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Large screens are more effective for promoting the hedonic (perceived attractiveness) and pragmatic (perceived control) qualities of smartwatches

Screen Size, Shape Affect User Perception of Smartwatches

Large screens are more effective for promoting hedonic and pragmatic qualities of smartwatches
Half of repeat antibiotic dispensings in Australia are used to extend the initial course

Half of Repeat Antibiotics in Australia Extend Initial Rx

More than one in five occur at least one month after the initial prescription
It may be safe to switch from broad- to narrow-spectrum antibiotic coverage once hospitalized patients with healthcare-associated pneumonia reach clinical stability

Narrow-Spectrum Abx Feasible in Healthcare-Associated Pneumonia

Findings among clinically stable inpatients with healthcare-associated pneumonia

Challenged Urine Bicarbonate Excretion Tied to CFTR Function in Cystic Fibrosis

Higher urine bicarbonate excretion linked to better lung function, pancreatic sufficiency, lower relative risk for chronic pseudomonas infections

Biden to Expand Access to Health Care for Immigrants Brought Illegally to U.S. as...

DACA participants have not had the opportunity to obtain health insurance as they do not meet the definition of having 'lawful presence' in the United States

Lung cancer surgery patients who are either underweight or severely obese appear to have higher rates of complications and mortality following surgery

Weight Appears to Impact Outcomes Post Lung CA Surgery

Both underweight and very obese had the highest odds for complications
Thirty percent of female physicians face sexual harassment on the job

Sexual Harassment Experienced by One-Third of Female Doctors

And two-thirds say they experience gender bias in workplace
For patients with stable coronary artery disease

Depressive Symptoms Linked to Functional Status in CAD

Patients with class II, III, or IV functional status have increased risk of hospitalization for heart failure

Adverse Outcomes Up With Medical Consult Before Elective Surgery

Higher odds seen for one-year mortality, inpatient stroke, in-hospital mechanical ventilation, 30-day emergency department visits for patients undergoing preoperative medical consult