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A higher resting heart rate may indicate higher risk of premature mortality

Higher Resting Heart Rate Tied to Higher Risk of Mortality

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But more research is needed before this can used as a marker, researcher says
Young women who survive a myocardial infarction (MI) or ischemic stroke continue to face an increased mortality risk -- or another MI or stroke

Risk of Second Event High for Young Women After MI, Stroke

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Odds of another event and mortality are significantly increased, researchers say
Three-quarters of first-time expectant mothers plan to follow the recommended vaccination schedule for their children

Many First-Time Mothers Need More Accurate Vaccine Info

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11 percent intend to spread out the recommended inoculations, survey finds
CYP2C19 polymorphism impacts response to proton pump inhibitor treatment in gastroesophageal reflux disease

CYP2C19 Polymorphism Impacts Response to PPI Tx in GERD

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Meta-analysis shows lower efficacy rates to proton pump inhibitors for rapid metabolizer genotype
Blackcurrant juice consumption with low or high vitamin C content is not associated with photoprotection against ultraviolet radiation

Blackcurrant Juice Doesn’t Provide Photoprotection

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Juice with low or high vitamin C content not linked to photoprotection against UV radiation
A citywide colon cancer control coalition can increase colorectal cancer screening and address health disparities

Citywide Colon Cancer Control Coalition Ups Screening in NYC

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Efforts of coalition increased screening colonoscopy from 42 percent in 2003 to almost 70 percent in 2014
The first case of computed tomography-guided percutaneous revascularization of coronary occlusion in man using a wearable

Novel Case of CT-Guided Percutaneous Revascularization

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First case of successful revascularization of occluded vessel using wearable computer display
The Bowel Function Index is a simple assessment tool for opioid-induced constipation

Bowel Function Index Valid for Opioid-Induced Constipation

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Three-item index is psychometrically valid, responsive to symptom severity
Unexplained persistent hyperandrogenic anovulation can be used to diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents

Review Addresses Diagnosis of PCOS in Adolescents

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Hyperandrogenemic anovulation for ≥2 years distinguishes PCOS from physiologic anovulation
Findings from a National Transportation Safety Board investigation into a train derailment highlight the importance of diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea

Fatal Train Derailment Likely Due to Undiagnosed Sleep Apnea

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Findings from NTSB suggest train engineer fell asleep while operating train