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North American Spine Society, Oct. 14-17
The North American Spine Society 30th Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the North American Spine Society was held from October 14 to...
Longer QRS Duration Predicts Cardiac Death, Heart Attack
Findings in patients with known, suspected coronary artery disease
‘Failure Mode and Effective Analysis’ Ups Error Awareness
Increase in reported errors, reduction in severity of errors with application of FMEA in PICU
Depressive Symptoms Common Among Youths With Diabetes
Depressive symptoms more frequent than diagnosed depression for youths with T1D and T2D
ASTRO: Men’s Health Supplements No Use in Prostate CA
No reduction in risk of distant metastasis, cancer-related deaths, radiation-linked adverse effects
Insulin Dose Doesn’t Up Mortality in ACCORD Trial
No significant association remained after adjustment for baseline covariates
Greater Breast CA-Specific Distress for Girls With Family Hx
No difference in psychosocial adjustment for girls with versus without family history of breast cancer
Excessive Drinking Cost U.S. $249 Billion in 2010
Most costs attributable to lower worker productivity, crime, treatment of health problems
Only Some Energy Drinks Change Endothelial Function
Caffeine content does not seem to be responsible for these changes
Majority of Older Adults Want Active Role in Decision Making
More than two-thirds of older adults self-manage their health care activities
