Peri-Op RBC Transfusions Linked to Postoperative VTE
Perioperative red blood cell transfusion linked to increased adjusted odds of VTE, DVT, PE
E-Cigarette Flavorings May Impair Vascular Function
Increased inflammation and a loss of nitric oxide seen in endothelial cells
Work Stress May Increase Risk of Developing Atrial Fibrillation
Job strain linked to increased risk of incident atrial fibrillation
Exposure to Maternal HTN May Up Risk of ASD, ADHD in Child
Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy linked to risk of poorer neurodevelopmental outcomes in offspring
Higher Blood Pressure at Mid-Life Increases Dementia Risk
Findings for those with systolic BP ≥130 mm Hg at age 50 years
Many Working Americans Obtain Unhealthy Foods at Work
These foods are often high in empty calories, sodium, refined grains; low in whole grains, fruit
Female Teens, Young Adults Not Getting Enough Exercise
Disparities by race and income levels were seen among national sample
Older Age, ICU, Poor Renal Fcn Up Risk of Opioid OD in Hospital
For hospitalized patients, risk also increased for those receiving three or more CNS antidepressants
How Do Business Partner Data Breaches Affect Your Practice?
Business associate agreements should be prioritized; collaborative policies can help patch attacks
USPSTF: No to ECG Screening to Prevent CVD in Low-Risk Adults
And evidence insufficient to recommend ECG screen for asymptomatic adults at intermediate or high risk
