Experience of Spouses Explored in Pre-Heart Transplant Period
Uncertainty relating to survival, more responsibility, lifestyle changes linked to high levels of stress
About Half of Seniors in ER Willing to Use Tablet Computers
However, few are able to answer all questions correctly without needing assistance
Women Have Worse Outcomes During 36 Months After ACS
Higher incidence of composite end point for women during 36 months after acute coronary syndrome
Health Anxiety Takes Toll on Cardiovascular Health
Anxiety about health linked to higher risk of ischemic heart disease
Differences in Risk Factor Estimates for Prostate Cancer
Across cohorts of men undergoing screening, considerable variation in risk factor estimates
Incidence of Statin-Associated T2DM Relatively Low
Diabetogenic impact of statins increases as fasting plasma glucose, triglycerides, and BMI increase
ASCO Updates Guidelines on Integration of Palliative Care
Those with advanced cancer should receive dedicated palliative care services early in disease course
Community Pharmacists Play Role in Providing Preventive Care
Report highlights role in folic acid education, tobacco use cessation, screening for osteoporosis, HIV
About 30 Percent Misdiagnosed With Lower Extremity Cellulitis
Misdiagnosis leads to 50,000 to 130,000 unnecessary hospitalizations, costs of $195 to $515 million
October 2016 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for October 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
