AAIC: Exercise Can Treat Signs and Symptoms of Dementia
Regular physical activity benefits the aging brain, three studies show
AAIC: Hints That New Drug May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression
Initial findings need to be supported by additional studies
Sleep Apnea Tied to Increased Risk of Panic Disorder
Patients with sleep apnea have predisposition to develop subsequent panic disorder
Fluoroquinolones Halt Multidrug-Resistant-TB in Contacts
FQN preventive therapy linked to health system savings and lower mortality versus no therapy
Pharmacological Prophylaxis Doesn’t Cut VTE in Cirrhosis
Low rate of VTE in hospitalized patients with cirrhosis; unaffected by pharmacological prophylaxis
PTSD Symptoms Persist for Thousands of Vietnam Vets
It's never too late to seek help, experts say
Adherence to Stroke Guidelines Overestimated by Hospitals
Study shows delivery of tissue plasminogen activator is often later than staff believes
Blood Glucose Meter Accuracy Unclear at Low Glycemic Range
Raises questions regarding safety for measuring blood glucose, and when BGMs are used in trials
~40 Percent Undergo Stress Testing After PCI in VA System
Stress testing rate varies significantly across hospitals within Veterans Affairs system
Antibiotic May Reduce Anticoagulant Effect of Warfarin
Doctors should closely monitor patients who have to take these drugs together, researcher says