Mammography Use Tied to Other Preventive Tests in Older Women
False-positive screening not tied to differences in receipt of other preventive services
Sleep Apnea Linked to Changes in the Brain in Older Adults
Disturbed sleep linked to increased thickness in right postcentral gyrus, pericalcarine, pars opercularis
CDC: Wildfire Smoke Poses Health Risks
Agency offers steps to minimize exposure, particularly for those with chronic conditions
Health Gains, Cost Savings Projected for Sodium Goals
Substantial health gains and cost savings expected with implementation of FDA sodium targets
PCPs Often Not Meeting Needs of Seniors With Chronic Conditions
86 percent of PCPs feel unable to adequately address needs of patients with multiple chronic conditions
IT Solutions for Easier EHRs Save Physicians Time, Burnout
These solutions improve EHR user interface with easier login identification, voice recognition
Hospitals Face $218B in Federal Payment Cuts From 2010 to 2028
11 pieces of legislation plus regulatory changes result in payment reductions beyond those under ACA
Patient Complaints Mainly About Rudeness, Rushing, Reproach
Complaints of rudeness vary from being verbally attacked by receptionist to feeling insulted by docs
NIH Warns of Increased Risk of Heat-Related Illness for Seniors
Factors that could increase risk include age-related changes to skin; heart, lung, and kidney diseases
Marriage May Protect Against Cardiovascular Disease
Association seen between marital status and risk, prognosis of coronary heart disease or stroke
