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Black Men Have Higher Breast Cancer Rates for All Subtypes
Black-white patterns in subtype-specific breast cancer incidence rates differ for men and women
Frailty May Worsen Outcomes in Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury
Frailty may predict poor postoperative outcomes, particularly in tSCI patients younger than age 75
Severe Maternal Morbidity, Mortality Both Up in Rural Areas
Clinical factors together with social determinants of health pose challenge for rural communities
Benzodiazepines With Opioid Agonist Tx May Up Mortality Risk
Coprescription of z-drugs with OAT also linked to increased risk for drug-related poisoning mortality
SABCS: Anastrozole Tied to Lasting Reduction in Breast Cancer Risk
Breast cancer risk significantly lower at median follow-up of 131 months; effect continued after treatment
E-Cigarette Use Independent Risk Factor for Chronic Lung Disease
Odds of developing respiratory disease higher for dual users of e-cigarettes, combustible tobacco
Rates of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Remain High in U.S.
Highest rates of neonatal abstinence syndrome seen in lowest income quartile, rural areas, Northeast
Consuming Ultraprocessed Food May Up Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Significant links persisted after adjustment for markers of nutritional quality, metabolic comorbidities
Outcomes Worse for Rural Residents With Chronic Conditions
Higher preventable hospitalization and mortality rates partly due to reduced access to specialists
Many Lung Cancer Patients Receive Meds That Prolong QTc Interval
Receipt of these medications prolonging corrected QT interval limits patients' eligibility for clinical trials
