Edentulism Tied to Greater Risk for High BP After Menopause
Strongest associations seen in women younger than 60, those with systolic blood pressure below 120
High Sodium May Contribute to CVD Deaths in Shandong, China
16,100 CVD deaths attributable to higher sodium intake among those aged 25 to 69 in 2011
Residential Greenness Linked to Cardiovascular Disease Risk
More greenness near residence linked to lower urinary levels of epinephrine and F2-isoprostane
Exercise Promotes Executive Functioning in Sedentary Adults
Significant improvements seen in executive functioning for those at risk for cognitive decline
FDA Advisory Panels: Prescribe Naloxone With Opioid Painkillers
Federal government urged to make naloxone more widely available, easier to obtain, and cheaper
EHR Data ID Differences in HTN Control Across Health Systems
Proportion of patients with uncontrolled blood pressure varies by health system and clinical site
Routine Supplements to Prevent Chronic Disease Not Advised
Micronutrient supplements may be warranted for specific nutritional needs or deficiencies
Exclusion of Doctors From Public Health Insurance Up 2007 to 2017
Fraud, health crimes, substance abuse exclusions increased 20 percent per year from 2007 to 2017
Palliative Care in MS Inpatients Rises From 2005 to 2014
Palliative care linked to increased length of stay and in-hospital death, decreased hospital charges
Opioids Offer Small Improvement in Pain, Physical Function
Benefits for pain and physical function similar between opioids and nonopioid pain meds
