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Use of Watchful Waiting Up for Low-Risk Localized Prostate Cancer
From 2010 to 2015, use of active surveillance/watchful waiting increased in low-risk disease
Aspirin Underused for Advanced Colorectal Polyps
Only 42.6 percent of 84 patients with biopsy-proven advanced colorectal polyps were taking aspirin
ASA: Intensive BP Control Lowers Bleeding Risk in Stroke Patients
Findings seen among patients with ischemic stroke, high systolic BP receiving alteplase for thrombolysis
CDC: Screening Policies for Critical Congenital Heart Dz Widespread
All 50 states, D.C. have implemented screening policies; data collection efforts have lagged
Fractures Have Long-Term Impact on Quality of Life for Older Adults
Hip, spine fragility fractures tied to negative impact on mobility, self-care, ambulation
Financial Hardship From Medical Bills Common in ASCVD
Uninsured, low-income adults have highest burden of financial hardship from medical bills
ASA: Opioid Epidemic Tied to Infection-Related Stroke
Number of hospitalizations steady in 1993 to 2008, but increased significantly in 2008 to 2015
FDA Warns 17 Companies About Illegal Alzheimer Disease Products
The products are often sold on websites and social media and may be ineffective, unsafe
Congo Ebola Outbreak Claims Nearly 100 Children’s Lives
Number of new cases surged in January, from about 20 a week to more than 40
Racial/Ethnic, Income Variation ID’d in the Opioid Epidemic
Study, two research letters describe opioid prescribing trends and interactions with race, age
