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For patients receiving single chamber implantable cardioverter defibrillators

Long Detection Programming Cuts Unnecessary Therapies

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Findings among patients receiving single chamber implantable cardioverter defibrillators
Anticoagulants are often prescribed to prevent strokes in patients with atrial fibrillation

Anticoagulation May Help Prevent Dementia in A-Fib Patients

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Even patients with a low risk of stroke could benefit, researchers say
Hearing loss is linked to several factors associated with menopause

HRT May Increase Risk of Postmenopausal Hearing Loss

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Older age at menopause also appears to increase the risk
Ten minutes daily of mindful meditation can improve focus among patients with anxiety

10 Minutes of Meditation Can Up Focus for Patients With Anxiety

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Just 10 minutes each day might boost concentration, prevent mind wandering, small study suggests
Hackers are increasingly targeting hospitals

Hospitals Need to Be Prepared for Ransomware Attacks

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Medical information a vulnerable target for those planning ransomware attacks, doctor warns
For breast cancer survivors

Tai Chi Can Help Relieve Insomnia in Breast Cancer Survivors

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Study found it as effective as CBT for improving sleep and depression
In a clinical practice guideline update published online May 9 in the Annals of Internal Medicine

ACP: Recommendations Updated for Low Bone Density Treatment

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Osteoporotic women should be treated with pharmacologic therapy for 5 years to cut fracture risk
An enhanced recovery after surgery program is associated with improved outcomes for patients undergoing elective colorectal resection and emergency hip fracture repair

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Program Ups Outcomes

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Lower hospital length of stay and postoperative complication rates after implementation of ERAS
Patients hospitalized on the weekend for percutaneous coronary intervention may be twice as likely to die as those hospitalized on weekdays

Weekend Admissions for PCI Tied to Higher In-Hospital Mortality

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Though low overall, the odds of dying double if procedure is done on Saturday or Sunday
Patients express satisfaction with telehealth primary care video visits

Patients Satisfied With Telehealth Primary Care Visits

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Main cited benefits include convenience, decreased costs; privacy, adequate physical exam are concerns