Pregabalin Significantly Improves Neuropathic Pain
Pregabalin-linked improvement in pain seen regardless of time since pain onset
Lean Processes Can Cut Wait Times at VA Hospitals
Drop in mean patient wait times for elective general surgical procedures; increase in operating volume
CDC: COPD-Related Mortality Mostly Down in the United States
However, rates are up for black women and middle-aged patients
Caregivers for Cancer Patients Face Unique Challenges
Survey results suggest more support is warranted
Early Palliative Care Ups QOL for Terminal Cancer Patients
Early care also increases chances of having end-of-life discussions
Study Explores Link Between Weight and Stroke Risk in Women
Being overweight ups odds for ischemic stroke, but may slightly lower chances for hemorrhagic stroke
Intensive T2DM Tx Extends Complication-Free Survival
Risk for CV events and microvascular (with exception of peripheral neuropathy) complications down
Free Thyroxine Hormone Levels Linked to Sudden Cardiac Death
Even patients with levels at the high end of the normal range more likely to experience SCD
Compromised Driving Skills Seen in Patients With Sleep Apnea
Lane position deviation significantly worse in patients with obstructive sleep apnea
A-Fib Contributes to Wide Range of Other Health Conditions
Review links atrial fibrillation to increased risk for cardiovascular events, kidney disease, not just stroke
