USPSTF Advises Broader Age Range for Hep C Screening
Draft recommendation statement expands screening to asymptomatic individuals aged 18 to 79 years
Decline in Mortality Rates for Cardiometabolic Disease Slowing
From 2010 to 2017, no significant change seen in age-adjusted mortality rates for stroke, diabetes
LV Hypertrophy Predicts Long-Term Risk for CV Events
Left ventricular hypertrophy stronger predictor than CAC for CHD death, other CV death, heart failure
PostRx Antimicrobial Stewardship Feasible in Community Hospitals
Postprescription audit and review effective in settings with limited resources, expertise
In-Store E-Cigarette Marketing Influences Use in Young People
Retail store electronic nicotine delivery systems marketing recall tied to increased odds of initiation
Liraglutide Ups Risk for Gallbladder, Biliary Tract Events
Findings consistent for gallbladder stones, cholecystitis with/without gallbladder stones, biliary obstruction
Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Greater for Childhood Cancer Survivors
Exposure to ≥250 mg/m² doxorubicin-equivalent anthracycline chemo tied to risk for CVD, heart failure
ACIP Recommendations Updated for 2019-20 U.S. Flu Season
Age indication for Afluria Quadrivalent expanded to now include children as young as 6 months
Tourist With Measles Visited Southern California Attractions
No cases of measles have been linked to the girl yet
Guidelines Developed for Reducing Suicide in Veterans
Authors examined benefits, harms of nonpharmacologic, pharmacologic approaches
