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Monthly Archives: January 2016

Despite advances in medical technology

Stethoscope Still Valuable Despite Technological Advances

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Despite increase in point-of-care ultrasound training, high risk of misdiagnosis for inexperienced
For patients with atherothrombotic stroke

Pre-Stroke Aspirin Use May Reduce Stroke Severity

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Less stroke severity for aspirin users versus nonusers with large artery atherosclerosis
For patients with dementia

Traditional Foods Can Bring Joy to Dementia Patients

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Traditional foods create feeling of belonging and joy; boost patients' sense of well-being
A report published online Jan. 13 in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Emerging Infectious Diseases highlights a 2013 pertussis outbreak among mainly vaccinated preschool-aged children.

Pertussis Outbreak Described in Preschool in Tallahassee

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Within preschool, only five children had not received complete series of vaccinations
Foreign-born students in the United States have a higher case rate of tuberculosis than other foreign-born individuals

Foreign-Born Students in U.S. Have Higher Case Rate of TB

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Students identified by screening more likely to be diagnosed within six months of arrival in U.S.
The challenges facing trauma care providers can put them at risk for compassion fatigue and burnout

Compassion Fatigue May Be Underestimated by Trauma Teams

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Acknowledging it is a key to coping, researchers say
A growing number of teens

Incidence of Nephrolithiasis Rising in Teens, Blacks

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Researchers also report growing number of cases among women and children
Foods rich in flavonoids are associated with reduced risk of erectile dysfunction

Flavonoid-Rich Diet Tied to Lower Erectile Dysfunction Risk

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Flavonoids may help preserve the health of blood vessels
A physician's body language may reveal racial bias against seriously ill black patients

Nonverbal Cues May Reveal a Physician’s Racial Bias

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Doctors need to be aware of any unintentional biases they may be communicating
U.S. patients whose health insurance plans have high deductibles undergo fewer diagnostic imaging tests

Diagnostic Imaging Down With High Deductible Health Plans

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Patients may not be equipped to discern which tests are medically necessary