ACOG Issues Guidelines for Teen Contraception Counseling
Ob-gyns should address contraceptive needs, expectations, and concerns, regardless of patient age
CVD Risk Factors May Be Altered in Transgender Adults
Cross-sex hormone therapy linked to potential worsening of CVD risk factors in transgender adults
Mental Stress Tied to Abnormal Left Atrial Electrophysiology
Larger percentage of patients with left atrial abnormality obtained at stress, recovery versus rest
Lack of Training Linked to Cancer Patient Caregiver Burden
Correlation between training and burden was partially mediated by confidence
Morphine Effects Similar to Placebo in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Anti-hyperalgesic effects of morphine also similar to placebo in chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia
Bariatric Surgery Delay Can Result in Worse Outcomes
Best results seen for those with preoperative BMI of less than 40 kg/m², researchers say
SAMHSA: Opioid Abuse Up Among Older Adults
Rates have doubled in people over 50, report says
New Alcohol Screening, Brief Intervention Manual Developed
Manual was created through partnership between AAFP, Baylor College of Medicine; supported by CDC
AOSSM: New Surgical Option for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears
Arthroscopic superior capsule reconstruction restores shoulder function, aids return to sports, work
AHA Hands-Only CPR Training Kiosks Available at More Airports
Kiosks that provide five-minute sessions are now in seven air travel hubs, AHA says
