Drug Monitoring Program Tied to Drop in Opioid Rx in Florida
Modest decrease in opioid prescriptions and use; reductions only in highest baseline prescribers, users
New York Latest State to Ban Powdered Alcohol
So far, nearly two dozen states have implemented either temporary or outright bans on Palcohol
mHealth Technologies Show Potential for CVD Prevention
Despite lack of evidence, review suggests benefits in terms of engaging and monitoring patients
Long-Term Insulin Pump Use Reduces Mortality in T1DM
Long-term use of insulin pump reduces fatal coronary heart disease, CVD, all-cause mortality
U.S. Varicella Cases Drop Sharply Due to Vaccine
Recommendation for second dose reduced number of infections even more, CDC finds
Physical Activity Reduces Risk of Mental Health Sick Leave
Those with high job strain, little social support, unhealthy lifestyles at greater risk for sick leave
FDA Approves OxyContin for Children As Young As 11
Duragesic is the only other extended-release opioid with FDA-approved labeling for use in children
Antibiotics Often Prescribed for Veterans With ARIs
Substantial variation in antibiotic prescribing habits among individual providers at the VA
Subsequent Neoplasm Risk Up for Decades in Child CA Survivors
Increased risk for treatment-related subsequent neoplasms even beyond age 40 years
Exposure to Rude Behavior Harms NICU Team Performance
Information-sharing and help-seeking can mediate effect of rudeness
