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Heart Rate Wristbands Often Display Inaccurate Data
In test of 4 models, 2 provided 'suboptimal' readings during exercise; none as accurate as chest strap
ASA: High Adherence to MIND Diet May Benefit Stroke Survivors
Following the diet is associated with a slower rate of global cognitive decline among stroke survivors
Ob-Gyn Preventive Care Often Skips General Services
Lipid testing provided in only 2.8 percent of ob-gyn preventive visits
Larger Women Have Nearly Three-Fold Higher Risk of A-Fib
Risk of atrial fibrillation rises along with body size, but remain low overall, researchers say
Exclusion of Doctors From Public Health Insurance Up 2007 to 2017
Fraud, health crimes, substance abuse exclusions increased 20 percent per year from 2007 to 2017
Financial Incentives May Up Rates of Smoker Abstinence
Redeemable deposits, rewards superior to free cessation aids with respect to sustained abstinence
Regular Text Messages Could Help Patients With CHD
Patients saw improvements in cholesterol, blood pressure, weight
Adults More Inclined to Take Tea, Pill for Hypertension
Preferences indicate people would rather take daily pill or tea to prolong life rather than exercise
Smoke-Free Policies Linked to Lower Systolic Blood Pressure
Lower systolic BP found for those living in areas with public smoke-free policies
Patient Satisfaction With Doctors May Be on the Rise
Physician's expertise, time spent in exam room, and online access to info were key factors in trend
