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The characteristics of the signal in user feedback of adverse events associated with medical devices and the situated context of decision makers correlate with judgement bias in reacting to these adverse events

Judgement Bias in Medical Device Recall Decisions

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Decision makers in firms either over-react or under-react, researchers say
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Overall, 8.8 Percent of U.S. Population Uninsured in 2016

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In first nine months of 2016, 12.3 percent of adults aged 18 to 64 and 5 percent of children uninsured
Many over-the-counter melatonin products are inaccurately labeled

Wide Variation Found for Amount of Melatonin in Supplements

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Almost three-quarters of supplements tested were misleadingly labeled
Female athletes appear to be more likely than males to suffer concussions during their careers on the field

AAN: Females at Higher Risk for Sports-Related Concussions

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During study, 23 percent of the women and 17 percent of the men had at least one concussion

February 2017 Briefing – Emergency Medicine

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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Emergency Medicine for February 2017. This roundup includes the...
Antithrombotic drug use is associated with increased risk of subdural hematoma

Subdural Hematomas Rising Alongside Antithrombotic Use

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Highest odds of subdural hematoma for combined use of vitamin K antagonist and antiplatelet drug
Exposure to neuraminidase inhibitors during pregnancy is not associated with adverse neonatal outcomes or congenital malformations

Exposure to Neuraminidase Inhibitors in Utero Not Harmful

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No increased risks of adverse neonatal outcomes or congenital malformations with in utero exposure

American Stroke Association, Feb. 22-24

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The American Heart Association's International Stroke Conference The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's annual International Stroke Conference was held from Feb. 22 to...
For physicians across specialties

Physician Burnout Eroding Sense of Calling

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Physicians who are completely burned out have lower odds of six validated aspects of sense of calling
While there's little evidence that herbal medications are safe or effective to treat cardiovascular conditions

Doctors Need to Discuss Herbal Medication Use With CVD Patients

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While popular among patients, they haven't been proven safe or effective in clinical trials