Yoga Positions Linked to Increase in Intraocular Pressure
Increases noted within one minute after assuming position in individuals with, without glaucoma
Statins May Aid CABG Recovery
Review of statin use indicates reduced risk of death or complications
Recommendations Developed for Antithrombotic Tx in VTE
Guidelines updated for 12 topics; new recommendations address three new topics
Azithromycin Prescribed Despite Risk for QTc Prolongation
Seventy-six percent of patients prescribed one or more QTc prolonging meds plus azithromycin
Even Small Decline in Kidney Function Tied to CVD Risk
Associated with an increase in the mass of the left ventricle
Attending Physician Workload Linked to Teaching Effectiveness
Number of daily admissions linked to teaching scores and patient safety indicators
Dosing Errors Occur Frequently in Patients With Renal Failure
Primary factor for nonadherence to renal dosing is characteristics of medical institution
Proton Pump Inhibitors Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease
While study can't prove cause-and-effect, increasing damage seen as dose rises
New Guidelines Say Limit Added Sugars to <10 Percent of Calories
Recommendations focus on totality of diet, overall eating pattern
Research Supports Annual Mammograms for Elderly Women
Screenings tied to improved breast cancer mortality among those over 69
