CDC: U.S. Cancer Mortality Rate Continues to Fall
But there's been a concerning increase in liver cancer
Parents Often Report Medical Errors in Peds Inpatient Care
Thirty percent of medical errors were identified as preventable adverse events
CPAP Improves Glycemic Control in Patients With T2DM, OSA
Findings in patients with suboptimally controlled type 2 diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea
Physicians’ Contracts Can Affect Patients, Professionalism
Problematic clauses in contracts include blanket confidentiality clauses, termination without cause
Vitamin D Not Beneficial for Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Supplements don't slow disease progression or ease pain, even in patients with low levels of the vitamin
Experimental Study Supports Health Effects of ‘Bromances’
Study in rats extends previous findings demonstrating positive effects
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, March 4-7
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology The annual meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & and Immunology was held...
Review IDs Care Gaps for Teens With Chronic Conditions
Care gaps relate to patient characteristics, including demographics, disease-related characteristics
Low Testosterone Predicts Mortality in Advanced Liver Disease
Both low testosterone, sarcopenia tied to increased mortality; low testosterone is better predictor
Opportunities for Healthy Diet, Exercise Influence Behaviors
Feasible opportunities for healthy diet and activity linked to intentions, behaviors, and BMI
