Evidence Poor for Accuracy of Serological Tests for COVID-19
Evidence for diagnostic accuracy of serological tests characterized by high risks of bias, heterogeneity
Mortality Risk Down With Meeting Recommended Exercise Levels
Larger survival benefits seen for those who engaged in both muscle strengthening, aerobic activity
Treatment Up for U.S. Adults Who Screen Positive for Depression
Likelihood of receiving treatment increased in association with having any health insurance
Point-Prevalence Surveys in SNFs Help Cut COVID-19 Transmission
Initial, repeated surveys inform infection prevention and control efforts in skilled nursing facilities
Some Say Allow Family Access to Dying Patients With COVID-19
Authors of editorial believe infection control, public health concerns, family-centered care can coexist
Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup
Here is what the editors at Physician's Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of...
Thousands of Heat-Related Deaths Occur Each Year in the U.S.
Deaths attributable to heat varies geographically, and include deaths due to moderate heat
Low Physical Function May Up Bone Loss After Hip Fracture
Lower lean body mass also tied to greater bone loss in older adults after hip fracture surgery
Mortality Higher From AKI Versus Kidney Failure From Other Causes
However, recovery is common within 12 months of injury
HDHPs Up Disparities in Access to Care Among Cancer Survivors
Cost barriers increased for blacks, with 22.8 percent reporting they skipped medications to save money
