β-Blockers May Not Be Appropriate for Dementia Patients
In this group, use of drugs after acute myocardial infarction can compromise quality of life
Catheter Ablation of A-Fib Linked to More Strokes in Elderly
Patients aged ≥75 years do not have more complications than those <75 years at one year
CDC: Colombia Sees Increase in Zika-Related Microcephaly
Research suggests greatest risk for Zika-related microcephaly occurs in the first half of pregnancy
Effect of Statins on Alzheimer’s May Depend on Gender, Race
Type of statin used also makes a difference; no benefit seen for black men
Nusinersen Shows Promise in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Study results are promising but do not represent a cure
Prefrontal Brain Activity May Predict Risk of Falls in Elderly
Imaging gives insight into neurological changes that make falls more likely, researchers say
SABCS: Molecular Changes Occur When Breast CA Spreads to Brain
Finding might lead to better treatment, researchers say
Higher NT-proBNP Tied to Lower Brain Volume in Older Adults
Higher NT-proBNP levels linked to volumetric and microstructural markers of subclinical brain damage
Prevalence of Disability 2.7 Percent at U.S. Medical Schools
Most common disability is ADHD followed by learning disabilities and psychological disabilities
Learning Interventions Can Improve Med Student Well-Being
Environmental interventions such as pass/fail grading system, mental health programs beneficial
