NT-proBNP Improves Heart Failure Prediction in T2DM
Meaningful improvement in five-year risk-predictive performance with addition of NT-proBNP
Type of Plant-Based Diet Affects Risk of Coronary Heart Disease
Unhealthful plant-based diet index tied to increased coronary heart disease risk
Pregnancy-Related Mortality Ratio 17 Deaths Per 100,000
Increases in pregnancy-related mortality ratios with maternal age, and racial-ethnic disparities persist
Better Prognosis With Surgery for HPV-Linked Oropharyngeal SCC
Higher survival seen for patients in low-risk category versus intermediate-, high-risk groups
Infants With Potential Zika Exposure Should Have Eye Exam
All infants with potential exposure to the virus need screening eye examination, researchers say
AAIC: Daily Crosswords Linked to Improved Cognition in Later Life
Regular puzzlers score better on tests of cognitive function, researchers find
Parents May Be Unclear on Teens’ Vaccination Needs
More than one in three don't know when their teen's next vaccination is due, survey finds
Risk of Heart, Respiratory Disease Up in 9/11 Survivors
Intense exposure on first day of disaster tied to substantially increased risk of future disease
Patient-Centered Communication Could Help Reduce Burnout
ICARE method, including collaboration, can be used for effective communication with patients
Few Americans Aware of Possible Increased Risk This Tick Season
Findings from poll conducted June 23 to 27, surveying 2,031 U.S. adults
