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Variations Identified in Free-Text Directions in E-Prescriptions
However, more than half of all prescriber's patient directions could be categorized into 25 concepts
Medicare Program Narrows Racial Disparities in Readmissions
However, gaps remain between whites, blacks at minority-serving hospitals and others
March 2018 Briefing – Pulmonology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pulmonology for March 2018. This roundup includes the latest...
Grief Symptoms Similar in Donor vs Non-Donor Decision Families
Families making decision not to donate relative's organs experience lower quality communication
Simple Lung Function Tests in Primary Care Help ID Early COPD
Peak flow meter, microspirometry are optimal, with full spirometry for positive results
Receptivity to Tobacco Ads Linked to Progression to Use
For adolescents, receptivity was highest for e-cigarette ads and was linked to trying cigarettes
Rate of MI, Stroke Higher After Respiratory Infection
Substantially increased risk of myocardial infarction, stroke in week after S. pneumoniae or influenza
Lag in Progress Against Lung CA Mortality in Midwest, Appalachia
Findings based on rates among women versus steady decline seen nationally
Novel Interstitium Has Been Identified in Human Tissues
Structure demonstrated to be part of the submucosa, supported by network of thick collagen bundles
Use of E-Cigarettes May Hurt Efforts to Quit Smoking
Findings based on a study of patients trying to quit smoking following hospital discharge