Automated Alarm IDs Inpatients at Risk for Sudden Decline
Automated detection of impending clinical deterioration linked to lower mortality within 30 days after an alert
HTN Visits Vary for Adults Living in Urban, Rural Residences
Higher proportion of physician visits included hypertension for adults living in rural, small-medium metro areas
AHA: Patient CPR Outcomes Similar With COVID-19 Precautions
No negative impact on survival found with additional safety precautions for health care personnel during COVID-19
COVID-19 Infection Higher Among Support Staff Than Doctors, Nurses
Black and Latino workers have twice the odds of a positive virus or antibody test
Disparities Seen in Internet Access for Those With Chronic Conditions
Internet use lower among those with hypertension and diabetes and among Blacks and Hispanics
AHA: CVD Risk Often Unaddressed for Transgender Population
Of those receiving gender-affirming hormone therapy, many have CV risk factors and are not receiving appropriate therapies
AHA: Young Adults With CVD Have Low Flu Vaccination Rates
Prevalence of flu vaccination lower among adults aged 18 to 34, 35 to 44 years with versus without history of MI
AHA: Remote Cardiac Rehab Is Effective Alternative to On-Site Programs
Two studies show no significant reduction in patient acceptance, adherence to virtual CR; remote CR as effective as outpatient CR
AHA: PTSD Tied to Ischemic Heart Disease in Female Veterans
Findings most pronounced in younger women and racial and ethnic minorities
Medicare Outpatient Premium to Rise
Monthly premium for outpatient care will rise by $3.90 next year
