Recommendations Issued for Imaging Use in Multiple Myeloma
Low-dose whole-body CT recommended over conventional skeletal survey for detection of bone disease
USPSTF Addresses Screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
One-time ultrasound screening recommended for men aged 65 to 75 who have ever smoked
One in Five Have Mental Health Issues in Conflict-Affected Areas
Sustainable mental health care needed in conflict-afflicted countries, the authors say
Rheumatoid Arthritis Remission Cuts Risk for CV Complications
Maintenance of remission in rheumatoid arthritis lowers risk for subclinical, clinical atherosclerosis
Cognitive Consequences Worse for Pediatric-Onset Multiple Sclerosis
Patients with POMS have more rapid reduction in information-processing efficiency over time
Abdominal Obesity May Raise Risk for Psoriasis
High waist circumference, regardless of overall body mass index, tied to higher risk
Many Young Children Treated in ED for Injuries From Personal Care Products
During 15-year study period, 64,686 children younger than 5 treated in emergency departments
Overall Cancer Survival Rates Up Among Adolescents, Young Adults
However, survival disparities still observed by stage, race/ethnicity, and socioeconomic status
Patterns of Inpatient Opioid Use Linked to Long-Term Use
Outpatient use at 90 days was seen for 5.9 and 3.0 percent of patients with and without inpatient use
Coronary Artery Calcium Levels in Middle Age Tied to LV Function
Greater change in CAC score during follow-up linked to higher LV mass index in blacks, but not whites
