Triple Therapy Tied to Reduced Rate of COPD Exacerbations
Benefits seen for triple therapy with fluticasone furoate, umeclidinium, and vilanterol
Social Support of Autonomy Tied to Better Glycemic Control in DM
Findings suggest family and friends' support of autonomy also lowers diabetes distress
Social Worker-Led Intervention Beneficial in Heart Failure
Palliative care intervention may up likelihood of revising prognostic assessment in line with doctor's
Opioid Packaging Often Lacks Info on Safe Storage, Disposal
Instructions for safe disposal of unused opioid medications often inconsistent, infrequent, or absent
Repeated BP Measures Linked to Drop in Initially Elevated BP
Repeated measurement of initially elevated blood pressure linked to 8 mm Hg reduction in systolic BP
Nut Consumption Associated With Reduced Risk of A-Fib
Possible correlation also seen for nut consumption with reduced risk of heart failure
Caffeine Does Not Appear to Be Linked to Risk of Arrhythmia
Regular intake of coffee and tea seems safe and may be beneficial; energy drinks may increase risks
Calcium Channel Blockers May Up Pancreatic Cancer Risk in Women
Increased hazard ratios for pancreatic cancer among postmenopausal users of short-acting CCBs
2000 to 2015 Saw Increase in Institutional Post-Acute Care
Increased LOS in post-acute care at SNF and rehab facilities; decreased hospital LOS
USPSTF: Exercise Interventions Prevent Falls in Seniors
Second recommendation statement finds evidence lacking for benefit of calcium, vitamin D, or both
