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FDA Puts New Restrictions on Contraceptive Implant Essure
Patients and physicians must sign acknowledgment of risks, benefits of implantation
No Reduced CVD Risk for SBP <120 mm Hg in Type 2 Diabetes
Increased risk of CVD for achieved systolic blood pressure of <120 versus <130 or <140 mm Hg
Caffeine Therapy for Apnea of Prematurity Safe Over Long Term
No negative effects seen in neurobehavioral outcomes after 11 years
Education, Depression, Pain Associated With Opioid Misuse
Illicit drug use also a significant predictor of misuse in adults ≥50 taking opioids for chronic pain
Exercise Best Defense for Those at Genetic Risk for CVD
Benefit of exercise against cardiovascular disease notable even among those at high genetic risk
Number of IUD Insertions Up After ACA Contraceptive Mandate
Increase in use depends on the amount of reduction in out-of-pocket costs
Metabolic Syndrome Common in Patients With Lupus
However, findings show that frequency of metabolic syndrome similar to the general population
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Tied to Risk of Mental Health Issues
Further, there is increased risk of ADHD and autism spectrum disorder in their children
Considerable Differences in Burden of Disease at State Level
Increasing burden of various diseases depending on state; overall death rates declined
Suggestions Offered to Reduce Physician Frustration With EHRs
Eight suggestions include providing individualized optimization training to personalize EHR settings
