Modified SOAP Ups Student Awareness of Health Care Costs
Modification of traditional SOAP presentation to include discussion of value helps medical students
β-Blockers May Up Risk of Surgical Complications for Some
Heightened risks of cardiovascular complications seen during non-cardiac surgeries
Providers Must Understand Legal Limits of Telemedicine
Providers should ensure they hold proper medical license and have medical liability coverage
September 2015 Briefing – Cardiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cardiology for September 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Earlier HRT May Pose Lower CHD Risk for Menopausal Women
Starting treatment around onset of menopause seems to lower threat to heart
Strategies Provided for Improving EHR Efficiency
Tips include educating staff about preferences and processes, using own templates to reduce editing
Long Duration Dual Antiplatelet Treatment Increases Bleeding
However, leads to small decrease in stent thrombosis, myocardial infarction after stent
Angioedema Induced by New Classes of Drugs
Angioedema occurs with DPP IV or neprilysin blockers; bradykinin contribution seems likely
Negative Spiritual Belief Linked to Worse Health Outcomes
Link seen for individuals with heterogeneous health conditions, regardless of positive spiritual beliefs
More Support for High-Fiber, Mediterranean Diet
Beneficial effects for plant-based diet but not limited to vegetarian or vegan diets
