Oxybutynin Frequently Used for Overactive Bladder in U.S. Elderly
Despite known adverse effects, including cognitive decline, oxybutynin most frequently prescribed
Paid Malpractice Claims Cut in Half From 1992 to 2014 in U.S.
But, increase in mean compensation amounts and percentage of paid claims exceeding $1 million
Office BP Monitoring During 30 Minutes Cuts Overtreatment
OBP30 is associated with lower blood pressure readings than office BP in all patient groups
Physical Function Should Be Goal of Care for Elderly CVD Patients
Older adults respond to exercise interventions, which should aim to increase functional capacity
Smell Loss Predicts Mortality Irrespective of Dementia
Researchers say olfactory loss might mark deteriorating health, irrespective of dementia
REACH II, VA Did Not Increase Spending in Dementia Care
Behavioral interventions program for Alzheimer's patient caregivers did not increase health costs
Spouses Bereaved by Suicide Have Elevated Health Risks
Elevated risks of developing mental disorders and physical disorders relative to general population
30-Day Mortality Down During Joint Commission Survey Weeks
Patients admitted during survey weeks (versus non-survey weeks) have significantly lower mortality
TV Ads for Testosterone Tied to Increased Testing, Tx in U.S. Men
Increases in rates of new testing, testosterone initiation, initiation without a recent test
Surrogate Often Unaware of Tx Goals in Advance Care Planning
Agreement about communication related to QOL linked to surrogate knowledge of treatment goals
