaprevir treatment
Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Lost Productivity ~20 Percent of Cancer Costs for Employees
Productivity losses of about 33.4 million disability days for 3.3 million employed persons with cancer
Wednesday, December 19, 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

Intensive Lifestyle Changes Do Raise Odds of T2DM Remission
Although overall remission rates are modest
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

Aerobic Exercise Optimal for Reducing Fat Mass, Body Mass
Combined approach with resistance training ups time commitment with no added loss
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

For Whiplash, Usual Care, Single PT Session Found Adequate
No added benefit of active management in ER; PT package more costly, modest early benefit
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Adalimumab Relieves Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Once-weekly adalimumab reduces pain, inflammation in moderate-to-severe disease
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Life Expectancy Has Increased With Drop in Air Pollutants
Drop in PM_2.5 from 2000 to 2007 tied to improved life expectancy, especially in urban areas
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Urine Calcium Excretion Not Linked to Cardiovascular Events
Higher UCaE not linked to overall rate of cardio events, mortality; tied to slightly lower rate of MI
Monday, December 17, 2012

U.K. Criteria May Better Stratify for Colorectal Neoplasia Risk
May better identify high-risk patients warranting a one-year clearing colonoscopy
Monday, December 17, 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

Tenofovir Effectively Treats Adolescents With Chronic HBV
Once-daily tenofovir treatment is effective and well tolerated, regardless of prior treatment
Friday, December 14, 2012

Predictors of Organ Damage Identified in Patients With SLE
Patient age, hypertension, and corticosteroid use are most important predicts of organ damage
Friday, December 14, 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

Dialysis-Requiring Acute Kidney Injuries on the Rise
Incidence and associated deaths increased considerably between 2000 and 2009
Thursday, December 13, 2012

HCV-Related Transplants Most Needed By Those Born 1941-60
Demand for liver transplants driven by HCV-associated hepatocellular carcinoma
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

Adults With Autism Report Worse Health Care Experiences
More likely to report unmet physical and mental health needs, use emergency department
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

Raising Taxes on Sugars, Fats May Be Viable Health Strategy
Food pricing strategies linked to pro-health outcomes in analysis of lower socioeconomic groups
Thursday, December 13, 2012

FDA: Chantix May Raise Risk for Cardiovascular Events
FDA advises consideration of risks and benefits
Thursday, December 13, 2012

Transplant of Ex Vivo Expanded Cord Blood Safe, Effective
Engraftment significantly improved in patients with hematologic cancers
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Care Based on Intracranial Pressure Not Superior in TBI
Outcomes similar for care based on maintaining intracranial pressure, imaging and clinical exam
Wednesday, December 12, 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

NSAIDs Exacerbate Exercise-Induced Small Intestinal Injury
NSAIDs induce gut barrier dysfunction in healthy athletes; extent of injury tied to barrier dysfunction
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

Benzodiazepines Linked to Higher Risk of Pneumonia
Benzodiazepine use also linked to increased 30-day and long-term mortality following pneumonia
Tuesday, December 11, 2012

NHANES Data Don't Support BPA, Chronic Disease Link
Use of cross-sectional data may not be appropriate for analyzing these associations
Tuesday, December 11, 2012

ASH: Adults With Sickle Cell Rely More on Emergency Care
Patients with sickle cell disease increasingly rely on emergency room after move to adult care
Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Compression-Only CPR Best for Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest
Results in better neurologically favorable one-month survival, compared to standard CPR
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

ASH: Extended Apixaban Cuts Risk of Recurrent VTE
Extending anticoagulation with apixaban 2.5 or 5 mg cuts risk without increasing major bleeding
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

ASH: More Intense Treatment Beneficial in Polycythemia Vera
Maintaining hematocrit of <45 percent linked to lower rate of cardio death, major thrombosis
Monday, December 10, 2012

No Evidence That Doping Enhances Athletic Performance
Literature review fails to find evidence that rHuEPO enhances performance
Friday, December 07, 2012

Liver Transplant Outcomes No Worse With Echo Abnormalities
Intracardiac shunts or pulmonary hypertension on echocardiogram don't affect mortality
Friday, December 07, 2012

Synergistic Risk of VTE for Women With PCOS Using the Pill
More than two-fold increased risk for women with PCOS who use combined oral contraceptives
Friday, December 07, 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

Shift Length Affects Nurse Well-Being, Patient Satisfaction
Nurses who work shifts of 10+ hours more likely to experience burnout, job dissatisfaction
Thursday, December 06, 2012

Socioeconomic Status Affects Cancer Trial Referrals
Patients of lower socioeconomic status less likely to be referred to early-phase cancer trials
Thursday, December 06, 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

Reports Raise Concerns About Antiseptic Product Contamination
Outbreaks can cause localized injection site infections, systemic infections, death
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

FDA Requests Removal of Generic Budeprion XL 300 mg
In head-to-head study, Budeprion XL 300 mg not bioequivalent to brand-name Wellbutrin XL 300 mg
Wednesday, December 05, 2012

Fungus Was Deadly Infection Source Following Tornado
CDC identified a lethal cluster of cutaneous mucormycosis cases among tornado survivors
Wednesday, December 05, 2012

Extended Sleep Time Linked to Reduced Pain Sensitivity
Increase in sleep time linked to improved daily sleep latency, tied to reduced pain sensitivity
Wednesday, December 05, 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

Stimulant Still Available for Sale Despite FDA Action
DMAA marketed as a dietary supplement
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

Predictors of QoL ID'd for Long-Term Lymphoma Survivors
Older age, comorbidity, negative perception of cancer's impact predict poor quality of life
Tuesday, December 04, 2012

Use of Clinical Decision-Support System Can Improve HIV Care
Improved CD4 count and clinical follow-up noted with interactive computer alert system
Tuesday, December 04, 2012

SAMHSA: >11,000 ER Visits for Synthetic Marijuana in 2010
Seventy-five percent of visits among those aged 12 to 29 years; no follow-up care for most
Tuesday, December 04, 2012

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

Sequential CT Screening Can Identify Indolent Lung Cancers
About 25 percent of incident cases ID'd on sequential low-dose CTs are slow growing, indolent
Tuesday, December 04, 2012

High Fructose Corn Syrup Availability Linked to Diabetes
Countries with high availability have 20 percent increased prevalence, regardless of obesity
Monday, December 03, 2012

United States at Tipping Point in Helping Smokers Quit
Cessation coverage now sub-par in many states
Monday, December 03, 2012

Post-Injury Blood Alcohol Inversely Tied to Mortality
Substantial drop in case fatality rates for patients with elevated blood alcohol concentration
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

Managing Erectile Dysfunction, Comorbid Diseases Linked
Management of ED may improve adherence, treatment outcomes, decrease health care costs
Friday, November 30, 2012

Noninvasive Method Improves Movement in Spinal Cord Injury
Paired noninvasive stimulation temporarily improves voluntary hand movement
Friday, November 30, 2012

Worse Outcomes for Total Joint Arthroplasty in RA Versus OA
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis have increased risk of dislocation after THA, infection after TKA
Friday, November 30, 2012

Model Predicts Flu Season Peak Seven Weeks in Advance
Based on data assimilation technique using data from the Web, flu peak predicted for New York City
Friday, November 30, 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

Analysis Seeks True Magnitude of Cryptorchidism Malignancy Risk
Nearly three-fold risk for testicular CA in isolated cryptorchidism, but significant heterogeneity noted
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

Parenteral Hydration No Benefit for Cancer Care in Hospices
In advanced cancer, parenteral hydration does not improve symptoms, QoL, or overall survival
Wednesday, November 28, 2012

RSNA: Patients Need to Be Educated About Breast Density
Patients willing to participate in research involving alternative screening modalities
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

Survival Benefit of Two Heart Failure Therapies Re-Examined
Studies examine aldosterone antagonists and renin-angiotensin system antagonists
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

RSNA: Impact of 2009 USPSTF Mammogram Guidelines Assessed
Two studies suggest changes to recommendations may lead to drop in screening, missed cancer
Tuesday, November 27, 2012

U.S. Suicides Increased 16 Percent From 2000 to 2010
Increase primarily attributable to suicide by hanging/suffocation and by poisoning
Tuesday, November 27, 2012

ECG Screening of Athletes in the U.S. Would Be Too Costly
Cost-projection model estimates such a program would cost more than $10 million per life saved
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

Barriers to the Launch of Accountable Care Identified
Six barriers encountered during early stages of development of accountable care organization
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

For Patients With ADHD, Lower Criminality Rates With Med Use
Rates significantly down for men, women with ADHD receiving meds versus nonmedication periods
Wednesday, November 21, 2012

CDC: Designated Airport Smoking Areas Pose Risk to All
Secondhand smoke risk is present in adjacent areas and can affect employees and travelers
Wednesday, November 21, 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

Review: Routine Physicals Don't Cut Morbidity, Mortality
One trial found that health checks linked to increase in number of new diagnoses
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

Safety-Net Hospital Care Good for Head, Neck Cancer
Surgical care provided to vulnerable population without increase in mortality, morbidity, costs
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

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

Heart Attack Risk Increases With Unemployment
Risk of acute myocardial infarction increases incrementally with more job losses
Tuesday, November 20, 2012

E. coli O157:H7 Not Found to Up Death, Cardiovascular Events
Cardiovascular disease, death not up for those with severe versus no gastroenteritis
Tuesday, November 20, 2012

YKL-40 Is Marker of Mortality in Hospitalized Patients
Elevated levels independently predict death, especially in first year, regardless of diagnosis
Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Energy Content of Fast-Food Menu Items Has Changed Little
Despite increase in number of items on menu, few changes in energy content from 1997 to 2010
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

Study Assesses Bidirectional Link for Diabetes, Depression
Stronger association seen for depression predicting onset of type 2 diabetes
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

Gender Influences Mental Health Literacy, Depression Perception
Males less likely to be perceived as having mental health disorder or ID depression in other males
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

Head Injury and Paraquat Exposure Up Parkinson's Risk
Exposure to both traumatic brain injury and paraquat linked to three-fold higher risk
Friday, November 16, 2012

U-Shaped Link for BMI at Diagnosis With Mortality in T2DM
Both normal weight and those with BMI over 35 kg/m² have higher mortality risk
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

CDC: U.S. Adults Consume About 100 Calories/Day From Alcohol
Men consume more calories from alcoholic drinks than women; drink more beer than other alcohol
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

Whole-Genome Sequencing Helps ID MRSA Outbreaks
Sequencing confirmed outbreak and MRSA carriage in case study from special care baby unit
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Graphic Pictorial Warning Labels on Cigarettes Most Effective
Pictorial images more effective than text-only for adult smokers with low health literacy
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Venous Thromboembolism Risk Up With Cisplatin-Based Chemo
Meta-analysis shows elevated relative risk for cisplatin-treated patients with advanced solid tumors
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Early End-of-Life Talks Can Reduce Aggressive Cancer Care
Discussing EOL plans prior to last 30 days of life linked to less aggressive, more hospice care
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Genitourinary Injuries Often Related to Consumer Products
Most injuries occur in men, highest prevalence among 18- to 28-year-olds
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Genetic Variants May Impact Link Between Vitamin D, Health
Risk of major health outcomes varies with minor alleles at SNP in vitamin D receptor
Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Meditation Linked to Lower Mortality, Heart Attack, Stroke
Transcendental meditation also lowers blood pressure, anger in African-Americans with CHD
Tuesday, November 13, 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

Social Network, Early Breast Cancer Prognosis Link Explored
Only women with small social network and low levels of support have increased mortality
Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Fasting Times Have Little Correlation With Lipid Levels
Little difference in total cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol with various fasting times
Monday, November 12, 2012

Lower Income More Strongly Linked to Albuminuria in Blacks
Trend toward stronger association with albuminuria may influence racial disparity in CKD
Friday, November 09, 2012

Lean Process Methods Expedite Care in Ischemic Stroke
Reduces door-to-needle time for tPA delivery without affecting symptomatic hemorrhage rate
Friday, November 09, 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

Predrinking Linked to Heavier Alcohol Consumption
Predrinking indirectly linked to more adverse outcomes via greater alcohol consumption
Friday, November 09, 2012

Black Tea Intake Tied to Low Diabetes Prevalence Worldwide
Data mining approach ID'd link between black tea and diabetes, but not other health indicators
Friday, November 09, 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

Statin Use at Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Lower Mortality
All cause, cancer-related mortality down by about 15 percent for statin users at time of diagnosis
Wednesday, November 07, 2012

Inflammation Marker Linked to Higher Cancer Mortality
In men, elevated high-sensitivity C-reactive protein levels linked to higher all-cause, cancer 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

Dietary Soy, Fiber Found Not to Prevent Menopausal Symptoms
No clinically significant effect seen, although some dietary quartiles were statistically significant
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

18% of Patients Who Smoke Light Up While Hospitalized
Younger patients with longer admissions more likely to smoke, despite being in smoke-free hospitals
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

HTN Risk Up for African-American Live Kidney Donors
More than 50 percent of those donors with hypertension are untreated
Tuesday, November 06, 2012

AHA: Infusion of apoA Induces Reverse Cholesterol Transport
HDL component immediately enhances biomarkers of early steps in reverse cholesterol transport
Tuesday, November 06, 2012

AHA: Social Cocaine Use Tied to Environment for Heart Attack
Users have higher systolic blood pressure, stiffer arteries, and thicker heart muscle walls
Tuesday, November 06, 2012

Sulfonylureas Up Cardio Events Versus Metformin
Sulfonylureas for initial treatment of diabetes linked to increase in composite of MI, stroke, death
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

QoL Up for Live Liver Donors Versus General Population
Correlates of reduced health-related quality of life include length of recovery, comorbidity
Tuesday, November 06, 2012

Telephone Call Intervention Helps Lower Blood Pressure
For patients with HTN in under-developed countries, weekly automated calls tied to drop in SBP
Monday, November 05, 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

Short Sleep Duration Found Not to Lead to Insulin Resistance
But, less sleep may predispose to overeating by different mechanisms in men and women
Friday, November 02, 2012

Major Illness Increases Venous Thrombosis Risk
Risk increases dramatically when combined with immobilization and/or thrombophilia
Friday, November 02, 2012

Sedentary Behavior Worsens Decline in Cerebral Palsy
Physical activity may improve muscle function and reduce chronic disease
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

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

Fenofibrate/Simvastatin Benefit in Dyslipidemia Explored
Combination treatment reduces triglycerides for all but atherogenic apoB48 only in dyslipidemic
Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Total Bilirubin Predicts In-Hospital Mortality in STEMI
For patients with STEMI undergoing PCI, in-hospital mortality is increased with high bilirubin
Tuesday, October 30, 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

Overweight, Obese Teens at Risk for End-Stage Renal Disease
Elevated BMI is a substantial risk factor for both diabetic and non-diabetic renal disease
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

Burden of Gastrointestinal Disease in U.S. Substantial
Abdominal pain is most common symptom prompting a visit; reflux most common diagnosis
Monday, October 29, 2012

Quitting Before 40 Avoids Most Excess Smoking-Linked Mortality
Mortality rates nearly three times higher for smokers; quitting before age 30 most beneficial
Monday, October 29, 2012

Prevalence, Risks for Sexual Dysfunction Vary by Veteran Age
Discrepancy observed between documented erectile dysfunction, prescriptions for ED
Friday, October 26, 2012

Differences in Sepsis Care Identified in Europe, U.S.
Raw mortality significantly higher in Europe, but after adjustment, similar mortality in Europe, U.S.
Friday, October 26, 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

Outpatient Urological Services Costs Up When Done in a Hospital
Wide variation in costs, but significantly lower at ambulatory surgery centers, physician offices
Thursday, October 25, 2012

Meta-Analysis: Antivirals Reduce Risk of Liver Cancer in Hep C
Meta-analysis shows preventive effect more pronounced for virological responders
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

Aspirin Improves Survival for CRC With PIK3CA Mutation
Use of aspirin after diagnosis ups cancer-specific, overall survival for patients with mutated PIK3CA
Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Decrease in CRC Resections Tied to Medicare-Covered Screening
Medicare payment for screening colonoscopy in 2001 linked to decreases in proximal resection
Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Four Factors Account for Most of Risk Linked to PAD in Men
Population-attributable risk for smoking, HTN, hypercholesterolemia, type 2 diabetes 75 percent
Tuesday, October 23, 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

Better Outcomes for Ventilation With Lower Tidal Volumes
Use of lower tidal volumes linked to improved clinical outcome for patients without ARDS
Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Genetic Predisposition to Diabetes Ups Risk of CVD
Each additional diabetes-risk allele associated with a 3 percent increased risk of cardio disease
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

Antihypertensive Medication Use, BP Control Up in U.S.
Multiple agent use up from 2001 to 2010; linked to increased likelihood of blood pressure control
Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Legume-Rich Diet Can Improve Glycemic Control in T2DM
Incorporation of legumes linked to improved glycemic control; lower coronary heart disease risk
Tuesday, October 23, 2012

HRT Not Recommended for Prevention of Chronic Conditions
Task force concludes that moderate harms of hormone replacement outweigh potential benefits
Monday, October 22, 2012

ACG: Death Rate From Upper GI Bleeding Decreasing
But overall economic burden increased over past two decades to $7.6 billion in 2009
Monday, October 22, 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

CHEST: More High-Risk Emboli for PE Presenting With Syncope
Presentation with syncope linked to large, high-risk emboli; more likely in recent air travelers
Monday, October 22, 2012

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

Higher Calcium Intake May Lower Risk of Hyperparathyroidism
Increased dietary calcium lowers risk of primary hyperparathyroidism in women
Friday, October 19, 2012

Sedentary Time Linked to Increased Diabetes Risk
Association also seen for increased risk of cardiovascular disease, CVD and all-cause mortality
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

Surgery Linked to Cardiac Death in Cancer Patients
Cardiovascular death significantly more common among cancer patients who undergo surgery
Wednesday, October 17, 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

Excess Mortality for Alcohol-Dependent, Especially Women
Predictors of time-to-death include detox treatment, dependence severity, self-rated health
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

Increased Substance Use Seen After Weight Loss Surgery
Frequency of alcohol use up 24 months after laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery
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

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

Electronic Health Records Improve Ambulatory Care
Based on composite of nine measures, EHR tied to higher quality of care in community-based setting
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Direct Link ID'd for Sleep Deprivation, Insulin Sensitivity
Short-term sleep deprivation reduces insulin sensitivity in adipocytes and peripheral tissue
Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Zonisamide 400 mg Enhances Weight Loss for Obese
But high incidence of gastrointestinal, nervous system, and psychiatric adverse events
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

Methotrexate Use Linked to Reduced Mortality in RA
Findings for methotrexate use of more than one year in cohort of patients followed for 25 years
Friday, October 12, 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

PCI Linked to Increased Platelet Reactivity
Increase observed after percutaneous coronary intervention despite antiplatelet therapy
Friday, October 12, 2012

Cardiovascular IED Infections Have Distinct Features, Outcomes
S. aureus endovascular infection cases have worse outcomes than coagulase-negative staphylococci
Friday, October 12, 2012

Gene Variant in Donors Affects Kidney Graft Survival
SNP in donor ABCB1 gene significantly increases risk of long-term graft failure
Friday, October 12, 2012

Add-On Therapy Doesn't Improve Weight Watchers' Results
Adding professional behavioral program doesn't improve weight loss outcomes for overweight adults
Thursday, October 11, 2012

Use of More Costly Diabetes Medications Varies Widely
Even within integrated VA system with set formulary and utilization management tools
Thursday, October 11, 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

Prior Alcohol Consumption Does Not Impair HCV Treatment
Pretreatment drinking patterns, total alcohol intake unrelated to sustained virological response
Thursday, October 11, 2012

Study Confirms Link Between Analgesic Use, Ovarian Cancer
Case-control study shows any analgesic, aspirin use may reduce risk of ovarian cancer
Thursday, October 11, 2012

Exercise Intensity Affects Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
Intensity of exercise plays a larger role than volume of physical activity in reducing risk
Thursday, October 11, 2012

Collaborative Infection Control Benefits All Regional Hospitals
Computer simulation reveals decrease in MRSA prevalence in all regional hospitals
Thursday, October 11, 2012

Impact of Negative News on Stress Reactivity Explored
Women exposed to negative news excerpts have better memory for them than men
Thursday, October 11, 2012

HIV Status Doesn't Influence Hodgkin's Lymphoma Outcome
In patients treated with ABVD chemotherapy, despite more extensive disease, worse prognosis
Thursday, October 11, 2012

New Image Analysis Technique Improves COPD Diagnosis
Parametric response map and CT images useful to diagnose COPD subtype, disease progression
Thursday, October 11, 2012

Increasing Stroke Incidence Noted at Younger Age
Findings in large Cincinnati-based, biracial population from 1993 to 2005
Wednesday, October 10, 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

Cannabis Relieves Muscle Stiffness in Multiple Sclerosis
Oral cannabis extract provides nearly twice the rate of relief of placebo; also beneficial for pain
Wednesday, October 10, 2012

HIV Mortality Decreasing, but Disparities Persist
Drop seen from 1993-1995 to 2005-2007, but rates remain unchanged for least-educated blacks
Tuesday, October 09, 2012

Belimumab Deemed Safe for Long-Term Treatment of Lupus
Over four years of exposure, adverse events were stable or declined
Tuesday, October 09, 2012

PCI Used Less in States With Public Reporting of Outcomes
Although there are no differences seen in overall mortality for Medicare patients admitted with MI
Tuesday, October 09, 2012

Proneurotensin Linked to Increased Disease, Death Risk
In women, levels also tied to risk of breast cancer
Tuesday, October 09, 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

Unsuspected PE Seldom Linked to Death in Cancer Patients
Increased mortality in patients with unsuspected pulmonary embolism usually due to underlying cancer
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

Pre-Op Factors Predict Post-Gastric Op Glycemic Response
Independent predictors include diabetes duration, BMI, fasting C-peptide concentrations
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

Dysphagia Not Tied to Post-Anterior Cervical Op Swelling
No correlation between degree of prevertebral soft-tissue swelling and postoperative dysphagia
Friday, October 05, 2012

Thin-Ideal Internalization Influenced by Genetic Factors
Significant genetic, non-shared environmental influences; shared environment has minimal effects
Friday, October 05, 2012

Inadequate Education ID'd As Barrier to Home Hemodialysis
Benefits for patients, but lack of education among patients and doctors barrier to implementation
Friday, October 05, 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

Wide Variation in Screening for Multidrug Organisms in ICUs
While MRSA is routinely screened for, screening for other resistant organisms lags behind
Friday, October 05, 2012

More Active Lifestyle Could Cut Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher levels of physical activity for men, lower levels of sitting time for women tied to lower risk
Friday, October 05, 2012

Lower Glaucoma Risk for Statin Users With Hyperlipidemia
Statin use lowers risk of open-angle glaucoma, progression to OAG, need for treatment
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

Increased Weight Cuts Death Risk in Rheumatoid Arthritis
But overweight, obese tied to increased risks of comorbidity, reduced quality of life
Thursday, October 04, 2012

C-Reactive Protein, Fibrinogen Slightly Improve Risk Modeling
Addition to current CVD risk models could prevent one event for every 400 to 500 screened over 10 years
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

Mexiletine Shows Promise for Rare Nondystrophic Myotonias
Improvement in patient-reported severity score of stiffness and quality of life with mexiletine
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

Digital Mammography Tops Screen-Film for Screening
Improves detection of DCIS and invasive cancer without increasing potential for overdiagnosis
Tuesday, October 02, 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

Increased VTE Risk Seen in Rheumatoid Arthritis Qualified
Risk does not vary with RA duration; risk post-hospitalization similar to general population
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

New Guidelines Issued for Management of Gout
Two-part guidelines include approaches to hyperuricemia; therapy, prophylaxis for acute gout
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

Higher Risk of Esophageal, Stomach Cancer With AIDS
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma rates down but carcinoma rates fairly constant from 1980 to 2007
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

Standards for Diabetes Education, Support Updated
Task force updates national standards for diabetes self-management education and support
Friday, September 28, 2012

History of Sexual Abuse Slows Response to Bariatric Surgery
Systematic review suggests less initial weight loss, but increased weight loss seen over time
Friday, September 28, 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

Many Support Financial Incentives for Organ Donation
Survey of Canadian public, health professionals, and people affected by kidney disease
Friday, September 28, 2012

Simple Form Identifies Ovarian Cancer Warning Signs
Quick, three-question survey helps identify six ovarian cancer warning signs in primary care setting
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

Trio of Studies Look at Impact of Sugary Drinks on Weight
Three studies show the magnitude of the impact of sugar-sweetened beverages on obesity
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

Guidelines Issued for Improving Outcomes for ICD Recipients
AHA scientific statement addresses educational, psychological outcomes for patients and families
Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Effect of Behavioral Intervention on Alcohol Misuse Evaluated
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force conducts systematic review and meta-analysis of the evidence
Monday, September 24, 2012

Leadership Inversely Associated With Stress Levels
Dose-response pattern seen within leaders; lower anxiety mediated by sense of control
Monday, September 24, 2012

Deaths Due to Poisoning, Suicide, Falls Up in Last Decade
During same period, 25 percent decrease seen in motor vehicle accident mortality
Monday, September 24, 2012

AHA: Poor Sleep Quality Linked to Resistant Hypertension
Women with resistant HTN have increased prevalence of poor sleep quality, depression
Friday, September 21, 2012

Skin Cancer Incidence Up After Pancreas Transplantation
Nonmelanoma skin cancers common after transplant, especially in recipients with prior skin cancer
Friday, September 21, 2012

Safe for Intravenous Catheters to Be Replaced As Needed
No difference in phlebitis incidence with clinically-indicated versus routine third-day replacement
Friday, September 21, 2012

Stress-Reducing Effect of Acute Exercise Persists
Anxiolytic effects of exercise resistant to exposure to negative or arousing emotional stimuli
Thursday, September 20, 2012

Health Benefits Seen for Moving to Less Poor Neighborhood
Improvements in subjective well-being from moving equal to difference of $13,000 in income
Thursday, September 20, 2012

AHA: Yogurt Consumption May Reduce Hypertension Risk
Adults who consume >2 percent of calories from yogurt have reduced risk versus non-consumers
Thursday, September 20, 2012

African-Americans Less Adherent to DASH Diet for Lowering BP
Greater DASH diet adherence linked to greater BP drop, independent of weight loss
Thursday, September 20, 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

Sequential Oral, Topical Tacrolimus Benefits Dermatitis
Pilot study shows benefits in assessments of atopic dermatitis disease control
Thursday, September 20, 2012

Nonmedical School Vaccination Exemptions Increasing
Exemption rate and average annual increase in rate higher in states with easy exemption policies
Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Alcohol-Related Esophageal Cancer Risk Is Reversible
Meta-analysis shows that risk from former drinking diminishes in 16.5 years
Wednesday, September 19, 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

A 5 Percent Reduction in BMI Could Alter U.S. Obesity Course
Obesity rates, obesity-related disease rates, and obesity-related costs could be improved by 2030
Wednesday, September 19, 2012

More Cardio-Related Life Years Lost at Extreme Temperatures
More years lost during heat waves than cold; effects of cold more prolonged than those of heat
Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Biomarkers Identified in Head and Neck Cancers
In two studies, survival predicted by HPV viral load and viral gene expression
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Gout Is Primary Indication in About 0.2 Percent of ER Visits
Increased propensity for emergency department use linked to age, gender, household income
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Hip Circumference Inversely Tied to Diabetes Risk
Association between height and diabetes significant only in women
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

VTE Risk Varies by Hormone Therapy Formulation
Highest VTE risk associated with oral estrogen-progestin formulations with medroxyprogesterone
Tuesday, September 18, 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

Premature Death Rate Higher in People Who Self-Harm
Death rate higher from both natural and external causes
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

Ethnic Variation Seen in Level of Pancreatic Triglycerides
Hispanics have highest level of pancreatic triglycerides, but lower insulin secretion
Monday, September 17, 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

Cancer Incidence and Mortality Declining for Hispanics
But, mammography, colorectal cancer screening, and Pap test use lower than for non-Hispanic whites
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

Mechanism of Smoking-Induced Insulin Resistance Elucidated
Nicotine induces mTOR activation; prevents IRS-1 phosphorylation which is tied to insulin resistance
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

Nicotine Replacement Doesn't Increase Cardio Risk After ACS
In year after acute coronary syndromes, no increase seen in cardiovascular events with NRT
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

Lung Transplant for CF Less Likely for Medicaid Recipients
For adults with CF, low socioeconomic status ups odds of not being accepted for transplant
Friday, September 14, 2012

'Choosing Wisely' Suggestions Should Improve Kidney Care
Five recommendations from American Society of Nephrology may cut spending, prevent harm
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

Meta-Analysis: Acupuncture Reasonable Chronic Pain Option
Effective relief for back and neck pain, osteoarthritis, and chronic headache
Thursday, September 13, 2012

Advertising Changes After Drug Switch to Over-the-Counter
After switch from prescription, less presentation of potential harms, generic names omitted
Thursday, September 13, 2012

European Review: Benefits of Mammograms Outweigh Harms
Over-diagnosis estimated at 6.5 percent; cumulative risk of false-positive result is 20 percent
Thursday, September 13, 2012

Diabetes Outcome Better for Patients With Empathetic Docs
Physician empathy correlates with clinical outcome for patients with diabetes mellitus
Thursday, September 13, 2012

Rare Cancer Syndrome Linked to Lower Diabetes Risk
Patients with PTEN mutations have greater insulin sensitivity but are also more likely to be obese
Wednesday, September 12, 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

Considerable Variation Seen for Medicare Cost-Saving Program
Savings range among practice groups included in the Medicare Physician Group Practice Program
Wednesday, September 12, 2012

No Superior Method of Adjusting Inhaled Steroids in Asthma
Time to treatment failure similar for physician-, biomarker-, symptom-based strategies
Tuesday, September 11, 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

Updated Guidelines Issued for 'Strep' Diagnosis, Treatment
Penicillin or amoxicillin recommended as first-line therapy for Group A streptococcal pharyngitis
Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Costs of Neck and Back Conditions Increasing in U.S.
Costs up 95 percent from 1999 to 2008; mainly due to increased costs for medical specialists
Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Antihypertensive Use in Pregnancy Increasing
Prevalence close to 5 percent; some medications contraindicated in pregnancy are still used
Monday, September 10, 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

Heavy Drinking Linked to Intracerebral Bleed at Young Age
Heavy alcohol intake predicts mortality in patients younger than 60 with nonlobar ICH
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

Early Prophylactic Tx Beneficial for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Beta blockers reduce exercise-triggered left ventricular outflow tract obstruction
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

Antiretrovirals Increasingly Used for HIV in the U.S.
Viral load has decreased and CD4 counts have increased in the past decade
Friday, September 07, 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

Genetic Counseling Doesn't Affect Pre-Diabetes Behavior
Doesn't significantly alter motivation, prevention program adherence for overweight at-risk adults
Thursday, September 06, 2012

Maternal Smoking Link to Teen Obesity Mediated by Fat Intake
Teens exposed to prenatal smoking have increased fat intake; lower amygdala volume
Thursday, September 06, 2012

Alzheimer's, ALS Death Rates Up for Football Players
Rates of Alzheimer's, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis about four times higher than in general population
Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Perfluorooctanoic Acid Level Tied to Cardiovascular Disease
Increased exposure linked to CVD, peripheral artery disease, independent of other confounders
Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Anthracycline, Trastuzumab for Breast CA Up Heart Failure Risk
Risk of heart failure and/or cardiomyopathy up for women with incident, invasive breast cancer
Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Combat Stress Affects Soldiers' Cognitive Function
Some functional and structural brain changes reversible, but others persist over the long term
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

Reciprocal Increased Risk of Parkinson's, Prostate Cancer
Similar reciprocal risk association found between Parkinson's disease and melanoma
Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Language Barrier Linked to Poorer Asthma Outcomes
Elderly asthma patients with limited English proficiency also have poorer medication adherence
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

No Increased Risk of Cancer With Biologics in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Use of biologic response modifiers for at least 24 weeks doesn't up overall, specific malignancy risk
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

Organic Food Does Not Seem to Be Nutritionally Superior
But organic foods less likely to contain pesticides; chicken, pork have less antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Addition of Tiotropium Effective in Poorly Controlled Asthma
Beneficial effect seen for patients with poorly controlled asthma despite standard therapy
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

Advanced-Stage Cancer Patients Often Reluctant to Exercise
Reasons include therapy-related symptoms; no recognition of effect on symptoms; lack of advice
Friday, August 31, 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

Effective Short-, Long-Term Weight-Loss Strategies Differ
Findings from secondary analysis of data for overweight/obese postmenopausal women
Friday, August 31, 2012

Even Normal Range Albuminuria Ups Cardiovascular Risk
Increased risk seen in type 2 diabetes; link lost with ACE inhibitors
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

Lung Cancer Risk Unaffected by Metformin Use in Diabetes
In nested-case control analysis, risk of lung cancer not lower in metformin-treated type 2 diabetes
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Novel Pathogenic Virus Identified in Missouri
Virus found in two patients who were bitten by ticks; seems to be a member of phlebovirus genus
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Prognosis Better for Exercise-Linked Cardiac Arrest
However, no benefit seen for patients 35 or younger with exercise-linked out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
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

Similar Rate of CV Events With Atenolol, Metoprolol Tartrate
Rates of incident heart attack, stroke, heart failure similar for newly medicated patients with HTN
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Resistance to Second-Line TB Drugs Is Common Globally
Nearly half resistant to at least one drug; 6.7 percent have extensively drug-resistant TB
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

Lacunar Stroke Outcomes No Better With Dual Antiplatelets
Clopidogrel plus aspirin doesn't reduce recurrent stroke risk; increases major bleeding and death
Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Dual Effects Noted for Alcohol and Energy Drink Co-Ingestion
Energy drinks up alertness, negate some sedation effects of alcohol; can cause overstimulation
Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Subclinical Atherosclerosis Noted in Diffuse Scleroderma
Significantly elevated carotid intima-media thickness, pulse wave velocity, stiffness index β
Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Long-Term Thrombosis Rates Similar for Drug-Eluting Stents
Similar rates of stent thrombosis seen at three years for zotarolimus- and sirolimus-eluting stents
Wednesday, August 29, 2012

No 30-Day Mortality Reduction With Intraaortic Balloon Pump
Findings in patients expected to undergo revascularization for MI with cardiogenic shock
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

Sleep Apnea Tied to Insulin Resistance in Young, Lean Men
Rise in insulin secretion noted after glucose load to maintain normal glucose levels
Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Functional Flow Reserve CT Improves Diagnosis of CAD
Diagnostic accuracy and discrimination improved for noninvasive FFR_CT plus CT versus CT alone
Tuesday, August 28, 2012

STEMI Mortality Down in France From 1995 to 2010
Decrease due to increase in reperfusion therapy, early use of meds, change in patient risk profile
Tuesday, August 28, 2012

New Class of Drugs Shows Promise for Heart Failure
Angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor lowers NT-proBNP levels more than valsartan
Tuesday, August 28, 2012

LABA Withdrawal Increases Asthma-Related Impairment
Study looks at patients with asthma controlled by long-acting a2-agonist plus an inhaled corticosteroid
Tuesday, August 28, 2012

New Diagnostic Definition of Myocardial Infarction Issued
Definition includes a rise and/or fall in cardiac biomarker values, preferably cardiac troponin
Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Obesity Up With Transition to Information-Based Society
Each 10 percent increase in investment in technology correlates with a 1.4 percent increase in obesity
Monday, August 27, 2012

For Patients With Prior MI, Vorapaxar Cuts Cardiac Events
Addition to standard antiplatelet therapy reduces thrombotic events, but increases bleeding
Monday, August 27, 2012

Mild Cognitive Decline in Nearly Half Lacunar Stroke Patients
Mild cognitive impairment also seen in those with minimal or no physical disabilities
Monday, August 27, 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

Stress Causes Lower INR in VTE Patients Not on Blood Thinners
Direction of effect on specific clotting factors varies with anticoagulation status in previous DVT patients
Friday, August 24, 2012

Outcomes Similar With Partial, Whole Breast Irradiation
Five-year outcomes, patterns of failure similar; excellent three-year outcomes post-recurrence
Friday, August 24, 2012

Muscle-Related Statin Effects Seem to Correlate With Potency
Fluvastatin is apparent exception to potency prediction of muscle-related adverse effects
Friday, August 24, 2012

Neti Pots Linked to Deaths From Amebic Infection
Two patients who died both used irrigation devices with N. fowleri-contaminated tap water
Thursday, August 23, 2012

New Decision Aid for Treatment of Herniated Disc Beneficial
Instrument meets high-quality patient-reported survey criteria of acceptability, reliability, validity
Thursday, August 23, 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

Bariatric Surgery Cuts Incidence of Type 2 Diabetes in Obese
Surgery especially effective for those with impaired fasting glucose
Wednesday, August 22, 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

At-Home Diode Laser Effective for Permanent Hair Reduction
Eight treatments with diode laser effective and safe for permanent hair reduction at one year
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

Evidence-Based Public Health Interventions Identified
American Heart Association IDs interventions to improve diet and exercise, cut smoking rates
Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Factors Tied to Photoprotection ID'd for Organ Recipients
Patient features and health care provider advice linked to sunscreen use and sun avoidance
Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Family Hx of Early Death Ups Risk of Early Cardiac Disease
Risk of cardiovascular disease before 50 up for those with family history of early cardiac death
Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Resting Heart Rate Predicts Overall, Cardiovascular Mortality
For patients at intermediate or high CVD risk, resting heart rate of ≥84 bpm is an additional risk factor
Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Study Identifies Sleep Apnea in 50 Percent of Women
Obstructive sleep apnea in women linked to age, obesity, hypertension, not daytime sleepiness
Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Prior Substance Abuse Linked to Opioid Abuse in Young Men
In young women, only prior marijuana use is associated with prescription opioid abuse
Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Post-Polyp Detection, CRC Risk ID'd by Colonoscopy Factors
Colonoscopy-related factors more important than polyp features for predicting CRC occurrence
Monday, August 20, 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

Prevalence of TB, Hepatitis C, HIV High Among Homeless
Review finds significant heterogeneity in prevalence estimates between different studies
Monday, August 20, 2012

ASA: Binge Drinking Confers Social Status at College
Binge drinking elevates prestige of lower status groups, increases social satisfaction
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

Yo-Yo Dieters Still Benefit From Weight Loss Efforts
Moderate and severe weight cyclers still benefit from lifestyle intervention, diet, and/or exercise
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

Delayed Gratification at Age 4 Predictive of BMI in Adulthood
Performance on preschool delay-gratification task accounts for 4 percent of variance in BMI
Friday, August 17, 2012

Study Finds Tobacco Use High in Developing Countries
About half of men use tobacco, women are starting to smoke earlier, quit ratios are low
Friday, August 17, 2012

Catastrophizing Doesn't Predict Low Back Pain Evolution
In routine practice, assessing baseline catastrophizing score not helpful
Thursday, August 16, 2012

Computer-Based Obesity Tx Programs Show Promise
Less effective than in-person session, but more effective than no or minimal intervention
Thursday, August 16, 2012

Benefit of PSA Reduced by Loss of Quality-Adjusted Life-Years
73 life-years, but only 56 QALYs gained by screening 1,000 men from age 55 to 69
Wednesday, August 15, 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

One-Hour Algorithm Safe for Rule-Out/Rule-In of Acute MI
Algorithm uses baseline and one-hour high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T levels
Wednesday, August 15, 2012

2008 to 2010 U.K. Recession Linked to Excess Suicides
About two-fifths of the recent increase in suicide in men likely attributable to rise in unemployment
Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Universal Domestic Violence Screening Not Beneficial
No improvement in physical or mental quality of life, health, or further partner violence
Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Cognitive-Behavioral Couple Therapy Reduces PTSD Severity
And, integrated treatment for PTSD and substance dependence reduces PTSD symptom severity
Tuesday, August 14, 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

Supplement Doses Inadequate for Androgen Deprivation Therapy
Calcium, vitamin D doses inadequate to prevent bone mineral density loss for men undergoing ADT
Monday, August 13, 2012

Regular Exercise in Middle Age Lowers Inflammatory Markers
An increase in physical activity further lowers C-reactive protein and interleukin-6 levels
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

Statin Benefits Outweigh Risk of Developing Diabetes
Diabetes risk only increased in those with one or more major risk factors
Friday, August 10, 2012

Reasons for Discontinuation Vary by Psoriasis Treatment
Frequency of each of 11 cited discontinuation reasons varies significantly by treatment
Friday, August 10, 2012

Underinsurance Tied to Higher Death Risk After Cardio Events
But no increase in mortality risk seen for black racial status after stroke, MI, coronary atherosclerosis
Friday, August 10, 2012

Self-Perceived Overweight in Teens Impacts Weight Gain
Normal-weight teens who feel overweight have larger weight gain in early adulthood
Friday, August 10, 2012

Psyllium Reduces Metabolic Syndrome Risk Factors
Fiber supplement linked to improved glucose levels, insulin response, blood pressure, lipid profile
Thursday, August 09, 2012

CDC Issues Revised Guidelines for Gonorrhea Treatment
Updated guidelines recommend injectable ceftriaxone, not oral cefixime, as first-line therapy
Thursday, August 09, 2012

No Increased Risk of Stroke After Spinal Fusion Surgery
Incidence of any, hemorrhagic, ischemic stroke down, but difference not statistically significant
Thursday, August 09, 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

Similar Mortality With Different TNF-α Inhibitor Therapies in RA
No mortality differences between adalimumab, etanercept, and infliximab in rheumatoid arthritis
Thursday, August 09, 2012

Vaccine Transiently Modifies Autoimmunity in Diabetes
Tuberculosis vaccine increases insulin production in patients with long-term type 1 diabetes
Thursday, August 09, 2012

Overcrowding Up in Hospitals With Large Minority Population
California hospitals serving large minority populations more likely to divert ambulances
Wednesday, August 08, 2012

Oral Corticosteroids Deemed Ineffective for Rhinosinusitis
No significant difference in symptom relief between steroid group and placebo group
Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Mortality Up for Normal-Weight Adults With Incident Diabetes
Compared with obese/overweight, risk of total, cardiovascular, noncardiovascular mortality up
Tuesday, August 07, 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

Limitations ID'd in Women's Breast Health in Pakistan
Women need more knowledge, screening; GPs need more education about breast cancer
Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Weight Training Lowers Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in U.S. Men
Second study shows physical activity linked to lower mortality risk for those with diabetes
Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Donor Obesity Ups Risk of Poor Pediatric Transplant Outcome
Severe obesity in donor increases risk of graft loss, mortality in pediatric liver transplant recipients
Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Skin Intrinsic Fluorescence Tied to Coronary Artery Disease
Association seen for middle-aged individuals with long duration of type 1 diabetes
Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Implantable Defibrillators Cut Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrests
ICDs account for one-third of decrease in OHCA with ventricular fibrillation as the initial rhythm
Monday, August 06, 2012

Celiac Disease Prevalence Is Less Than 1 Percent in the U.S.
Most cases of celiac disease are undiagnosed; few on gluten-free diet are clinically diagnosed
Monday, August 06, 2012

Unsuspected PE Does Not Up Mortality Risk in Cancer Patients
Unsuspected PE patients also have similar risk of recurrent VTE as those with clinically suspected PE
Monday, August 06, 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

Epicardial Fat Tissue Thickness Predicts Coronary Artery Disease
In asymptomatic patients, epicardial adipose tissue thickness of 2.4 mm or higher predicts CAD
Friday, August 03, 2012

Spray-Based Therapy Promising for Chronic Venous Leg Ulcers
Compared to vehicle, spray formulation of allogeneic neonatal keratinocytes, fibroblasts cuts wound area
Friday, August 03, 2012

Almost Half of U.S. Adults Have at Least One CVD Risk Factor
About 47 percent have high blood pressure, high levels of LDL cholesterol, and/or smoke cigarettes
Friday, August 03, 2012

Thigh Muscle Density Linked to Physical Functioning in RA
Rheumatoid arthritis characteristics account for most of the variability in thigh muscle density
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

Smokers Substituting Cigars, Loose Tobacco for Cigarettes
Uptake of other sources of tobacco blunts effect of tobacco tax
Thursday, August 02, 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

Hypertension Ups Retinopathy Risk With HCV Treatment
Screening for PegIFNα-associated retinopathy deemed cost-effective
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

Brain Connectivity Altered in Type 2 Diabetes
Patients have reduced functional connectivity in default mode network; linked to insulin resistance
Wednesday, August 01, 2012

Exercise Linked to Less Depression in Heart Failure
Lower depression scores at three and 12 months for patients randomized to exercise training
Wednesday, August 01, 2012

Ongoing Musical Activity Preserves Cognitive Function
Findings suggest early musical acquisition, recent musical engagement improve cognition
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

Cases of Delayed Anaphylaxis to Red Meat Described
Tick bite may induce allergy to mammalian meat, including beef, pork, lamb, and venison
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

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

Fifth Link Ups Neuro Outcome in Non-Hospital Cardiac Arrest
Use of multidisciplinary postresuscitation care in a regional center significantly improves outcome
Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Early Mediterranean Diet Benefits Arteries in Adulthood
Differences in adherence to Mediterranean diet in adolescence have lingering effects
Monday, July 30, 2012

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

CDC: Disparities Identified at All Stages of HIV Care
Younger patients and black patients least likely to be retained in care, have viral suppression
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

Quality of Life More Affected in Female Stroke, TIA Patients
Female stroke, transient ischemic attack patients more negatively affected than male patients
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

Good Long-Term Limb Salvage for Diabetic Foot Patients
Fewer major amputations; survival remains poor, especially with comorbid PAD, renal insufficiency
Friday, July 27, 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

Increased Risk of Vascular Events for Shift Workers
Review finds shift work correlates with increased risk of MI, ischemic stroke, all coronary events
Friday, July 27, 2012