High-Value Research of 2014 Presented for Internal Medicine
Authors summarize studies published in 2014 that are relevant to practice of general internal medicine
Fewer Drunk Driving Events Tied to Boost in U.S. Economy
Savings from fewer medical bills, lower legal costs, lost productivity, and property damage
LVADs Linked to Worsening Health, Cognitive Function
Research suggests left ventricular assist devices aren't a magic bullet
2 Minute Walk Each Hour May Reduce Odds of Premature Death
Researchers found short bouts of light activity appear to boost longevity
Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Outcomes Vary by Time to CPR
Increase in asystole, decrease in pVT/VF, PEA with delay in time from collapse to CPR
Church-Based Intervention Linked to Healthy Lifestyle Changes
Associated with decreased high-fat food consumption, increased physical activity
Drop Just One Sugar-Sweetened Drink Daily, Drop DM Risk Greatly
Drinking water, unsweetened tea or coffee instead lowered risk by 25 percent
Metabolic ‘Map’ May One Day Help Predict Obesity Risk
In-depth biochemical 'map' tracks way food is processed and broken down by the body
Lack of Adequate Sunlight May Up Risk of Pancreatic Cancer
Shortage of vitamin D may be to blame
Lasting Mortality Benefit for MI Care at High-Performing Hospital
Survival difference of about one year between high- and low-performing hospitals
