Patient Beliefs May Explain High Rate of Medicine Intake
Subjective norm was significant predictor of intention to consume meds in Greece, Malta, Turkey
Less REM May Indicate Higher Dementia Risk in Seniors
For every 1 percent drop in sleep's REM phase, a 9 percent jump in odds for cognitive decline
Intensive BP Treatment Appears Safe, Well Tolerated
Second study finds intensive systolic blood pressure control is also cost-effective
Meth Use Tied to Higher Risk of Stroke in Younger People
Predominately hemorrhagic strokes associated with methamphetamine use
Nurse-, System-Related Factors Analyzed in Wrong-Patient Events
In 77 percent of wrong-patient incident reports, the process of identifying the patients was not described
Tablet Use Encourages Patients to Explore Diabetes Risk
Replacing magazines with tablets can help patients learn about diabetes risk, take preventive action
Cost-Effectiveness of PCSK9 Inhibitors Called Into Question
Researchers say price would have to be between $4,000 and $5,000 per year to be cost-effective
Pattern of Stressor-Evoked Brain Activity Can Predict BP Reactivity
Multivariable pattern was identified in training sample; predicts systolic and diastolic BP reactivity
Sleep, Caffeine Use May Play Role in Post-Op Pain
Caffeine at onset of sleep deprivation might help prevent increase in post-op hypersensitivity
Collaborative Communication Could Improve HTN Rx Adherence
Clinicians in low-income neighborhoods should ask about employment, relationships, researchers say
