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Arthritis Patients Needing to Shelter in Place Require More Support
Survey finds many experiencing increased symptoms, less physical activity, emotional issues
U.S. Filipinos Have Higher Thyroid Cancer Mortality
Age-adjusted mortality rates higher than in non-Filipino Asians, non-Hispanic whites
Increased Risk of Complications With Bariatric Surgery
Lower risks of obesity-related comorbidities but increased risk for complications versus medical tx
Older Adults With Hearing Loss Have Lower Patient Activation
Even those with 'a little trouble' hearing have higher risk for low activation than those with 'no trouble'
Better Patient Communication Needed After Urgent Care
Survey results also show patients value their relationship with their primary care physician
Diabetes Consultation Model Helps Patient Involvement in Care
Majority of patients reported shared decision making; they felt more involved and it was widely appreciated
Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup
Here is what the editors at Physician's Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of...
First Test to Detect Zika in Blood Donations Approved
Not designed to diagnose the infection, however
Thrombosis Odds Up With Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffolds
BVSs linked to increased risk of MI, target lesion revascularization and failure versus metallic stents
Knee Pain, Functional Impairment Associated With Depression
In elderly Japanese, difficulty putting on, taking off socks, pain at night linked to depressive symptoms
