HealthDay.com
Tools, Methods of RCTs Can Be Adapted to Real-World Settings
3 options described for applying approaches used in randomized controlled trials to real-world data
Many U.S. Adults View Marijuana Use Positively
81 percent believe marijuana has at least one benefit; 91 percent believe it has at least one risk
Majority of Those in Residential Care Have Advance Directives
Geographical differences seen, with percentage of residents with directives ranging from 65% to 88%
Diabetes Diagnosis May Impact Health Behaviors of Family
Small changes in health behaviors seen for partners of those newly diagnosed with diabetes
Coal and Oil Power Plant Pollution May Lower Fertility Rates
Findings based on pre-post study of coal and oil power plant retirements
11 Infant Deaths Halt Trial of Sildenafil in Pregnant Women
Aim of the trial was to improve blood flow to the placenta and promote fetal growth
Reduced Cognitive Function for Students During Heat Waves
Students with AC had increase in reaction time and reduction in throughput in two cognitive tests
Lowering Default Number of Pills Can Reduce Prescribed Opioids
Lowering the default number of pills prescribed in an EMR system effectively cuts amount prescribed
Parents’ Childhood Affects Their Children’s Behavioral Health
Adverse childhood events for parents, especially mothers, affects kids' emotional well-being
Physicians and Practices Should Prepare for Emergencies
Helpful strategies include developing a plan, knowing who will implement the plan, and staying flexible
