T2DM Predicts Mortality in Patients With Heart Failure
Type 2 diabetes mellitus predicts mortality, regardless of presence of ischemic heart disease
No Long-Term Health Issues for Infants With Isolated Oral Clefts
However, cleft palate associated with increased risk for developmental problems
Review Links C-Section With Increased Risk of Postpartum VTE
Meta-analysis shows increased risk is greater after emergency cesarean than after elective cesarean
Long-Term Tx Adherence Low in Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis
Internet-based reporting intervention improves adherence to treatment with topical fluocinonide
Disabling Injury, Illness Less Likely for Elderly Who Exercise
And likely to recover more quickly if injury or illness occurs
USPSTF Recommends BP Screening for Preeclampsia
Substantial net benefit for preeclampsia screening with BP measurements throughout pregnancy
Improved Adult Lung Function Linked to Childhood Farm Life
First study to report beneficial effects of growing up on a farm on adult FEV1
Negative Effects Seen With Video Gaming 9+ Hours/Week
Benefits seen with one hour a week, but behavioral problems appear to rise at nine hours a week
Both Statin, Non-Statin Therapies Effective for Lowering LDL
Dietary changes, other meds, and even surgery can lower cardiovascular risk similarly to statins
Achieving Optimal Medical Tx Before PCI Beneficial in CAD
Significant reduction in subsequent cardiac events for patients achieving OMT before stent implantation
