Competing Risks Influence Warfarin, Thromboembolism Link
Warfarin-linked reduction in VTE attenuated after accounting for competing death events
CDC: Heart Disease Still Leading Cause of Death
Cancer next most likely cause of death, followed by stroke and chronic lower respiratory diseases
AHA: Many A-Fib Patients Not Receiving Oral Anticoagulants
Only 46 percent of patients with indications received OACs at discharge from hospital
AHA: Wide Variation in Prices of Generic Heart Failure Meds
Patients can spend from $12 to $400 a month to fill prescriptions
AHA: Knowledge of Stroke Risk Lacking Among A-Fib Patients
Study finds gaps in what patients know about atrial fibrillation
Findings Support Bisphosphonate Use in Men With Osteoporosis
Reduced risk seen for vertebral and possibly nonvertebral fractures
AHA: Hospitalizations Up for Heart Failure in the United States
But length of stay and mortality are decreasing
Cancer Patients Benefit From Exercise During, After Treatment
Studies show better physical function, quality of life for those who did strength training, aerobic activity
Guidelines Updated for Management of PAD
New guidelines emphasize importance of structured exercise program, tailored to individual patients
Spinal Manipulation Tx Benefits Older Adults With Neck Pain
Findings for SMT + home exercise, advice versus rehab, advice or advice alone
