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In order to minimize risk when practicing telemedicine

Providers Must Understand Legal Limits of Telemedicine

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Providers should ensure they hold proper medical license and have medical liability coverage
A "depression switch" has been mapped during intraoperative deep brain stimulation of the subcallosal cingulate

‘Depression Switch’ Identified During Deep Brain Stimulation

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Unique connectivity patterns identify potential depression switch in tx-resistant depression
Having a cold or the flu may sometimes trigger a stroke in children -- particularly those with underlying health conditions -- though the overall risk remains low

Colds, Flu Up Odds for Stroke in Children, Though Risk Is Low

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Researchers also found children who had all of their vaccinations were less vulnerable
Several strategies can be implemented in order to better use electronic health records for patient care and efficiency

Strategies Provided for Improving EHR Efficiency

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Tips include educating staff about preferences and processes, using own templates to reduce editing
Any degree of negative spiritual belief is associated with worse health outcomes

Negative Spiritual Belief Linked to Worse Health Outcomes

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Link seen for individuals with heterogeneous health conditions, regardless of positive spiritual beliefs
An implanted cranial nerve stimulation device might improve sleep patterns and quality of life for patients with sleep apnea

Cranial Nerve Stimulation Shows Promise As Sleep Apnea Tx

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For some, it might work better than continuous positive airway pressure
The risk of stroke is low following emergency department discharge with a diagnosis of peripheral vestibular disorder; however

Low Risk of Stroke After Peripheral Vestibular Disorder

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Risk of stroke within 30 days 0.18 percent after ER discharge for peripheral vestibular disorder
Overweight and obesity are associated with increased risk of carpal tunnel syndrome

Overweight, Obesity Increase Risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Meta-analysis of 58 studies shows increased risk of carpal tunnel syndrome or carpal tunnel release
Orthostatic hypotension may be an early warning sign of a serious neurological disease and an increased risk of premature death

Orthostatic Hypotension Could Signal Neurological Disease

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Could serve as an early indicator of a degenerative brain disease such as Parkinson's or dementia
Unexplained chronic fatigue

Damage to Mitochondrial DNA May Explain Gulf War Illness

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Exposure to chemicals could be cause of unexplained fatigue and pain among Gulf War veterans