Single-Application FIT Moderately Sensitive, Specific for CRC
Performance characteristics vary depending on the threshold for a positive result
FDA: Thermography No Substitute for Mammograms
Agency is taking action to stop false advertising about thermography
Poor Food Intake Common in Hospitalized Patients
Risk for malnutrition also tied to higher in-hospital mortality
Preoperative Phone Visits for Cataract Patients Safe, Efficient
No unplanned admissions associated with phone visits, which take less time than in-person visits
Incidence of Acute Myocardial Infarctions Up Among Young Women
Second study shows sedentary time linked to increased risk for cardiovascular disease for women
Higher Salt Intake in DASH Diet Tied to More Lightheadedness
High sodium intake increased frequency, severity of lightheadedness with DASH diet, but not with control diet
One-Third of PCPs Discuss Breast Cancer Treatments With Patients
However, many report feeling uncomfortable or believing they lack the necessary knowledge
Guideline Covers Extracutaneous Manifestations of Psoriasis
Second guideline presents evidence for different biologic agents, including adverse events
Hospital Program Does Not Cut Mortality for Acute Kidney Injury
But drop in hospital length of stay, improvement in metrics seen
Odds of Receiving Tx for CAD Up With Medicare Advantage
However, no significant difference seen in intermediate outcomes for those enrolled in MA, FFS Medicare
