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A predictive model for chemotherapy toxicity has been validated for older patients with solid tumors

Chemotherapy Toxicity Predictive Model Validated

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Predictive model for older adults with cancer validated in independent cohort of 250 individuals
Average leucocyte telomere length and the abundance of short telomeres (percent LTL <3 kb) are not significant independent determinants of subclinical atherosclerosis

Telomere Length Not Significantly Associated With Atherosclerosis

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LTL, abundance of short telomeres are not independent determinants of atherosclerosis
Risk of heart failure appears high within a few years of a first myocardial infarction

Heart Failure Risk Up Significantly After First Myocardial Infarction

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One in four MI survivors develop heart failure within four years
Hatha yoga is effective for reducing anxiety

Review: Hatha Yoga Beneficial for Reducing Anxiety

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Meta-analysis of 17 studies shows positive association for treatment efficacy, hours practiced
Variability in blood pressure readings may predict more rapid cognitive decline in older patients

Blood Pressure Variability Tied to Faster Cognitive Decline

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Older adults with wide variations were more likely to show deterioration in cognitive abilities
Many patients with advanced cancer lack basic information about their prognosis or treatment

Many Advanced Cancer Patients Lack Info About Their Disease

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Just one in 20 terminally ill people understood their prognosis, researchers say
Introducing health coaches who can take on responsibilities to advance lifestyle changes

Health Coaches Can Help Increase Patient Engagement

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In Asian community health center patients understand their treatment and are actively engaged
A low-residue diet prior to a colonoscopy may be better than clear liquids only

DDW: Eating Some Solid Foods May Be OK Before Colonoscopy

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Low-residue diet leads to improved bowel prep, more rested patients
An updated clinical guideline adds two new types of drugs to the list of treatment options for heart failure. The updated guideline was published online May 20 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology

Two New Drugs Added to Heart Failure Clinical Practice Guideline

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Heart groups issue updated guideline for the treatment of heart failure
Restricting dietary salt to below 3

Study Suggests a Low-Salt Diet Could Harm Certain Patients

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Researchers say restricting sodium might backfire, but heart experts are critical of the finding